Stena Line Ports Ventspils JSC in Latvia has taken delivery of its first electric Konecranes Gottwald ESP.7 Mobile Harbor Crane. The crane was ordered in mid-2024, arrived at the Port of Ventspils in Q1 2025 and is now in operation. Located in western Latvia, the Port of Ventspils is a key Baltic hub for trade
Technology provider Wärtsilä has been contracted to supply integrated hybrid propulsion systems for four newbuild 10,700 DWT geared tween decker vessels being constructed for Dutch shipping firm Vertom Group. The move is part of Vertom’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet and transition toward more sustainable maritime operations. The hybrid propulsion package will include Wärtsilä’s
The Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd (PBPL) has launched Vision 2060, a long-term strategic framework aimed at transforming the port into a hub of innovation, sustainability, and connectivity. The plan sets out a clear path for the port’s development over the next 35 years, aligning with Queensland’s economic growth and global trade evolution. Unveiled by
CMA CGM, a global leader in shipping and logistics, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening maritime ties with India following a high-level meeting with Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), at the Group’s global headquarters in Marseille. The visit, held on June 12, builds on momentum generated by
Magenta Mobility has announced the appointment of Nand Kumar Sharma as Head – Charging Infrastructure & Projects. With over two decades of experience in infrastructure and operations, Sharma will drive the company’s nationwide strategy and execution across Real Estate, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), and Operations to accelerate the growth of Magenta’s EV charging ecosystem.
Nor-Shipping 2025 provided a pivotal platform for DNV to reinforce its longstanding partnership with India and explore new avenues for collaboration in the country’s rapidly evolving maritime landscape. The event saw key engagements and strategic announcements that underscored DNV’s commitment to supporting India’s maritime ambitions. During the week, DNV Group President and CEO Remi Eriksen
GEODIS has released its 2024 Activity and Sustainability Report, offering a comprehensive overview of the Group’s operational achievements and progress toward its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. Structured in three sections, the report outlines the logistics provider’s performance over the past year, with a focus on strategic planning and responsible growth. The first section
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has released a detailed report analyzing the outcomes of a successful ship-to-ship liquid ammonia transfer pilot conducted in September 2024. The trial, held 20 nautical miles off the coast of Port Dampier, Western Australia, marks a significant step forward in exploring ammonia’s potential as a zero-carbon marine fuel.
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has officially added a new vessel to its growing fleet with the naming of ONE Singapore, the sixth in a series of 20 methanol- and ammonia-ready container ships. The naming ceremony was held at the Hiroshima Shipyard operated by Imabari Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., underscoring ONE’s continued investment in future-ready and sustainable
The city of Hamburg turned yellow over the weekend as Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) hosted its largest-ever public event to commemorate its growing partnership with the Port of Hamburg. The MSC Yellow Festival, held on Saturday, 14 June 2025, brought together more than 100,000 attendees for a day of music, maritime education, and the naming