European news – Page 7
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NewsUTC shines at Baltic Power project
UTC Overseas has played a key role in the construction of the Baltic Power offshore wind farm, transporting oversized electrical equipment for the construction of an onshore transformer station.
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NewsNTG acquires EDS and Rolls Freight
NTG Ebrex UK, a subsidiary of Nordic Transport Group (NTG), has signed an agreement to acquire 100 percent of the shares in EDS Worldwide and Rolls Freight, both based in the UK.
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NewsESTA doubles down on proposed reforms
The European association of abnormal road transport and mobile cranes (ESTA) has doubled down on its proposed reforms to ensure that they are pushed through. The association has also backed new rules to help increase young truck driver numbers.
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NewsPort of Nigg gets funding for heavy-duty quay
Up to GBP10 million (USD12.94 million) worth of investment has been approved by the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) to support development of the port of Nigg’s inner east quay.
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NewsBerroyer and ALS Remorques partner with Cometto
Cometto has chosen Berroyer and ALS Remorques as official sales and after-sales partners in France for the trailer manufacturer’s Eco series of heavy-duty trailers.
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NewsDavies named sales director at port of Liverpool
UK-based Peel Ports has appointed Gareth Davies as sales director for the port of Liverpool.
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NewsCromarty Firth gets government support for expansion
The port of Cromarty Firth in Scotland will receive GBP55 million (USD71 million) in funding from the UK government to support expansion.
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NewsAmbercor and Origin FGL Lojistik move rotors to USA
Ambercor Shipping USA and Origin FGL Lojistik have collaborated to manage the shipment of two rotors from Türkiye to the USA.
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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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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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NewsHendrik Veder Group and DSF sign merger
Hendrik Veder Group, a supplier of steel wire rope and synthetic rope products, and Dutch Steel Fabricators (DSF) have signed a merger following several years of collaboration.
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NewsEnercon Logistic purchases RBTS from Scheuerle
Germany-based renewable energy equipment manufacturer Enercon Logistic has purchased three rotor blade transport systems (RBTS) from TII Scheuerle.
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NewsESTA policy officer addresses industry challenges as he gets to work
Having joined the European association of abnormal road transport and mobile cranes (ESTA) as policy officer this month, Miguel Florez de la Colina has shared his thoughts on the most pressing issues facing the industry.
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CapPro newsGermany on track for 2030 climate targets
Greenhouse gas emissions in Germany fell by 3.4 percent to 649 million tonnes of CO₂ equivalents in 2024 compared to 2023, data published by the German Environment Agency (UBA) showed. While the country is on track for its 2030 goals, the speed of the transition needs to accelerate to achieve longer-term neutrality targets.
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CapPro newsWestwood highlights hydrogen shifts as REDIII comes into focus
During February, the Belgian government announced support for all forms of low-carbon hydrogen production – a shift away from the EU regulatory framework norms of low-carbon hydrogen. The country also plans to relax the definition of renewable fuel of non-biological origin (RFNBO) outlined in the EU’s first Renewable Energy Directive in a bid to accelerate industrial sustainability and meet EU climate goals.
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NewsCosmatos ships refinery equipment on behalf of EKME
Greece-based Cosmatos Group has shipped refinery equipment from Thessaloniki port to Hellenic Energy’s facility in Eleusis, Greece, as part of logistical work for oil and gas firm EKME.
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NewsScheuerle builds modular K25 combination for August Alborn
Heavy-duty trailers manufacturer TII Scheuerle has delivered and built several K25 axle lines for August Alborn, a heavy goods haulier based in Germany.
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NewsCollett delivers stator to Gretna grid stability facility
UK-based Collett & Sons has delivered a stator from Heysham port in Lancashire, England, to the Gretna grid stability facility in Scotland.
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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.