Belgium Antwerp Port News Monitoring

‘Like a jolt of adrenaline’: why Antwerp should top the list for a gastronomic weekend

It might seem contrary for a hugely ambitious, double Michelin-starred restaurant to open for only 10 days a month, but Hertog Jan does it, I reckon, because it can. The five-star Botanic Sanctuary hotel — like a country estate that has magically landed in …

Construction site of Antwerp's landmark Boerentoren opens to public

The Boerentoren building site in Antwerp will be opened to the general public from next week, with guided tours lasting three hours. The skyscraper was sold to entrepreneur Fernand Huts’ company Katoen Natie in 2020. In 2022, he announced plans to extend …

Antwerp to host MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Belgium & Luxembourg 2025

The city is your venue – and your next culinary destination submitted by Adam Baggs, Soaring Worldwide Following a successful event in 2024, Antwerp has once again been selected as the host city for the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Belgium & Luxembourg. …

Antwerp Surpasses Rotterdam in Q1 Containers as Ports Fear U.S. Tariffs

In a surprise development, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges surpassed the Port of Rotterdam for container volume during the first quarter of 2025. Traditionally Europe’s second busiest port, Antwerp-Burges highlighted its market share in the Hamburg-Le Havre …

EUROPE: Port of Antwerp-Bruges reports 4% y-o-y decline in cargo throughput in ‘eventful’ Q1

Details Written by Rhys Berry Published: 23 April 2025 The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has reported a 4% year-on-year (y-o-y) decrease in cargo throughput in what it called an ‘eventful’ first quarter of the year. Login to Read more

Port of Antwerp-Bruges: Strong container throughput restricts downturn in an eventful first quarter

In the first quarter of 2025, Port of Antwerp-Bruges handled 67.7 million tonnes of cargo, a drop of 4.0% compared to the same period last year. This decline was largely driven by a sharp decrease in bulk volumes, while container throughput recorded growth …

Maritime Stakeholders Brainstorm On Bridging Gaps To Actualise 24-Hour Port Operations

The who-is-who in the maritime sub-sector of the nation’s economy last Thursday, converged on Lagos to discuss on ways to bridge the gaps militating against 24-hour port operations. The gathering was at the instance of the 5th JournalNG Port Industry Town …

Infrastructure gaps, political inaction stall 24-hour port operations

By Steve Agbota                                    [email protected]   Will Nigerian seaports ever run a 24-hour operation? This is the recurring question on the lips of concerned stakeholders who wonder when the country will join the global shipping …

EUROTRASH Thursday: Pogačar Still Has It!

Tadej Pogačar showed us in Flèche Wallonne that he’s still Mr. Dominant, as Puck Pieterse did the same in the woman’s edition, plus the Tour of the Alps, all with videos, reports, results and the rider’s take on the racing. TOP STORY: ‘Lucho’ Herrera …

Port of Antwerp-Bruges reports 4% decline in cargo volume in Q1 2025

TotalEnergies to shut Antwerp steam cracker, 253 employees may be offered retirement package or internal transfer

Total said the cracker to be shut historically produced most of its ethylene for one major client, who declined to renew a contract expiring in 2027. The French firm will maintain a more recently built steam cracker in operation whose ethylene is entirely …

Port of Antwerp-Bruges suffers throughput drop in Q1

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has handled 67.7 million tonnes of cargo in Q1 2025, down 4 per cent year-over-year (YoY), driven primarily by a sharp drop in bulk volumes. Container throughput, however, saw growth. The port continues to face global headwinds, …

Port of Antwerp-Bruges sees large decrease in bulk volumes in the first quarter of 2025

The Belgian Port of Antwerp-Bruges handled 67.7 million tons of cargo in the first quarter of 2025, a drop of 4.0% compared to the same period last year. According to the official statement by the port, the decline was driven by a "sharp decrease in …

Fall in liquid bulk drives Antwerp’s throughput decline

The port handled 19.1% less LNG, naphtha and gasoline during the first quarter of 2025 Container throughput increased 4.5% in the first quarter, insulating one of Europe’s biggest ports against a larger fall in cargo volume Source: Port of Antwerp-Bruges …

Port of Antwerp: Goods transhipment falls 4 per cent year-on-year in first quarter

The transhipment of goods in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges fell by 4 per cent to 67.7 million tonnes in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, the port authority reported on Tuesday. The impact of US customs duties remains limited so …

Halifax’s role in enabling the Palestinian genocide

For over 250 years, Halifax, NS has been a vital port city—the largest on Canada’s east coast and a key transit point for weapons shipments, including those to Israel.   Among the cargo the city welcomes is ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., an Israeli …

Diesel margins at one-month high amid near-term bullish fundamentals

Asia’s middle distillates market structure firmed further as front-month prices received support from bullish near-term supply-demand fundamentals, with China barrels being offered through the week for May shipment. Talks of tightening supplies remained a …

Our TV critics have picked the 20 best shows and films...

