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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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NewsPPG founder Stephens to retire
Kevin Stephens (72), the founder and chairman of the Project Professionals Group (PPG), is set to retire on June 30, 2024.
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NewsAinscough’s climate focus pays off
UK-based crane hire company Ainscough reported increased revenues and a pre-tax profit for its financial year 2023.
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NewsToyofuji and Fukuju place dual-fuel ro-ro orders
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), has taken orders from Toyofuji Shipping and Fukuju Shipping for two dual-fuel ro-ro cargo ships.
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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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NewsJIT ship arrivals key in reducing GHG emissions at ports
Maritime industry analyst Drewry has identified the use of smart port technologies to facilitate ‘just in time’ ship arrivals as a way to significantly reduce greenhouse and pollutant gas emissions at ports.
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NewsMomentum builds despite supply chain concerns
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has issued its 2024 Global Offshore Wind report. There is optimism about the sector, although there are concerns around supply chain resilience and the immediate prospects for floating projects.
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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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NewsIMCSO launched to boost marine cybersecurity capabilities
June 18 marked the launch of the International Maritime Cyber Security Organisation (IMCSO), which aims to raise the standard of cybersecurity risk assessment across the maritime industry.
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NewsLong Beach sets out capital expenditure plans
California’s port of Long Beach has set out a USD760 million budget for its 2025 fiscal year, which will fund new capital improvements in rail, zero-emissions and other infrastructure.
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NewsMyCrane appoints Tiwari as Indian sales director
Global crane rental platform MyCrane has appointed Ashishkumar Tiwari as its sales director, India.
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NewsHanna becomes chief executive officer of ACS Dubai
Elie Hanna has been promoted to ceo of ACS Dubai, whereby he will manage the company’s growth in the Middle East.
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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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NewsLiebherr introduces improved LTM 1400-6.1 six-axle unit
German crane manufacturer Liebherr has introduced its most-powerful six axle crane, the LTM 1400-6.1.
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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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NewsRecord revenues at port of Milford Haven as diversification pays off
The UK’s port of Milford Haven reported its highest-ever revenue, despite a drop in ship calls and cargo volumes, for its 2023 financial year.
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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.