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CargoLand by LGG targets Taiwan as a strategic hub for semiconductor flows between Asia and Europe

With 1.32 million tonnes handled in 2025 and continued growth into 2026, CargoLand by LGG is expanding its 100% freighter-focused model to support high-value, time-sensitive flows such as semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing goods. The initiative highlights the growing strategic importance of Taiwan–Europe semiconductor logistics, with CargoLand offering secure handling, end-to-end visibility, and integrated processes […]

China Eastern Airlines launches Vienna–Xi’an route, boosting cargo capacity at Vienna International Airport

New direct flights between Xi’an and Vienna strengthen Europe–China connectivity, adding valuable bellyhold capacity for e-commerce, pharma and high-tech shipments while reinforcing Vienna’s role as a key air cargo hub. The new three-times-weekly service operated by an Airbus A330-200 enhances freight capacity between China and Europe, supporting growing demand for e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and high-value industrial […]

IKEA partners with Ekart for deliveries in Chennai

 Ekart, one of India’s leading 3PL (third-party logistics) supply chain companies, today announced the expansion of its partnership with IKEA to strengthen the global home furnishing brand’s last-mile logistics in Chennai. This partnership highlights Ekart’s growing role as a trusted, enterprise-grade logistics partner for large-format and complex commerce in India.   Orders from Chennai, placed […]

Supply chain disruption: How prepared Is the UK for the next trade shock

The UK remains highly exposed to disruption across global shipping routes. According to the Department for Transport, around 85 percent of the UK’s international freight by weight and around 55 percent by value was moved by sea in 2024. That means any prolonged disruption affecting major maritime corridors can still have a significant knock-on effect for British […]

Saildrone Joins Growing Competition for Navy’s Medium-Sized Drone Vessel

 San Francisco-based tech company Saildrone is throwing its hat into the ring for the Navy’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel, the latest and most ambit… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

US LNG Growth with First Export at Golden Pass and Tug Order for Woodside

 The expansion of the U.S. export LNG sector continues with two Gulf Coast projects, Golden Pass LNG and Woodside Energy, reporting new milestones in… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

Port of Gothenburg Signs €18M Dredging Contract for Major Fairway Project

The Port of Gothenburg has signed a contract with Boskalis Sweden AB for blasting and dredging works as part of Skandia Gateway, a major infrastructur… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

Ammonia Engine Passes “Huge Milestone” En Route to Commercial Debut

Everllence has announced the successful Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of its first ammonia-burning engine built by licensee, Engine & Machinery of Hyu… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

GTT New Order from Samsung Heavy Industries for Tank Design of LNG Carriers

GTT announces that it has received, in the first quarter of 2026, an order from Samsung Heavy Industries shipyard for the tank design of two new Lique… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

Fincantieri Floats Largest Cruise Ship to Date for Norwegian Cruise Line

The buildout of the cruise sector continued at Fincantieri in Italy with the recent floatout of the Norwegian Aura, which is due to enter service in 2… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

Japan Protests China’s Oil and Gas Projects in the East China Sea

 Japan has issued a letter of protest asserting that China is building a “new structure” on the western, Chinese side of the East China Sea median lin… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

China Puts Fully-Electric, Intelligent Containership in Service

 The first of two large, fully-electric containerships was placed in service in China. Built for Ningbo Ocean Shipping, they are being promoted as a k… Go to Source Author: The Maritime Executive

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