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GEODIS Strengthens its Ambitions in the Aerospace and Defense Sectors

October 2, 2025 by

In response to the rapid changes taking place in the international environment and growing logistics needs in the aerospace and defense sectors, GEODIS is accelerating its development in these strategic markets. The Group remains firmly committed to becoming the partner of choice for industrial and institutional players in the sector. To support this ambition, Brigadier General Arnaud Weixler (Ret.) will head GEODIS’s operations in the aerospace and defense sectors.

In a rapidly changing geopolitical and international environment, GEODIS is developing its aerospace and defense business. The Group is seeking to establish a long-term presence in these sectors and become a key player, notably by supporting the growing needs of France’s Defense Industrial and Technological Base (BITD). The modernization of military equipment and the accelerated renewal of army hardware are driving rapid growth in the aerospace and defense markets.

Resulting from the substantial growth in defense and security budgets, increasingly complex and strategic logistics presents challenges that GEODIS is well positioned to address. GEODIS already supports numerous aerospace and defense leaders, providing them with its full range of expertise. With its strong local and international presence, the Group meets a wide range of demanding requirements, including Aircraft on Ground (AOG) logistics requiring the rapid delivery of essential parts and services, oversized special transportation, high value-added warehousing and secure supply chain management.

One of GEODIS’s principal references is KNDS, for which it inaugurated a state-of-the-art automated logistics facility in Montbeugny, central France, in 2023, illustrating the Group’s ability to support the leading players in the sector with innovative and high-performance solutions.

With the aim of achieving these ambitions, the aerospace and defense sectors will now be directed by Brigadier General Arnaud Weixler, whose international expertise and in-depth knowledge of the challenges faced by the sector will be valuable assets for GEODIS. He attended the 121st session of the NATO Defense College and has held senior positions within NATO and the French Army. He has also planned and led numerous logistics operations at home and abroad, working closely with industry as well as relevant private and public entities.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. The Group operates a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 50,000 employees. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

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GEODIS and Hapag-Lloyd strengthen their digital collaboration with the deployment of a real-time solution for integrating their rates.

September 23, 2025 by

GEODIS, a global leader in transport and logistics, and Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world’s leading container shipping companies, announce a significant milestone in their joint digital integration, aimed at accelerating and securing the exchange of rates and service data between their two organizations.

Photo Credit : Hapag-Lloyd

At the core of this collaboration is a Contract API (Application Programming Interface) — a direct, system-to-system digital connection between Hapag-Lloyd’s pricing platform and GEODIS’ global rate database. This interface enables the fully automated and real-time transmission of contracted rates, surcharges, transit times, and service options.

Thanks to this new integration, GEODIS now benefits from instant access to over 75% more Hapag-Lloyd rates than before, significantly reducing manual input and improving operational accuracy. The transition from a processing time of up to five days to instant rate availability marks a major improvement in responsiveness and efficiency across the supply chain.

Commenting on this development, Jan Naumann, Head of Export Trade Europe, Global Ocean Freight at GEODIS, said: “This implementation is more than a technical success: it demonstrates how digital collaboration benefits our customers. We provide them with faster and more accurate data flows, as well as smoother operations, while enhancing our efficiency and responsiveness. It also reflects our shared ambition with Hapag-Lloyd to develop smarter, faster, and more transparent logistics processes through digital innovation.”

Arne Zass, Director Digital Transformation & Automation at Hapag-Lloyd added: “Hapag-Lloyd is delighted to recognize the GEODIS team for their outstanding collaboration on our recent API integration. Their fast execution, expertise, and visionary approach to digitalization have set a new standard for seamless connectivity and customer experience. We truly appreciate the commitment and positive energy the GEODIS team brings to advancing innovative and sustainable logistics solutions together.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. The Group operates a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 50,000 employees. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

GEODIS und Hapag-Lloyd verstärken ihre digitale Zusammenarbeit durch die Einführung einer Echtzeitlösung zur Integration ihrer Tarife

GEODIS, ein weltweit führendes Unternehmen im Bereich Transport und Logistik, und Hapag-Lloyd, eine der global führenden Container-Reedereien, informieren über einen bedeutenden Fortschritt bei der gemeinsamen digitalen Integration. Das Ziel besteht darin, den Austausch von Tarifen und Servicedaten zwischen den beiden Unternehmen zu beschleunigen und sicher zu gestalten.

