All articles by David Kershaw
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NewsMammoet and EDF sign MoU to advance Dutch nuclear build out
On the sidelines of the World Nuclear Exhibition 2025 in Paris, Mammoet signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EDF to develop technologies and methodologies aimed at improving construction efficiency for nuclear facilities in the Netherlands.
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NewsWallenius Wilhelmsen delivers solid Q3 but USTR port fees clouds outlook
Ro-ro shipping specialist Wallenius Wilhelmsen reported adjusted EBITDA of USD471 million for Q3 2025. Total revenue for Q3 was USD1.33 billion. However, the outlook is clouded somewhat by uncertainty around United States Trade Representative (USTR) regulations.
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NewsAmmonia-fuelled trade route could link South Africa and Europe by 2029
New analysis from the Global Maritime Forum shows that ammonia-fuelled bulk carriers could feasibly be deployed on the South Africa-Europe iron ore trade route as soon as 2029 and scale toward full decarbonisation by 2035.
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NewsToepfer Transport’s monthly multipurpose shipping rate update
Toepfer Transport’s monthly multipurpose rate index continues to hold firm. The average daily time charter rate for a 12,500 dwt/F-type heavy lift vessel was USD12,740 at the start of November 2025.
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NewsLogistics Plus opens in Karachi
Logistics Plus has opened a new branch office in Karachi, Pakistan.
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NewsPeel Ports injects GBP10 million into port of East Anglia expansion
UK-based Peel Ports will invest a further GBP10 million (USD13 million) into its Great Yarmouth site, which is being repositioned as the port of East Anglia.
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NewsSolar flatracks shine on Vertom Tula
Wattlab has supplied a seaworthy solar energy system for Vertom’s new 7,280 dwt diesel-electric multipurpose vessel, Vertom Tula.
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NewsSolid quarter for Höegh Autoliners
Ro-ro shipping group Höegh Autoliners reported solid financial performance in the third quarter of 2025, with the high and heavy cargo (H&H) segment entering a period of renewed growth.
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NewsALL Family promotes from within
USA-based crane and engineered transport specialist ALL Family of Companies has promoted two industry veterans into new roles.
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NewsMammoet launches Industrial Solutions division
Heavy lift and engineered transport specialist Mammoet has launched its Industrial Solutions division to serve large-scale and complex industrial projects across Europe’s high-tech, process, energy and heavy industries.
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NewsBreakbulk holds steady at Rotterdam
The port of Rotterdam posted a modest increase in breakbulk throughput in the first nine months of 2025. However, overall throughput has taken a hit.
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NewsSpliethoff picks Echandia battery system for newbuilds
Swedish battery system developer Echandia has been selected to supply energy storage systems for eight newbuild cargo vessels, with an option for two more vessels, owned by Spliethoff Group.
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NewsHarren partners with Orca AI to boost navigational safety and efficiencies
German shipping and maritime logistics specialist Harren Group is partnering with maritime technology provider Orca AI to strengthen navigational safety and operational efficiencies.
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NewsDemand continues rising for electric MHCs
Liebherr continues to see a strong increase in demand for electrically powered mobile harbour cranes (MHC), with India leading the charge in terms of adoption.
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NewsRip-and-shift solution expedites nuclear decommissioning work
Heavy lift and specialised transport company Mammoet was commissioned by Framatome to support with the removal of four steam generators from PreussenElektra’s Unterweser nuclear power plant in Germany.
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NewsRope Vision launched to enhance wire rope safety and reliability
Huisman has launched an advanced automated visual inspection tool designed to enhance the reliability and safety of wire rope operations.
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NewsAirlander 10 order placed by defence industry
Hybrid Air Vehicles (HAV) has confirmed that three of its Airlander 10 aircraft have been reserved by a defence customer.
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NewsMarket Sentiment Index improves modestly
The mood about the multipurpose and breakbulk shipping industry has risen modestly, according to the 19th edition of OneWorld Market Sentiment Index (MSI).
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NewsVinck in at Fracht Group
Fracht Group North America has appointed Alexander Vinck as director, global metals and commodities.
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NewsWidmann joins UTC Overseas
UTC Overseas has appointed Pedro Widmann as director, global project development.