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US regional news round-up: California
A focus on a handful of companies with sites in California.
Dockside environmental news: Decarbonising Europe
We report on TEC Container joining Alianza Net-Zero Mar, promoting decarbonisation and electrification in the maritime sector in Spain, and Parker Hannifin launching a network of Certified Mobile Electrification Centers across the continent.
UK lifting firm signs deal for Singapore distribution centre
UK lifting products firm William Hackett has partnered with Lam Hong to open a dedicated distribution centre in Singapore.
Axess Technologies Signs Frame Agreement With Golar Lng
Axess Technologies has won a long-term framework agreement with Golar LNG, a prominent player in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry.
Liebherr Celebrates Ten Years In Miami
Liebherr USA, the US arm of European multinational Liebherr, is celebrating, the ten-year anniversary of its Miami branch. Liebherr’s commitment to the US market began in 1970 with the construction of two manufacturing facilities and its North American headquarters located in Newport News, Virginia. Over the years, the company has opened multiple sales and service corporate offices throughout the country.
Columbus McKinnon releases next-generation variable frequency drives
Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO), a designer and manufacturer of intelligent motion solutions, products and technologies for material handling, has announced the release of its next-generation digital power and motion control technology for material handling applications.
P&O Maritime Logistics Wins Towage Contract
P&O Maritime Logistics has secured an exclusive towage contract with DP World in the Dominican Republic, which will increase the volume and size of vessels calling at the Port of Caucedo.
Mastercab Port Simulator Ready-To-Ship
CM Labs Simulations has announced its MasterCab, full-immersion training simulator is available to ship. The MasterCab is a training solution that develops operational skills, muscle memory and spatial intelligence. This allows port terminals to safely and effectively assess and train new operators and prepare personnel for new equipment and processes.
Vahle Celebrates 111 Years In Business
Paul Vahle GmbH & Co KG celebrated 111 years of company history at the Erlebnisreich Campus in Lünen, Germany, in September. The firm – a system provider for mobile industrial applications that counts automated storage and retrieval systems for high-bay warehouses as well as a range of cranes among its line-up of solutions – was founded in 1912 by Paul Vahle and celebrated the special anniversary with around 650 guests.
Mitsui Receives Order For 30 Cargo Handling Cranes From Vietnam
Japanese firm Mitsui E&S has received an order from the Port of Haiphong in Vietnam for six ship-to-shore (STS) gantry cranes and 24 rubber-tyred gantry cranes.