European news – Page 16
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NewsCLdN and Transfennica boost connectivity through Zeebrugge
CLdN and Transfennica will connect their respective shipping services in Zeebrugge, Belgium, to provide broader con-ro connections through Northern and Western Europe.
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NewsEmanuele Grimaldi re-elected as ICS chairman
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) re-elected Emanuele Grimaldi as its chairman. He will hold the position for another two years.
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NewsMammoet starts to assemble its SK6000
Mammoet has begun assembling its SK6000 crane at its Westdorpe facility.
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NewsESTA calls on blade lifter manufacturers to align with stability guidance
The European association of abnormal road transport and mobile cranes (ESTA) is calling on manufacturers of blade lifters to check that their operating guidance accounts for new transport stability guidelines published by the association at the end of last year.
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NewsMOL and Volvo Penta partnering to test new electric ro-ro tractor
MOL and Volvo Penta are partnering to test the new electric 4x4 ro-ro tractor, the RME225, at DFDS’s facilities in Belgium.
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NewsMaersk lands Vestas heavy lift contract for one of the world’s largest wind turbines
Danish wind turbine OEM Vestas has contracted its compatriot Maersk Project Logistics (MPL) to move an extra-heavy powertrain for the largest wind turbine in its range, the V236.
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NewsAllelys positions pre-cast elements for Grand Surrey Canal
UK-based transport engineering provider Allelys has moved and installed 15 precast concrete arch sections for the Grand Surrey Canal project in London.
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NewsGrove GMK6300L-1 used in Istanbul Airport salvage operation
Turkish crane rental company ÖZ TUNCEL mobilised one of its all-terrain units for a rescue operation at Istanbul Airport.
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NewsLEEA appoints Cooke to lead training academy
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has appointed Ian Cooke as director of academy.
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NewsLogistics Plus CEO appointed to Ukraine business advisory council
A Business Advisory Council of 18 commercial leaders from across the G7 nations, Ukraine, and key donor states has been formed to support Ukraine’s economic stability, future growth, and to pave the way for future reconstruction. Among the appointees is Logistics Plus ceo Jim Berlin.
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NewsAllseas installs D’Yeu-Noirmoutier offshore wind substation
Allseas Group’s Pioneering Spirit has installed the offshore substation for the Eoliennes en Mer Iles d’Yeu et de Noirmoutier wind farm project.
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NewsModulift gear mobilised for Princess Elisabeth work
Specialist lifting equipment manufacturer Modulift has supplied spreader beams and other lifting accessories for use in building the Princess Elisabeth energy island.
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NewsSech opts for Stepstar Z
Sech Crane Hire has taken delivery of the UK’s first Stepstar Z trailer, manufactured by Goldhofer.
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NewsAntonov Airlines flies time-critical satellite to Florida
Antonov Airlines, in cooperation with Proair, delivered a satellite and related equipment from Ankara, Turkey to Florida, USA.
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NewsTschudi expands with Berlin office
Tschudi Logistics has opened its newest office in Berlin, Germany.
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NewsSarens stations 19 cranes at Teesworks SeAH
Belgian heavy transport engineering and listing specialist Sarens has been in action at the Teesworks SeAH wind monopile factory in the UK, with 19 cranes onsite.
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NewsForth Green Freeport opens for business with tax sites designated
Forth Green Freeport (FGF) officially opened for business on June 12 following approval from the Scottish and UK Governments of its outline business case. Three tax sites located in Grangemouth, Rosyth and Mid-Forth (Leith and Burntisland) have been designated.
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NewsCadeler’s Wind Maker launched in South Korea
On June 3, South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean launched Wind Maker, the latest wind turbine installation vessel ordered by Danish offshore wind energy specialist Cadeler.
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NewsBroekman opens Istanbul facility
Netherlands-headquartered Broekman Logistics has opened a new branch in Istanbul, Türkiye.
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NewsRometal adds Eco1000 self-propelled transporter to roster
The Netherlands-based Rometal Constructive Solutions has acquired an Eco1000 self-propelled transporter from Cometto.