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Oman Inks Deal For First Liquid Hydrogen Corridor To EuropeHamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is participating in this corridor project.
The corridor will enable the export of RFNBO-compliant liquid hydrogen from Oman’s Port of Duqm to the Port of Amsterdam and key logistics hubs in Germany, including the Port of Duisburg, and onward to other European countries.
At the heart of this corridor is reportedly the world’s largest hydrogen liquefaction, storage, and export terminal to be established in the Port of Duqm.
OQ, Oman’s energy transition enabler, leading the liquefaction infrastructure, will develop the hydrogen plant along with related storage and export facilities, contributing directly to the corridor’s supply capabilities and Oman’s national hydrogen targets.
The centralised facility will draw from Duqm’s growing renewable hydrogen developments, leveraging the port’s strategic location as a global maritime hub and Special Economic Zone.
The centralised liquefaction plant will be supported by maritime transportation vessels developed by ECOLOG to ship liquid hydrogen with zero boil-off, reportedly ensuring greater efficiency and reduced losses.
On the European side, the corridor will be anchored by re-gasification import terminals in the Port of Amsterdam, from which the hydrogen will be distributed to industrial off-takers in the Netherlands and Germany via gas pipeline networks, rail connections, and barge distribution through the Dutch canal network.
READ: Port of Rotterdam expands pipeline corridor for energy transition
“Today’s landmark signing demonstrates how Oman is turning its hydrogen ambitions into concrete projects aligned with global demand and national priorities,” said H.E. Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of Hydrom.
“While this corridor will enable the large-scale export of Omani hydrogen to Europe, its true value lies in how it supports our broader vision of an integrated sector that advances our national objectives.
“From industrial diversification and infrastructure development to job creation and capacity building, we are committed to building a future-ready sector that will position Oman at the centre of green hydrogen global supply chain and deliver tangible economic value for the country.”
Last month, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Port of Rotterdam signed an agreement to expand their collaboration on the Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor.port-and-ship
Apr 17, 2025
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Pilbara Ports Nears 70 Million Tonnes In March 2025The Port of Port Hedland handled 51.5Mt, including 65.6Mt of iron ore exports, marking a 2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase. Imports reached 171,000 tonnes, up 4 per cent.
The Port of Dampier reported 15.7Mt, a 1 per cent decline from the previous year.
Imports through the Port of Dampier totalled 93,000 tonnes in March 2025, down 23 per cent from March 2024.
Since 1 July 2024, total throughput across all ports has reached 567.1Mt.
In December 2024, Pilbara Ports delivered a total monthly throughput of 66.2Mt.
Two months, Pilbara Ports achieved a total monthly throughput of 49.5 million tonnes (Mt).port-and-ship
Apr 17, 2025
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Thessaloniki Port Records €100 Million Revenue In 2024Strong operational performance drove record revenues and volumes, despite a challenging environment marked by geopolitical instability, conflicts, and supply chain disruptions.
The port delivered record-breaking performance in 2024 across nearly all core sectors, achieving all-time highs in revenue, profit, throughput, and volumes.
Container Terminal throughput rose to 566,000 TEUs, up 46,000 TEUs (9 per cent) year-over-year (YoY), while Conventional Cargo volumes reached 3.2 million tonnes, a 250,000-tonne (9 per cent) increase from 2023.
READ: ThPA S.A. releases 2023 financial results
Group revenue surged to €100.7 million ($114.5 million), a €14.8 million ($16.8 million) increase from €85.9 million ($97 million) the previous year.
Growth was broad-based, with revenue gains across all main segments: Container Terminal (+€11.5 million/$13 million, +19 per cent), Conventional Cargo (+€2.9 million/$3.2 million, +14 per cent).
These results were driven by strong volume growth and improved operational efficiency across key services.
READ: ThPA S.A. implements reefer monitoring system at Port of Thessaloniki
The Executive Chairman of the BoD of ThPA S.A., Athanasios Liagkos, stated: “2024 was another record year for ThPA S.A., confirming the consistent implementation of our long-term business and investment plan to strengthen the Port of Thessaloniki’s role in Southeastern Europe.
“The recent approval of the Master Plan marks a key milestone, enabling major investments like the expansion of Pier 6, which will boost the port’s international standing, create jobs, and generate broad economic and social benefits.”
In September 2024, ThPA S.A. revealed its financial results for the first half of 2024, showing a growth increase of 17.3 per cent.port-and-ship
Apr 17, 2025
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Konecranes To Deliver 14 Electric Rtgs To PortonaveThe order was booked in Q4 2024, and the cranes will be delivered in mid-2026.
The road to zero tailpipe emissions operation in container handling, Ecolifting, will reach Portonave when these Konecranes RTGs become operational in 2026.
On an annual basis, the terminal handles approximately 1.2 million TEUs. Plans are underway to expand operations, enhance efficiency and continuously reduce emissions with technology solutions. This commitment led to the acquisition of Konecranes RTGs.
