Isafjordur, Iceland Sets Daily Cruise Ship Passenger Limits
The Municipal Council of Ísafjörður has implemented a daily cap on the number of cruise ship passengers due to local infrastructure constraints.
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Two UK Offshore Wind Farms to Double Capacity by Equinor
Equinor, a major Norwegian energy company, has been granted permission to expand the capacity of two operational offshore wind farms in the UK.
2024 Cruise Season Launched in Ports of Stockholm
Ports of Stockholm has kicked off its 2024 cruise season with the arrival of the AIDAmar, a vessel from AIDA Cruises, at Stockholm on April 16.
HD Hyundai Signs MOU with Scottish Firms for Offshore Projects
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Scottish Enterprise and Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
Helsinki Port Traffic Disrupted Due to Political Strikes
Political strikes this spring disrupted container traffic at the Port of Helsinki for some four weeks, prompting operators & traders to switch to trucks
Lack of Interest Sees Lithuanian Wind Farm Tender Cancelled
The second call for bids on a Lithuanian offshore wind farm was abandoned due to insufficient interest from developers.
Port of Liverpool Sees Significant Investment From AIUK
Aggregate Industries UK announces substantial investment aimed at meeting increasing demand for cementitious materials in the UK's construction industry.
Port of El Musel Receives Largest Container Ship in Its History
This month marked a milestone for APM Terminals Gijón with the docking of the MSC Katyayni, the largest container vessel to call at the Port of El Musel
Scrubber Discharges Banned by Danish Government
The Danish government has aligned itself with an increasing number of nations implementing measures against the use of open-loop scrubbers.
Zeebrugge Port Sees Slowdown of Vehicle Carriers Arrivals
The opening quarter of 2024 has witnessed a slight decrease in the number of vehicle carriers arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge in Belgium.
Bids for new Terminal Construction Received by Valencia
The Port Authority of Valencia has announced the reception of four bids for the construction of a container quay in the port's northern extension
Largest Vessel Arrives in Ukraine Port Since Russian Invasion
Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority announced the Greek bulk carrier Captain Leonidas is the largest ship to dock in Ukraine since the Russian invasion
Rostock Port Detains Cargo Ship for EU Sanctions Violation
German port officials have detained a cargo vessel due to a breach of European Union sanctions against the export of Russian merchandise.
Port of Southampton Wraps Up Project to Widen Channel
The Port of Southampton in the UK has successfully completed a major project to widen the navigation channel in its Western Docks.
5.5GW Offshore Swedish Wind Farm Granted Natura 2000 Permit
The County Administrative Board of Gotland has awarded a Natura 2000 permit for an ambitious offshore wind farm in the Swedish Economic Zone.
Europe-Africa Services Upgraded by CMA CGM
The Marseille-based shipping company CMA CGM has announced updates to its EURAF services, aiming to enhance its offerings in the African region.
Norwegian Shipowners’ Association Welcomes New CEO
The Norwegian Shipowners' Association has named Knut Arild Hareide, the nation's ex-minister of transport, as its forthcoming chief executive.
Studio 30 50 Launches First European Cohort in Denmark
Studio 30 50, based in Singapore, is making its foray into Europe with the launch of its inaugural start-up cohort in Copenhagen.
Suezmaxes Proving Still popular with Greek Owners
The demand for new tanker ships among Greek shipping companies continues to be strong, especially in the suezmax category.
New Russian Service Unveiled by Another Turkish Liner
ULD Shipping, based in Istanbul, introduces Black Sea feeder service linking Turkey with Novorossiysk, featuring two leased 634 TEU sister ships.