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Europe’s flagship France–Italy rolling highway remains offline despite the Fréjus rail reopening, as funding disputes and EU state aid rules block a restart. The delay is reshaping #Alpine freight flows. #railfreight #intermodal #logistics #projectcargo
Alpine Rolling Highway Stalls Indefinitely as Funding Dispute Keeps France–Italy Rail Link Offline
Europe’s flagship France–Italy rolling highway remains offline despite the Fréjus rail reopening, as funding disputes and EU state aid rules block a restart. The delay is reshaping #Alpine freight flows. #railfreight #intermodal #logistics #projectcargo
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December 16, 2025 at 7:01 PM
China hits its 2025 growth target, but the 5% GDP masks a deep divide: surging exports vs. a collapsing property sector. Can Beijing’s pivot to “economic security” sustain resilience, or is this the calm before the storm? #ChinaEconomy #GlobalTrade #PropertySlump #GDPGrowth #EconomicSecurity
China’s 2025 Growth Mirage: How a 5% GDP Masked the Deepest Economic Divide in Decades
China hits its 2025 growth target, but the 5% GDP masks a deep divide: surging exports vs. a collapsing property sector. Can Beijing’s pivot to “economic security” sustain resilience, or is this the calm before the storm? #ChinaEconomy #GlobalTrade #PropertySlump #GDPGrowth #EconomicSecurity
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December 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM
The UN has cleared the way for negotiable cargo documents beyond shipping, aiming to unlock trade finance and speed multimodal logistics as states weigh adoption later this year. #UNCITRAL #tradefinance #multimodal #logistics #digitization
UN Moves to Unlock Trade Finance Beyond Bills of Lading With New Global Cargo Document Rules
The UN has cleared the way for negotiable cargo documents beyond shipping, aiming to unlock trade finance and speed multimodal logistics as states weigh adoption later this year. #UNCITRAL #tradefinance #multimodal #logistics #digitization
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December 16, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Europe’s €601 million clean transport funding push is moving from decision to delivery, forcing #ports, #carriers, and #logistics operators to align fast as #AFIF projects roll out across #TEN_T corridors. #maritime #projectcargo
€601 Million, 70 Projects: Why Europe’s Port and Transport Operators Are Rushing to Plug Into AFIF Funding Now
Europe’s €601 million clean transport funding push is moving from decision to delivery, forcing #ports, #carriers, and #logistics operators to align fast as #AFIF projects roll out across #TEN_T corridors. #maritime #projectcargo
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December 16, 2025 at 11:13 AM
A Challenge Airlines Boeing 747 freighter dumped fuel over Belgium after a gear warning forced a return to Liège Airport, briefly disrupting cargo flows and spotlighting safety protocols at a key European #aircargo hub. #logistics #aviation #supplychain
Fuel Dump Over Liège Tests Cargo Hub Resilience After 747 Freighter Emergency
A Challenge Airlines Boeing 747 freighter dumped fuel over Belgium after a gear warning forced a return to Liège Airport, briefly disrupting cargo flows and spotlighting safety protocols at a key European #aircargo hub. #logistics #aviation #supplychain
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December 16, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Western Bulk teams up with Norwegian partners to acquire the 81,601 DWT Kamsarmax Western Egda, marking a strategic return to ship ownership. Discover how data and collaboration are reshaping dry bulk logistics. #WesternBulk #ShipOwnership #Kamsarmax #DryBulk #MaritimeLogistics
Western Bulk’s Strategic Return to Ship Ownership: 81,601 DWT Kamsarmax Joins Fleet with Norwegian Partners
Western Bulk teams up with Norwegian partners to acquire the 81,601 DWT Kamsarmax Western Egda, marking a strategic return to ship ownership. Discover how data and collaboration are reshaping dry bulk logistics. #WesternBulk #ShipOwnership #Kamsarmax #DryBulk #MaritimeLogistics
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December 16, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Union Maritime is fitting #RotorSails from #Anemoi on new chemical tankers in China, aiming to beat #IMO2030 emissions targets as #windpropulsion gains traction as a near-term decarbonisation tool. #shipping #maritime
Union Maritime Bets on Rotor Sails as Chemical Tankers Race to Meet IMO 2030 Targets
Union Maritime is fitting #RotorSails from #Anemoi on new chemical tankers in China, aiming to beat #IMO2030 emissions targets as #windpropulsion gains traction as a near-term decarbonisation tool. #shipping #maritime
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December 16, 2025 at 9:58 AM
A 2025 logistics year defined by tariffs, Red Sea diversions, overcapacity, and rapid regulation. Shippers gained pricing power, carriers faced margin squeeze, and inland networks stabilized—yet driver shortages, tech acceleration, and sustainability compliance reshaped strategies for 2026.,
[Report] From Disruption to Design: How 2025 Remade Global Logistics
A 2025 logistics year defined by tariffs, Red Sea diversions, overcapacity, and rapid regulation. Shippers gained pricing power, carriers faced margin squeeze, and inland networks stabilized—yet driver shortages, tech acceleration, and sustainability compliance reshaped strategies for 2026.,
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December 16, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Four nuclear steam generators on the move. #Mammoet executes a zero tolerance transport at Germany’s Unterweser plant, highlighting the growing complexity of #nucleardecommissioning, #heavylift, #projectcargo, and #SPMT operations with #PreussenElektra and #OranoNCS.
