All articles by David Kershaw – Page 9
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NewsOXBO performs eye-catching tower move
OXBO Mega Transport Solutions coordinated delivery of a 186 ft (57 m) demethaniser tower from the Watco Terminal in Houston, Texas, to Loving, New Mexico.
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Newspewag acquires Aberdeen Web
pewag has acquired manufacturing partner Aberdeen Web, which makes webbing slings, round slings and ratchet systems.
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NewsRo-ro rates under pressure while tariffs hit China-US sailings
Conditions in the ro-ro shipping sector continue to soften, according to sector analyst and data provider Esgian. In March, daily time charter rates fell month on month by 12 percent, ending Q1 2025 at USD60,000 per day on average. Further declines are expected in the months ahead.
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NewsDOLL showcases technology for moving blades, tanks and construction machinery
DOLL Fahrzeugbau used bauma 2025 to showcase its latest innovations in trailer technology, including a three-axle low-bed-trailer with pendular axles, a three-unit wind blade transport system, plus a semi-trailer engineered for military operations in challenging terrain.
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NewsGPO Heavylift delivers Prysmian barge to USA
GPO Heavylift successfully completed a significant transatlantic project, transporting Prysmian’s cable laying barge Ulisse from Pikkala, Finland to Norfolk, Virginia, USA.
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NewsHALO module delivered to USA
Antonov Airlines, in collaboration with transport engineering specialist Fagioli, completed the transatlantic transportation of the habitation and logistics outpost (HALO) module – the first component of the future lunar space station Gateway.
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NewsTrump looks overseas to boost US maritime industry
On April 9, US president Donald Trump signed an executive order that aims to revitalise US shipbuilding and strengthen the US-flag fleet.
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NewsITI releases third edition of Rigging Engineering Basics
Industrial Training International (ITI) has released the third edition of Rigging Engineering Basics, offering updated guidance on lift planning, crane selection, and rigging safety.
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NewsWireCo unveils next-gen hoist rope for heavy industrial applications
Wire and synthetic rope specialist WireCo unveiled its latest crane hoist rope at the bauma 2025 exhibition in Munich last week: the Casar Lazerlift.
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NewsHutchison port sale hits Panama snag
In early March, Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison agreed to divest the majority of its global port assets to the Blackrock-TiL consortium in a USD22.8 billion deal. The transaction included control of several terminal operations and a significant stake in Panama Ports Company. However, reports have since emerged that Hutchison will no longer sell its Panama Canal-adjacent assets. The deal has also drawn scrutiny from Chinese regulators, who are expected to launch an antitrust review.
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NewsDSV’s deal for DB Schenker cleared
DSV said in a press release issued April 15 that it had fulfilled all closing conditions for its acquisition of Germany’s DB Schenker.
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NewsDenzai bolsters ranks with Goldhofer SPMTs
Japan’s Denzai has acquired PST-ES-E (315) SPMTs from Goldhofer.
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NewsCourse set for industry-wide GHG pricing and fuel standards
Marine Environment Protection Committee 83 (MEPC 83) concluded with draft regulations that will set mandatory marine fuel standard and GHG emissions pricing for shipping, a first for the sector.
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ArticleA brief reprieve
On April 9, just hours after announcing reciprocal tariffs on all countries, US president Donald Trump abruptly backtracked, suspending their implementation for 90 days. However, China was not spared: its tariff was increased to 125 percent. The baseline 10 percent tariffs on all countries, introduced on April 5 – dubbed ‘Liberation Day’ – remain in effect. Additionally, 25 percent duties on autos and steel are still in place.
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NewsDenzai becomes launch customer for Cometto’s MSPE 60t SPMT
Japanese heavy transport specialist Denzai has ordered 108 axle lines of Cometto’s new MSPE 60t (6/4/4) SPMT. The compact, high-capacity system was developed for operations in Japan’s constrained port environments.
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NewsOsprey adds Tadano CC 38.650-1 crawler to roster
UK-based transport and rigging specialist Osprey is continuing to expand its fleet with the addition of the Tadano CC 38.650-1 crawler crane.
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NewsStevens Towing shuffles managerial pack
USA-based Stevens Towing Company has made several key leadership promotions.
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NewsFish joins Fracht North America
Edward Fish has joined Fracht North America as senior vice president of EPC industrial projects.
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NewsPort Esbjerg’s expansion takes shape, partners with Windport
HLPFI has reported extensively on developments at Denmark’s Port Esbjerg, which has grown significanlty over the years. The fifth phase of the port’s expansion has now hit a significant milestone, and it has also entered into a partnership with Norway’s Windport.
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NewsOIA Global acquires JF Moran
Portland, USA-based OIA Global has acquired compatriot Customs brokerage and freight forwarding firm JF Moran.