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NewsCometto SPMTs used to battle icy conditions in Finland
SPMTs from Cometto have been used for a project in Finland that involved moving ship sections in -18°C conditions.
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NewsIMO updates guidelines to protect seafarers
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted updated guidelines to protect seafarers from unfair treatment when detained in foreign jurisdictions linked to alleged crimes committed at sea.
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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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NewsStevens Towing shuffles managerial pack
USA-based Stevens Towing Company has made several key leadership promotions.
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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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NewsCLdN to boost handling capacity at Killingholme terminal
Shortsea shipping specialist CLdN will boost handling capacity at Killingholme terminal on the River Humber following a multimillion-pound investment, with the project due for completion in the second half of 2026.
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NewsPort NOLA appoints Marino
The port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has appointed Loren Marino as vice president of external affairs and chief of staff.
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NewsCeva boosts China-US air services
Ceva Logistics expanded its air services between China and the USA at the end of March with a new transpacific charter programme.
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NewsMacGregor delivers SWL electric crane
MacGregor, a maritime cargo and load handling solutions provider, has delivered its modernised version of the SWL electric heavy lift crane. It wil be installed aboard dship Carriers’ multipurpose vessel Amy.
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NewsVaramar launches Middle East, India and Australia service
Breakbulk, dry bulk, oversized and containerised cargo carrier Varamar has established a new regular service connecting the Middle East, India, Indonesia, and Australia.
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NewsToepfer Transport’s monthly multipurpose shipping rate update
Toepfer Transport’s monthly multipurpose rate index held steady. The analyst’s average daily time charter rate for a 12,500 dwt/F-type heavy lift vessel stood at USD12,821 at the start of April 2025.
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NewsScheuerle and Kübler build STB 320 high girder bridge
Heavy-duty trailer manufacturer TII Scheuerle and heavy transport specialist Kübler Spedition have built the STB 320 high girder bridge, specifically designed for the transportation of transformers.
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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.
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NewsDrewes opens in Böblingen
Drewes Group has opened a new location in Böblingen, near Stuttgart, Germany.
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NewsBIFA rejigs policy and compliance team
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has made changes to its policy and compliance team following the retirement of David Stroud as the association’s policy and compliance adviser – air.
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NewsRightShip and Mapsea form strategic partnership
South Korea-based marine technology firm Mapsea will integrate RightShip’s features relating to safety and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions into its systems.
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NewsMeriaura sees revenue growth but profit hit by restructuring
Finland’s Meriaura Group published its financial results for 2024, with revenue up but EBITDA and net profit down on 2023’s figures. The Finnish shipping firm puts this largely down to the restructuring of its business.
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NewsNunes joins Chapman Freeman board
Bernardo Nunes has been appointed to the board of air charter broker Chapman Freeborn.
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NewsSGL opens inaugural office in Türkiye
Denmark-based Scan Global Logistics (SGL) has expanded its operations by opening its first office in Türkiye, in Istanbul.
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NewsIscotrans ships wire rope reels from Italy to Canary Islands
Italian freight forwarder Iscotrans has completed the shipment of two wire rope reels from Italy to the Canary Islands, Spain.