Das zentrale Element der Kooperation ist eine Contract-API (Application Programming Interface), die als direkte digitale Verbindung zwischen der Preisplattform von Hapag-Lloyd und der globalen Tarifdatenbank von GEODIS dient. Diese Schnittstelle ermöglicht in Echtzeit die vollautomatische Übertragung von Vertragstarifen, Zuschlägen, Transitzeiten und Serviceoptionen.

Dank dieser neuen Integration profitiert GEODIS nun von einem Zugriff in Echtzeit auf über 75 % mehr Hapag-Lloyd-Tarife als zuvor. Dadurch werden manuelle Eingaben erheblich reduziert und die betriebliche Genauigkeit verbessert. Der Übergang von einer Bearbeitungszeit von bis zu fünf Tagen hin zur sofortigen Verfügbarkeit der Tarife stellt eine bedeutende Verbesserung der Reaktionsfähigkeit und Effizienz entlang der gesamten Lieferkette dar.

Jan Naumann, Head of Export Trade Europe, Global Ocean Freight, bei GEODIS, kommentiert diese Entwicklung wie folgt: „Die Implementierung ist mehr als nur ein technischer Erfolg. Sie verdeutlicht, wie unsere Kunden von der digitalen Zusammenarbeit profitieren. Wir bieten ihnen schnellere und genauere Datentransfers sowie optimierte Abläufe und verbessern gleichzeitig unsere Effizienz und Reaktionsfähigkeit. Das spiegelt auch unser gemeinsames Ziel wider, mit Hapag-Lloyd durch digitale Innovationen intelligentere, schnellere und transparentere Logistikprozesse zu entwickeln.“

Arne Zass, Director Digital Transformation & Automation, bei Hapag-Lloyd, ergänzt: „Wir freuen uns über die Fortschritte, die im Rahmen dieser Partnerschaft erzielt wurden, und sind mit dem Ergebnis äußerst zufrieden. Die erfolgreiche Implementierung dieser API-Lösung unterstreicht unser gemeinsames Engagement für gegenseitiges Wachstum mit unserem strategischen Partner GEODIS. Sie stärkt zudem die Integration und führt letztlich zu einer Vereinfachung der Geschäftsabläufe.“

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS ist einer der weltweit führenden Logistikdienstleister, bekannt für seine Expertise in allen Bereichen der Lieferkette. Als Wachstumspartner seiner Kunden hat sich GEODIS auf vier Geschäftsbereiche spezialisiert: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport und European Road Network. Sein globales Netzwerk mit ca. 50.000 Mitarbeitern erstreckt sich über 170 Länder. 2024 erwirtschaftete GEODIS einen Umsatz von 11,3 Milliarden Euro. GEODIS ist ein Unternehmen der SNCF-Gruppe.

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Two More Deck Carriers: SAL Heavy Lift Expands Fleet with Semi-Submersible Vessels MV Sun Shine and MV Sun Rise

September 23, 2025 by

SAL Heavy Lift is pleased to announce a further expansion of its deck carrier fleet. The German heavy lift and engineering specialist has acquired two semi-submersible deck carriers, MV Sun Shine and MV Sun Rise, from former owner Pan Ocean (Korea). Both vessels are scheduled for delivery in Europe between October 2025 and April 2026 and will be commercially operated as part of the JSI Alliance.

This step follows SAL Heavy Lift’s successful long-term charter of the semi-submersible deck carriers MV Zhong Ren 121 and MV Zhong Ren 122 in 2023. With the new acquisitions, SAL is doubling its capacity in this specialised segment.

“We’ve listened closely to our clients during the operation of the Zhong Ren vessels and recognised a growing demand for additional tonnage and greater operational flexibility,” says Matthieu Moerman, Director Renewables & Offshore at the JSI Alliance. “With four vessels now in this segment, we can offer our clients even more robust services and tailored solutions for large-scale and complex projects. Notably, MV Sun Shine is among the few deck carriers worldwide built outside China, giving us greater flexibility regarding tariffs and trade regulations.”

