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(35 articles)Pharma Shipper Cuts Dry Ice Use with Data-Led Sustainable Packaging
Cold Chain Technologies has successfully redesigned a global biopharmaceutical customer's temperature-controlled shipping strategy by replacing dry ice-based systems with a data-driven packaging solut
DSV Partners with CMA CGM on ACT+ to Cut 12,000 Tonnes CO2
CMA CGM and DSV have formalized a partnership leveraging CMA CGM's ACT+ low-carbon shipping solution to eliminate 12,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions over the next two years. The agreement centers on the d
China's freight sector carbon emissions hit 1.47B tons in 2024
A comprehensive 2026 research study from Shanghai University of International Business and Economics reveals that China's freight industry carbon emissions increased from 1.31 billion tons in 2022 to
World's First Ammonia Bulk Carrier Sets Sail: What It Means
The Mineral Europa has commenced its maiden voyage to Australia as the world's first ammonia-powered dry bulk carrier, representing a watershed moment for sustainable deep-sea shipping. This 210,000-t
Ethanol Gains Ground as Viable Alternative Fuel for Deep-Sea Shipping
New research from the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping positions ethanol as a practical near-term decarbonization pathway for portions of the global merchant fleet. The study, co
Hyundai Glovis, LGL Test SMR-Powered Ships on Korea-U.S. Route
Hyundai Glovis and U.S. logistics company LGL have announced a joint exploration of small modular reactor (SMR) technology to power pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs) operating on Korea-U.S. trade ro
Liberty Global, Hyundai Glovis Launch Nuclear-Powered Car Carrier
Liberty Global Logistics and Hyundai Glovis have announced a partnership to develop and deploy nuclear-powered pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs), marking a significant innovation in maritime transpo
Maersk Completes First U.S. Ethanol Bunkering of Deep-Sea Vessel
Maersk has completed the first bunkering of a deep-sea container vessel with ethanol fuel at a U.S. port, marking a significant milestone in the shipping industry's transition toward sustainable marin
CMA CGM's Wind-Powered Neoliner Origin Expands to Belgium
CMA CGM has expanded its innovative wind-powered vessel program by integrating Zeebrugge, Belgium into the regular transatlantic service route of the Neoliner Origin. This development marks a strategi
DHL to Deploy Wind-Powered Cargo Ships for Sustainable Transport
DHL is expanding its commitment to sustainable logistics by deploying wind-powered cargo ships for goods transport. This development reflects the logistics industry's accelerating pivot toward decarbo
AI and Green Fuel Transform Freight and Logistics Operations
The logistics and freight industry is undergoing significant technological transformation driven by two converging trends: artificial intelligence adoption and the shift toward sustainable alternative
Can Cities Integrate Freight into Public Transport Systems?
Urban centers worldwide are exploring innovative approaches to integrate freight delivery onto existing public transportation networks, addressing congestion and environmental concerns. This concept c
Freeport East Builds EV Charging Hub at Felixstowe Port
Freeport East has announced a strategic investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure at the Port of Felixstowe, one of the UK's largest and most critical container terminals. This initiative
Nantaise Orders Wind-Assisted RORO for Space Logistics
Compagnie Maritime Nantaise has placed an order for a wind-assisted roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vessel dedicated to space logistics operations, signaling a strategic commitment to both emerging markets an
Braskem Names Blissful Future Vessel, Advances Sustainable Shipping
Braskem, a leading global petrochemical producer, held a naming ceremony for the Blissful Future vessel in China, marking a strategic investment in sustainable maritime transportation. This event unde
Alternative Fuel Ship Orders Stall Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
The maritime shipping industry is experiencing a pullback in alternative-fuel vessel orders as regulatory uncertainty dampens investment momentum. Ship owners are hesitant to commit capital to new tec
DP World Launches Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel in Aarhus
DP World has christened a methanol dual-fuel vessel at the Port of Aarhus, marking a significant milestone in the container shipping industry's transition toward cleaner energy sources. This deploymen
DP World Launches First Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel for Cleaner Trade
