Marko Tulokas appointed President and CEO of Konecranes
20 May 2025: Konecranes has appointed Marko Tulokas (b. 1972) as its new President and CEO as of June 1, 2025. He succeeds Konecranes’ current President and CEO Anders Svensson.
NORDEN inks iron ore logistics project in Australia
20 May 2025: NORDEN has signed its first port logistics project in Australia with existing dry cargo freight customer, the Australian developer and operator of iron ore mining projects, Kimberley Metals Group (KMG), further expanding the partnership.
Grieg Logistics rebrand to Inchcape Shipping Services
19 May 2025: Grieg Logistics, which Inchcape Shipping Services acquired in June 2024, will officially change its name to Inchcape Shipping Services on 19 May 2025.
Klaipėda Port to pioneer Lithuania’s first private 5G standalone network
19 May 2025: At the Klaipeda Port Telia is set to trial Lithuania’s first 5G standalone (SA) network.
Lauritzen Bulkers appoints new CEO
19 May 2025: Lauritzen Bulkers is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin Sato as CEO, starting latest by December 1, 2025.
Stronger week for Capesize
19 May 2025: Weekly shipping roundup from The Baltic Exchange.
Paul Pathy of Fednav elected BIMCO President
16 May 2025: BIMCO, the world’s largest shipping association, has elected Paul Pathy, President & CEO of Canada’s largest dry bulk shipping company, Fednav, as President.
Tender opens for new dry bulk terminal at Sagunto
16 May 2025: Valencia Port Authority has issued a tender for a concession to build and operate a dry bulk terminal at the Port of Sagunto, which it also oversees in addition to the main port at Valencia itself.
GENMA domestic scraper ship-unloader
15 May 2025: GENMA revolutionizing efficient and eco-friendly bulk handling operations
How one of America's newest ports moved 4mt without a single truck
15 May 2025: Faced with a massive infrastructure challenge, the South Carolina Ports Authority turned to a high-capacity, environmentally friendly mobile conveying system to streamline material handling—cutting costs, emissions, and congestion.
Precision weighing solutions from Control Systems Technology
15 May 2025: Founded in 1984, Control Systems Technology (CST) has over four decades of experience delivering precise and dependable belt-weighing solutions worldwide.
Sicilian port operator adds strongest Konecranes
15 May 2025: The Fratelli Fazio Group has ordered a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.9 mobile harbour crane which is the first Generation 6 crane with 200 tonnes of lifting capacity delivered to Italy.
Barnacle biofouling big burden for shipping
14 May 2025: High levels of barnacle biofouling on underwater hulls across the global shipping fleet can significantly drag down decarbonization efforts and increase fuel costs.
Grain handling expertise at Konanfuto Grain Terminal
14 May 2025: Situated in the Port of Kobe, Japan’s second-largest economic hub, Konanfuto Grain Terminal Co., Ltd, handles wheat, rapeseed, raw sugar, corn, and soybeans, and primarily serves food manufacturers.
Nueva Palmira: mixed year for dry bulk in 2024
14 May 2025: In Uruguay, the Port of Nueva Palmira registered a 14% decline in total traffic in 2024 to 7.99mt (million tonnes).
Grain trade weakness unfolding
13 May 2025: Potential for negative influences to affect elements of commodity import demand during 2025 is evident, contrasting with signs of increases elsewhere.
MacGregor secures electric shipboard cranes order
13 May 2025: MacGregor has secured an order from the Vertom group, a Netherlands-based shipowner and maritime service provider, to deliver fully electric cargo cranes for four multipurpose vessels.
Damen completes green retrofit project for BAM Shipping
12 May 2025: Damen Shipyards Group, together with partners including Atal Solutions has completed its retrofit of four bulk carriers for BAM Shipping.
Mixed performance across the regions
12 May 2025: Weekly market roundups from The Baltic Exchange
SSA Marine Achieves Sustainability Milestone
12 May 2025: SSA Marine Achieves Sustainability Milestone with Deployment of 100% Zero-Emissions Cargo Handling Equipment at Berth 55 at the Port of Los Angeles.
