2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (119+ words) Container News Sinotrans, part of China Merchants Energy Shipping, has placed orders for 12 containerships across three affiliated shipyards. Deliveries are set to begin in 2027, as reported by Dyna Liners. The orders are split into three batches. Four vessels of 8, 200 TEU…...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago  (201+ words) NFI has expanded its e Commerce network with a new fulfillment operation in Eastvale, California. The new facility strengthens NFI's bi-coastal fulfillment strategy and supports the growth of an apparel customer on the US West Coast. NFI said the Eastvale…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago  (270+ words) The latest Drewry World Container Index (WCI) increased 6% this week to US$2, 712 per 40ft container, marking the third consecutive weekly rise in freight rates. The increase was mainly driven by stronger Asia-Europe spot rates ahead of the early peak season. Freight…...

3+ day, 16+ hour ago  (188+ words) SAAM Towage has signed an agreement with Sanmar Shipyards for the construction of five new tugboats. The vessels form part of SAAM Towage's fleet renewal and investment strategy through 2030. SAAM said the new tugs will gradually join its fleet and…...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago  (142+ words) Cavotec has launched Power Acc ESS, a new battery Energy Storage System (ESS) designed to support the electrification of port crane operations. The modular and mobile system provides zero-emission power for RTG cranes during block changes and can replace traditional…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (228+ words) DHL Supply Chain has started construction of a new European Battery Logistics Hub in Holtum, the Netherlands. The new facility will provide 17, 000 square meters of storage and service space for high-voltage batteries. The site will connect directly with DHL Supply…...

3+ day, 10+ hour ago  (217+ words) SRC Group has formed a strategic partnership with Energy Transfer to deliver fully electric, high-efficiency heat pump solutions to the maritime sector, targeting reductions in capital expenditure, operating costs and emissions-related compliance costs for shipowners. The system replaces oil-fired boilers…...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago  (238+ words) Everllence reported continued market demand for its Mk10. 7 two-stroke engine platform as shipowners seek more flexibility in fuel choices and decarbonisation strategies. The Mk10. 7 platform supports conventional fuel operation as well as dual-fuel configurations for methanol and methane. Everllence said the modular…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (143+ words) Fincantieri and Teijin Automotive Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop advanced composite bulkheads for maritime vessels. The bulkheads will use an advanced composite material patented by Aeronautical Service. The company is already working with Aeronautical Service on…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (184+ words) ABS has launched the ABS Sea Tech Innovation Exchange, creating two maritime technology centers in Athens and Houston. The initiative aims to strengthen maritime innovation and expand cooperation between the Greek and US shipping sectors. ABS said the new Exchange…...