Key features of MV Sun Shine:

  • Built in Korea, 2008
  • Deadweight tonnage (DWT): 17,113 t
  • Deck size: 148 x 48 m
  • Semi-submersible capabilities for transporting floating cargo
  • Maximum submerged deck draught: 7.05 m
  • Uniform deck strength: 18 t/m²
  • Average service speed: 9 knots
  • Fully equipped for worldwide operations

Key features of MV Sun Rise:

  • Built in China, 2012
  • Deadweight tonnage (DWT): 24,629 t
  • Deck size: 134 x 44 m
  • Semi-submersible capabilities for floating cargo transport
  • Maximum submerged deck draught: 7.5 m
  • Uniform deck strength: 20 t/m²
  • Average service speed: 9.5 knots
  • Fully equipped for worldwide operations

Following the takeover, the ships will be renamed MV Luisa (Sun Shine) and MV Alma (Sun Rise), named after the daughters of two Harren Group colleagues.

Dr Martin Harren, CEO of the Harren Group and SAL Heavy Lift, elaborates on the strategic intent behind the fleet expansion: “These two vessels are of significant importance to our group. They enable us to broaden our service spectrum – from smaller MPP vessels with lifting capacities of 300 t and 7,700 DWT to large semi-submersible deck carriers with almost 25,000 DWT. This puts us in a position to cover the entire scope of the MPP and heavy lift sector and to provide our clients with the right tonnage from the most capable fleet in the world.”

SAL Heavy Lift is not only strengthening its fleet in the deck carrier segment: to meet the growing demand in this highly specialised market, the company will also expand its sales, engineering, and operations teams in Hamburg, Rotterdam, and Singapore.

About SAL Heavy Lift:
SAL Heavy Lift is one of the world’s leading carriers, specialising in the maritime transport of heavy lift and project cargo. Operating a modern fleet of specialised vessels, SAL Heavy Lift provides highly flexible solutions for both project shipping and offshore operations.

The fleet features service speeds of up to 20 knots, dynamic positioning systems, Fly-Jib capability, 1A ice class rating, up to 3,500 square metres of unobstructed main deck space, and combined crane capacities ranging from 550 to 2,000 tonnes, making it one of the most advanced in the heavy lift sector.

Together with Intermarine, SAL Heavy Lift operates approximately 75 MPP and super heavy lift vessels (as of mid-2026), employing more than 1,200 people worldwide and maintaining a strong international presence with 27 offices across 23 countries. These capabilities enable SAL Heavy Lift to deliver comprehensive global heavy lift and project cargo services.

As a member of the Harren Group, SAL Heavy Lift upholds the highest standards of quality, technical innovation, health, safety, and environmental performance. Its latest investment in the Orca Class newbuilding programme sets new standards in the adoption of green technologies within the maritime industry.

In partnership with Jumbo Shipping, SAL Heavy Lift and Intermarine jointly operate the marketing platform JSI Alliance, further strengthening their position in the market. The JSI Alliance fleet comprises around 85 MPP, heavy lift and offshore vessels.

Filed Under: Harren & Partner

“K” Line : SEAGATE CORPORATION Concludes Agreement on Construction of Electric Tugboat

September 17, 2025 by

SEAGATE CORPORATION CO., LTD. (SGC), a consolidated subsidiary of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE), officially concluded an agreement today with Kanagawa Dockyard Co., Ltd. (Kanagawa Dockyard) on the construction of an electric tugboat (EV tug, with EV standing for electric vessel) powered by a large-capacity lithium-ion battery.

SGC has discussed the detailed design of the tugboat with Kanagawa Dockyard and equipment manufacturers in accordance with the hybrid EV tug construction plan*1 announced in July 2022. The anticipated specifications have recently been achieved due to the downsizing of the tugboat’s equipment and the improvement of maintenance performance resulting from introduction of a newly developed domestic technology, leading to the construction agreement with Kanagawa Dockyard.

The tugboat will have a hybrid EV system incorporating many new technologies which have not previously been used in domestic tugboats into its drive motors, swing devices, current control systems and other components. It is equipped with a power generator to be used when the battery does not have enough remaining electricity during the operation of the electric propulsion system which is primarily powered by the lithium-ion battery. This significantly reduces the consumption of fossil fuels and the amount of carbon dioxide emissions compared to tugboats equipped with conventional main engines fueled by heavy oil. The project is highly regarded for its innovative technologies, leading to the decision to choose it to be a demonstration project linked to the 2025 subsidy for the rationalization of energy consumption and the shift to non-fossil energy in the transportation sector (a project promoting the innovative streamlining of coastal shipping and the shift to non-fossil sources of energy), provided by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The project will proactively seek to achieve the decarbonization of the coastal ship industry.