British Steel starts recruiting for 180+ new employees
08 May 2025: British Steel is starting recruitment for over 180 new employees as it prepares to ramp up production.
PK Terminal reaffirms its trust in SENNEBOGEN’s solutions
08 May 2025: The PK Terminal in the Estonian port of Muuga is one of the most modern cargo terminals in Europe. Since 2019, the company has been relying on high-performance SENNEBOGEN material handlers.
Teesport Offshore Gateway - a multi-million pound investment in the River Tees
08 May 2025: PD Ports is proud to share its ambition to develop one of the UK’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation hubs – the Teesport Offshore Gateway.
Brazilian grain shipments up 9% as China seeks US alternative
07 May 2025: “Between January and April 2025, Brazilian grain shipments rose 9% y/y, supported by strong Chinese purchasing.
Invicta’s Next Step In Delivering Low Carbon Cement Alternatives
07 May 2025: Last week’s arrival of Invicta’s Van Aalst ship unloader at their Sheerness terminal in Kent marks the latest development in building-out their deep-water cementitious powder facility.
Liebherr Connect – Connecting people, cranes, and digital environment
07 May 2025: Liebherr Connect offers time and cost benefits as well as safe and convenient operation of maritime cranes and helps to optimise work processes.
BERG Propulsion retrofit cuts 33% fuel costs
06 May 2025: BERG efficiency upgrade cuts 33% of fuel costs for Lighthouse Ship Management Norwegian coaster.
Enhancing safety in cargo hold cleaning
06 May 2025: Robotic solutions for a more efficient process
German-Estonian ports deepen maritime cooperation
02 May 2025: High-Level German delegation visited Port of Tallinn and Estonia to strengthen maritime and logistics ties.
Laying the Groundwork for Infrastructure Investment in Cabo Verde
02 May 2025: HPC finalises pre-feasibility study for development of Porto Fundo dry bulk terminal.
Grenaa strengthens its position as key hub for northern Europe
01 May 2025: Serving as a strategic hub for industrial bulk sectors across Northern Europe, the port is making significant strides in infrastructure development, operational efficiency, and strategic partnerships.
Naples invests in Konescranes energy efficient MHC
01 May 2025: Port of Naples cargo operator invests in energy-efficient Konecranes Gottwald mobile harbour crane
The Port of Klaipėda begins 2025 with strong momentum
01 May 2025: The Port of Klaipeda has achieved a strong start to 2025, nearly 10 million tonnes of cargo handled in the first quarter — a 15% increase compared to the same period last year.
ABS delivers a total approach to dry bulk vessel safety
30 April 2025: The key dynamics of the dry bulk carrier market – availability, flexibility and reliability — mean that uninterrupted operations are essential for these vessels to stay competitive, writes Vasileios Gkikas, ABS Director, Business Development, Global Bulk Carriers.
Dry cargo trade may be held back
29 April 2025: Elements of weakness in commodity import demand may be clearly visible this year, although supportive aspects also are likely to be prominent.
Wind propulsion: a new chapter in dry bulk vessel efficiency
29 April 2025: The maritime industry must decarbonize faster than ever before, and while the path is challenging, it is undeniably exciting, writes John Cooper, CEO, BAR Technologies.
Atlantic market centre of attention for Panamax
28 April 2025: The Baltic Exchange: This week, the Atlantic market was once again the centre of attention, possibly influenced by the easing of US tariffs before Easter.
Wagons roll for British Steel
28 April 2025: New raw materials shipment arrives at British Steel – more on their way.
Rotterdam GHG emissions down 8%
25 April 2025: Greenhouse gas emissions at companies in the port decreased by 1.7 Mton (8%) in 2024 compared to 2023.
BIMCO: Japan is world’s third largest shipping nation as owners control 12% of the fleet
24 April 2025: In this week’s “Shipping Number of the Week” from BIMCO, Chief Shipping Analyst, Niels Rasmussen, looks at the current size of Japan’s fleet.