Looking to spend this weekend with the feet up in front of the telly? Our TV experts reveal the 20 best shows and films for you to stream on demand right now...  Flintoff The ex-cricketer reflects on his sporting career, and the crash that nearly ended his …

The World Is Not Prepared: Italian And Brazilian Authorities Warn About Organized Crime In The Digital Environment

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) The meeting focused on the debate about the new modus operandi of criminal organizations, which use the internet and new technologies to expand their illicit activities. Gratteri warned about the ease with which criminals find and …

DEXA Unveils New Logo and Brand Identity Reflecting Airline Status and Innovation in Autonomous Delivery

DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DEXA (Drone Express), a leader in autonomous drone delivery, today announced the launch of a bold new brand identity that reflects the company’s evolution into a certified U.S. air …

Kardex Releases 5th Anniversary Edition of Its Most Downloaded Warehouse Optimization Guide

The 5th Anniversary edition of “55 Best Warehouse Practices” offers fresh insights for warehouse leaders facing modern-day challenges. WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kardex Remstar, a global leader in dynamic storage …

MOL Group signs offtake deal to purchase 10,000 tonnes of CDR credits from Alt Carbon

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd (MOL) and Alt Carbon, a Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) company, announced a landmark deal to permanently remove 10,000 tons of co2 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, …

Dimerco’s May Freight Report Highlights Trade Realignments, Air Capacity Shifts, and Ongoing Tariff Uncertainty

Dimerco’s May report reveals how tariffs, shifting trade routes, and capacity cuts are reshaping global freight flows and logistics strategies. TAIPEI, TAIWAN, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The May 2025 edition of Dimerco Express Group’s Asia- …

Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. – Announcement of 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

ATHENS, Greece, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. (the “Company” or “OET”) (NYSE:ECO / OSE:OET), announced today that it has scheduled its Annual Meeting of Shareholders for May 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Greek time (the “Annual …

Navios Maritime Partners L.P. Announces Cash Distribution of $0.05 per Unit

PIRAEUS, Greece, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Navios Maritime Partners L.P. (“Navios Partners”) (NYSE:NMM) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a cash distribution of $0.05 per unit for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. This …

Billor Expands Network With New Delivery Center in Jacksonville, FL

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Billor, committed to empowering truck drivers to achieve the American Dream through entrepreneurship, today announced the opening of its new Delivery Center in Jacksonville, FL. This important …

Landstar System to Release First Quarter Results on Tuesday, May 13, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Landstar System, Inc. (NASDAQ: LSTR) (“Landstar” or the “Company”) announced today that it has rescheduled its 2025 first quarter earnings release and conference call with analysts and investors for …

Freight Technologies Integrates with Blue Yonder TMS Through Bayer to Optimize Supply Chain Efficiency

HOUSTON, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freight Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FRGT, “Fr8Tech” or the “Company”), a logistics management innovation company, is pleased to announce its integration with supply chain management company Blue Yonder’s …

Saia Reports First Quarter Results

JOHNS CREEK, Ga., April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (Nasdaq: SAIA), a leading transportation provider offering national less-than-truckload (LTL), non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services, today reported first quarter 2025 …

BingEx Limited Files Its 2024 Annual Report on Form 20-F

BEIJING, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BingEx Limited (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FLX), a leading on-demand dedicated courier service provider in China (branded as “FlashEx”), today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal …

Apex Forklift Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence in Forklift Sales, Rentals, and Repairs in Miami

Apex Forklift marks 10 years of top forklift sales, rentals, and repairs in Miami, celebrating with special promotions. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Apex Forklift, a leading provider of forklift solutions in …

Midwest NDIA Compliance Conference to be held May 14, 2025, in Brookfield, WI

Navigating Compliance Risks to Drive Strategic Advantage Conference offers a unique opportunity to gain critical insights into navigating these complexities. BROOKFIELD, WI, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Defense …

'Decoding Maritime Emissions': Trade Tensions and Environmental Pressures Reshape Shipping in Q1 2025

VesselBot's Q1 2025 analysis reveals 19.38% maritime emissions increase despite efficiency gains, as geopolitical tensions reshape global shipping patterns. ATHENS, GREECE, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In its latest quarterly analysis titled …

Small Businesses Shift How They Fund Growth

With bank lending tight and payment cycles long, small businesses are increasingly using factoring to access capital and stay in control of their growth. EL PASO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading invoice funding …

Data & Security at AccuSourceHR

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In April 2024, a major employment screening company suffered a cyberattack that exposed the personal data of more than 3.3 million people. Information like Social Security numbers, …

Plus Packaging Acquires APSTape to Expand Custom Tape Offering

More custom tape options, faster turnaround, and the same trusted service — now under one roof. MADISON, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Plus Packaging, a US-based leader in custom packaging solutions, has officially acquired …

Minutes, Not Days: How ScheduleAI Is Redefining Audit Planning in the Certification & Inspection Industry

AI scheduling tool slashes planning time while improving efficiency in Testing, Inspection and Certification. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Testing Inspection and Certification industry faces mounting pressure …

Trademo Offers Free Tariffs Comparison and Landed Cost Calculator Tool - Access Now

Trademo unveils a free tool that allows trade professionals to verify tariffs and accurately calculate landed costs. Try it free until April 30, 2025. PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trademo, a global leader in supply …

Cofactr Prepares U.S. Manufacturers to Navigate New Tariffs with Automated Documentation and Compliance Management

Supply Chain Management Platform Tracks Millions of Moving Components So Manufacturers Can Accurately Classify Products, Calculate Tariffs and Maintain Records NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cofactr, a source- …