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Germany blocks Cosco’s acquisition of logistics firm Zippel over security concerns
The blocked deal underscores how logistics infrastructure has become a frontline in Europe’s evolving approach to economic security
Hormuz reopening to free 300,000 teu but rate impact still hinges on Red Sea return
Carriers seem in no rush to restore normal MEG services amid upcoming strait reopening, with analysts expecting freight rates to stay firm in near term
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UK P&I Club and TT Club merger secures member backing
United Transport Mutual to succeed Thomas Miller as manager
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Record Arctic boxship traffic fails to thaw opposition from big carriers
Record Arctic container traffic is being driven by Chinese and South Korean operators pursuing shorter, strategically attractive routes, but major liner carriers remain unconvinced the Northern Sea Route can overcome its environmental, operational and commercial constraints
September ship recycling rises marginally, with old tankers dominating arrivals
Expectations that the third quarter would bring a significant increase in recycling supply failed to materialise, despite strong demand from recycling yards
Battery-powered fleet expands as deepsea sector awaits breakthrough
Despite rapid progress, fully electric deepsea cargo ships remain technically and commercially difficult as energy requirements would require batteries occupying substantial cargo space, while ports would need vastly larger charging infrastructure
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Red Sea container transits hit post-crisis high as carriers accelerate return
Lloyd’s List Intelligence data shows Bab el Mandeb transits at their highest since the crisis began, as the industry’s Cape detour unwinds faster than expected
The week in newbuildings: Seaspan enters big bulk sector with Vale-linked ore carrier order
Seaspan’s latest orders continue its diversification programme beyond its traditional containership business
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September ship recycling rises marginally, with old tankers dominating arrivals
Expectations that the third quarter would bring a significant increase in recycling supply failed to materialise, despite strong demand from recycling yards
Germany blocks Cosco’s acquisition of logistics firm Zippel over security concerns
The blocked deal underscores how logistics infrastructure has become a frontline in Europe’s evolving approach to economic security
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UK P&I Club and TT Club merger secures member backing
United Transport Mutual to succeed Thomas Miller as manager
Record Arctic boxship traffic fails to thaw opposition from big carriers
Record Arctic container traffic is being driven by Chinese and South Korean operators pursuing shorter, strategically attractive routes, but major liner carriers remain unconvinced the Northern Sea Route can overcome its environmental, operational and commercial constraints
September ship recycling rises marginally, with old tankers dominating arrivals
Expectations that the third quarter would bring a significant increase in recycling supply failed to materialise, despite strong demand from recycling yards
Green transition cannot hinge on making shipping more expensive, says Maltese minister
Standards are needed that are not only global but are workable too, says Chris Bonett, island’s minister of Sustainable Mobility
Germany blocks Cosco’s acquisition of logistics firm Zippel over security concerns
The blocked deal underscores how logistics infrastructure has become a frontline in Europe’s evolving approach to economic security
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