All articles by David Kershaw – Page 32
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NewsMedlog to develop Bruyères-sur-Oise
France’s Haropa Port is developing the port of Bruyères-sur-Oise to create a multimodal platform, 40 km from Paris, capable of handling heavy parcels, containers and bulk.
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NewsPorts of Indiana-Mount Vernon to double lifting capacity
The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has awarded Ports of Indiana a USD2.25 million grant to assist in the purchase of a heavy lift crane for Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon.
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NewsRafeek & Moore Bertling Logistics (Guyana) established
Bertling Logistics and Rafeek & Moore have established a joint venture company targeting the project logistics market in Guyana.
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NewsBoosting capacity and raising standards in Africa
There has been a notable uptick in project logistics activity in Africa, driven by rising demand for minerals, metals and energy. However, there is a pressing need to improve standards. Carriers, meanwhile, are boosting capacity. David Kershaw reports.
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NewsPTC210-DS installed in Rotterdam for offshore wind vessel project
Mammoet has completed the assembly of its PTC210-DS ring crane, one of the largest in its fleet, in Rotterdam for a heavy lift project for GustoMSC.
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NewsJAS Projects completes column trio move to Poland
JAS Projects Bremen has completed the first heavy lift shipment for a chemical complex extension project in Poland.
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NewsAmmonia columns handled by Total Movements
Total Movements coordinated the transport of two oversize columns in India.
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NewsBroekman Logistics taking steps to realise sustainability targets
Broekman Logistics has shared details of the steps it is taking to reduce fossil fuel use at its terminal operations in Rotterdam.
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NewsBMS to inaugurate 3,000-tonne ringer crane
BMS Heavy Cranes will introduce its all-electric ring crane, which can lift up to 3,000 tonnes, this weekend.
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NewsShipNext lands Belgian grant to develop predictive analysis tool for shipping
Online cargo platform ShipNext has secured a EUR400,000 (USD422,530) grant from Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship (VLAIO) to strengthen the adoption of predictive analytics and AI in the supply chain.
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NewsLongview adds a pair of Super Gloria reachstackers to lifting fleet
The US West Coast’s first and second 130-ton (118-tonne) lift capacity Kalmar Super Gloria reachstackers joined the port of Longview’s fleet this summer, expanding its reach in the breakbulk industry.
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NewsGiant cranes delivered to Hinkley Point C by Osprey
The first of two giant turbine hall crane girders has been delivered to the Hinkley Point C nuclear power project in the UK by Osprey Group.
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NewsCombilift launches Combi-LC, for wind turbine blades and tower transport
Ireland’s Combilift has moved into the offshore wind energy sector with the launch of a product designed to meet the load handling demands of large-scale offshore wind manufacturers.
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NewsRightShip launches PortRISK to improve port and terminal risk management
RightShip has launched a digital platform, PortRISK, to improve operational efficiency and decision making for port and terminal operators during vessel pre-arrival preparations.
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NewsLaso fleet expansion continues with Goldhofer
Laso Transportes has bolstered its heavy-duty trailer fleet with new equipment from Goldhofer.
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NewsAberdeen’s South Harbour expansion completed
A GBP420 million (USD514 million) expansion of Scotland’s port of Aberdeen was officially opened on September 22.
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NewsLerwick Port Authority signs MoU to facilitate floating offshore wind energy project
Lerwick Port Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Irish energy firm ESB that will see both companies work together on developing port facilities for a floating offshore wind farm.
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NewsMyCrane targets Indian expansion
MyCrane is rolling out its online crane rental platform to the Indian market.
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NewsSmith-Garcia joins Combi Lift
Esmeralda Smith-Garcia has joined Combi Lift’s projects team as senior director, business development.
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NewsHöegh Autoliners details EV fire mitigation measures aboard its ro-ro fleet
Recent fire incidents aboard electric vehicle (EV) carrying vessels have brought attention to factors such as thermal runaway, saltwater intrusion, and compromised battery cells or components. Industry stakeholders, insurers, and safety experts have underscored the need for vigilance. Höegh Autoliners outlined the measures it is taking to minimise the risks.