The RTGs are battery-driven with charging applied dynamically through a busbar system. This allows zero tailpipe operation, as there is no need for auxiliary diesel gensets.
If an electricity outage occurs, Portonave’s RTG container handling will continue uninterrupted. The RTGs can operate for up to four hours on the batteries, which will be charged automatically when power from the grid is restored.
Portonave’s new RTGs will have a suite of Smart Features: Stack Collision Prevention, Auto-TOS Reporting, Auto-Truck Guiding, Truck Lift Prevention and Gantry Collision Prevention. They will also be equipped with special auto-steering and positioning technology that will help the operators drive the RTGs through the busbar system in the container stacks.
READ: BMF Port Burgas orders two Konecranes harbour cranes
“There’s plenty of room to reduce emissions in Brazilian container handling operations, at the seaside, inland, everywhere,” said Alfredo Ramirez, Regional Sales Director, Port Solutions, Konecranes. Â
“Portonave is a great example of how it’s possible to achieve zero tailpipe emissions, step by step. Konecranes will be here to give Portonave the container handling help it needs going forward.”
Earlier this week, Italy’s Salerno Container Terminal (SCT), part of the Gallozzi Group, ordered a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.10 Mobile Harbor Crane with an external power supply to support a port modernisation project.port-and-ship
Apr 17, 2025
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Kag Acquires Transportation CompanyThe West Chester, Ohio-based company operates from eight terminal locations and three ISO container depots throughout the Southeast and Midwest, US, delivering and storing caustic soda, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, and other specialty chemicals.
As part of the transaction, KAG will welcome approximately 175 professional drivers and 70 operational and administrative members to their team while also growing their fleet by acquiring 100 tractors and 500 trailers/chassis. The ISO depots also provide container services, including storage, steaming, washing, and maintenance.
“This acquisition marks a key milestone in KAG’s continued growth and solidifies our commitment to delivering innovative, specialised solutions to our chemical customers,” stated Charlie DeLacey, Chief Executive Officer of KAG.
“By combining the strengths of MC Tank with our existing fleet and network, we are enhancing our capabilities to offer not only premier chemical transportation but also ISO container storage, transport, and related services to meet the evolving demands of our customers’ supply chains,” DeLacey continued.
READ: ITI acquires Konecrane’s largest mobile harbour crane
“KAG is the perfect partner to provide MC Tank with the resources and know-how to expand our footprint, capabilities, technology, and services,” stated MC Tank’s President Michael Anderson.
“We are far from done implementing our vision and accomplishing the goals we have set for our organisation. We are tremendously excited for the opportunity to join the KAG team.”
Last week, GL Terminal, an East Jakarta-based logistics provider, acquired a 30 per cent stake in Envilog, a digital platform connecting port terminals, depots, trucking providers, and Customs across Indonesia.port-and-ship
Apr 16, 2025
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Sc Ports Sees 11 Per Cent Cargo Increase In MarchThis marks the second straight month of rising container volumes for SC Ports after a slower period.
Rail-served Inland Ports in Greer and Dillon also saw strong performance.
Inland Port Greer moved a record 19,291 containers, up 20 per cent year-over-year (YoY), following a major expansion. Inland Port Dillon handled 3,287 rail moves, a 14 per cent increase from last March.
The Port of Charleston handled 20,483 vehicles in March, a 14 per cent increase from the same month last year.
READ: SC Ports expands Port of Charleston’s coverage
SC Ports President and CEO, Barbara Melvin, said: “While we anticipate volume fluctuations amid economic uncertainties, we are encouraged to see stronger volumes across all our business segments,”
“We celebrate our maritime community, who works together every day to keep freight moving for port-dependent businesses throughout the Southeast and beyond.”
In March, the port announced the completion of a $55 million expansion project at Inland Port Greer, enhancing its intermodal capabilities and connectivity between the Port of Charleston and inland markets.
The upgrades include an expanded container yard, which will increase cargo capacity by 50 per cent, as well as an additional 9,000 feet of rail for handling longer trains.port-and-ship
Apr 16, 2025
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Lr, Seatransport, Deployable Energy To Power Nuclear ShipsThe project will use micro modular reactor (MMR) technology, with 2–5 MWe, each with a capacity of 1 MWe, powering a 73-metre amphibious vessel designed for disaster relief and emergency response.
The vessel will be capable of operating 8–10 years without refuelling and can supply power to shore grids in affected areas or while docked in port.
LR is leading the programme to ensure quality, protocols and safety aspects are established and followed.
READ: LR, Microsoft to advance nuclear tech in maritime using AI
Claudene Sharp-Patel, LR’s Global Technical Director, said: “As nuclear technology progresses towards maritime applications, LR is uniquely positioned to help develop these initiatives.
“We bring our extensive history in maritime and nuclear safety, providing a strong foundation for safe, insurable, and scalable nuclear-powered shipping.”
