All articles by David Kershaw – Page 3
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NewsGermany amends rules on heavy transport following industry pressure
New rules and regulations governing heavy and abnormal transport in Germany will come into force on July 1 following concerted pressure and criticism from hauliers and wider industry.
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NewsProposed USTR fines for heavy lift shipping ‘unfeasible’ in free market
The US Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed large fees for vessels operated by Chinese ship operators or those built in China that dock at US ports, in a bid to counter China’s dominance in the maritime trade. Drewry’s analysis highlights the scale of the potential impact on the heavy lift and multipurpose shipping sector.
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NewsFred. Olsen Ocean divests stake in United Wind Logistics
Fred. Olsen Ocean has agreed to sell its 50 percent stake in United Wind Logistics (UWL) to United Heavy Lift (UHL).
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NewsBaltic Exchange adds biofuel blends to emissions calculator
Baltic Exchange has introduced a series of green fuel options to its FuelEU voyage and compliance cost calculator.
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NewsNTG snaps up DTK
Nordic Transport Group (NTG) has acquired 100 percent of the shares in Denmark-headquartered DTK.
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NewsZhenhua 37 enters service
China’s ZPMC said that its latest 30,000 dwt deck carrier has officially entered service.
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NewsWebster named president and CEO at Barnhart Crane and Rigging
Barnhart Crane and Rigging has confirmed that David Webster has been named as president of the company, replacing Alan Barnhart, who held the role of president and ceo for more than 38 years.
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NewsBTE gets EU funding to advance WINdQUAY initiative
Buss Terminal Eemshaven (BTE) has received EU funding to increase heavy-duty quay capacity to cater to the growing demands of the offshore wind energy industry.
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NewsLongearth sets sail
Longship has confirmed that its newbuild general cargo vessel Longearth has set sail on its maiden voyage.
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NewsMoU signed to develop Puyallup Tribal Terminal
Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) and the Puyallup Tribe have joined forces to expand the region’s shipping capacity through construction of a new berth on the East Blair Waterway.
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NewsTGP steps up at large-scale hydrogen project
Trans Global Projects (TGP) has been awarded a major contract to provide end-to-end logistics services for a major hydrogen project in the Netherlands.
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NewsCOSCO lands Northern Endeavour contract
The Australian government has engaged COSCO Shipping Heavy Transport (COSCO) to dry tow the Northern Endeavour floating production storage and offtake (FPSO) vessel to a recycling location.
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NewsAllelys adds AK912 pedestal crane to UK fleet
UK-headquartered transport engineering and heavy lift specialist Allelys has acquired a Gottwald AK912 pedestal crane, which has a lifting capacity of 1,200 tonnes and a boom radius of 113 m.
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NewsAntonov and Air Partner deliver valve from Italy to Middle East
Antonov Airlines and Air Partner have delivered a valve from Italy to the Middle East, to be used at an oil refinery.
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NewsTerramar delivered as AtoB@C hits midway point in newbuilding programme
AtoB@C Shipping took delivery of the newbuild vessel Terramar in Goa, India on March 14, 2025. The delivery marks the halfway point in the company’s newbuilding programme.
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Newsdeugro overcomes Red Sea disruption to keep OSHL deliveries on track
deugro Japan, in collaboration with the local teams of deugro USA, delivered a wide range of oversized and heavy lift (OSHL) components from more than 20 global seaports and airports to a downstream oil and gas project in Texas.
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NewsKlaipėda gears up for offshore wind with infrastructure overhaul
Klaipėda Port Authority, Lithuania, is pressing ahead with plans to invest EUR308 million (USD334.1 million) in modern infrastructure, maritime business value creation and sustainability solutions.
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NewsProject logistics firms enter 2025 with tempered expectations
The latest BHV Bremische Hafen und Logistikvertretung’s project logistics monitor shows a cautious outlook for the sector in 2025. Uncertainty surrounding trade policies, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions weigh heavily on expectations.
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NewsEllevo-Q launched in Qatar
Ellevo Group signed an exclusive, long-term joint venture partnership with Petrofac Qatar (PETRO-Q).