Moving Nuclear Giants: Inside Mammoet’s High Stakes Steam Generator Transport in Germany
Four nuclear steam generators on the move. #Mammoet executes a zero tolerance transport at Germany’s Unterweser plant, highlighting the growing complexity of #nucleardecommissioning, #heavylift, #projectcargo, and #SPMT operations with #PreussenElektra and #OranoNCS.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Jan De Nul completes a high stakes offshore cable campaign at #DolWinKappa, unlocking 660 MW for #TenneT and #Nordseecluster wind farms. A critical milestone for #OffshoreEnergy, #SubseaCables, and North Sea grid resilience.Jan De Nul completes a high stakes offshore cable campaign at #DolWinKappa,…
660 MW at Stake: Jan De Nul Wraps Critical 2025 Cable Campaign at TenneT’s DolWin Kappa Hub
Jan De Nul completes a high stakes offshore cable campaign at #DolWinKappa, unlocking 660 MW for #TenneT and #Nordseecluster wind farms. A critical milestone for #OffshoreEnergy, #SubseaCables, and North Sea grid resilience.Jan De Nul completes a high stakes offshore cable campaign at #DolWinKappa, unlocking 660 MW for #TenneT and #Nordseecluster wind farms. A critical milestone for #OffshoreEnergy, #SubseaCables, and North Sea grid resilience.
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December 15, 2025 at 1:54 PM
WFS expands its #AirCargo footprint after signing a major multi station deal with #SaudiaCargo across eight airports in Europe and the US, underscoring the growing importance of reliable #GroundHandling and network resilience.
Eight Airports, One Deal: How WFS Secures a Strategic Cargo Foothold for Saudia Cargo Across Europe and the US
WFS expands its #AirCargo footprint after signing a major multi station deal with #SaudiaCargo across eight airports in Europe and the US, underscoring the growing importance of reliable #GroundHandling and network resilience.
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December 15, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Ocean Infinity completes its 14 vessel Armada fleet, turning a five year robotics vision into reality. A major signal for #OffshoreTechnology #RoboticsAtSea #OceanInfinity and CEO #OliverPlunkett as subsea operations shift toward remote control.
Ocean Infinity Closes a Five Year Bet on Robotics With Final Armada Vessel Delivery
Ocean Infinity completes its 14 vessel Armada fleet, turning a five year robotics vision into reality. A major signal for #OffshoreTechnology #RoboticsAtSea #OceanInfinity and CEO #OliverPlunkett as subsea operations shift toward remote control.
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December 15, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Navios Maritime Partners reshapes its leadership under #AngelikiFrangou, creating a new Office of the Chairwoman and appointing #AnnaKalathakis as President. A strategic reset for #shipping, #maritime governance, and #capital discipline.
Navios Redraws the Power Map: Why Angeliki Frangou’s Leadership Overhaul Signals a High Stakes Shift
Navios Maritime Partners reshapes its leadership under #AngelikiFrangou, creating a new Office of the Chairwoman and appointing #AnnaKalathakis as President. A strategic reset for #shipping, #maritime governance, and #capital discipline.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Europe’s largest port deepens its role in climate action as the Port of Rotterdam joins the Global Maritime Forum. What does this mean for #MaritimeDecarbonisation #Ports #Logistics #ChristianJacobHansen #BerteSimons?
Why Rotterdam Port Joins the Global Maritime Forum as Decarbonisation Pressure Mounts
Europe’s largest port deepens its role in climate action as the Port of Rotterdam joins the Global Maritime Forum. What does this mean for #MaritimeDecarbonisation #Ports #Logistics #ChristianJacobHansen #BerteSimons?
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December 15, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Ports are under pressure to prove emissions cuts with hard data. #PortXchange wins a European Green Award as #EmissionInsider reshapes #PortDecarbonisation, #Sustainability, and #MaritimeTechnology across global port communities.
Why Ports Are Racing for Emissions Data and How PortXchange Just Set a New Benchmark
Ports are under pressure to prove emissions cuts with hard data. #PortXchange wins a European Green Award as #EmissionInsider reshapes #PortDecarbonisation, #Sustainability, and #MaritimeTechnology across global port communities.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Malta sends a strong signal to global shipping as #EmanueleGrimaldi receives the National Order of Merit. A rare state honour highlighting #MaltaShipping, #MaritimeLeadership, and the growing political weight of the global shipping industry.
