The western Mediterranean may be on the brink of a new episode of regulatory tension that far exceeds Spanish geography. In a highly followed sector analysis, one element stands out: a consultation deadline (set for the end of February) could influence how certain ships access Spanish ports — and, by...
The issue of “box rules” is back in the spotlight in the United States, with a new initiative from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). To summarize: some road carriers and shippers believe that they are still, in many terminals, forced to use “designated” chassis, rather than freely choosing their supplier...
Washington has just unveiled an ambitious maritime plan that aims to achieve two objectives: revitalize American shipbuilding and reduce dependence on foreign ships. On paper, it’s an industrial program. In fact, it is also a message sent to the entire global supply chain — and especially to the international shipowners...
The road sector is preparing for one of the most dreaded appointments of the year: International Roadcheck 2026, scheduled over three days in mid-May. The operation massively mobilizes inspections and highlights the scale of the exercise: the previous edition had surpassed the threshold of tens of thousands of checks, according...
The Trump administration has made public its Maritime Action Plan (MAP), an official roadmap aimed at revitalizing the maritime industrial power of the United States and, in particular, at rebuilding a commercial shipbuilding capacity deemed strategic. The document — prepared at the inter-agency level — aligns several priorities: increasing shipyard...
The maritime energy transition has reached a symbolic milestone with the first commercial order of rigid sails developed by Oceanbird. This technology, designed to reduce fuel consumption thru wind propulsion, will be installed on an existing ship in the coming years. This project marks a decisive step toward the industrialization of...
The digitalization of logistics networks is taking a new step with the commercial launch of QCargo, a platform designed to accelerate the verification and compliance of partners in international freight. The tool promises to transform a traditionally long and complex process into an almost instantaneous analysis thanks to artificial intelligence. In...
The shipbuilding sector continues to gain momentum in Asia with a new major order awarded to Hengli Heavy Industry. The Capital Group, led by shipowner Evangelos Marinakis, has confirmed the acquisition of eleven giant oil tankers, an unprecedented volume for the Chinese shipyard. Beyond the mere announcement effect, this operation symbolizes...
Global maritime news is accelerating with a series of events that confirm an industry under pressure between commercial growth and geopolitical risks. On the industrial side, the Chinese shipyard Hengli Heavy Industry is attracting attention after recording a wave of orders for giant oil tankers, primarily driven by Greek shipowners....
The South Korean 3PL LX Pantos announces the creation of a logistics hub in Eastern Europe thru the acquisition of a platform in Katowice, Poland. The operation, valued at nearly 150 million dollars, benefits from Korean institutional support. The objective is clear: to position itself in an area that combines...
