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TPM 2023 Conference



February 28, 2023 /

The Transpacific Maritime (TPM) conference is a prominent annual event that brings together industry experts, executives, and stakeholders in the maritime and logistics sectors. The conference is typically held in Long Beach, California, which is home to one of the busiest ports in the world. One of the key themes that has emerged in recent…


Container Lines Commit to 100% Electronic Bill of Lading by 2030



February 23, 2023 /

Container shipping has long been one of the most important industries in the global economy, facilitating the movement of goods across continents and connecting businesses around the world. Over the years, the industry has undergone significant changes, with new technologies and processes transforming the way shipping companies operate. One such change is the move towards…


What are the new IMO regulations on carbon intensity?



January 11, 2023 /

From November 2022 new frameworks have come in which require ships to improve their energy efficiency in the short term, reducing their greenhouse gas emissions in the longer term and lowering their carbon intensity. From 1 January 2023 it will be mandatory for all ships to calculate their attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)…


Another CDS delay with launch pushed back



January 4, 2023 /

The replacement for CHIEF has already experienced delays in the switchover, and was expected to finally come into force in January, however this has now been pushed back to November to allow for more testing. It could also mean that in reality it could be at least into 2024. There have been reports of multiple…


Zero Emission Maritime Buyers’ Alliance (ZEMBA) announced at COP 



November 21, 2022 /

BCOs and forwarders can now negotiate collectively to buy zero emission scalable fuels, following the launch of a scheme at Cop (ZEMBA), within the ‘Roadmap to 2040’ for Zero Emission Vessels (coZEV). The ‘Roadmap’ presents new action areas for cargo owners seeking to accelerate deployment of zero emission shipping, engage in maritime decarbonization policy, and…


As COP27 begins, what can shipping do to help restore oceans?



November 7, 2022 /

Egypt are hosting the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 27) this month, tackling the global challenge of climate change. The UN says progress on cutting the emissions that cause global warming has been "woefully inadequate" since COP26. The planet has already warmed 1.1C since pre-industrial times and scientists…


Proud to announce we are in the Solent 250



October 31, 2022 /

We are very proud to announce that we are again featured in the Solent 250 - and this year we are in the top 40!Earning a place on this list is a huge achievement & we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our incredible members of staff & our loyal customers for…


What is palletisation and why is it important?



October 17, 2022 /

Palletisation plays an important role in the logistics industry as it is a process that consists of placing goods together on top of a pallet to consolidate a load. This makes it easier for any handling equipment to transport it. A pallet can provide a horizontal platform base for products so that the forklifts or…


DNV publish insights into decarbonisation of shipping



October 3, 2022 /

The pressure is on for the maritime industry to decarbonise. To help navigate these complex challenges, DNV has gathered up-to-date information to help turn uncertainty into confidence. They have published their Maritime Forecast to 2050 which outlines their findings, some of which are detailed below: Newbuild vessels are increasingly being ordered ready to run on…