German breakbulk and project cargo carrier SAL and Dutch maritime heavy lift transport and installation contractor Jumbo have announced their intention to form a joint venture.
The Jumbo-SAL alliance would see the two carriers combine large parts of their respective fleets, as well as their engineering and commercial activities.
The joint venture is subject to clearance by the German competition authority (Bundeskartellamt) and Dutch in-company legal requirements.
UK-based Collett & Sons has purchased Goldhofer Stepstar trailers, with delivery scheduled for September 2025.
Peel Ports Group is progressing plans to develop a deepwater terminal at the port of Great Yarmouth in the UK, featuring a ro-ro ramp, heavy lift pad and around 10 ha of strengthened outdoor storage space.
Marine insurer Gard plans to restructure its activities largely around regional markets. Effective September 1, operations will be reconfigured into integrated teams, combining underwriting and claims handling expertise. The restructuring involves both the establishment of regional syndicates and changes at corporate level. The syndicates are new, and they are part of a broader organisational shift that also includes adjustments to corporate functions.
Ryan Foley has stepped down from his role as ceo of DHL Industrial Projects.
The UK government has approved the long-anticipated final investment decision (FID) for the Sizewell C nuclear power plant project, giving the green light for the GBP38 billion (USD51.5 billion) capital project.
Capes Shipping Agencies, a subsidiary of freight forwarder and Customs broker CV International, has opened two offices – one in Corpus Christi, Texas, and another in Mobile, Alabama.
