Saudi Arabia has signed long-term port concession agreements worth over $586 million with two major global operators. Beyond infrastructure, this deal sends a powerful signal: Riyadh is quietly laying the groundwork for the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), despite a region increasingly defined by geopolitical flashpoints. If you liked this post, please consider donating5€10€20€50€ The post Saudi Arabia port agreements suggest strategic commitment despite regional turmoil appeared first on Container News.

Port of Barcelona Management Board has approved four strategic initiatives to enhance competitiveness, expand logistics capacity, advance sustainability, and modernize facilities. At first, Terminal Investments Limited will acquire 50 % of Terminal Catalunya (Tercat) from Barcelona Europe South Terminal. The deal preserves Tercat’s open-access ethos and includes safeguards to ensure non-discriminatory service, quality standards, and […] The post Port of Barcelona strengthens position as investment magnet with new agreements appeared first on Container News.

In a major step toward advancing Saudi Arabia’s logistics infrastructure, the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed privatization contracts for multipurpose cargo terminals at eight ports across the Kingdom. The agreements, structured under a 20-year Build-Operate-Transfer model, were signed in collaboration with the National Center for Privatization, with total private sector investments exceeding SAR 2.2 […] The post Mawani signs privatization contracts for cargo terminals at eight Saudi ports appeared first on Container News.

The biopharma industry is increasingly focusing on sustainability, driven by a global push towards eco-friendly practices. As environmental concerns rise, companies are urged to minimize their carbon footprint while maintaining efficiency. Emerging technologies play a critical role in transforming traditional systems into greener alternatives. In recent years, the biopharma industry has recognized the need to […] The post Greening biopharma supply chains with sustainable shipping solutions appeared first on Container News.

Econowind has successfully installed four VentoFoils on the chemical tanker, operated by Danish shipping company Uni-Tankers. The ATEX-certified suction wing units were installed in just four days at the Port of Rotterdam, demonstrating their efficiency and ease of integration. This marks the fourth tanker to be equipped with Econowind’s VentoFoils, bringing the company’s total installations […] The post Econowind installs wind propulsion system on Uni-Tankers appeared first on Container News.