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PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Shareholders of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik (HHLA) have approved the transfer of minority shareholders’ class A shares to the company’s majority shareholder, Port of Hamburg Beteiligungsgesellschaf, paving the way for a corporate…

15th June 2026

HHLA shareholders approve squeeze-out

15th June 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

The Port of Middlesbrough has strengthened its position in the UK dry bulk market after handling more than 200,000 tonnes of bulk cargo over the past 12 months and investing in new…

11th June 2026

Middlesbrough Port expands dry bulk capabilities

11th June 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Associated British Ports (ABP) has signed a new long-term lease and commercial agreement with Valero at the Port of Cardiff, securing the future of one of South Wales’s most important fuel supply…

10th June 2026

ABP secures Cardiff fuel partnership

10th June 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Rob Smeets has been named as the new chief executive of the Antwerp-Bruges Port Authority for a six-year term, following a competitive selection process that attracted strong interest from candidates nationally and…

5th June 2026

Antwerp-Bruges names new CEO

5th June 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

The Port of Valencia has introduced a new passenger border control facility designed to support the implementation of the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES), claiming to be the first port in Spain…

4th June 2026

Valencia deploys new border controls

4th June 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Solent Freeport has launched a new £50,000 Apprenticeship Incentive Programme aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the Solent region recruit an apprentice for the first time while creating employment…

3rd June 2026

Solent Freeport to boost youth prospects

3rd June 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Associated British Ports (ABP) has secured a £200 million commitment from the National Wealth Fund to support a major infrastructure investment programme across its UK port network.

3rd June 2026

ABP secures infrastructure investment funds

3rd June 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

The arrival of two new quay cranes at Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) is expected to significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the Port of Gdynia, supporting its ambition to strengthen its position…

1st June 2026

Gdynia boosts capacity with new cranes

1st June 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

INFORM and PSA Antwerp have announced the successful go-live of the Integrated Terminal Scheduler (ITS) at Europa Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the terminal’s ongoing modernisation program under Project Emerald.

28th May 2026

Europa Terminal scheduler goes live

28th May 2026

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Webfleet has developed a bespoke driver safety and fleet management system for The Bristol Port Company aimed at preventing unauthorised use of high-risk plant equipment while supporting the port’s wider decarbonisation strategy.

21st May 2026

Webfleet enhances Bristol port safety

21st May 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Infrastructure solutions company Costain has been selected by Dover Harbour Board to deliver major utilities upgrades under the Port of Dover’s new Project Contractors Framework.

14th May 2026

Costain wins Dover utilities contract

14th May 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

The Port of Gdansk has completed the reconstruction and extension of Bytomskie Wharf, strengthening cargo handling capabilities and increasing operational flexibility at the Baltic port.

13th May 2026

Gdansk wharf upgrade completed

13th May 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Forth Ports is progressing a new £8 million investment programme at the Port of Grangemouth as the Scottish logistics hub prepares for future growth in cargo handling, infrastructure modernisation and community engagement.

7th May 2026

Grangemouth marks 60 years with ambitious plans

7th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Port of Dover Cargo has retained its certification to the BRCGS Global Standard for Storage and Distribution, achieving an improved A grade in its latest audit.

6th May 2026

Dover cargo gains top certification

6th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Maintaining competitiveness and a healthy inward investment picture are two strong areas of challenge evident in the recent EU Ports Reform package. There are concerns Mike Mundy reports

5th May 2026

Eu Ports Reform: Not A Slam Dunk

5th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Talking to major container ports in the North Europe region offers an insight into strategies and plans to remain competitive and continuing to support cargo flows. Dean Davison outlines a range of…

5th May 2026

Market Expectations

5th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Digital transition is a core pillar of development for the port industry. Dean Davison assesses projects and approaches currently underway in several North European ports and the rationale for the strategy.

5th May 2026

The Digital Nervous System

5th May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Dmytro Barinov, President of the Ukrainian Ports Association (UKRPort), provides a detailed insight into how to build resilience under wartime operating conditions – the key steps taken by Ukraine are set out.

5th May 2026

Lessons From Ukraine War

5th May 2026

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

AD Ports Group has teamed up with AZCON Holding to explore strategic collaboration across ports, shipping, logistics and digital trade solutions in Azerbaijan.

1st May 2026

AD Ports expands Azerbaijan partnership

1st May 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

CSP Iberian Bilbao Terminal has taken delivery of a new Super Post-Panamax ship-to-shore crane, significantly increasing operational capacity at the Port of Bilbao.

29th April 2026

Bilbao Terminal adds giant crane

29th April 2026