Lufthansa Cargo sees profits improve in Q3
Lufthansa’s logistics division reported rising revenues and operating profits in the third quarter of the year as capacity was added and yields were on the up. The division, which includes Lufthansa Cargo, time:matters, Jettainer, HeyWorld and a 50% stake in AeroLogic, saw third-quarter revenues increase 16% year on year to €782m, while operating profit (ebit) […]
Polar fraud defendant changes plea to guilty
The Polar Air Cargo fraud case has reached a breakthrough point with the decision by the last defendant accused of taking part in the scheme to plead guilty instead of going to trial. Skye Xu was scheduled for trial on October 28, but has now changed his plea to guilty, reported ch-aviation. Xu is due […]
Innovations in Container Design for Enhanced Durability and Efficiency
Photo by frank mckenna on Unsplash Shipping containers have evolved significantly from their original role as basic cargo carriers. These versatile steel structures, known for their sturdy build and standardized sizes, have become icons of modern engineering creativity. Today, they transport goods worldwide and serve as the foundation for innovative architectural projects, like container homes, […]
Port of Melbourne appoints new Chair
Port of Melbourne announced Debbie Goodin’s appointment as the new independent Chair of its Board of Directors, effective 1 March 2025. With over 30 years of senior management experience in both the public and private sectors, Goodin is able to navigate complex business landscapes, with a strong focus on corporate governance and a commitment to […]
AD Ports launches eco-friendly unmanned survey vessel
SAFEEN Subsea, part of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, has introduced SAFEEN Green, an advanced unmanned surface vessel (USV) engineered to transform marine survey and inspection practices. This cutting-edge vessel delivers commercial-grade geophysical data with outstanding operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. SAFEEN Green marks a substantial step forward in subsea services, as it […]
ACT Burgas experiences upgrade projects
BMF Port Burgas, the private operator of the ‘Burgas East-2’ and ‘Burgas West’ terminals in Burgas Bay on the Black Sea, is actively expanding its Container Terminal ACT Burgas. Through investments in cutting-edge equipment and technology, BMF Port Burgas is boosting capacity, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring its operations align with the highest standards among European […]
A deep dive into LPG air mixers: technology and applications
As the price of natural gas (NG) continues rising, many are looking for alternatives. One of the best options is to use LPG air mixers. These are systems that can create a mixture of LPG and air. The ratio of each component varies with what you are trying to achieve. This can be used as […]
Port of Long Beach announces partial closure of Carrack Avenue
Starting on 4 November, a section of Carrack Avenue in the Port of Long Beach will be closed for eight months to facilitate the relocation of utilities as part of the Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility construction, known as “America’s Green Gateway.” This US$1.5 billion project aims to significantly boost cargo flow efficiency and […]
Overflow during bunkering causes another oil spill in Singapore
Another oil spill has happened in Singapore. Approximately 5 tonnes of fuel oil flowed into the waters while Ines Corrado, a 2012-built Bahamas-flagged Kamsarmax bulk carrier owned by Turkey’s Gestion Maritime, was being bunkered on 28 October. Vessel-tracking data from S&P Global showed that Ines Corrado had stopped in Singapore for bunkering, while sailing from […]
Gemini partners announce services between Turkey/Italy and USEC
The new container shipping alliance, Gemini Cooperation, of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd is expected to commence operations in February 2025 and the two partners have already begun announcing new/updated services covering the same regions. Danish ocean carrier Maersk has announced the launch of a new service offering a direct connection of Turkey North & West and […]