Europe

Major redevelopment construction works costing GB£3m have begun at a UK port to improve accessibility and capability.

Two industry bodies have criticised the European Commission’’s proposal requesting EU member states designate specific ports where crew changes are possible.

A Scandinavian port operator has warned that it will be forced to make redundancies because of the severe negative impact that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is having on its operations.

A Lithuanian port has secured financing which will cover investments up to €68m into reconstruction of its quays.

A UK port has been given the green light to expand following approval of a major planning application.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) could accelerate digitalisation in the shipping industry, a European port has said.

Container handling is set to evolve at a Swedish port following the signing of a contract with a logistics company.

Vital equipment used to protect workers against coronavirus (COVID-19) is running out, a ports trade association has warned.

A new UK bill that could see individual ports temporarily close due to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) should only be used in extreme circumstances, a port body has said.

The first UK port has joined a data-sharing ports partnership that aims to improve efficiency and reduce the costs of trade, as well as carbon emissions.