The tugboat is scheduled for completion in the latter half of 2027 and will be deployed at the Port of Tokuyama-Kudamatsu in Yamaguchi prefecture, which seeks to become the hub for the supply of clean energy as it sits in front of one of West Japan’s largest chemical complexes. The tugboat will facilitate the arrival and departure of ships at the port, and it will also engage in security operations, contributing to the establishment of a carbon neutral port (CNP).

The “K” LINE Group develops and operates the DRIVE GREEN NETWORK system for promoting the Group’s environmental management activities in line with its long-term environmental policy, “K” LINE Environmental Vision 2050: Blue Seas for the Future.*2 The Group as a whole works together to protect the environment. The “K” LINE Group will continue to support the decarbonization of society and contribute to the enrichment of people’s lives.

(*1) SGC Hybrid EV Tug Construction Plan (announced in July 2022)

https://www.kline.co.jp/en/news/csr/csr-20200722.html

(*2) “K” LINE Environmental Vision 2050: Blue Seas for the Future

As part of our action plan to reduce GHG, we are engaged in a number of initiatives, for instance introducing zero-emission fuels such as ammonia and hydrogen fuels, and carbon-neutral fuels such as bio-LNG and synthetic fuels.https://www.kline.co.jp/en/sustainability/environment/management.html

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GEODIS Appointments

September 17, 2025 by

Marie-Christine Lombard, CEO of GEODIS, has appointed Amaury Valicon, Executive Vice President Europe effective November 1st. He replaces in this role Thomas Kraus.

Since joining GEODIS in 2017, Amaury Valicon has served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer. He will continue to report directly to Marie-Christine Lombard and remain a member of the COMEX.

Amaury Valicon

Marc Meier, with over 30 years of international experience (DACHSER, Senator International, Fr. Meyer’s Sohn, Kühne+Nagel), becomes Managing Director Germany-Austria-Switzerland on October 1st.

Maurizio Bortolan, former executive at BRT (Geopost), MAERSK and Number 1, takes over as Managing Director Italy on October 1st.

Marc Meier and Maurizio Bortolan will report to Amaury Valicon. These appointments strengthen GEODIS’ European leadership and support its growth ambition.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. The Group operates a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 50,000 employees. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

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JSI Alliance Expands Presence with New Office in BilbaoServing the Iberian Project and Heavy Lift Market

September 16, 2025 by

The new office in the northern Spanish shipping and logistics hub will handle commercial representation and provide port agency services across Spain, Portugal, and North Africa. This branch, established in cooperation between Noatum Maritime Services and SAL Heavy Lift, will serve the entire MPP and heavy lift fleet of the JSI Alliance.

“We are delighted to have found the ideal partners in SAL Heavy Lift and the JSI Alliance to further advance our growth strategy in port agency services,” said Terry Gidlow, CEO of Noatum Maritime Services. “Both sides bring decades of experience in the international project and heavy lift sector and complement each other perfectly – a truly ideal match.”

Noatum Maritime Services is a division of Noatum Maritime, a leading provider of port and agency services across the Eastern and Western Mediterranean, with a growing presence in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Noatum Maritime itself leads the Maritime & Shipping activities of AD Ports Group.

Dr Martin Harren, CEO of SAL Heavy Lift, Intermarine, and the Harren Group, underlined the importance of the new partnership: “Having an outstanding team led by Josu Iturri in Bilbao, and working closely with Noatum Maritime Services, will play a key role in our future development. Our strong presence in North and South America will become even more closely connected with European ports, as many transatlantic routes pass through Iberia. In light of our planned fleet expansion, strengthening our activities in Spain is a logical step – and with Noatum Maritime Services, we have exactly the right partner at our side.”

The combined JSI Alliance fleet – comprising Jumbo Shipping, SAL Heavy Lift and Intermarine – is recognised as a global leader in project and heavy lift logistics. With lifting capacities of up to 3,000 tonnes, it offers customers virtually unlimited possibilities. In just a few weeks, the first of five Orca Class vessels will be commissioned. The Orcas will be the most efficient and modern heavy lift ships in the world.

The new JSI Alliance representative office on the Iberian Peninsula will initially serve the Spanish, Portuguese, and North African markets, with plans to expand activities into Turkey and later the Middle East.

About Noatum Maritime Services:

Noatum Maritime Services is part of Noatum Maritime, an industry leader with an integrated portfolio spanning shipping, offshore and subsea operations, marine services, drydocking and shipbuilding, as well as agency and logistics solutions. Noatum Maritime Services provides end-to-end support across the full maritime value chain.

