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Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactOct 19, 2026

Deugro Ships 42 OOG Units from UAE to Poland

Project freight forwarder deugro completed a significant out-of-gauge shipment moving 42 OOG units totaling 5,746 cubic meters along with 26 forty-foot containers from the UAE to Poland. This routine

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#out-of-gauge-cargo#project-forwarding#ocean-freight
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 13, 2026

Heavy Lift Forwarding Maintains Demand Pipeline Amid Margin Pressure

Heavy lift and project forwarding markets are maintaining healthy activity levels, though profit margins are coming under pressure. The sector's pipeline suggests continued demand for specialized carg

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#project-forwarding#heavy-lift#shipping-margins
Procurement
ModerateOct 8, 2026

Project Logistics Providers Redraw Supply Lines for Efficiency

The heavy lift and project forwarding industry is undergoing a strategic reassessment of how supply lines are configured and managed across global networks. This redrawing of logistics routes and capa

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#project-logistics#supply-chain-optimization#heavy-lift
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 7, 2026

OBT Targets Mauritania Growth: Heavy Lift Expansion

OBT is pursuing growth opportunities in Mauritania, indicating a strategic expansion of heavy lift and project forwarding services into West Africa. This development reflects increasing demand for spe

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#mauritania-logistics#heavy-lift-expansion#project-forwarding
Labor & Workforce
Low ImpactOct 2, 2026

Henning Joins Natco's Projects Team in Heavy Lift Expansion

Natco has added Henning to its projects team, marking a personnel addition to its heavy-lift and project-forwarding division. This staffing move reflects the company's commitment to expanding its proj

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#natco-hiring#project-logistics#heavy-lift
Procurement
High ImpactOct 2, 2026

ARC Expands Commercial Role in US Military Logistics Operations

ARC has expanded its commercial role in supporting US military logistics operations, marking a strategic shift toward greater private sector involvement in defense supply chain activities. This develo

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#military-logistics#defense-procurement#commercial-contractors
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 2, 2026

DFDS increases Italy-Egypt freight service frequency for faster transit

DFDS, a major European shipping and logistics provider, has announced increased sailing frequency on its Italy-Egypt freight service, signaling confidence in demand on this Mediterranean-to-Africa tra

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#dfds-shipping#italy-egypt-route#freight-service
Labor & Workforce
Low ImpactSep 29, 2026

Thomassen Promoted at ATSI in Heavy Lift Leadership Move

ATSI has promoted Thomassen to a new position within its heavy lift and project forwarding operations. This personnel change reflects the company's ongoing organizational development and commitment to

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#atsi-promotion#heavy-lift-logistics#project-forwarding
Technology & Innovation
High ImpactSep 22, 2026

Flying Whales Advances Next-Gen Heavy Lift Capabilities

Flying Whales, the French developer of innovative heavy-lift aircraft, has reached a critical inflection point with the construction of full-scale structures, marking the transition from prototype dev

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#flying-whales#heavy-lift#aviation-innovation
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 17, 2026

Portico Shipping Transforms Quayside for Heavy Lift Expansion

Portico Shipping is undertaking a significant quayside infrastructure transformation to expand its operational capabilities in the heavy lift and project forwarding sector. This expansion reflects gro

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#port-expansion#quayside-infrastructure#heavy-lift-shipping
Warehousing & Distribution
ModerateSep 17, 2026

Maple Group Expands Export Packing with Fladderak Acquisition

Maple Group has strategically acquired Fladderak to expand its export packing capacity, marking a deliberate move to strengthen its position in the heavy lift and project forwarding sector. This acqui

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#maple-group-acquisition#export-packing-capacity#fladderak
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 15, 2026

COLI Coordinates Global Out-of-Gauge Campaign

COLI has launched a coordinated out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo campaign spanning multiple continents, signaling increased investment in complex, non-standard shipment logistics. This multicontinental coordi

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#out-of-gauge-cargo#heavy-lift#project-forwarding
Technology & Innovation
ModerateSep 15, 2026

Goldhofer Launches Width-Adjustable PST/SL-ES Module

Goldhofer, a leading German manufacturer of heavy transport equipment, has introduced a new width-adjustable PST/SL-ES module designed to enhance flexibility in project forwarding and heavy-lift logis

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#goldhofer#heavy-lift-logistics#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 14, 2026

deugro Expands PNG Operations for Papua LNG Project

deugro, a leading heavy lift and project forwarding specialist, is expanding its operational footprint in Papua New Guinea to service the Papua LNG project, a major energy infrastructure development.