Cleveland Cascades to Supply Systems to Long Beach CA
24 April 2025: Cleveland Cascades are completing the design for an order to supply a Free Fall and a Cascade System to the Port of Long Beach, CA, USA...
Nectar celebrates launch of new third berth in Freetown
24 April 2025: Nectar Sierra Leone Bulk Terminal (NSBT) is celebrating the operational launch of a new third berth with the arrival of its first vessels.
Welcome to the new home port for your business
24 April 2025: The Port of Brussels offers strategically located warehouses and office spaces tailored to businesses of all sizes.
REMA TIP TOP expands presence with new entity in Mexico
23 April 2025: REMA TIP TOP is expanding its activities on the American continent with the opening of REMA TIP TOP Mexicana in Querétaro.
Steelpaint secures major order for 39 dry bulk vessels
23 April 2025: German coatings firm Steelpaint GmbH has secured a major order to supply its specialist Stelpant system for application to 39 dry bulk vessels operated by one of the world’s largest shipping companies.
Adani to acquire North Queensland Export Terminal
22 April 2025: APSEZ is set to acquire Abbot Point Port Holdings, the owner of the North Queensland Export Terminal. A 50mtpa facility is located at the Port of Abbot Point in eastern Australia.
Indiana and Metro Ports extend bulk cargo partnership
22 April 2025: Ports of Indiana and Metro Ports have signed a five-year extension of their bulk terminal operating agreement at Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor.
Shaping the future of port logistics: Trends and innovations
17 April 2025: As port logistics continue to evolve, TAKRAF Group outlines the latest developments in the ship loader and unloader market and the impact of emerging technologies.
St. Lawrence Seaway moves 37mt in 2024
17 April 2025: The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) recently announced that approximately 37mt of goods were shipped via the St. Lawrence Seaway during the 2024 navigation season.
British Steel under UK control
16 April 2025: "This is a monumental time for our people and our business" says British Steel
Adapting AMECO’s shiploader for efficient grain handling
15 April 2025: From fertilizer to grain: How AMECO enhanced a shiploader to meet evolving market demands.
Chief Agri: equipping the grain industry since 1961
15 April 2025: Chief Agri, a division of Chief Industries, Inc., specializes in the design, manufacture and sale of grain storage systems around the world.
Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor welcomes M.V. Pile as its first ocean vessel of 2025
15 April 2025: Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor celebrated the start of the 2025 international shipping season Friday with the arrival of the M.V. Pile, a bulk carrier owned and operated by Polish marine line Polsteam.
Combating the eutrophication of Baltic Sea waters
14 April 2025: Race For The Baltic is a Swedish non-governmental organization committed to combating the eutrophication of Baltic Sea waters.
Conveyors are key to efficiency and safety in bulk handling
14 April 2025: Martin Engineering explains how to ensure successful conveyor safety and maintenance training
Tariff tension hits shippers
14 April 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
HES International unifies brand in Rotterdam
10 April 2025: HES International announces rebranding of Europees Massagoed-Overslagbedrijf (EMO) B.V. and European Bulk Services (E.B.S) B.V.
Nova Algoma orders another record-breaking cement carrier
10 April 2025: The joint venture between Nova Marine and Algoma doubles its investment with China’s Xinle Shipbuilding.
Jotun to maintain "always clean hull" with Thoresen Shipping
09 April 2025: Jotun secures agreement with leading shipowner Thoresen Shipping to maintain always clean hull with Hull Skating Solutions (HSS)
Morska Agencja Gdynia (MAG)/Poland — on duty since 1951
08 April 2025: COOPERATION BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND TRUST BUILT FOR 75 YEARS
Record breaking year for steel imports at the Port of Liverpool
08 April 2025: Peel Ports Group has set out its ambition to turn the Port of Liverpool into a global hub for steel after the port operator marked a record-breaking year for bulk imports at the site throughout 2024.