With a physical presence in 77 ports across 17 countries, and service coverage extending to 814 ports in 118 countries, the company combines a strong global footprint with deep local expertise. Its services include port operations, commercial liner and ship representation, and specialised solutions tailored to the diverse requirements of international clients.

Serving a broad range of stakeholders – from cargo owners, traders and miners to oil majors, ship owners, operators and managers – Noatum Maritime Services handles all major cargo types, including containers, dry bulk, breakbulk, project cargo, crude oil, refined products, natural gas and passenger traffic.

The company sets itself apart through deep domain expertise, long-standing local relationships and a nuanced understanding of regional dynamics and risks. Leveraging the strength and reach of its wider ecosystem, Noatum Maritime Services delivers value-added, integrated solutions designed to support complex maritime operations worldwide.

About SAL Heavy Lift:
SAL Heavy Lift is one of the world’s leading carriers, specialising in the maritime transport of heavy lift and project cargo. Operating a modern fleet of specialised vessels, SAL Heavy Lift provides highly flexible solutions for both project shipping and offshore operations.

The fleet features service speeds of up to 20 knots, dynamic positioning systems, Fly-Jib capability, 1A ice class rating, up to 3,500 square metres of unobstructed main deck space, and combined crane capacities ranging from 550 to 2,000 tonnes, making it one of the most advanced in the heavy lift sector.

Together with Intermarine, SAL Heavy Lift operates approximately 75 MPP and super heavy lift vessels (as of mid-2026), employing more than 1,200 people worldwide and maintaining a strong international presence with 27 offices across 23 countries. These capabilities enable SAL Heavy Lift to deliver comprehensive global heavy lift and project cargo services.

As a member of the Harren Group, SAL Heavy Lift upholds the highest standards of quality, technical innovation, health, safety, and environmental performance. Its latest investment in the Orca Class newbuilding programme sets new standards in the adoption of green technologies within the maritime industry.

In partnership with Jumbo Shipping, SAL Heavy Lift and Intermarine jointly operate the marketing platform JSI Alliance, further strengthening their position in the market. The JSI Alliance fleet comprises around 85 MPP, heavy lift and offshore vessels.

Filed Under: SAL Heavy Lift

Changes to the GEODIS Management Board

September 16, 2025 by

GEODIS, world leader in transport and logistics, continues to focus on innovation and transformation with the creation of a new department dedicated to artificial intelligence. The GEODIS Management Board, which is chaired by Marie-Christine Lombard, will be strengthened through two new strategic appointments:

  • David-Olivier Tarac has been appointed Executive Vice President Artificial Intelligence
  • Carole Besnard has been appointed Group Chief Financial Officer.
Carole Besnard (Photo Credit is Thomas Laisné)
David-Olivier Tarac (Photo Credit is Thomas Laisné)

GEODIS confirms its determination to make artificial intelligence a key part of its strategy. A new department dedicated to AI has been formed within the Group, which will play a pivotal part in the transformation of GEODIS. This positions AI as a driver of performance, process simplification and innovation across all its Lines of Business. The initiative will enable GEODIS to harness the power of AI to accelerate its transformation and drive sustainable growth for its customers and partners throughout the world.

This new strategic department will be headed by David-Olivier Tarac. He joined GEODIS in July 2022 as Deputy Group CFO and was appointed Chief Financial Officer in January 2023. He is a graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique and the Ecole des Mines de Paris.

David-Olivier will be replaced as Group Chief Financial Officer by Carole Besnard, who has served as Deputy CFO since 2018. Thanks to her leadership and strategic vision, she will pursue  the ongoing transformation of the finance function, with the aim of strengthening performance management and of continuous improvement.

Carole has acquired over 25 years of experience in finance. She first worked in an audit firm, before taking positions with Keolis and SNCF. She joined GEODIS in 2012 as Head of accounting studies and methods. In 2014, she transferred to SNCF Logistics as Director of Accounting and Internal restructuring. She returned to the GEODIS Finance department in 2017 as Group Accounting and Internal Control Director . Since 2018 she has held the position of Deputy Group CFO. Carole is a graduate of the Burgundy School of Business.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com 

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. The Group operates a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 50,000 employees. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

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2025 Customer Survey: GEODIS Reports Significant Increase in Customer Satisfaction Results

September 16, 2025 by

Each year, GEODIS surveys its customers to gather their feedback on satisfaction. The 2025 survey, conducted between April 24 and June 2, was available in 16 languages and sent to more than 60,000 customers worldwide. With over 9,000 completed questionnaires — a record response rate of 15% — GEODIS received 800 more responses than last year. This high level of participation enhances both the representativeness and the relevance of the insights obtained.

