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Drewry: rates unlikely to recover until late 2021
2020-07-17T09:22:00+01:00
Industry analyst Drewry reports that charter rates for multipurpose ships, including breakbulk and heavy lift vessels, are unlikely to recover back to pre-Covid-19 levels until the end of 2021. Any recovery would take even longer if the global pandemic is not contained.
Internal tussle as Boeing weighs future of B747
2020-06-04T13:05:00+01:00By David Kershaw
Tension is building within Boeing about whether to keep the Boeing 747 in production beyond the current order backlog, as a decision looms on the future of the iconic aircraft.
Lift & Move USA launches website
2020-06-03T09:00:00+01:00By David Kershaw
Lift & Move USA has launched a website showcasing the careers, industries and types of work related to the crane, rigging and specialised transport industry.

Irish offshore wind potential gathers momentum

2020-06-02T14:30:00+01:00By David Kershaw

The Republic of Ireland has fast-tracked seven offshore wind energy projects through its upcoming marine planning regime.

StormGeo and DNV GL deepen partnership

2020-03-19T12:05:00+00:00By Sophie Barnes

StormGeo and DNV GL have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the aim of driving digitalisation and data standardisation in the maritime industry.

4D offers Incoterms training

2020-03-12T12:35:00+00:00By Sophie Barnes

4D Supply Chain Consulting has introduced an e-learning training programme that outlines the impact of the new Incoterms 2020.

Boskalis ends 2019 well despite earnings dip

2020-03-06T11:50:00+00:00By Sophie Barnes

Boskalis ended 2019 on a positive note and is back in the black, despite a slight dip in earnings. The Netherlands-headquartered maritime group said the outlook for 2020 is more favourable compared to last year.

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Geodis calls for decarbonisation

2020-07-17T07:30:00+01:00

Global transport and logistics company Geodis has joined the European Clean Trucking Alliance (ECTA) as part of its commitment to decarbonise road freight.