Unremarkable week for shipping
07 April 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Bulgarian port places first new order with Konecranes
04 April 2025: Bulgarian port places first order for new Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes, building on long-term success with pre-owned units
New bulk terminal for Sagunto, Spain
04 April 2025: The aim of the Port Authority of València is to boost local and regional economic activity by attracting new investments and operators in the field of bulk solids compatible with current port operations.
JSC "RIKON" completes commissioning of new RMG container crane in Tashkent
03 April 2025:
Liebherr sees further growth in the 2024 business year
03 April 2025: The Liebherr Group ended 2024 with a revenue of €14,622 million. Compared with the previous year, the company recorded a revenue growth of €580 million or 4.1 %.
Mantsinen to showcase sustainable solutions
03 April 2025: Mantsinen Group, a global leader in material handling, will showcase its latest solutions at the BAUMA 2025 trade fair in Munich. This year, the fair’s focus will be on climate neutrality, highlighting the industry's commitment to sustainable development.
ClassNK grants AiP to OceanWings’ Innovative Technology
02 April 2025: ClassNK Grants Approval in Principle to OceanWings’ Innovative Wind-Assisted Propulsion Technology at Singapore Maritime Week
JSC “RIKON”: at the forefront of heavy lifting
02 April 2025: JSC “RIKON” stands as the premier manufacturer of heavy lifting equipment in the Baltic region, boasting a legacy that dates back to 1991.
Large-model Siwertell road-mobile unloader ordered for efficient grain handling
02 April 2025: The largest model Siwertell road-mobile ship unloading solution will offer environment-friendly, efficient grain handling...
Sakatti copper project in Finland awarded ‘Strategic Project’ status by EU
02 April 2025: Anglo American’s Sakatti copper and polymetallic project in Finland has been designated as a ‘Strategic Project’ by the European Commission under the EU's Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA).
ESL Shipping and SSAB extend long-term cooperation
01 April 2025: ESL Shipping and global steel manufacturer SSAB have agreed on a multi-year extension of the agreement covering SSAB’s inbound raw material sea transports within the Baltic Sea and from the North Sea.
Euroports secures long-term future in Venice
01 April 2025: Euroports is pleased to announce the renewal of the concession for Terminal Rinfuse Venezia (TRV) at Porto Marghera.
Mixed performance across the market
31 March 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
NORDEN expands capesize fleet
31 March 2025: NORDEN adds two newbuilding Capesize leases with purchase options
Panama Canal launches NetZero Slot
31 March 2025: Beginning October 5, 2025, the Panama Canal will implement the first phase of a weekly NetZero Slot for Neopanamax vessels that meet specific low-carbon emission requirements.
Second Bruks truck tipper order from Quebec paper mill
31 March 2025: Bruks Siwertell has received an order for a second Bruks truck tipper platform for Domtar’s Windsor paper mill in Quebec, Canada.
Rikon set to expand into MHC and STS markets
27 March 2025: RIKON’s big announcement for 2025 is that it is now interested in entering the markets for mobile harbour cranes (MHC), STS (ship-to-shore) cranes and shiploaders.
SENcon: the next-gen control system from SENNEBOGEN
27 March 2025: The new SENNEBOGEN control system SENcon creates the basis for the long-term technological further development of the machines through its intelligent networking and communication capability.
Follow up order for Bruks Tubulator in US
26 March 2025: Bruks Siwertell secures second air-supported Tubulator conveyor order from US operator
Icon Energy Corp. announces fleet expansion
26 March 2025: Icon Energy Corp. announces fleet expansion with and time charter contract for a 2020-Built, scrubber-fitted, eco, ultramax, dry bulk carrier.
New reclaiming system order for Bedeschi Australia
26 March 2025: Bedeschi has announced that Bedeschi Australia has won a new reclaiming system for Spodumene in the Western Australia (WA) region.
MOL deploys world's first ammonia-fueled Capesize bulkers
25 March 2025: MOL Deploys the World's First Ammonia-fueled Capesize Bulkers and Chemical Tankers
New grain terminal at Trois-Rivières
25 March 2025: Private sector operator G3 Canada is to build a new grain terminal at the Port of Trois-Rivières, in Quebec.
