Federal Nigara sails to Duluth
Federal Nigara of the Fednav fleet has delivered several large pieces of import machinery to the Duluth Cargo Connect multimodal logistics hub on Lake Superior, USA.
USTR’s China shipping measures take shape
On April 17, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued the final notice of action following its investigation into China’s shipbuilding and logistics sector. According to the USTR draft Federal Register notice, the USA will begin charging fees on Chinese-owned, operated and built vessels arriving at its ports in October 2025. Most multipurpose and heavy lift tonnage appears to fall beyond the scope of the regulations.
Engineered Rigging sets date for annual heavy lifting equipment showcase
USA-based heavy lifting firm Engineered Rigging will host its annual heavy lifting equipment showcase on June 10-12, 2025, at its equipment depot and service centre in Russellville, Arkansas.
Chipolbrok added to FMC controlled carrier list
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has added Chipolbrok to its controlled carrier list due the Chinese government’s part ownership of the company.
Mammoet minimises disruption in Hartsfield-Jackson expansion
Dutch transport engineering specialist Mammoet was called upon to help widen the concourse at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport – the world’s busiest – with minimal disruption to activities.
Mammoet commits to HVO
Transport engineering and heavy lift specialist Mammoet will implement hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) across the Netherlands, UK and Canada from Q2 2025.