Breakbulk News

BNSF Railway has officially opened a new 43-acre intermodal facility in Salt Lake City, a move expected to enhance freight connectivity between California and Utah while increasing regional supply chain …

Two of Boskalis’ heavy transport vessels, the Black Marlin and Blue Marlin, have played a central role in advancing Taiwan’s offshore wind energy ambitions, transporting 66 suction bucket jackets to …

Global logistics provider DSV delivered a stable financial performance in the first half of 2025, posting solid earnings despite ongoing market turbulence and the challenges of integrating recently acquired Schenker. …

Four Fugro vessels recently berthed at the Handelskade in Delfzijl, highlighting the strategic value of the port as a flexible and efficient hub for offshore and maritime operations. With both …

Ocean Network Express (ONE) reported a net profit of US$ 86 million for the first quarter of FY2025, as the company navigates persistent geopolitical and operational hurdles affecting the global …

Maritime emissions dropped by 4.5% in Q2 2025 despite an 8% increase in fleet size, according to a new VesselBot report analyzing over 72,000 global voyages. The study delivers a …

The British International Freight Association has reiterated its support for a third runway at Heathrow, calling on the UK government to fast-track decisions amid mounting cargo challenges and infrastructure strain. …

Dry bulk carrier operator Diana Shipping Inc. has reported a notable turnaround in profitability for the second quarter of 2025, posting $4.5 million in net income compared to a $2.8 …

A critical shipment of gold mining equipment from Türkiye to Canada was recently completed by a chartered AN-124-100 flight operated by ANTONOV Airlines, in coordination with Air Charter Service Canada. …

Canada has officially marked its entry into the offshore wind sector by designating four offshore wind energy areas off Nova Scotia’s coast, setting the foundation for large-scale renewable energy development …

As the shipping industry edges closer to its decarbonisation targets, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) is stepping up its training game with the launch of its first methanol bunkering simulator, located …

In a strategic move targeting the offshore energy sector, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. have jointly acquired core infrastructure assets in Scotland, including the terminal …

NATO has issued a stark warning about a surge in state-linked cyberattacks targeting Europe’s civilian maritime ports, underscoring growing vulnerabilities at the intersection of global trade and defense logistics. In …

Helsinki, 31 July 2025 – Private equity firm Triton has officially closed the acquisition of MacGregor, marking a major shift in the maritime and offshore cargo handling landscape. MacGregor, previously …

Bangladesh’s busiest seaport is in a standoff as the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) moves to cut vessel calls by nearly 13%, triggering sharp resistance from the shipping community. The Chittagong …

The Scottish Government has granted a long-awaited Section 36 consent for the 4.1GW Berwick Bank offshore wind farm, marking a pivotal step toward what could become the largest offshore wind …

The Supervisory Board of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has named Jeroen Eijsink as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 October 2025. He will succeed outgoing CEO Angela …

A severe container stack collapse aboard the Ever Feat, a 12,100 TEU containership operated by Evergreen Marine, has prompted an emergency port call in Montevideo after the vessel was battered …

Image: Port of Nigg Japanese conglomerates Mitsui & Co. and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) have completed the acquisition of the Port of Nigg and key subsidiaries from UK-based Global Energy …

Heavy lift operations just got safer and more efficient thanks to new innovations by Liebherr-Werk Nenzing GmbH that target key challenges in crawler crane use—particularly during barge-based lifts and tilting …

In a calculated move to expand fleet capabilities, a new class of vessels is being introduced — the compact yet mighty D-Types, tailored for multipurpose and heavy-lift shipping demands. As …

A new trilateral shipbuilding alliance led by Bollinger Shipyards and joined by Rauma Shipyards, Seaspan Shipyards, and Aker Arctic aims to deliver the U.S. Coast Guard’s Arctic Security Cutter (ASC) …

In a move that reflects its strategic ambitions in Asia, Noatum Logistics has launched a new regional office serving Beijing and Tianjin, marking a significant step in deepening its footprint …

Heavy lift vessel MV Lone has embarked on its first transition piece (TP) installation assignment as part of the Baltic Power offshore wind project, with operations now underway off the …