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift#project-forwarding#png-logistics
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 14, 2026

Rhenus Completes Heavy Transformer Shipment From China to Canada

Rhenus, a global logistics provider, has executed a heavy-lift project cargo shipment of transformers from China to Canada, showcasing specialized forwarding expertise across the Pacific trade corrido

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-cargo#china-canada-trade#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 14, 2026

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding: The Race for Power

The article references developments within the heavy lift and project forwarding sector, which specializes in transporting oversized, non-standard cargo such as industrial equipment, renewable energy

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift#project-forwarding#power-infrastructure
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 11, 2026

WindRunner Heavy-Lift Aircraft Opens New Opportunities for Space

Radia's WindRunner aircraft is emerging as a significant asset for the space industry's logistics needs, particularly for transporting oversized and sensitive aerospace components that traditional car

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-aircraft#space-logistics#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 11, 2026

Colonial Launches New Savannah Breakbulk Terminal

Colonial has opened a new breakbulk terminal in Savannah, Georgia, marking a strategic expansion of specialized cargo-handling infrastructure on the U.S. East Coast. This development addresses growing

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#breakbulk-terminal#savannah-port#heavy-lift-cargo
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 11, 2026

Osprey Opens New Logistics Base for Sizewell C Nuclear Project

Osprey, a heavy lift and project forwarding specialist, has established a new dedicated logistics base to support construction and delivery operations for the Sizewell C nuclear power station project

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#osprey-logistics#sizewell-c#heavy-lift
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 9, 2026

Blue Water Secures Logistics Contract with Noble in Suriname

Blue Water has secured a new logistics contract with Noble in Suriname, marking a notable expansion of the company's service capabilities in South America. This agreement represents a positive develop

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#suriname-logistics#blue-water#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 9, 2026

ABS and JB Energy Tackle Floating Wind Decommissioning Logistics

ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) and JB Energy are collaborating to assess and develop logistics solutions for decommissioning floating offshore wind installations. This initiative represents a signi

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#floating-wind-decommissioning#offshore-logistics#heavy-lift
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 7, 2026

HPL One Appoints Koshy to Leadership Role

HPL One, a specialized logistics provider focused on heavy lift and project forwarding operations, has appointed Koshy to an unspecified leadership position. While the article provides limited details

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-logistics#personnel-appointment#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 1, 2026

2026 Ship Operator of Year: Breakbulk Heavy-Lift Leader

This article announces a shortlist recognition for a ship operator in the breakbulk and heavy-lift project forwarding sector. The feature highlights competitive differentiation in specialized vessel o

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#ship-operator#breakbulk-shipping#heavy-lift-cargo
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 1, 2026

Blue Water Appoints Ude to Lead European Project Forwarding

Blue Water, a heavy lift and project forwarding specialist, has appointed Ude to a leadership role focused on expanding and strengthening its European project portfolio. This personnel move signals th

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#blue-water-shipping#project-forwarding#european-logistics
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 28, 2026

UPF Group Enters Rwanda Market with Heavy Lift Capabilities

UPF Group, a prominent player in heavy lift and project forwarding services, has announced its expansion into Rwanda, marking a strategic entry into the East African market. This move represents the c

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#upf-group-expansion#rwanda-logistics#east-africa-freight
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactAug 27, 2026

US-Canada Tariff Battle Disrupts Oversized Cargo Supply Chains

The intensifying tariff dispute between the United States and Canada is creating significant headwinds for the oversized and project cargo logistics sector, a critical but often overlooked segment of

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#us-canada-tariffs#oversized-cargo#heavy-lift-logistics
Labor & Workforce
Low ImpactAug 25, 2026

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding Int'l Safety and Training Award 2026

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International has been shortlisted for recognition in the 2026 Safety and Training Award program, highlighting the organization's commitment to occupational safety and

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#safety-and-training#heavy-lift-logistics#occupational-safety
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactAug 20, 2026

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding Named to 2026 Awards Shortlist

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International has been selected for recognition in a 2026 Project of the Year awards program, highlighting excellence within the specialized heavy lift and project forw

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#project-forwarding#heavy-lift#industry-awards
Procurement
ModerateAug 19, 2026

ABB Secures Major Grand Tour Propulsion Contract

ABB has secured a major propulsion contract for the Grand Tour project, representing a notable win in the competitive marine technology procurement landscape. This contract demonstrates continued dema

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#abb-propulsion#grand-tour-yacht#marine-technology
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 18, 2026

Project Logistics Leaders Call for Flexibility in Volatile Market

The Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding Global (THLG) member community has identified flexibility as a critical strategic imperative in navigating an increasingly volatile project logistics market. This c

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#project-logistics#heavy-lift#market-volatility
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactAug 13, 2026

2026 Port/Terminal Operator of the Year: Industry Recognition

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International has released its 2026 Port/Terminal Operator of the Year shortlist, recognizing leading operators in the global heavy lift and project forwarding sector.