A week of slow erosion for the Panamax market.
24 March 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
INTERCARGO: “Seafarers must never become targets in conflicts”
24 March 2025: The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of four seafarers in the recent attack on a bulk carrier in Odesa on 11 March 2025.
Lloyd’s Register expands advisory services
24 March 2025: New global team of 150 experts will help the sector navigate decarbonisation and digitalisation challenges.
Chinese coal imports expected to fall 15%
21 March 2025: BIMCO: "We estimate that coal shipments to China will show a 15% fall y/y during the first quarter of 2025, reaching a three-year-low."
Steel corrosion increasing carbon emissions
21 March 2025: "Hidden environmental cost of steel corrosion threatens sustainabilty goals" says Germany-based corrosion specialist Steelpaint.
Cleveland Cascades to supply soda ash loading cascade system to Vancouver Port, Washington, USA.
20 March 2025: The cascade chute will be supplied to load Soda Ash up to 2,000 t/hr.
Fire Prevention and Management in Biomass and Bulk Materials Storage
20 March 2025:
Liebherr manufactures 2,000th LHM
20 March 2025: Marcegaglia’s latest acquisition, the LHM 600, marks a significant milestone as the 2,000th mobile harbour crane produced and delivered by Liebherr.
ALPINE awarded major contract by Westshore Terminals
19 March 2025: ALPINE, a global bulk materials handling OEM, has been awarded a major contract by Westshore Terminals for the design and supply of shiploaders and conveyors at Westshore in Delta, BC, Canada.
Transnet revolutionises belt cleaning at its flagship bulk terminal
19 March 2025: The largest port operator in South Africa, Transnet, has made a fresh investment to boost productivity at its flagship bulk handling terminal by switching to innovative CleanScrape® belt cleaners from Martin Engineering.
Algoma takes delivery of three vessels in one week
18 March 2025: Algoma Central Corporation has achieved a significant milestone, taking delivery of three new ships, from three different countries, within one week for the first time in Company history.
Barranqueras aims to boost dry bulk exports
18 March 2025: The Argentinean Port of Barranqueras believes that the recent export of three containers filled with charcoal is a highly significant move.
A positive week for the dry bulk sector
17 March 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Chilean Port of Arica to handle export minerals in rotainers
17 March 2025: These will allow concessionaire Impala Terminals to eliminate traffic build ups within the heart of the port by making exclusive use of a new facility in the outer harbour.
Port of Gdansk to upgrade bulk terminal
14 March 2025: The Port of Gdansk is upgrading its Inner Port bulk terminal to accommodate larger vessels.
Added value for all areas of materials handling
13 March 2025: bauma: Flexco Europe presents innovative solutions for belt conveyor systems.
Decarbonization influences bulk throughput at Hamburg
13 March 2025: For the Port of Hamburg, the year 2024 was marked by numerous geopolitical and economic challenges.
Innovative transshipment equipment by Liebherr-Rostock GmbH
13 March 2025: Liebherr-Rostock GmbH is renowned for its advanced transshipment solutions, including a range of high-performance, heavy-duty cranes designed for various applications.
Dry bulk trade growth: losing momentum?
12 March 2025: After another solid performance in the past twelve months, commodity import demand could slacken in the year ahead, tentative signs suggest.
New SENNEBOGEN 850 G Series with hybrid system
11 March 2025: More economical, faster, more comfortable - these are the keywords that can be used to describe the new generation of material handlers from SENNEBOGEN.
Bruks Siwertell secures new ship loader order from Sky Ports, Egypt
10 March 2025: The ship loader will play a pivotal role in supporting Egypt’s cement export industry, serving key markets in the Mediterranean, Africa, and beyond.
