Eimskip’s board has approved contracts for two new 2,280 TEU container vessels, along with a ten-year time charter through its German affiliate, ElbFeeder. The vessels will operate on the company’s Blue Line, connecting Reykjavík with Rotterdam and Teesport in the UK. The investment comes as demand for fresh cargo continues to rise, fueled by exports […] The post Eimskip signs agreement for two new container vessels appeared first on Container News.

BNSF Railway has opened a new 42-acre intermodal facility in Oklahoma City. The project was developed in partnership with Hobby Lobby, which sought a faster and more economical way to move loaded containers from Los Angeles and Long Beach to its distribution centers in Oklahoma. The facility, set to begin operations in mid-November, is expected […] The post BNSF opens new Oklahoma City intermodal facility appeared first on Container News.

Damen has adapted its Fast Crew Supplier (FCS) 2710 for oil and gas operations. The vessel, widely used in offshore wind, is now ready to transfer up to 100 personnel plus crew. The FCS 2710 sails up to 1,200 nautical miles and reaches 25 knots. Damen says it offers a faster, safer, and cheaper option […] The post Damen adapts FCS 2710 for oil & gas operations appeared first on Container News.

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has launched a new risk-based notation, Fire (C, Risk), to improve fire safety on container ships. The notation helps designers, shipyards, owners, and operators plan next-generation vessels or update existing fleets. Fire (C, Risk) comes with guidance to help shipowners and operators choose effective, best-practice fire mitigation measures. Each solution is tailored […] The post LR launches risk-based fire safety notation for container ships appeared first on Container News.