The results highlight a particularly high overall satisfaction level of 92%, illustrating the trust placed by customers in GEODIS and confirming the strength and quality of the relationship between GEODIS and its clients worldwide.

The Net Promoter Score (NPS) also shows a significant increase, rising from +36 last year to +39 in 2025, reflecting a greater willingness among customers to recommend GEODIS.

Furthermore, customers highlight a streamlined experience that allows them to save time and better manage their operations. GEODIS teams standout for their commitment to resolving issues quickly and efficiently as they arise.

The satisfaction level reached a record 94% in Commercial Relations, confirming the quality of interactions and the attention given to customers’ needs.

To ensure the reliability and independence of the results, GEODIS entrusted the execution of this survey to IPSOS, which also ensures full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. The Group operates a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 50,000 employees. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

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Leading supplier of crane cabins joins ICHCA

September 16, 2025 by

Metagro, a leading designer and manufacturer of high quality crane cabins and operating chairs has joined the ranks of the International Cargo Handling Organisation (ICHCA), which is committed to improve the safe working environment of all those handling cargo throughout the international maritime supply chain

10th September 2025

Metagro and ICHCA share a very clear vision to practice all aspects of global cargo handling in a safe, efficient, productive and environmentally  responsible way.  High-quality precision equipment and best operating practices are key to achieving and maintaining this vision. ICHCA is therefore delighted to announce the crane cabin and operating chair manufacturer as a new Member.

Speaking on behalf of Metagro, Andreas van Meeteren, Commercial Director commented, “We are constantly seeking to improve crane productivity and operator welfare.  Above all we strive for the highest standard of safety.  In this we recognise the goals of ICHCA are in line with our own.  Moreover, we believe progress on all three fronts can only be achieved by close cooperation and knowledge transfer with the end-users of our equipment. The ICHCA Membership encompasses terminal operators and workforce representatives and thus provide us with a perfect forum for such discussions.” 

Metagro envisions a future where ergonomics and technology come together to support operators worldwide. Its workstations and cabins are designed not only to meet today’s requirements, but also anticipate future developments. By continuous innovation and investment in ergonomics, the aim is to achieve a situation where every operator can work safely, comfortably and efficiently.

Metagro is well-known throughout the industry for supplying the unique cabin roof mounted Ergoseat, used in container handling throughout the world for decades. Having amalgamated with Merford, the original developer of this ergonomic crane control station, Metagro continues to refine its design to give operators more visibility and ergonomic flexibility resulting in greater productivity and less physical stress.

ICHCA is well-placed to assist Metagro in achieving its goals as it is  proud to have a diverse cadre of members. This fuels not just the strength but also a union of purpose, and is vital in enabling ICHCA to be a relevant influence across all aspects of safety throughout the cargo handling industry and around the world.

“We welcome the addition of Metagro to our professional community.  A member which has such a clear commitment to safety and is proactively striving for the health and safety of the workforce is a considerable asset to ICHCA in achieving true collaboration between all parties involved in our sector, said Richard Steele, ICHCA’s CEO.  “The multi-faceted working environment of the cargo handling industry needs such teamwork in bringing beneficial solutions to the industry’s risk mitigation challenges.”

About ICHCA International

Established in 1952, ICHCA International is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the safety, productivity and efficiency of cargo handling and movement worldwide. ICHCA’s privileged NGO status enables it to represent its members, and the cargo handling industry at large, in front of national and international agencies and regulatory bodies, while its Technical Panel provides best practice advice and develops publications on a wide range of practical cargo handling issues.


