All articles by David Kershaw – Page 5
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NewsWagenborg installs BWTS across its 166 vessels
The Netherlands-based shortsea specialist Wagenborg has completed its fleet-wide ballast water treatment system (BWTS) installation programme, with all 166 general cargo vessels now fully equipped and operational.
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NewsBaumann opts for Cometto SPMTs
Germany-based heavy transport specialist Baumann has bolstered its fleet with the acquisition of 24 axle lines of SPMTs from Cometto.
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NewsSGL opens Ireland office
Scan Global Logistics (SGL) has bolstered its European footprint with the establishment of its first office in Ireland.
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NewsWind Maker on schedule for Q1 2025
In the first quarter of 2025, offshore installation specialist Cadeler will take delivery of Wind Maker.
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NewsICO to add second LHM at Antwerp terminal
International Car Operators (ICO) has purchased a second Liebherr mobile harbour crane that will be used for handling containers and project cargo at its Antwerp terminal.
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ArticleConcerted drive to futureproof European ports
Europe has been in an economic malaise and industrial output has been on the wane. Still, there is a concerted drive to develop port infrastructure that is not only capable of handling the next generation of oversize cargoes but is sustainable and resilient. Technology and cooperation are touted as central to realising progress, although financial bottlenecks continue to hinder the market. David Kershaw reports.
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NewsBlue Water lands North East Link logistics contract
Blue Water Shipping has secured a large infrastructure logistics contract with its involvement in the North East Link project - one of Australia’s largest road projects.
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NewsRightShip lowers age trigger for vessel inspections
Digital maritime safety platform RightShip has lowered its inspection age trigger in response to evolving market conditions and continuing safety risks in the dry bulk and general cargo sectors.
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NewsDrewry’s breakbulk sea transport indices
Industry analyst Drewry has introduced breakbulk sea transport indices for both the project and general cargo vessel segments, replacing its previous multipurpose vessel time charter index.
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NewsDeutsche Bahn board approves sale of DB Schenker to DSV
The supervisory board of Deutsche Bahn approved the sale of DB Schenker to the Danish logistics firm DSV at an extraordinary meeting today.
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NewsHeavy Lift Projects & Port Services formed in the UK
Heavy Lift Projects & Port Services has been established in the UK.
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NewsESTA research shows widespread safety concern over AdBlue
Research carried out by the European association of abnormal road transport and mobile cranes (ESTA) has exposed deep concerns in the heavy transport and lifting sectors about engine malfunctions thought to be caused by AdBlue additives.
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NewsHavfram lands Waterkant and Nordlicht contracts
Havfram has secured contracts to provide offshore wind installation vessels to projects in the German part of the North Sea.
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NewsDNV opens in Geneva
Classification society DNV has opened its first office in Geneva, Switzerland.
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NewsLiu promoted at Chapman Freeborn
Chapman Freeborn has appointed Allen Liu as president of its newly expanded operation across Greater China.
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NewsCadeler eyes Asia-Pacific potential with reservation agreement
Cadeler signed a vessel reservation agreement (VRA) for a pipeline of wind projects in the Asia-Pacific region.
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ArticleQuantifying the impact of the Red Sea crisis
Sea-Intelligence has shared data on the impact of the Red Sea crisis on the container shipping business.
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NewsN.C. Nielsen introduces HH Pick and Carry range for heavy loads
Heavy-duty equipment manufacturer N.C. Nielsen has introduced its HH Pick and Carry range for handling heavy loads in factories, warehouses and port areas.
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NewsINTERCARGO proposes CII ratings change
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has submitted proposals to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) calling for a review of the carbon intensity indicator (CII) rating system.
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NewsBusy summer season for CPC Istanbul
COLI Group’s Türkiye office has reported a strong summer with outbound shipments to the Americas, Canada, Europe and the Red Sea region.