State-of-the-art cranes for new multipurpose terminal in Egypt
10 March 2025: AD Ports Group Prepares to Receive State-of-the-Art Panamax-Class Cranes for New Multipurpose Cargo Terminal in Safaga, Egypt
Strong start for Capesize market
10 March 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Record-breaking year in safety for ESL Shipping
07 March 2025: ESL Shipping achieved remarkable success in safety during the past year, notably reporting zero lost-time injuries throughout its entire operations.
Lauritzen Bulkers acquires Canadian shipping company
06 March 2025: Lauritzen Bulkers has acquired Alexander & Blake, a Canadian breakbulk and parcel shipping company.
Liverpool opens new deep water bulk berth
06 March 2025: A new deep water bulk berth has been opened at the Port of Liverpool which will give a major boost to the port’s cargo handling operations.
€300m for Klaipėda Port infrastructure
05 March 2025: More than EUR 300 million for Klaipeda Port infrastructure to strengthen the country’s economy and energy security.
Costamare Inc. announces spin-off of dry bulk business
05 March 2025: Costamare Inc. has announced its intent to spin-off the Company’s dry bulk business into a standalone company, Costamare Bulkers Holdings Limited.
Government invests $87.1 million in Trois-Rivières terminals development
04 March 2025: This project will support the aluminum and agri-food industries, which are key sectors of the Quebec and Canadian economies.
LR reports significant increase in biofuel usage to meet GHG reduction targets
03 March 2025: The latest Lloyd’s Register FOBAS Fuel Insight Report highlights rising biofuel uptake, ongoing issues with off-specification fuels and the impact of new regulatory measures.
Strong week for Capesize
03 March 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Closing the loop on FIBCs
28 February 2025: With its “Circular Packaging” concept, Austrian-based Starlinger & Co GmbH provides a circular and ecologically conscious system for flexible plastic packaging such as FIBCs.
Cleveland Cascades to Supply 2 x Cascade Chutes to Qatar
27 February 2025: Cleveland Cascades Ltd have accepted an order for 2 x identical systems to be supplied to Ras Laffan in Qatar.
North Sea Port looking for new terminal operators
27 February 2025: North Sea Port offers 34 hectares of port land at the former Bulk Terminal Zeeland company in Vlissingen.
Good year for Port of Koper
26 February 2025: The Luka Koper Group ended 2024 with good business results and 8% growth in general cargo.
Ukraine’s dry bulk shipments surge 87%
25 February 2025: While Ukraine has seen an 87% y/y jump in shipments, Russia’s have taken a 6% y/y fall.
Metso celebrates 40 years of Lokotrack mobile crushers
24 February 2025: This year marks a notable milestone for Metso as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking Lokotrack® mobile crushers.
Positive week across the sector
24 February 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Rotterdam throughput slightly decreased in 2024
24 February 2025: The decline in throughput is mainly due to lower coal and crude oil throughput.
The New SENNEBOGEN G Series
24 February 2025: The new 830 G is the most versatile material handler and is suitable for many applications and uses. With its modular design and an impressive reach of 17 meters.
FLSmidth to expand global service centre network
21 February 2025: FLSmidth to significantly expand its global service centre network in 2025, further strengthening its service offerings and customer proximity.
FleetguardFIT™ reduces service cost by 50% for Marine Customer
20 February 2025: FleetguardFIT™ is revolutionizing marine maintenance by extending service intervals, cutting costs, and improving operational efficiency.
Global iron ore shipments have fallen 7%
20 February 2025: Global iron ore shipments have fallen 7% y/y, during the first seven weeks of 2025, amid supply disruptions and weak Chinese import demand.
El Ferrol seeks coal alternatives
19 February 2025: The Spanish north-western port of Ferrol San Cibrao is having to face up to a future that no longer includes its most important traffic: coal, which is gradually being phased out...
Operational excellence underpins strong returns and investment in growth
18 February 2025: BHP releases financial results for the half year ended 31 December 2024.
Ports of Indiana ships second-highest annual tonnage
18 February 2025: Ports of Indiana shipped 13 million tons of cargo in 2024, the second-highest annual volume in the port authority’s 60-year history.