Operating through a series of national and regional chapters, including ICHCA Australia, ICHCA Japan and plus Correspondence and Working Groups, ICHCA provides a focal point for informing, educating, lobbying and networking to improve knowledge and best practice across the cargo handling chain.

www.ichca.com

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“K” LINE, Yinson Production and Harbour Energy to jointly identify optimal development solutions for Havstjerne CO2 storage licence and work to increase maturity of solutions

September 8, 2025 by

“K” LINE ENERGY SHIPPING (UK) LIMITED (KLES), a London-based subsidiary of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE), and Havstjerne ANS (HANS) an unlimited liability incorporated partnership of Harbour Energy Norge AS (Norwegian subsidiary of Harbour Energy, an oil and gas company in the UK) and Stella Maris CCS AS (a wholly owned subsidiary of the Yinson Production) have entered into an agreement to jointly identify the transportation, injection and storage solutions best suited for the Havstjerne CO2 storage licence on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and work to increase the maturity of these solutions.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), KLES and HANS will collaborate to optimize technical and commercial solutions for a marine-based CO2 value chain based on a floating storage and injection unit (FSIU) and liquefied CO2 carriers and bring these solutions to maturity. The two companies will leverage their expertise in liquefied CO2 transportation, injection, and subsurface storage to provide a robust and cost-effective CO2 transport and storage service to emitters participating in the Havstjerne CO2 value chain.

An illustration of an FSIU (in the foreground) receiving cargo from a LCO2 carrier (in the background)


For CCS projects worldwide, offshore sequestration is a safe and efficient way of permanently storing large volumes of CO2. FSIUs are well suited to serve as safe, reliable and cost-efficient solutions in offshore CCS projects where it is difficult to secure sufficient land for an onshore CO2 receiving terminal, or where the distance between the receiving terminal and the offshore storage site would require an extended pipeline. The Havstjerne licence is in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea, approximately 100 km southwest of Egersund and within relative proximity to key ports in Northern Europe. It is 60% owned by Harbour Energy (the operator) and 40% owned by Stella Maris CCS AS, a unit of Yinson Production.

Yinson Production operates a fleet of floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) and floating storage and offloading (FSO) vessels and has extensive expertise in engineering, design, and operations in the offshore energy sector. Since 2021, Yinson Production has been steadily developing its carbon value chain, with direct investments in carbon capture technologies.

The “K” LINE Group has a long history and diverse track record in the owning, operation and management of liquefied gas carriers. Since 2024, KLES has managed two liquefied CO2 carriers for the world’s first commercial CO2 transport and storage service. In line with “K” LINE Environmental Vision 2050, the “K” LINE Group’s long-term environmental policy, the “K” LINE Group is actively promoting various initiatives with the goal of supporting its own decarbonisation efforts and those of society. “K” LINE will push forward with its CCS business with the aim of achieving a sustainable society and enhancing its corporate value.

About Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE)

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) founded in 1919 is one of the largest shipping companies in the world. “K” LINE has a long history and diversified track-record in ownership and technical management of liquefied gas carriers since delivering its first LPG carrier in 1974 and first LNG carrier in 1983. Based on such extensive experience of safe navigation and cargo operation of liquefied gas carriers, “K” LINE will contribute to safety and reliable liquefied CO2 transportation in the new CCS market. “K” LINE Group, as a globally trusted logistics company rooted in the shipping industry, will continue to work toward realizing low-carbon and carbon-free business operations and supporting decarbonization of society as a whole in order to realize a sustainable society and increase its corporate value, based on its corporate philosophy of “helping make the lives of people more affluent”.

About Yinson Production

“Passionately delivering powerful solutions”

Yinson Production is a leading independent owner and operator of floating production, storage and offloading (“FPSO”) vessels worldwide. With a current fleet of 10 vessels, Yinson Production has an order book of over USD 19 billion until 2048 and global presence in 10 countries.

Yinson Production’s position as a top tier FPSO contractor is driven by its excellent track record in project execution, industry-leading safety and uptime performance, and a leadership position in sustainable FPSO designs. Yinson Production’s innovative Zero Emissions FPSO Concept is paving the way for the decarbonisation of the FPSO industry.

Yinson Production is a business of Yinson Holdings Berhad, a global energy infrastructure company active in offshore energy with Yinson Production, renewable energy with Yinson Renewables, and green technologies with Yinson GreenTech.

About Harbour Energy

Harbour Energy has built a unique position as one of the world’s largest and most geographically diverse independent oil and gas companies, with operations spread across five continents. It is producing between 460,000 and 475,000 barrels of oil equivalent (2025 guidance) per day with significant production in Norway, the UK, Germany, Argentina and North Africa. With low GHG emissions intensity and a leading CO2 storage position in Europe, Harbour remains committed to producing oil and gas safely and responsibly to help meet the world’s energy needs.

Harbour is headquartered in London with approximately 3,400 employees and direct contract staff across its operations and offices.

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