All Heavy lift shipping articles – Page 2
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NewsBiofuel trials gain traction in multipurpose shipping
Biofuel, produced from plants and other feedstocks to replace traditional fossil-based fuels, are gaining a foothold in the multipurpose and heavy lift shipping industry. Various trials are under way at a number of carriers.
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NewsA stagnating fleet and slower growth
In its latest multipurpose and heavy lift shipping market outlook, Drewry predicts further charter rate declines heading into 2023.
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ArticleProject logistics providers adapt to market realities
With the world in turmoil, project logistics providers are operating in an environment where the only certainty is uncertainty. David Kershaw takes a look at how companies are coping and at where the markets may be heading.
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From our sponsorsWinner reveal: Ship Operator of the Year 2022
The shortlist for this year’s Ship Operator of the Year included some of the real heavyweights in the heavy lift shipping arena. AAL Shipping came away with first prize.
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NewsSAL’s newbuilding plans
SAL Heavy Lift has shed some light on its newbuilding programme, jointly initiated with its partner Jumbo Shipping. Named the Orca-class, the first two ships will be exclusively involved in the transport of offshore wind turbine components in a long-term commitment with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy.
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NewsBigLift keeps busy with various large-scale deliveries
The Netherlands-headquartered BigLift Shipping has been involved with some large-scale wind energy cargo deliveries for leading OEMs over the past few months. Newbuilds scheduled for delivery later in the year are tailored to the demand of renewable energy shippers.
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From our sponsorsShortlist spotlight: Ship Operator of the Year Award
HLPFI reviews the shortlisted entries for the Heavy Lift Awards 2022 Ship Operator of the Year award, sponsored by Trans Global Projects Group.
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NewsEU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) for shipping – what we know so far
The European Commission’s Fit for 55 package aims to reduce CO2 emissions in the bloc by 55 percent over 1990 levels by 2030. For the first time, shipping will be included as part of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), and the cost for clients looks set to be significant per freight equivalent unit (feu).
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NewsDrewry Multipurpose Time Charter Index plateaus
The Drewry Multipurpose Time Charter Index decreased slightly over March to USD11,170 per day, representing a drop of 0.2 percent compared to the previous month.
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NewsUnited O7 opens in Houston
Ocean7 Projects is joining United Heavy Lift’s (UHL) operation in Houston, Texas, as the companies continue to expand under their combined United O7 banner.
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NewsBottlenecks for wind energy
The wind energy market continues to grow, not only in terms of the number of projects coming to market but also in terms of the size of components, the latter point adding extra pressure on those needing multipurpose and heavy lift shipping services.
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NewsJanssens takes over helm of Jumbo
Wout Janssens is succeeding Michael Kahn as Jumbo Shipping’s ceo. After 30 years as ceo, Kahn will now serve as supervisory board director of the company.
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NewsJumbo-SAL-Alliance progresses in China
Jumbo China and SAL Heavy Lift’s team in Shanghai have started operating under one roof as the two heavy lift shipping giants strengthen the recently launched Jumbo-SAL-Alliance.
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NewsJumbo-SAL-Alliance comes to life
German breakbulk and project cargo carrier SAL Heavy Lift and Dutch maritime heavy lift transport and installation contractor Jumbo Shipping have commenced operations under their joint venture banner – Jumbo-SAL-Alliance.
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NewsElgaard joins UHL
United Heavy Lift (UHL) has appointed Rasmus Elgaard as chartering manager based in Aarhus, Denmark.
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NewsIntermarine and SAL open joint office
Intermarine and SAL Heavy Lift are setting up a joint venture office in São Paulo, Brazil.
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NewsSAL updates branding
SAL has unveiled a set of logos for each of its divisions – SAL Heavy Lift, SAL Engineering, and the recently launched SAL Renewables – as it continues its development from its heavy lift shipping roots into a multi-brand corporation.
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NewsJohnsen joins UO7
United O7 (UO7) – United Heavy Lift (UHL) and Ocean7 Projects’ joint venture – has appointed Christian Johnsen as managing partner in Asia.
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NewsSAL Renewables launches with Wind Lift I
Harren & Partner is expanding its capabilities in the offshore sector with the launch of SAL Renewables and the addition of a versatile jack-up vessel to its fleet.
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NewsOne World Shipbrokers opens for business
Justin Archard and Simon Guthrie have teamed up to launch One World Shipbrokers, based out of Hamburg.