Unique export at Port of Esperance
18 February 2025: Southern Ports has again demonstrated its capability to adapt to trade requirements by exporting approximately 33,000 tonnes of sulphur from its Port of Esperance.
AAR weekly US rail traffic for the week ending 8 February 2025
17 February 2025: For this week, total US weekly rail traffic was 502 449 carloads and intermodal units, up 3.7% compared with the same week last year.
AD Ports reports another year of record results
17 February 2025: AD Ports Group has announced its preliminary unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending 31st December 2024.
Bahía Blanca reports recovery in grain exports
17 February 2025: Information released by Argentina’s Bahía Blanca Grain and Commodities Exchange (BCPBB) shows that the Port of Bahía Blanca greatly improved its exports last year.
Buoyant week for the Ultramax/Supramax sector
17 February 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Belgium's Katoen Natie invests in four all-electric Konecranes Gottwald MHC's
14 February 2025: Belgium's Katoen Natie invests in four all-electric Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes to modernize operations at the Port of Antwerp
New Konecranes MHC goes into operation in Sicily
13 February 2025: Duferco Terminal Mediterraneo in Sicily takes a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.6 mobile harbour crane into operation
Cooper Consolidated receives E-Crane's largest bulk cranes
12 February 2025: Cooper Consolidated, LLC is proud to announce the expansion of its bulk stevedoring fleet with the addition of two 4000C Series Equilibrium Cranes, the largest cranes built by E-crane.
Launch of the new Rulmeca website
12 February 2025: Innovation, Accessibility, and Tailored Support for Clients, Partners, and Suppliers
Major projects reduce traffic for Trois-Rivières
11 February 2025: Compared to 2023, this represents a decrease of 16.7%, which can be explained by the major works that began in the port in 2024.
North Sea Port and Canadian ports strengthen cooperation
11 February 2025: North Sea Port and Canadian ports work together on trade, innovation and energy transition
Mixed market signals
10 February 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Rocktree to acquire Atria to expand global footprint
07 February 2025: Combined company to service broad universe of commodities across dry and liquid bulk cargoes with operational and commercial presence spanning five continents
Vale, Louis Du Plessis
07 February 2025: RAM announces with great sadness the recent passing of their long-serving Technical Manager for Africa, Louis Du Plessis.
Alfa Laval to acquire NRG Marine
06 February 2025: Alfa Laval to acquire NRG Marine to offer innovative ultrasonic anti-fouling solutions to its customers.
Cleveland Cascades Chute System Health Checks
06 February 2025: Cleveland Cascades have been supporting existing customers with Chute System health checks.
Maputo reports 30.9mt in 2024
05 February 2025: Port of Maputo demonstrates resilience with 30.9 million tons in 2024 and increases level of contribution to the Government
PTBA coal sales reach 42.9mt in 2024
05 February 2025: Record Achievement, Bukit Asam (PTBA) Coal Sales Reach 42.9 Million Tons in 2024
AD Ports starts operations in Luanda, Angola
04 February 2025: AD Ports Group Starts Port and Logistics Operations in Luanda, Angola
Infrastructure projects help propel HOPA to 11.5mt per year
04 February 2025: In 2024, a total of 11,463,906 MT moved through the Port of Hamilton, Port of Oshawa and the Thorold Multimodal Hub
Lagging iron ore offsets export surge for Duluth
04 February 2025: Total waterborne tonnage through the Port of Duluth-Superior declined 6.8 percent compared to the 2023 season, finishing the 2024 navigation season at 29.6 million short tons.
Lethargic week for shipping
04 February 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
RIKON enters Latvia's top 20 largest exporters
03 February 2025: JSC RIKON has proudly secured a place among the top twenty largest exporters of the Republic of Latvia.
Rosyth’s multimillion investment in haulage equipment
31 January 2025: Scotland’s largest agricultural products hub (“agri-hub”) at the Port of Rosyth has made a further major investment in specialist haulage equipment.