DP World Shipping Solutions has named its first methanol dual-fuel vessel, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's shift toward lower-emission shipping solutions. This development r
Amazon Deploys Bullet Trains & E-Bikes for Sustainable Last-Mile
Amazon is fundamentally reimagining last-mile and line-haul logistics by deploying unconventional transportation modes tailored to geographic and operational constraints. In Japan, the company has par
Green Tide Logistics Revolutionizes Mexico-US Fresh Produce Shipping
Green Tide Logistics is implementing operational and logistical innovations to streamline the Mexico-US shipping corridor, a critical artery for fresh produce and agricultural trade. This development
CMA CGM Records Largest Single Biomethanol Bunkering Operation
CMA CGM has successfully completed what the company describes as the largest single-operation biomethanol supply event at Shanghai port, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's tran
Rhenus and shipzero partner to advance sustainable logistics
Rhenus, a major European 3PL and freight forwarder, has entered into a strategic partnership with shipzero, a climate-tech logistics platform specializing in carbon-neutral shipping. This collaboratio
MD Logistics Launches Reusable Packaging for Cold Chain Shipping
MD Logistics has introduced a reusable packaging system designed specifically for cold chain shipping operations, addressing growing demand from supply chain professionals for sustainable logistics so
CJ Darcl Launches Multimodal EV Logistics Network for VinFast
CJ Darcl Logistics has announced a strategic multimodal logistics initiative specifically designed to support VinFast Auto Ltd.'s automotive operations in India. This partnership represents a signific
Bahri Orders LNG-Powered RoCon Vessels With Fleet Expansion Option
Saudi Arabia's Bahri, a leading global shipping operator, has placed an order for a pair of dual-fuel LNG-powered roll-on roll-off container (RoCon) vessels with an option to acquire two additional un
Tech and Strategy Transform Freight Industry Sustainability
The freight industry is undergoing significant structural change as logistics providers and shippers increasingly adopt technology-driven solutions to meet climate commitments and regulatory pressures
US Tests Nuclear Power for Ships at Long Beach Port
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration has announced the first formal agreement to test small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Port of Long Beach, the nation's busiest container
Samskip SeaShuttle Joins HyShip Hydrogen Shipping Initiative
Samskip's SeaShuttle service has joined HyShip, a collaborative initiative focused on developing hydrogen-powered shipping solutions for the maritime industry. This partnership represents a strategic
CMA CGM IRON Makes History With First Bioethanol Bunkering in Santos
CMA CGM Group has achieved a significant milestone by conducting the first bioethanol bunkering operation for the container vessel CMA CGM IRON at the Port of Santos, Brazil. This pioneering initiativ
Port of LA and Shenzhen Ports Partner on Sustainable Maritime Trade
The Port of Los Angeles and Shenzhen Ports have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on sustainable trade initiatives and maritime technology innovation. This strategic partne
Circular Maritime Economy Strengthens Oil & LNG Shipping Networks
The maritime shipping industry is undergoing a structural transformation toward a circular economy model, particularly within oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport networks. This shift reflect
Oslo-Rotterdam Corridor Tests Liquid Hydrogen for Zero-Emission Shipping
The Oslo-Rotterdam shipping corridor is piloting liquid hydrogen as a marine fuel, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's transition toward zero-emission operations. This initiativ
Hutchison Ports Partners with Midea & TCL for Sustainable Supply Chains
Hutchison Ports has entered memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with two major Chinese manufacturers, Midea and TCL, to collaboratively develop and implement sustainable supply chain and logistics solut
Biofuels in Shipping: Bridge Fuel or Future Strategy?
The maritime industry faces a critical crossroads regarding fuel choices as decarbonization pressures intensify. Biofuels have emerged as a pragmatic intermediary solution, allowing existing vessel fl
Grimaldi's 12th Ammonia-Ready Car Carrier Signals Fleet Modernization
Grimaldi Group has reached a significant milestone by taking delivery of its 12th ammonia-ready car carrier vessel, the Grande Oriente. This expansion reflects the automotive shipping industry's commi