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NewsCory Brothers to acquire Twist Logistics
International shipping and logistics firm Cory Brothers has reached an agreement to acquire Twist Logistics, a Netherlands-based forwarding company. The acquisition is due to be finalised on November 1, 2025.
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NewsThisvi opts for a third Konecranes MHC
A new Konecranes Gottwald ESP.7 mobile harbour crane (MHC) will be stationed at the port of Thisvi, Greece.
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NewsPeak Skarv 1 launched
Skarv Shipping Solutions, a joint venture between Peak Group and Grieg Edge, has launched its first vessel, named Peak Skarv 1.
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NewsRhenus expands in the Philippines
Rhenus Group will invest USD20 million to expand its activities in the Philippines.
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NewsUS-flag turbine installation vessel in service
Charybdis, the first, and so far only, Jones Act-compliant turbine installation vessel has arrived at Portsmouth Marine Terminal, the marshalling port for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) development.
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NewsMultiSec and Durham Lifting design 125-tonne C-Hook
UK-based under-the-jib firms MultiSec and Durham Lifting have designed and manufactured a 125-tonne lifting capacity C-Hook, making it one of the largest ever produced.
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NewsOsprey bolsters fleet with LTM 1750 9.1
Osprey Group has ordered an LTM 1750 9.1 from Liebherr, with the 800-tonne capacity mobile crane expected to join the UK-headquartered company’s fleet in the coming weeks.
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NewsIscotrans adds Torchio to project team
Italy-headquartered freight forwarder Iscotrans has appointed Gian Luca Torchio as key account manager energy, oil and gas, effective immediately.
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NewsVolga-Dnepr Group set for sale?
Former freighter powerhouse Volga-Dnepr Group faces potential ownership change as financial pressures mount from international sanctions, reports HLPFI’s sister publication Air Cargo News.
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NewsPOSH to tow Nguya FLNG from China to Congo for Eni project
PACC Offshore Services Holdings (POSH) has been selected by Wison New Energies to tow the Nguya floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility from Lvsi, Qidong, China to the Republic of Congo.
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NewsWR Logistics names Alkhatib as CEO for Saudi Arabia
Project logistics firm WR Logistics has appointed Shadi Alkhatib as ceo for Saudi Arabia, effective immediately.
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NewsCLdN and Peel Ports plan to develop river berth at port of Liverpool
CLdN and Peel Ports Group will develop a ro-ro river berth at the UK’s port of Liverpool.
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NewsRise and shine: SAL expands its deck carrier fleet
SAL Heavy Lift is expanding its deck carrier fleet with the acquisition of Sun Shine and Sun Rise from former owner Pan Ocean.
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NewsMyCrane releases app for iOS and Android
Global online crane rental platform MyCrane has released a mobile app, available to download for free on both the App Store and Google Play.
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NewsBIFA releases updated STC for freight forwarders
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has launched an updated version of its standard trading conditions (STC), replacing the previous version revised in 2021. It can be used by members from December 31, 2025.
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NewsKhimji Ramdas launches heavy lift division
Omani business conglomerate Khimji Ramdas has launched KRHL in response to growing demand for heavy lift logistics and project cargo solutions.
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NewsMammoet engineers gantry solution to extract HS2 TBMs
Mammoet was called on to remove four tunnel boring machines (TBM) on the outskirts of London, UK. The TBMs, manufactured by Herrenknecht, had been used to excavate tunnels for High Speed 2 (HS2) – the rail project linking Birmingham and London.
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NewsGSL expands maritime and project cargo capabilities
China-based freight forwarder Global Star Logistics (GSL) has bolstered its business in the maritime sector by expanding both its husbandry and agency services.
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NewsBishop Lifting appoints Garrett as CEO
USA-based lifting equipment supplier Bishop Lifting has appointed Grant Garrett as chief executive officer.
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NewsGeodis bolsters European leadership and launches AI team
Global logistics provider Geodis has made a series of senior leadership changes across Europe while creating a dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) department