All articles by David Kershaw – Page 20
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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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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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NewsAlmajdouie enhances heavy transport capabilities alongside Vision 2030
The Middle East has become a hub for project logistics with significant investments expected across major industry verticals. Leading this transformation is Saudi Arabia, driven by its Vision 2030 strategy to diversify its economy away from fossil fuels. Almajdouie Logistics is actively enhancing its capabilities to meet these demands.
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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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NewsLiebherr boosts Crane Finder functionality
Crane manufacturer Liebherr has introduced new features to its Crane Finder application, which allows users to the source right crane and the optimum configuration for a specific load case. It is now also available as an app for smartphones and tablets.
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NewsCOSCO lands Trion FPU transport contract
COSCO Shipping & Guangzhou Salvage Heavy Transport (CSGS) said that it has secured the transportation contract for the Trion project’s floating production unit (FPU).
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NewsBroekman opens Istanbul facility
Netherlands-headquartered Broekman Logistics has opened a new branch in Istanbul, Türkiye.
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NewsTight capacity and record rates at Höegh Autoliners
Ro-ro shipping specialist Höegh Autoliners said that tight capacity is the key element holding back its activities. Rates remain at record-high levels while high and heavy/breakbulk cargo comprised 25 percent of shipments in May 2024.
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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.
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NewsRoyal Cargo opts for Goldhofer heavy transport equipment
The Philippines-headquartered Royal Cargo has spent EUR5.4 million (USD5.9 million) on heavy-duty transport equipment to service the country’s burgeoning renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. It has also been in action moving tunnel boring machines (TBM) for the Metro Manila Subway project.
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NewsGosselin coordinates OOG items for Ineos Project One
Belgium-based Gosselin has been acting as general contractor for the marshalling yard at Ineos Project One. On June 1, BigLift Shipping’s Happy Star delivered the first two heavy lifts at PSA Belgium Breakbulk Terminal (410).
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NewsBecker and D’Abreo ‘divide the world’ as Rhenus plots expansion
Rhenus Group appointed Moritz Becker and Colin D’Abreo as co-vice president directors of its project logistics unit during May 2024. Each has his own particular areas of expertise and the structure of the roles reflects this experience. “We have divided the world,” said Becker, who now leads Rhenus Project Logistics’ operations in Europe, the CIS region, and Southeast Asia and the Pacific (SEAPAC). D’Abreo will oversee activities in the Americas, India, China, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA).
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NewsHeavy Lift Awards 2024: entry deadline tonight
Today (June 7) is your last chance to enter this year’s Heavy Lift Awards – don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your achievements.
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NewsChapman freeborn strengthens music and entertainment team
Global air charter brokerage Chapman Freeborn has made two appointments to lead its music and entertainment vertical team.