Total’s first large LNG bunker vessel has been launched in China, the French energy major said.
Regional news
Port of Virginia: Ship Channel Deepening to Begin in January 2020
The works to make the US Port of Virginia the deepest port on the US East Coast are set to begin in January 2020.
IUMI: It’s Time to Tackle Containership Fire Issue
IUMI is calling for urgent improvement of firefighting systems onboard boxships.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/284983/iumi-its-time-to-tackle-containership-fire-issue/
Antwerp, Zeebrugge Ports Kick Off Merger Talks
Belgian Port of Antwerp and Port of Zeebrugge give the green light for starting merger negotiations.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/284986/antwerp-zeebrugge-ports-kick-off-merger-talks/
Erma First Acquires Maritime-Focused Tech Firm
Erma First has acquired a controlling interest in Metis Cyberspace Technology.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/284954/erma-first-acquires-maritime-focused-tech-firm/
MSC Joins CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd in Discarding Northern Sea Route
A surge in container shipping traffic in the Arctic could cause environmental damage, the company said.
Dry Bulk Drives Port of Antwerp Freight Volume Growth
Breakbulk, impacted by sanctions, saw the greatest drop in volumes.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/284842/dry-bulk-drives-port-of-antwerp-freight-volume-growth/
Air Quality Still Top Environmental Priority for European Ports
Air quality continues to be the top environmental priority of the European ports this year as well.
SBM Offshore Obtains USD 1.14 Bn Bank Loan for Liza Unity FPSO
SBM Offshore completes the project financing of FPSO vessel Liza Unity for a total of USD 1.14 billion.
British Ports ‘Cautiously’ Welcome Brexit Deal
BPA has cautiously welcomed the news that a Brexit deal was agreed today between the UK and the EU.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/284928/british-ports-cautiously-welcome-brexit-deal/