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GCT Global Container Terminals orders 10 hybrid Konecranes RTGs and first battery-powered Konecranes RTG to reduce emissions at British Columbia terminals
Longstanding customer GCT Global Container Terminals has ordered 10 hybrid Konecranes rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes for its GCT Deltaport terminal and one battery-powered Konecranes RTG for its GCT Vanterm terminal. The agreements were signed in …
Apr 22, 2025 / Curious
Wärtsilä upgrade package expected to deliver potential CO2 emissions savings of over 1,500 tons annually for two Ulusoy bulk carriers
Technology group Wärtsilä will upgrade the Wärtsilä RT-flex main engines on two bulk carrier vessels owned by Turkey-based Ulusoy Sealines. The planned engine retrofits and upgrades will extend the vessels’ operational life and improve both …
Apr 16, 2025 / Curious
MacGregor delivers its new electric heavy lift crane to Nordic
MacGregor has announced the successful delivery of its new type of SWL 250t electric heavy lift cranes to Nordic from Huanghai Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. The cranes mark a significant milestone in sustainable cargo handling solutions. This …
Apr 11, 2025 / Curious
Grimaldi Group: Order signed for nine pioneering ro-pax ships
Six vessels will be deployed in the Mediterranean under the Grimaldi Lines and Minoan Lines brands, while three will be operated by Finnlines in the Baltic Sea. Key features include reduced environmental impact and enhanced onboard comfort. As part …
Apr 11, 2025 / Vessels
Ulusoy Sealines joins Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime pool as offtaker
Gasum’s pool is the most reliable option for Ulusoy Sealines, which transports passengers and cargo between Turkey and Europe. Turkish shipping company Ulusoy Sealines has joined Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime pool as an offtaker of the pool’s regulation …
Apr 2, 2025 / Curious
Bulgarian port places first order for new Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes, building on long-term success with pre-owned units
BMF Port Burgas AD (BMF), one of Bulgaria’s largest port operators, has ordered two Generation 6 Konecranes Gottwald ESP.9 Mobile Harbor Cranes. The order was booked in Q1 2025 and handover is expected in Q4 2025. BMF and Konecranes started working …
Apr 2, 2025 / Curious
PSA International, DNV and PIL embark on digital collaboration to enable green and sustainable supply chains
As a commitment towards the greening of supply chains, PSA International Pte Ltd (PSA), DNV Singapore Pte Ltd (DNV) and Pacific International Lines (PIL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on carbon emission measurement, …
Mar 31, 2025 / Curious
ABS and Pacific International Lines Sign MOU to Advance Maritime Operations and Technologies
ABS and Pacific International Lines (PIL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Singapore Maritime Week that establishes a framework to collaborate on projects related to maritime technology, sustainability and safety management systems. …
Mar 25, 2025 / Curious
Konecranes' momentum in Spain continues with CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal order for seven hybrid RTGs
Building on strong sales momentum with Spanish port operators, Konecranes has secured a new order with CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal S.A.U. for seven Konecranes hybrid Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes. The order was booked in February 2025, with …
Mar 14, 2025 / Curious
Wärtsilä engines selected as South American vessel operator targets 25% emissions reduction
Technology group Wärtsilä will supply replacement engines for two inland waterway tug pusher vessels operating in Paraguayan rivers. The vessels are owned by ADM Naviera Chaco (ADM). The vessel modifications and new engine installations will be …
Mar 13, 2025 / Vessels