Malta’s Maritime Influence Meets State Honours as Emanuele Grimaldi Receives National Order of Merit
Malta sends a strong signal to global shipping as #EmanueleGrimaldi receives the National Order of Merit. A rare state honour highlighting #MaltaShipping, #MaritimeLeadership, and the growing political weight of the global shipping industry.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:49 AM
The #PortofAmsterdam backs the Wennink Report, warning that weak #infrastructure threatens Dutch #competitiveness, #energysecurity, and #logistics resilience. Without urgent investment in grids, hydrogen networks, and port assets, strategic autonomy remains out of reach.
Dutch Competitiveness at Risk as Port of Amsterdam Warns Infrastructure Gaps Threaten Energy Security
The #PortofAmsterdam backs the Wennink Report, warning that weak #infrastructure threatens Dutch #competitiveness, #energysecurity, and #logistics resilience. Without urgent investment in grids, hydrogen networks, and port assets, strategic autonomy remains out of reach.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:37 AM
#ICTSI commits R$948m to expand Rio Brasil Terminal, boosting capacity 70% and easing pressure on #Santos. New cranes, bigger ships, and automation position #RioDeJaneiro as a strategic #Brazil logistics hub.
R$948 Million Bet on Rio: ICTSI Moves to Relieve Santos Congestion and Capture Brazil’s Next Container Surge
#ICTSI commits R$948m to expand Rio Brasil Terminal, boosting capacity 70% and easing pressure on #Santos. New cranes, bigger ships, and automation position #RioDeJaneiro as a strategic #Brazil logistics hub.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:18 AM
The Crown Estate just pumped £13M into 16 offshore wind projects—can they fix the UK’s supply chain crunch before it’s too late? From floating construction hubs to marine-friendly scour protection, these innovations could unlock £2.2B and 3,000 jobs. #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #UKPorts…
£13M Crown Estate Boost: Will Blyth, Eyemouth, and 14 Other Ports Save UK Offshore Wind?
The Crown Estate just pumped £13M into 16 offshore wind projects—can they fix the UK’s supply chain crunch before it’s too late? From floating construction hubs to marine-friendly scour protection, these innovations could unlock £2.2B and 3,000 jobs. #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #UKPorts #CrownEstate #SupplyChain
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December 15, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Jumbo Offshore secures two new transition piece contracts as offshore wind installation capacity tightens. #JumboOffshore #OffshoreWind #TransitionPieces #HeavyLift #MiladSheikhi
Jumbo Offshore Secures Dual TP Contracts as Offshore Wind Installation Capacity Tightens
Jumbo Offshore secures two new transition piece contracts as offshore wind installation capacity tightens. #JumboOffshore #OffshoreWind #TransitionPieces #HeavyLift #MiladSheikhi
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December 12, 2025 at 2:56 PM
CMA CGM names the methanol fueled CMA CGM ANTIGONE as pressure mounts on carriers to decarbonise core trade lanes. #CMACGM #Methanol #Shipping #EnergyTransition #Maritime #ANTIGONE
CMA CGM Adds Methanol Power to Asia–Med Trade as Energy Transition Pressure Mounts
CMA CGM names the methanol fueled CMA CGM ANTIGONE as pressure mounts on carriers to decarbonise core trade lanes. #CMACGM #Methanol #Shipping #EnergyTransition #Maritime #ANTIGONE
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December 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Spliethoff Group launches a next generation MARIN simulator in Manila, reshaping #maritimetraining for #heavylift and #DP2 operations with insights from #SpliethoffGroup and Ambassador #MarielleGeraedts
Why Spliethoff Is Betting on Simulation to De Risk Heavy Lift Operations Before Crews Ever Go to Sea
Spliethoff Group launches a next generation MARIN simulator in Manila, reshaping #maritimetraining for #heavylift and #DP2 operations with insights from #SpliethoffGroup and Ambassador #MarielleGeraedts
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December 12, 2025 at 2:20 PM
MOL PLUS makes its first India VC move, backing Theia Ventures as 157000 startups reshape energy, deep tech, and logistics. #MOLPLUS #MOL #IndiaStartups #PriyaShah #EnergyTransition
Why MOL PLUS Is Making Its First India VC Bet as 157000 Startups Reshape Global Maritime and Energy Markets
MOL PLUS makes its first India VC move, backing Theia Ventures as 157000 startups reshape energy, deep tech, and logistics. #MOLPLUS #MOL #IndiaStartups #PriyaShah #EnergyTransition
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December 12, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Maersk appoints Robert Erni as CFO as Patrick Jany exits after six years. A critical leadership shift for #Maersk as #logistics, #shipping, and #supplychain finance enter a more disciplined, post-volatility era.
Maersk Hands Over the Financial Helm as Robert Erni Steps In During a Pivotal Reset for Global Logistics
Maersk appoints Robert Erni as CFO as Patrick Jany exits after six years. A critical leadership shift for #Maersk as #logistics, #shipping, and #supplychain finance enter a more disciplined, post-volatility era.
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December 12, 2025 at 9:43 AM