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NewsMMETCo strengthens fleet with LTM 1450-8.1
Bahrain-based heavy haulage, crane and equipment rental provider Modern Mechanical Electrical & Transport Co (MMETCo) has added a 450-tonne capacity LTM 1450-8.1 mobile crane from Liebherr.
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NewsMammoet launches Industrial Solutions division
Heavy lift and engineered transport specialist Mammoet has launched its Industrial Solutions division to serve large-scale and complex industrial projects across Europe’s high-tech, process, energy and heavy industries.
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NewsBreakbulk holds steady at Rotterdam
The port of Rotterdam posted a modest increase in breakbulk throughput in the first nine months of 2025. However, overall throughput has taken a hit.
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NewsPort NOLA gets green light for FTZ expansion
The US Department of Commerce has approved the port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) application to extend the Federal Trade Zone (FTZ No. 2) service area.
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NewsSpliethoff picks Echandia battery system for newbuilds
Swedish battery system developer Echandia has been selected to supply energy storage systems for eight newbuild cargo vessels, with an option for two more vessels, owned by Spliethoff Group.
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NewsHarren partners with Orca AI to boost navigational safety and efficiencies
German shipping and maritime logistics specialist Harren Group is partnering with maritime technology provider Orca AI to strengthen navigational safety and operational efficiencies.
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NewsDemand continues rising for electric MHCs
Liebherr continues to see a strong increase in demand for electrically powered mobile harbour cranes (MHC), with India leading the charge in terms of adoption.
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NewsRip-and-shift solution expedites nuclear decommissioning work
Heavy lift and specialised transport company Mammoet was commissioned by Framatome to support with the removal of four steam generators from PreussenElektra’s Unterweser nuclear power plant in Germany.
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NewsRope Vision launched to enhance wire rope safety and reliability
Huisman has launched an advanced automated visual inspection tool designed to enhance the reliability and safety of wire rope operations.
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NewsAirlander 10 order placed by defence industry
Hybrid Air Vehicles (HAV) has confirmed that three of its Airlander 10 aircraft have been reserved by a defence customer.
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NewsMarket Sentiment Index improves modestly
The mood about the multipurpose and breakbulk shipping industry has risen modestly, according to the 19th edition of OneWorld Market Sentiment Index (MSI).
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NewsK+N takes steps to safeguard cost base
In the first nine months of 2025, Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) increased its net turnover by 3 percent to CHF18.5 billion (USD23.2 billion), up 3 percent year on year. However, margins came under pressure.
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NewsVinck in at Fracht Group
Fracht Group North America has appointed Alexander Vinck as director, global metals and commodities.
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NewsWidmann joins UTC Overseas
UTC Overseas has appointed Pedro Widmann as director, global project development.
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NewsHeavy Lift Awards 2025: Gallery
Take a look back at the Heavy Lift Awards 2025. HLPFI welcomed over 400 guests at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London for a night of celebration, as the winners of the Heavy Lift Awards 2025 were announced. Take a look at who took home a trophy here.
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NewsMcKay chosen as ICHCA chair
International Cargo Handling Association (ICHCA) has appointed Scott McKay as its chair, effective September 30, 2025.
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NewsVanguard takes delivery of Cometto SPMTs
South Africa-headquartered heavy transport and rigging specialist company Vanguard has taken delivery of 32 SPMT axles and power pack units (PPUs) from Cometto.
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NewsDenzai orders second LR12500-1.0 crawler crane
Japan-headquartered heavy lifting and transportation firm Denzai has purchased a second 2,500-tonne capacity LR12500-1.0 crawler crane from Liebherr, with delivery slated for March 2026.
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NewsBIMCO developing standard clause addressing Chinese port fees
BIMCO is developing a clause specifically addressing the new fees introduced on October 14, 2025 for US-related ships calling at ports in China.
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NewsEXG moves trio of transformers across India
Express Global Logistics (EXG) has transported three transformers, weighing a combined 225 tonnes, from a manufacturing base in Western India to a power project site in the Eastern Himalayan region of the country.