Ports and Logistics
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Ship prang brings operations to a standstill at one of the world’s largest manganese mines
Operations at a mine in the north of Australia were suspended yesterday after a Cypriot-flagged bulk carrier, buffeted by strong…
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Yang Ming boxship takes out three cranes in Turkey
A 14,000 teu Yang Ming containership knocked out three giant quay cranes at a Turkish port on Saturday. One crane…
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DP World to build logistics centre in Busan
Terminal operator DP World has announced a $50m investment to develop a new logistics centre in Busan New Port, strengthening…
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Maersk studies possible DB Schenker acquisition
After DHL withdrew last week from the battle for one of the largest acquisitions in the global logistics industry, Maersk…
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ZPMC responds to American cybersecurity concerns
The world’s largest port crane manufacturer, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC), has denied claims from US politicians that its equipment…
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US probe finds questionable communications equipment on Chinese-built cranes
A US congressional probe has found questionable communications equipment on Chinese-built ship-to-shore cranes at American ports including cellular modems that…
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CMA CGM drops Wincanton pursuit
French carrier CMA CGM has decided to drop its bid for British logistics firm Wincanton amid a rival takeover bid.…
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NYK unveils how it plans to get its car carriers to comply with new Californian emissions rules
A giant black pipe will be inserted into the funnels of Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) car carriers calling at ports…
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Sastry rebrands Arise Shipping & Logistics
Arise Shipping & Logistics has rebranded as Adhira Shipping and Logistics (ASL) following the full takeover of the company by…
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CMA CGM wraps up $5.2bn Bolloré Logistics acquisition
French liner CMA CGM has completed the acquisition of family-run conglomerate Bolloré Logistics for €4.85bn ($5.25bn). The Bolloré Group said…
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The Chinese digital octopus spreading its tentacles through smart port ambitions
Andre Wheeler carries a warning today about China’s LOGINK digital platform. As the world of shipping has moved towards smart…
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Rotterdam World Gateway terminal to provide shore-based power for all vessels
Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) container terminal has decided to equip its entire quayside with shore-based power for all vessels. The…
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US logistics firm GXO tops CMA CGM’s offer for Wincanton
The bidding war for UK logistics player Wincanton is heating up, with US-based warehousing firm GXO Logistics surpassing an offer…
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Biden administration announces $3bn clean ports investment
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the launch of a $3bn clean ports program to fund zero-emission port…
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NYK acquires UK logistics company
Japan’s Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has bought Noel Topco, a UK-based holding company of 10 companies, including Global Freight Solutions…
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Missiles hit stranded Turkish ship in Ukraine
A Turkey-flagged general cargo vessel, that has been stranded for more than two years in Ukraine was struck by missiles…
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Port of Antwerp-Bruges to pay more than $44m in DP World concession dispute
The port of Antwerp-Bruges will have to pay €41.3m ($44.7m) plus costs and interest to DP World under a ruling…
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CMA CGM raises its bid for UK logistics firm Wincanton
French carrier CMA CGM has increased its offer to buy Wincanton to about $766m in cash as the UK logistics…
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Biden to replace Chinese-made cranes at all American ports
Election year in the US with hysteria growing by the day about a more strident China has seen the White…
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Urgent expansion underway at Romania’s top port
One of Europe’s fast growing ports is embarking on an urgent dredging programme to accommodate the spillover from the ongoing…
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