DP World's climate promise 
DP World has joined the First Movers Coalition (FMC) and committed to powering at least 5% of its short-sea shipping with zero-emission fuels by 2030. The FMC, led by the World Economic Forum and the US government, targets decarbonisation in hard-to-abate sectors like shipping,... plus
Hydrogen tech at Valencia port
Valencia's port is pioneering hydrogen technology in Europe by introducing the world's first hydrogen powered reachstacker and 4×4 terminal tractor. This marks a significant step in the H2 Ports project, which aims to implement hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in ports.... plus
Long Beach's eco milestone
The Port of Long Beach has introduced a fleet of 33 zero-emission, battery-electric yard tractors, replacing traditional gasoline and diesel models. This deployment, the largest on the West Coast, is part of the sustainable terminals accelerating regional transformation... plus
Bulgarian ports gain an ally
Hapag-Lloyd, a global logistics company, recently inaugurated new offices in Bulgaria - specifically in the port city of Varna and the capital, Sofia. This expansion leverages Bulgaria's strategic position in the Balkans and its growing economy, which has seen significant... plus
Cut carbon emissions with ‘Sea Alternative’
Bolloré Logistics has introduced 'Sea Alternative,' a solution aimed at reducing ocean shipping's carbon footprint through the use of biofuel, aligning with International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations that target a 70% reduction in ocean freight CO2 emissions by 2050... plus
Gas specialist powers Purus’ new fleet
The Wärtsilä Corporation has secured a contract to provide Cargo Handling Systems (CHS) with four new medium gas carrier vessels, with a 45,000 cbm capacity each, being built for UK and Singapore-based Purus. These ships, under construction at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD) in... plus
Coup d’éclat à Hambourg 
En cette période de grands bouleversements au port de Hambourg un pilote quitte le navire. Les ports du nord perdent du terrain depuis plusieurs années comparé aux ports de l’ouest. À un grand nombre de questions non résolues concernant l’infrastructure portuaire s’ajoutent une... plus
Energy shock easing, according to RWI / ISL
The RWI / ISL Container Throughput Index, a measure of global trade activity, decreased slightly in October to a seasonally-adjusted 125 points. This slight decline follows a period of recovery from the impacts of energy price shocks. Chinese ports experienced minor... plus
Carriers face post-boom dip
In Q3/2023, major shipping lines experienced significant year-on-year revenue declines, with the least contraction being –51.8%. This downturn aligns with pre-pandemic levels when viewed against 2019 figures, however, suggesting the recent declines are a correction from the... plus
Konecranes tech elevates Steveco
Steveco Oy, a Finnish stevedoring company, has initiated operations with the new sixth generation Konecranes Gottwald ESP.8 mobile harbour crane at its ro-ro terminal in HaminaKotka, southern Finland. This upgrade is part of their ongoing efforts to modernise equipment,... plus