The concept was presented at LR’s Australia Advisory Committee Meeting, where LR’s Remko Hottentot signed the agreement with the Australian partners.
Just recently, LR confirmed the successful completion of a joint development project designing ammonia dual-fuel systems for Trafigura’s new medium gas carriers (MGCs).
In summer 2024, LR and CORE POWER launched a joint regulatory assessment study to investigate the regulatory feasibility and frameworks required for a nuclear containership. The collaborative research will look into the requirements for revised safety norms, as well as enhanced operational and regulatory knowledge, for the use of nuclear power in container shipping.port-and-ship
Apr 16, 2025
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Ad Ports Hosts First Sts Lng Bunkering At Khalifa PortAD Ports reported that the STS bunkering was part of a simultaneous operation, in which the container vessel MSC Thais, berthed at Abu Dhabi Terminals, received LNG fuel from the dedicated LNG bunker vessel Green Zeebrugge, supplied by marine fuels provider Monjasa.
The operation demonstrated the concurrent transfer of LNG and cargo, whilst facilitating access to lower carbon fuels, which support both the industry and global environmental objectives.Â
Liquified natural gas offers reduced GHG emissions and significantly less sulphur oxide, nitrogen oxide, and particulate matter emissions compared to traditional marine fuels.
The partners will continue expanding LNG bunkering services across the Group’s commercial ports in Abu Dhabi, including cruise vessels at Zayed Port, while offering a comprehensive fuel portfolio that includes Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), Marine Gas Oil (MGO), and High-Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO).
The STS operation was executed in accordance with international practices and regulatory standards, including LNG bunkering protocols and guidelines set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO).
READ: AD Ports chooses contractors for Luanda modernisation
Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability Officer at AD Ports Group, said: “By adhering to the highest safety and environmental standards, AD Ports Group and Monjasa are ensuring that shipowners have reliable access to a diversified fuel mix that supports their decarbonisation objectives.”
Last week, the group announced the signing of a 10-year lease agreement with TW Steel to deliver innovative containerised fabrication solutions, container maintenance and repair services at Khalifa Port.port-and-ship
Apr 16, 2025
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Euroseas Secures New Time Charter For 1,800 Teu VesselAccording to Euroseas, the charter is projected to generate around $12.1 million in EBITDA and raise charter coverage to approximately 94 per cent for 2025 and 58 per cent for 2026.
Aristides Pittas, Chairman and CEO of Euroseas, commented: “We are very pleased to announce a new time charter contract for our feeder containership, M/V Monica, with a top-tier charterer for 24-26 months at a profitable rate of $23,500.
“Despite the various macro-economic uncertainties, this fixture highlights the continued strength of the containership charter market, with both periods and rates remaining at very healthy levels, as operators look to secure their requirements in an environment with very limited supply.”
In February, the company signed new time charter contracts for two of its 4,253 TEU intermediate containerships: M/V Synergy Antwerp and M/V Synergy Keelung.
One month later, Euroseas Ltd. secured a new time charter for its 4,250 TEU containership, M/V Rena P, for 35 to 37 months at a gross daily rate of $35,500.port-and-ship
Apr 15, 2025
Port Technology International
Port Of Long Beach Named Busiest Us Port In Q1 2025The port handled 2.53 million TEUs in Q1 2025, up 26.6 per cent from the same period in 2024.
In March, dockworkers and terminal operators handled 817,457 TEUs, a 25 per cent increase from March 2024.
Imports jumped 25.8 per cent to 380,562 TEUs, while exports dipped 1 per cent to 104,063 TEUs.
Empty container volume rose 35 per cent to 332,832 TEUs.
March marked the port’s 10th straight month of year-over-year (YoY) cargo growth.
READ: Port of Long Beach unveils $57 million green initiative
Port of Long Beach CEO, Mario Cordero, said: “We are leading the way as the nation’s busiest port by ensuring the fastest, most efficient delivery of cargo from our docks to anywhere in the United States.
“Our investments in state-of-the art, modern facilities allow us to move record amounts of cargo with maximum efficiency as we continue to deliver the highest standard of customer service.”
READ: Port of Long Beach boosts investment in zero-emission trucks
Long Beach Harbor Commission, President Bonnie Lowenthal, stated: “Our highly skilled dockworkers have put in the hard work to help us become the busiest seaport in the United States during the first quarter of the year.
“We’re working hard to attract business, operate sustainably and develop projects that will ensure our long-term growth.”
It also recorded its busiest first half of any fiscal year, moving 5.26 million TEUs since 1 October 2024, leading all US ports over the past six months.
In 2024, Long Beach was the nation’s second-busiest seaport with 9.6 million TEUs, behind the Port of Los Angeles at 10.3 million.
Its sister port in Los Angeles handled 778,406 TEUs last month, a 4.7 per cent increase year-on-year. This brought the port’s first-quarter total to 2.50 million TEUs.port-and-ship
Apr 15, 2025