Breakbulk News

The breakbulk and project cargo sector stands at the centre of a geopolitical and economic storm unlike any in recent memory. As US-China trade tensions intensified in late 2024, the …

A new approach to securing low-carbon fuel for industry and shipping DNV has launched what it calls the industry’s first public tender portal for e-methanol procurement in the European Union …

Specialist heavy transport firm Collett & Sons Ltd has completed the complex delivery and installation of three high-voltage transformers to the New Cumnock Substation in Scotland, working on behalf of …

Beijing Targets Hanwha Ocean’s American Units China has imposed sanctions on five Hanwha Ocean subsidiaries in the United States, marking one of its strongest retaliatory steps yet in the widening …

Germany’s Steelwind Nordenham has completed the final loadout of three monopiles for Poland’s 1.2 GW Baltic Power offshore wind project, marking the end of its foundation manufacturing phase. The company …

The United States has reached a milestone in its offshore wind ambitions as the Charybdis, the nation’s first Jones Act-compliant Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV), has arrived at Portsmouth Port, …

A Milestone for European Rail Connectivity Under clear skies at the Maasvlakte, Port of Rotterdam Authority, ProRail, and Swietelsky Rail Benelux marked a pivotal moment for European freight transport — …

COSCO Shipping Europe is reinforcing its intermodal footprint in Central Europe through a close partnership with METRANS Group, following a recent visit to the operator’s advanced terminal in Česká Třebová, …

A New Logistics Hub for Central Asia Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 10 October 2025 — In a move that could reshape the logistics landscape of Central Asia, DP World …

When you see a convoy of heavy-haul trucks moving through the Dutch countryside early on a Sunday morning, it’s usually for something big. This weekend was no exception. Wagenborg together …

A Bold Step Toward a New VLCC Powerhouse The long-anticipated merger between Bruton Limited and Andes Tankers II is now firmly on course, with both boards giving the green light …

Strengthening the Northern–Western Europe Corridor Finnlines, part of the Grimaldi Group, has launched a new weekly Ro-Ro freight service linking the Port of Bilbao in Spain with the Polish port …

A New Shipping Shortcut Emerges The Istanbul Bridge made maritime history this weekend, arriving at Felixstowe on October 13 after a groundbreaking voyage through the Arctic. Operated by Sealegend under …

When speed makes the difference between profit and loss, logistics operators need more than just a reliable route—they need rhythm. That’s what Ostend-Bruges Airport and LeShuttle Freight aim to deliver …

Washington Draws a Line Over the UN’s First Shipping Carbon Levy The United States government has made its strongest statement yet against the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) proposed Net Zero …

It’s the Week for IMO — and the Stakes Couldn’t Be Higher As the International Maritime Organization (IMO) gathers in London this week for its 2nd Extraordinary Session (MEPC/ES.2), the …

When whispers turn into headlines in shipping, people pay attention. And this week, all eyes are on Thenamaris, led by Nikolas Martinos, after reports surfaced that the low-profile Greek shipowner …

A devastating accident struck Istanbul’s Tuzla shipyard zone on October 9, 2025, when the St. Kitts and Nevis–flagged Ro-Ro vessel Elmes capsized during repair works at Yıldız Shipyard, resulting in …

Beijing Strikes Back Against Washington’s Maritime Tariffs Starting October 14, 2025, China will begin charging significant new port fees on ships linked to the United States — a direct retaliation …

Europe’s Busiest Port Grinds to a Halt What started as a 48-hour strike in the Port of Rotterdam has now turned into an open-ended standoff, freezing container operations at Europe’s …

All eyes are on London this week as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepares to adopt the world’s first global carbon pricing scheme for international shipping. The move—decades in the …

A New Chapter in Dubai’s Story of Trade and Innovation DP World has broken ground on the next phase of its ambitious new global headquarters at Expo City Dubai, marking …

A weekly Ro-Ro link bridging Northern and Western Europe with a greener, more connected logistics chain Finnlines, part of the Grimaldi Group, has launched a new weekly Ro-Ro freight service …

Second Blade Lifter Boosts Wind Turbine Transport Capability Collett & Sons Ltd is expanding its renewable energy transport capabilities with the purchase of a new Goldhofer FTV850 Blade Lifter, marking …

