DHL Henkel fuel agreement 
DHL global forwarding and Henkel have expanded their sustainability partnership with a new agreement to use sustainable marine fuel (SMF) for the majority of Henkel’s seafreight in 2025. Covering around 9,000 teu, the deal is expected to cut transport-related emissions by 4,700... more
Nissen Kaiun backs wind tech
Japanese shipowner Nissen Kaiun has acquired a stake in Dutch wind-assist specialist Econowind, underlining growing interest in fuel-neutral propulsion as the company reported. The Imabari-based company said it selected Econowind for its technology. "Making shipping more... more
Scope 3 efficiency leaders
According to Oceanscore’s latest report, 'Scope 3 at Sea', MSC and OOCL are the most efficient carriers on the Asia–Northern Europe trade lane. Covering January to June 2025, the study shows that carrier choice can affect Scope 3 emissions exposure. MSC, with an 18% share of... more
First commercial vessel at Rijeka Gateway
Croatia's Rijeka Gateway has begun full operations with the arrival of its first commercial vessel, the 'Al Jasrah', and the entry of its first truck. The EUR 380 million joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna group features 400 m of quay, 20 m depth and annual capacity of... more
German SRO being launched in stages
German Ports is introducing its new 'secure release order' (SRO) for container imports on 1 October 2025. The digital process, developed by Dakosy and DBH Logistics IT, will be rolled out in three stages, aiming to ensure a smooth transition. In the first phase, shipping... more
Swedish Club expanding in China
The Swedish Club has entered a strategic partnership with Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance, part of China’s Ping An group, to expand its reach in the Chinese maritime market. The agreement, the club’s first of its kind in China, aims to combine international... more
CCTV rules at Indian ports
India has introduced new rules requiring closed-circuit television systems (CCTV) on domestic and international vessels calling at its ports, a move welcomed by the UK-based safety technology firm Zelim. The directorate general of shipping now mandates CCTV installation... more
Telp adds whale guidance
The Swedish Club has added 'right whale advice' to its trade enabling loss prevention programme (Telp), helping members meet Canadian and US rules aimed at protecting endangered whale species. According to the company, vessel strikes remain a major cause of death for the... more
Eimskip renews 'Blue Line'
Eimskip has signed contracts for two 2,280 teu container vessels through its German affiliate Elbfeeder under a ten-year time-charter. The ships, due for delivery in the second half of 2028, will serve the company’s 'Blue Line' between Reykjavík, Rotterdam and Teesport. With... more
New IAPH / WCO guidelines
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs organization (WCO) have released revised guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities. First launched in 2023, the new edition adds input from the World Shipping Council and... more