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NewsDrydocks World names and launches 5,000-tonne floating crane
Drydocks World has launched its new 5,000-tonne floating crane, named Alnokhada. The primary fabrication phase has been completed, with delivery slated for Q2 2026.
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NewsEdwards bolsters fleet with Goldhofer and Enerpac equipment
USA-based Edwards Moving and Rigging has acquired Goldhofer ADDrive heavy-duty transport modules and an Enerpac SBL900 hydraulic gantry system.
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NewsHAL’s plan for third runway accepted by government
The UK’s Department for Transport said Heathrow Airport Limited’s (HAL) own plan for a third runway, which involves moving the M25 motorway, has been accepted by government.
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NewsRCG and Felbermayr extend railfreight partnership
Rail Cargo Group (RCG) and the Felbermayr International Low Loader Rail Transport Division ITB have extended their partnership for another 10 years.
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NewsMutual insurers consider merger
Mutual insurers UK P&I Club and the TT Club are currently engaged in discussions regarding a potential merger.
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NewsJebel Ali sets breakbulk record in October
DP World’s Jebel Ali port handled a record 630,000 tonnes of breakbulk cargo in October 2025, the highest monthly total in nearly two decades.
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NewsOperators consider measured path back to Suez
With the Gaza ceasefire appearing to hold and Yemen’s Houthi rebels signalling a halt to attacks on merchant vessels, the discussion has begun to tilt towards a measured, albeit cautious, return of commercial traffic to the Red Sea.
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NewsHTA urges industry to back policing reforms as abnormal load inconsistencies persist
Following a meeting of the Abnormal Loads Group (ALG), the Heavy Transport Association has called on operators to sign an open letter to the UK’s policing minister to back legislative reforms that support the delivery of critical infrastructure and housebuilding. Signatures must be added by December 5 at the very latest.
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NewsPoland’s investment rebound gathers momentum
Poland’s construction and industrial sectors are gathering pace, with October’s data from ING pointing to a rebound in fixed investment and strengthening macroeconomic fundamentals. Rising output, easing wage pressures and improving financing conditions are setting the stage for further rate cuts – while major energy, infrastructure and port developments continue to position Poland as a growing hub for project logistics across Central and Eastern Europe.
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NewsInchcape opens Geoje office
Inchcape Shipping Services has opened an office in Geoje, South Korea – a strategic hub for shipbuilding and offshore projects.
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NewsBOSS adds to management team and equipment fleet
USA-based Bennett On-Site Services (BOSS) has appointed Joel Thames and Kevin Hamilton as regional managers for the Texas and Southeastern markets, respectively, and bolstered its fleet with Grove cranes.
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NewsSingh promoted at Total Movements
India-based Total Movements has promoted Deepak Singh to assistant general manager.
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NewsMaritime data standards step up a gear
Two developments highlight a growing drive for more reliable maritime data. OrbitMI has rolled out Vessel Reporting Analysis to help shipowners and operators understand how their vessel reports align with industry standards, while Kinéis is fast-tracking the expansion of its satellite AIS constellation on the back of fresh contract wins.
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NewsCOSCO Shipping Specialized opens three liner routes
COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers has launched three liner services linking Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
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NewsQSL expands into Pascagoula
North American stevedoring and marine services provider QSL has expanded its US footprint with the addition of Pascagoula to its terminal network.
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NewsNorth Sea indecision is already biting, port of Aberdeen CEO warns
The port of Aberdeen’s ceo, Bob Sanguinetti, warns that indecision over North Sea projects is already rippling through the wider economy and risks leaving the region stranded between two energy eras.
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NewsHarris Heavy Haul adds dual lane trailer
USA-based Harris Heavy Haul has taken delivery of a 250-ton (226.8-tonne) capacity dual lane trailer.
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NewsFinland backs ECOL
Finland has formally recognised ESTA’s European Crane Operators Licence (ECOL).
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NewsESTA secures European backing for abnormal transport reform
Last week, a high-level debate the European Parliament in Brussels shone a light on plans for a radical overhaul of the fragmented European regulations governing heavy and abnormal transport.
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NewsRayner to lead Peel Ports’ commercial activities
UK-based Peel Ports has appointed Jonathan Rayner as its chief commercial officer.