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#port-operators#terminal-management#awards-recognition
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 12, 2026

Grimaldi Deploys Grande Pacifico: Heavy Lift Capacity Expansion

Grimaldi, a prominent European shipping company specializing in automotive and heavy cargo logistics, has welcomed the Grande Pacifico into its operational fleet. This vessel addition represents a str

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#grimaldi-shipping#heavy-lift-vessel#grande-pacifico
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactAug 11, 2026

2026 Overland Transport Provider of the Year Award Finalists

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International has announced a shortlist spotlight recognizing excellence in overland transport provision for 2026. This recognition program highlights leading providers

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#overland-transport#project-forwarding#heavy-lift-logistics
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 7, 2026

Project Cargo Summit 2026: Managing Logistics Volatility

The Project Cargo Summit 2026 represents an industry-wide effort by heavy lift and project forwarding specialists to develop strategies for navigating persistent market volatility while identifying co

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#project-cargo#heavy-lift-logistics#supply-chain-volatility
Technology & Innovation
ModerateAug 5, 2026

EXG Marks Milestone BESS Project with Heavy Lift Specialist

EXG has completed a significant battery energy storage system (BESS) project utilizing specialized heavy lift and project forwarding capabilities, marking a notable milestone in the energy infrastruct

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#bess-logistics#energy-storage#heavy-lift
Labor & Workforce
Low ImpactAug 4, 2026

UTC Appoints Lange as VP of Special Projects

UTC has announced the promotion of Lange to Vice President of Special Projects, signaling the company's continued investment in its heavy lift and project forwarding division. This leadership elevatio

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#executive-promotion#heavy-lift-logistics#project-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 3, 2026

AI Stock Sell-Off Unlikely to Slow Air Cargo Growth

A significant market correction in AI-related semiconductor stocks, including a $238 billion loss for Nvidia alone, has sparked concerns about the sustainability of the AI boom. However, industry obse

The Loadstar#air-cargo#project-forwarding#ai-boom
Technology & Innovation
ModerateAug 3, 2026

RoliProjects Deploys StorageChain AI for Project Logistics

RoliProjects, a player in heavy lift and project forwarding, has adopted StorageChain AI technology to enhance its project logistics operations. This adoption represents a targeted technology upgrade

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#ai-logistics#project-forwarding#supply-chain-tech
Sustainability & ESG
Low ImpactJul 30, 2026

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding Shortlisted for 2026 ESG Award

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International has been shortlisted for a 2026 ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Award, signaling growing industry recognition of sustainability commitments wi

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#esg-awards-2026#sustainability-recognition#heavy-lift-logistics
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactJul 27, 2026

Toepfer Transport Updates Monthly Multipurpose Shipping Rates

Toepfer Transport has released its monthly multipurpose shipping rate update through Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International, providing market participants with current pricing benchmarks for mu

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#multipurpose-shipping#freight-rates#toepfer-transport
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactJul 23, 2026

Heavy Lift Awards 2026 Shortlist Announced

The Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International organization has unveiled the shortlist for its 2026 Heavy Lift Awards, celebrating outstanding performance and innovation within the specialized heav

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-awards#project-forwarding#supply-chain-excellence
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactJul 21, 2026

Crane Worldwide Logistics Expands into Malaysia

Crane Worldwide Logistics has established a new office in Malaysia, marking a strategic expansion of its Southeast Asian footprint in the heavy lift and project forwarding sector. This move reflects g

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#crane-worldwide#malaysia-logistics#southeast-asia-expansion
Technology & Innovation
ModerateJul 21, 2026

ESTA Endorses Intelligent Access Technology for European Transport

The European Shippers Association (ESTA) has publicly endorsed the adoption of Intelligent Access technology to support the European transport sector. This endorsement represents a significant industr

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#intelligent-access#transport-sector#europe
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactJul 13, 2026

Dutch Superyacht Reaches Sea via Barge and SPMT Solution

A Dutch superyacht manufacturer successfully employed an integrated transport solution combining barges and Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) to move a luxury vessel from shipyard to sea. Th

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-logistics#spmt-transport#barge-operations
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 8, 2026

BigLift and CY Launch New Heavy Lift Frontier in Shipping

BigLift and CY have announced a new collaboration focused on expanding heavy lift and project forwarding capabilities. This partnership represents a notable development in specialized shipping, where

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-shipping#project-forwarding#capacity-expansion
Procurement
ModerateJul 3, 2026

SCALES Acquires Adekma to Expand Heavy Lift Capabilities

SCALES, a logistics and industrial services company, has acquired Adekma as part of a strategic push to expand its industrial logistics portfolio. This acquisition reflects the ongoing consolidation t

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#m-and-a#logistics-consolidation#heavy-lift-forwarding
Technology & Innovation
ModerateJul 1, 2026

Niconlift Platform Simplifies Heavy Load Handling Operations

Niconlift has introduced a new platform designed to simplify the complexity inherent in heavy load and project forwarding logistics. This launch addresses a persistent operational challenge in the spe

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International#heavy-lift-logistics#project-forwarding#load-handling-technology