From Antwerp to Tomakomai: A Global Journey for a New Spirit When 43 pieces of whisky distillery equipment left Antwerp earlier this year, few might have imagined the journey ahead …

Liege Airport (LGG) has reported a strong performance in the third quarter of 2025, recording a 23% increase in freight volumes compared to the same period last year. The Belgian …

Powering a Greener, More Connected Continent When Ursula von der Leyen took the stage at the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, she wasn’t just announcing another aid package — she …

India’s cold chain logistics just got a boost with the launch of the first-ever dedicated reefer rail freight service connecting Thimmapur ICD in Hyderabad to Nhava Sheva Port (JNPA), jointly …

Market Calms After a Turbulent September Airfreight spot rates from China to Europe have softened slightly in early October, falling around 4% over the past two weeks. The dip follows …

A New Addition to Japan’s Modern Bulker Fleet At its Shin Kasado Dockyard, Imabari Shipbuilding handed over the NORSE CONTINUATION on October 3, 2025 — a 64,000 DWT Handymax-class bulk …

If you work in logistics today, you probably feel like you’re juggling chainsaws in a storm. Every week brings a new surprise — a tariff hike here, a port strike …

Dutch shipowner ForestWave Offshore has completed the acquisition of Noordriver Shipping, effective October 1, 2025, further consolidating its position in the European dry bulk and project cargo markets. The move …

Danish renewable energy company Ørsted announced a major reorganization that will see around 2,000 jobs cut—about a quarter of its global workforce—by the end of 2027. The move is part …

A Strategic Move in Industrial Digitalization This week, GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group company, and IRCLASS Systems and Solutions (ISSPL) announced a strategic alliance aimed at advancing AI-driven digital transformation across …

The South Carolina Port Authority’s Board of Directors made it official last week: Micah Mallace is the agency’s next President and CEO. The vote was unanimous, and the message was …

The Panama Canal has ended its fiscal year on a high note, with preliminary figures showing revenues up 14.4% to $5.7 billion and total vessel transits rising 19.3% to 13,404 …

David Fink, a fifth-generation railroader with deep ties to America’s freight network, was confirmed this week as the 16th administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). The U.S. Senate voted …

Container operations at the Port of Rotterdam have been paralyzed since Wednesday afternoon, October 8, as lashers began a 48-hour strike demanding higher wages and inflation protection. The work stoppage, …

Anyone passing through the ports of Antwerp and Zeebrugge this week would see an unusual sight: over 100 ships idling, waiting for permission to enter or leave the harbor. The …

Global container traffic continues to climb, with throughput figures for 2025 setting new records and surpassing earlier forecasts, according to data from Container Trades Statistics (CTS). Between January and August, …

Widespread GNSS interference halts sailing in Qatar and confuses vessel tracking A wave of global navigation disruptions rippled through the Gulf and Red Sea between October 3 and 7, with …

Salvage Teams Prepare for Final Refloating Attempt as Ice Season Nears The Dutch general cargo vessel Thamesborg remains aground in Canada’s Franklin Strait, with Wagenborg racing to refloat it before …

Four New Cranes Strengthen Italy’s Push for Cleaner, More Efficient Operations In a year when Europe’s ports are under pressure to decarbonize, Liebherr-Rostock GmbH is quietly reshaping Italy’s waterfront. Four …

Operaciones Portuarias Canarias S.A. (OPCSA), a subsidiary of Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), has entered into a five-year service agreement with Konecranes Port Services, beginning November 2025. The deal, finalized in …

Global towage giant Boluda Towage has announced the acquisition of Royal Boskalis BV’s towage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea, marking another major step in its worldwide expansion strategy. …

Tariffs Trigger Recalibration, Not Retreat When global trade gets tangled in tariffs, it’s tempting to think projects might grind to a halt. But that’s not what’s happening, according to speakers …

A proud moment unfolded last Friday as global maritime contractor Boskalis marked a major milestone with the christening and launch of its latest trailing suction hopper dredger, Seaway, at the …

New Damen-built vessels to serve Woodside Energy operations in the Gulf of Mexico Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Chomex Marino for the construction of two Offshore Support …

[Photo caption:] UECC CEO Glenn Edvardsen (centre) with (L-R) Ford representatives Sarp Yasar Cetinkaya, Julia Willmann, Claudia Koenen and Andrew Williams at the presentation of the Proof of Allocation certificate …