Liebherr delivers LHM 550 to Port of Tilbury
30 January 2025: Sitting on the north bank of the River Thames, the Port of Tilbury has expanded its fleet with its third LHM 550 mobile harbour crane from Liebherr Great Britain.
New transshipment order for Bedeschi
29 January 2025: The new floating terminal is planned to operate in the mining area of Kalimantan and all the Far East Oceans.
Strong year for Klaipėda Port
29 January 2025: In 2024 Klaipeda Port saw growing cargo handling, new records and increased market share.
New Bruks ship loader for Long Beach
28 January 2025: Bruks Siwertell has won an order to deliver a new Bruks ship loader to the US Port of Long Beach, California.
TAKRAF Group awarded new contract for conveying system for Collahuasi mine in Chile
28 January 2025:
Poor week for shipping sector
27 January 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange.
AD Ports to invest in grain terminal in Kuryk Port, Kazakhstan
23 January 2025: AD Ports Group to invest in Greenfield Sarzha Grain Terminal in Kuryk Port Kazakhstan.
World’s largest bulk export port chooses Konecranes
22 January 2025: Pilbara Ports in Western Australia has ordered two ESP.9 Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes for the Port of Port Hedland – the world’s largest bulk export port by tonnage.
BHP Operational Review 2024
21 January 2025: Strong underlying operational performance, with copper production up 10%
E-Crane Demo Days!
21 January 2025: In 2025, E-Crane will mark its 35th anniversary, and to celebrate, the latest generation 700B-Series will embark on a roadshow, showcasing its capabilities across various locations in Europe and the USA.
A mixed and challenging week
20 January 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
SENNEBOGEN ships eight large machines by barge
20 January 2025: Focusing on CO2 reduction, SENNEBOGEN has successfully loaded eight large machines onto a barge to transport them by water from Straubing via Antwerp to Charleston, South Carolina.
AAR weekly rail traffic report week ending January 11, 2025
17 January 2025: The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported rail traffic for the week ending January 11, 2025.
Dry bulk remains strong for North Sea Port
16 January 2025: Dry bulk increased again (+2.1%) and continues to account for more than half (54%) of all transhipment (35.9 million tons).
User experience's role in Improving efficiency in dry bulk and conventional shipping
16 January 2025:
Industry pays tribute to outgoing INTERCARGO Chairman
15 January 2025: Dry Bulk Industry Pays Tribute to Outgoing INTERCARGO Chairman Dimitri Fafalios
Norwegian Electric Systems to equip eight Wilson bulk carriers
15 January 2025: Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) has been contracted to deliver the power system to eight newbuild bulk carriers that Udupi Cochin Shipyard is constructing for dry cargo shipping group Wilson.
Humber proposals for major logistics hub expansion
14 January 2025: ABP’s proposals for its major port expansion site in the Humber
Rhenus major shareholder of Bulk Cargo Terminal, Szczecin.
13 January 2025: The acquisition will pave the way for Rhenus to continue to develop its activities in Szczecin.
Turbulent start to 2025
13 January 2025: Weekly shipping update from The Baltic Exchange
Itaqui celebrates largest ever fertiliser discharge
10 January 2025: In December, the Brazilian Port of Itaqui made history, discharging its largest ever shipment of fertiliser, which took place at Berth 99.
Manta consolidates position in key dry bulk market
09 January 2025: According to the Port of Manta, in Ecuador, Manta Port Terminal (TPM) has become a key regional facility in the discharge of bulk cargo.
Berge Bulk & BHP Launch Iron Ore Voyages Using 100% Biodiesel
07 January 2025: Berge Bulk and BHP have joined forces to pioneer an iron ore voyage from Australia to China powered entirely by B100 biodiesel.
Carbon reducing upgrade at Berrima Cement Works
06 January 2025: Berrima Cement Works upgraded carbon-reducing technology officially opens
INTERCARGO releases annual review
02 January 2025: INTERCARGO Annual Review Details Progress in Safety, Sustainability and Growth