Europe

The Freeport of Riga Authority’s capital company, “LVR Flote,” has signed a contract with Baltic Workboats AS to acquire a state-of-the-art multifunctional hybrid ice class vessel, with 50% of the costs covered by the European Climate, Infrastructure, and Environment Agency CINEA. Expected to be commissioned by end-2024, the vessel not only supports port functions but also enhances Latvia’s military capabilities by assisting the Border Guard, Navy, and Coast Guard.

In October 2023, the rail freight industry demonstrated a notable increase in transport performance, surpassing the figures from the previous year. The total transport performance exceeded 5.5 billion tonne-km, marking a 0.6% rise compared to 2022. Although the weight of goods carried slightly decreased to 21 million tonnes, a 1.2% decline, it still represented the second-highest monthly result of the year.

The Ministry of Energy and Minerals of the Sultanate has joined forces with Hydrogen Oman (Hydrom), Port of Amsterdam, Zenith Energy Terminals, and GasLog, signing a pivotal Joint Study Agreement (JSA) during COP28 in Dubai. This collaboration aims to pioneer the world’s inaugural commercial-scale liquid hydrogen corridor, focusing on green hydrogen produced in Oman. The signing ceremony, witnessed by His Excellency Minister Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi and the Climate Envoy of the Netherlands, Prince Jaime de Bourbon de Parme, underscores the shared commitment to advancing sustainable energy.

The Container Exchange Route (CER) on the Maasvlakte has officially commenced operations after an extensive preliminary phase, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the container infrastructure at the Port of Rotterdam. The 17-kilometre-long closed road network interconnects key container terminals, including Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG), Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam’s Delta terminal, and QTerminals Kramer Rotterdam’s terminals and depots. This innovative system facilitates diverse forms of transport, such as Multi Trailer Systems (MTS), Terminal Tractor Units with chassis (TT), and conventional trucks, utilized by affiliated parties through various carriers.

EVN is a leading international company providing energy and environmental services, headquartered in Lower Austria. In collaboration with ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG), EVN has been transporting municipal waste to Dürnrohr for thermal utilization on behalf of its partner BAWU, the Lower Austrian Waste Association, for 20 years, establishing itself as a pioneer in sustainability and climate protection.

Madrid/Copenhagen – Inditex, the parent company of renowned fashion brands such as Zara and Massimo Dutti, has joined forces with the freight group Maersk to significantly reduce its overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from maritime logistics. This reduction will be achieved by integrating alternative fuels on all inbound routes with the carrier. Through the ECO Delivery Ocean program, Maersk replaces fossil fuels on its ships with green fuels such as green methanol or second-generation biodiesel derived from waste feedstocks. This initiative is anticipated to result in an estimated reduction of over 80% in GHG emissions compared to conventional sources.

Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has achieved a significant milestone at its Container Terminal Altenwerder in Hamburg by fully transitioning its Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) fleet to battery power. This move is part of HHLA’s ongoing initiative to systematically replace fossil fuel-dependent vehicles with eco-friendly alternatives.

The Latvian mobile operator and technology company, LMT, in collaboration with SIA “LVR Flote,” the primary company of the Freeport of Riga Authority responsible for port technical services, has successfully conducted trials of 5Gt technology. These trials pave the way for future utilization of 5G benefits on the high seas.

The Port of Gothenburg, along with partners including Stena Line, the Port of Kiel, and the Port of Hamburg, showcased the successful implementation of green transport corridors at the conference titled “Green Transport Corridors – Linking Europe and Scandinavia” in Gothenburg.

Impala Terminals Group has successfully secured the acquisition of the HES Hartel Tank Terminal through a competitive auction process. Renamed as ‘Impala Energy Infrastructure Netherlands,’ this terminal boasts a storage capacity of approximately 1.3 million cubic meters for bulk liquid energy products. In a significant move, Impala commits to investing between 90 and 100 million euros over the next two years to finalize the terminal’s construction, with the transaction anticipated to conclude in the coming days.