Maritime safety gaps emerge with EV boom 
The surge in electric vehicle (EV) shipments is exposing significant gaps in maritime safety regulations, with high-profile vessel fires underscoring the risks of lithium-ion battery combustion. Current IMO guidelines are inadequate to address these hazards, and comprehensive... more
HHLA supports e-truck use
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has introduced a pilot initiative allowing electric trucks to operate without fixed time slots at Hamburg's container terminals, a move to promote environmentally friendly supply chains. During the pilot phase until mid-2026, a new category... more
Spanish ports lead in PERS certification
Valencia, Santander, and Castellón ports have achieved recertification under the EcoPorts PERS environmental standard, highlighting their commitment to sustainability. Valencia, a long-standing member since 2004, has received its eighth PERS certificate, while Santander, a... more
COLI Group expands in Brazil
COLI Group has opened a new office in Salvador, Bahia, through its Brazilian subsidiary, COLI Shipping & Transport do Brasil, strengthening its presence in the northeast region. Led by Matheus Lira, the office aims to enhance support for a growing demand for tailored... more
MOL donates wind challenger model to IMO
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has donated a scale model of the Shofu Maru, the world's first coal carrier fitted with the Wind Challenger wind propulsion system, to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). The presentation was made at the Wind Propulsion Reception hosted by... more
Arkas secures $ 335 m syndicated loan
Arkas Holding has obtained a $ 335 m syndicated loan, led by IFC, to boost investments in transport and logistics infrastructure. The first tranche of $ 260.3 m has been disbursed, with further funding expected soon, involving international financial institutions like Emirates... more
HHLA posts strong revenue and profit growth
Despite a challenging environment characterised by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and US trade policy issues, Hamburg Port and Logistics Company (HHLA) experienced significant growth up to September 2025. Revenue increased by 12.5 per cent to € 1,331.4 m, with... more
Damen expands UK support with I.M.E Group
Damen has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd., marking a key step in expanding its UK services offering. The move follows close collaboration since the launch of Damen Services' UK Service Hub in 2021, aimed at providing comprehensive lifecycle... more
Koala service boosts Asia-linked Victoria port
Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT), Australia's fully automated port operated by ICTSI, has enhanced its Asia linkages through the revamped Koala service operated by MSC. Making its first call on 4 October with the MSC Capetown III, the service connects Melbourne... more
Sealiner Thailand offers trusted solutions
Sealiner Shipping and Logistics has joined as a new member in Thailand, affiliated with Ceekay Shipping, a reliable PCN member in the UAE and Malaysia. Based in Bangkok, the company provides comprehensive logistics services, including project cargo logistics, heavy lift,... more