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Afcons Wins Contract for 10 km Breakwater at India's Vadhvan Port
Afcons Infrastructure Ltd has been awarded the construction contract for a 10.14 km breakwater at Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra, marking a significant milestone in the development of one of India's most ambitious new deep-water port projects.
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PowerBank Secures 30 MW Solar and Energy Storage Portfolio Under Safe Harbor Provisions
PowerBank has announced the safe harbor of a 30 MW and 31 MWh distributed solar and energy storage portfolio valued at $74.3 million in construction costs, with projects remaining eligible for significant federal tax incentives.
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Cargo Giants Lend Weight to Inaugural Splash Singapore Conference
Major charterers and cargo interests have joined the programme for the debut Splash Singapore conference, signalling strong commercial backing for what organisers hope will become Asia's premier shipping gathering.
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Global Peace Index 2026: Rising Conflicts and Geopolitical Instability Pose Continued Risks to Maritime Trade Routes
The Institute for Economics and Peace's Global Peace Index 2026 highlights record levels of global conflict, with implications for maritime security, shipping route risk assessments, and vessel insurance premiums worldwide.
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Samsara Resolves Trade Secret Dispute With Former Employee Who Joined Rival Motive
Fleet technology firm Samsara has reached a settlement in a trade secret case involving a former employee who departed to work for competitor Motive, according to FreightWaves.
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EVE Energy Reports 67GWh in New Orders at SNEC 2026, Signalling Growing Appetite for Large-Scale Energy Storage
Chinese battery manufacturer EVE Energy secured over 67GWh in new orders at the SNEC PV Power Conference in Shanghai, underscoring accelerating global demand for utility-scale and industrial energy storage solutions.
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Supertanker Newbuild Orders Reach Record High, Eclipsing 2008 Boom
Global shipowners have placed a record number of orders for new oil supertankers, surpassing the 2008 ordering peak that previously ended in oversupply and a sharp collapse in freight rates.
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Container Market Defies Disruption Fears as Rates Surge and Customs Fraud Cases Mount
Ocean container volumes and freight rates are climbing despite geopolitical headwinds, while a parallel surge in customs fraud whistleblower cases signals growing scrutiny of tariff evasion schemes across global supply chains.
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Seafarer Retention Crisis Looms as Study Finds Half Plan to Quit Within Five Years
A landmark study warns that nearly 50% of today's seafarers intend to leave the profession within five years, raising urgent questions about where the next generation of maritime talent will come from.
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Maritime Industry Briefing: AI Advances in Freight Management
C.H. Robinson expands its AI-driven logistics platform with the introduction of 'Engineer', building on the capabilities of its existing Planner tool deployed in Managed Solutions.
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Richard Kloster Sworn In as New Surface Transportation Board Member
Richard J. Kloster has been officially sworn in as the newest member of the Surface Transportation Board, adding fresh leadership to the federal agency that oversees freight transportation economic regulation.
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Power Knot Launches SBH-90 Stainless Steel Lug Cart for Demanding Waste Management Environments
Power Knot LLC has unveiled the SBH-90, a compact stainless steel lug cart designed for high-hygiene, high-durability applications in organic waste management operations.
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Maritime Industry Briefing: AI-Driven Freight Consolidation and Caribbean Tourism Connectivity
AI-powered freight broker Fura continues its acquisition-led expansion strategy, while the U.S. Virgin Islands highlights growing maritime and tourism connectivity at Caribbean Week in New York City.
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EU Activates Freedom of Navigation Sanctions Against Iran Following Hormuz Restrictions
The European Union has deployed a new sanctions package targeting Iran in the first application of its freedom of navigation sanctions regime, following escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and overnight exchanges between Iran and Israel.
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Maritime Energy Briefing: Landmark LNG Financing, AI-Powered Wave Energy, and the Rise of Mineral Hydrogen
A $3.6 billion financing package for Delfin LNG's first floating LNG vessel headlines a busy week in maritime energy, alongside emerging developments in AI-driven wave energy technology and the growing momentum behind engineered mineral hydrogen.
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Crew Connect Global 2026 Set to Tackle Future of Maritime Crewing in Manila This October
Seatrade Maritime's Crew Connect Global 2026 conference returns to Manila from 20–22 October, bringing together industry leaders to address pressing challenges and emerging trends in maritime crewing.
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Adani Ports Secures Decade-Long Marine Services Contract for Argentina's Inaugural LNG Export Project
India's Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone has won a multi-year marine services contract tied to Argentina's first LNG export venture, marking the conglomerate's strategic entry into the South American market.
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Maritime Freight Briefing: Supreme Court Ruling Reshapes Broker Liability as Tech Sector Drives Logistics Demand
A landmark Supreme Court decision eliminates a key legal shield for freight brokers in carrier selection lawsuits, while fleet technology firm Samsara raises its full-year guidance on the back of surging data centre construction activity.
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Maritime Industry Briefing: Energy Sector Leadership and Environmental Stewardship in Focus
This week's industry briefing covers executive appointments in the renewable energy sector and recognition for environmental reclamation efforts, reflecting broader trends in energy transition and sustainability.
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Maritime Industry Briefing: Automation Investments and Aerospace Milestones Shape Logistics Landscape
Amazon accelerates its European robotics expansion with a $10 billion fulfillment investment, while Otto Aerospace reaches a key FAA certification milestone for its Phantom 3500 aircraft program.
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