In a landmark move poised to reshape the North American freight landscape, Union Pacific has announced an agreement to merge with Norfolk Southern, forming the first-ever coast-to-coast U.S. railroad network. …

Despite a challenging geopolitical and trade landscape, the CMA CGM Group has reported a stable performance for Q2 2025, bolstered by its diversified operations and continued investment in innovation, logistics, …

On July 29, a naming ceremony was held for the Energia Viking, a newly built dual-fuel very large crude carrier (VLCC) operated by Singapore-based MOL Energia Pte. Ltd., a group …

Image: Geophysical Service of the Russian Academy of Sciences One of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula early Wednesday, unleashing tsunamis of up to four meters …

Starting January 2026, first and last mile rail traffic in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges will be run by a newly designated group of railway companies—a strategic shift aimed at improving …

The Rozenburg Lock, a critical inland waterway passage in the Port of Rotterdam, is entering a significant new phase of renovation that will shift operations from manual to remote control …

The Port of Rotterdam Authority has appointed Amlan Bora as its new Chief Representative for India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, marking a strategic step toward strengthening supply chain ties between …

The final box girder has been successfully installed on a key bridge along the Xi’an–Ankang High-Speed Railway in northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, marking the completion of girder erection works across …

Image: sea cargo An oversized industrial furnace has made its way from Spain to central Mexico, a move orchestrated by Sea Cargo Logistics that showcases the ongoing surge in demand …

In a move to bolster regional cooperation, the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans has authorized a new cooperative agreement with four other Lower Mississippi River ports …

Image: vanguard Vanguard has completed a full-scope logistics and installation project for VSL Manufacturing in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, delivering and commissioning a Yadon tandem press line that will enhance …

The offshore energy sector in Asia sees a major development as the 50/50 consortium between Boskalis and Allseas has landed a significant €1.2 billion contract from CPC Corporation Taiwan to …

Greek subsea specialist Asso.subsea has landed the nearshore installation contract for three major offshore grid connection projects in Germany: BalWin4, LanWin1, and LanWin5. The award comes under TenneT’s 2GW Program, …

Image:Ro-ro vessel iNTREPiDO docked at TecPlata Argentina’s TecPlata terminal, operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has kicked off a new regular shuttle service to connect the Port of …

Tokyo-based investment arm MOL PLUS has made a third investment in Kyoto’s Metro Weather, signaling growing interest in compact Doppler LiDAR systems for real-time wind condition analysis across logistics and …

The offshore high-voltage substation (OHVS) for the Thor wind farm has been successfully installed in the Danish North Sea, marking a significant milestone for Denmark’s largest offshore wind project to …

Freight markets showed further signs of weakness in the final week of July 2025, with capesize and panamax dry bulk segments posting rate declines, and crude tankers facing slower demand …

The Chinese containership Newnew Polar Bear is once again heading for the Arctic, nearly two years after becoming the central suspect in the Balticconnector pipeline and subsea cable damage that …

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC) has appointed Zubin Appoo as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, succeeding Interim CEO Andrew Cartledge who will retire at the end of 2025. The …

The April 2025 blackout across Spain and Portugal revealed how fragile Europe’s power infrastructure still is, setting off a continent-wide push to upgrade the grid and sparking new demand for …

Dutch shipping and logistics firm Royal Wagenborg publicly confirmed its membership in the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), stepping into the global spotlight with a firm message: integrity matters. The move …

A new trade agreement between the United States and European Union is set to reshape transatlantic shipping flows, compliance frameworks, and cost strategies throughout the logistics industry. The deal introduces …

The global logistics industry is undergoing a seismic shift, as real-time IoT sensors, decentralized blockchain records, and frictionless cryptocurrency payments begin to address long-standing pain points in container tracking, supply …

Global freight giant JAS Worldwide has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire UK-based Pentagon Freight Services, a long-established leader in freight forwarding, project logistics, and ships agency services. The …

Another milestone for BBC Chartering’s LakerMax fleet: the newly delivered BBC SINGAPORE has wrapped up her first voyage carrying more than 30,000 cbm of cargo from China to Europe, including …

Global freight forwarder Kuehne+Nagel reported a solid first half of 2025, driven by strong performance in Sea and Air Logistics, despite facing foreign exchange pressure and volatile trade conditions. The …