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MRI Software has acquired Chennai-based iInterchange Systems – a container shipping and logistics software company. Founded in 2004, iInterchange complements the existing functionality of MRI Intermodal, a business unit of MRI Software, with specialised solutions for container leasing and trading, depot management, electronic data interchange (EDI) and container maintenance and repair (M&R) operations. “We’re excited to […]

DP World is trialling an innovative carbon reduction programme at its UK logistics hubs, London Gateway and Southampton, aimed at helping cargo importers cut their emissions. Starting on 1 January for an initial six-month trial, the Carbon Inset Programme will reward importers with 50kg CO₂e of carbon credits for every loaded import container they move […]

The highly anticipated 8th edition of the Global Tank Storage Awards is set to return to Rotterdam on 10 March 2025. Following a record number of entries, a sold-out gala dinner, and an impressive line-up of winners and runners-up, Tank Storage Magazine is hosting the awards dinner once again, coinciding with its 20th birthday celebrations. […]

FPS Flexible Packaging Solutions has received a Platinum Medal from EcoVadis – a business dedicated sustainability assessments. The result follows last year’s Gold Medal and the result places the company among the top 1% of companies assessed globally. Nicolas Monard, senior central category manager, packaging material EU at YARA, said: “FPS has obtained an excellent score with […]

The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has launched an investigation into whether regulations or practices by the Spanish government are creating unfavourable conditions for US shipping. This comes after two US-flagged vessels, Maersk Denver and Maersk Seletar, were denied entry to Spanish ports. The ships, operated by Maersk Line, under a US government contract, departed from New York […]

QatarEnergy and Shell have entered into a new long-term sale and purchase agreement (SPA) for the supply of three million tons per annum (MTPA) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to China. LNG deliveries under the SPA will commence in January, underscoring the commitment of both entities to meeting the world’s growing energy demands. The agreement […]

Stolthaven Westport celebrated the official opening of its new Terminal 2 (T2) in Malaysia – offering customers enhanced efficiency and additional storage capacity. This project included the installation of 22 stainless steel 304 storage tanks with a total capacity of 68,600m3 and facilities to cater for the trucks, pipelines and shipment operations. T2 also includes five additional […]

Stability, safety, protection against permeation – steel has many useful properties for packaging. However, when it comes to aspects such as chemical resistance, corrosion resistance or protecting of the purity of the contents, plastic is superior. Schütz’s new Combi steel drum unites the benefits of both materials to create a smart, innovative full solution The […]

National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) has submitted comments to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regarding the Notice of Request for Information (RFI) on medium- and heavy-duty electric charging technologies and infrastructure needs. Representing over 500 companies in the tank truck industry, NTTC has raised significant concerns about the practicality, costs and safety implications of electric […]

Exolum has launched H2ROAD with the aim of leading the energy transition by providing efficient, optimised integrated logistics solutions across the entire hydrogen value chain to achieve its global decarbonisation goals. H2ROAD focuses on the development of hydrogen logistics infrastructures, including design, investment, installation, operation and maintenance, from production sites to final delivery to consumers. […]