Business

Euroviews. The Red Sea conflict may see Europe's economic concerns heighten

All the goods and merchandise travelling by container will not only reach their destination late but prices will now reflect increased costs. This will mean higher prices on shelves which, in turn, will lead to an overall increase in inflation, Osama Rizvi writes.

15 January 2024

Denmark

Clean-up begins after Maersk loses shipping containers in North Sea

The clean-up has begun on Danish beaches after dozens of Maersk shipping containers were lost at sea due to stormy weather.

27 December 2023

Netherlands

How did a cargo ship catch fire off the coast of the Netherlands?

The blaze follows a similar incident on an Italian cargo ship carrying hundreds of vehicles earlier this month. Two firefighters from the US state of New Jersey were killed in that fire.

26 July 2023

United Kingdom

25 injured as docked ship topples over in Scottish port

The Scottish Ambulance Service said 15 people were taken to hospital, while 10 others were treated and discharged at the scene.

22 March 2023

Europe News

EU plans naval exercises to protect critical maritime infrastructure

"Our seas are of strategic importance," Commissioner Environment, Oceans and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius said.

10 March 2023

Partner content

Technology, change and people: The ingredients of a successful transformation at Maersk

Partner content presented by SAP

Shipping giant Maersk says business process innovation, automation, and increasing collaboration between suppliers and operators will help to create a greener and more competitive future for global trade.

16 January 2023

Belgium

Record cocaine seizures in Belgian port of Antwerp last year

The Belgian port of Antwerp takes over from Rotterdam as Europe's leading port for cocaine seizures

10 January 2023

Ocean

Electric and modular: can these clean ships outcompete diesel?

In partnership with the European Commission

Electric and modular: can these clean ships outcompete diesel?

21 December 2022

Ocean

Full green ahead: Can the shipping industry ditch diesel for electric?

In partnership with the European Commission

Shipping is one of the world's most polluting industries, but change may be coming.

20 December 2022

Global Japan

Is ammonia the future for clean shipping?

In partnership with The Government of Japan

It’s versatile and abundant and you can store and transport it. Ammonia is seen by many as a future source of clean energy.

7 November 2022

World News

Economic impact of Danube drought on commercial navigation

Deavastating drought led to critically low water-levels of the Danube, making commercial navigation extremely difficult and adding further obstacles to trade sectors already affected by the war in Ukraine.

1 November 2022

Ukraine

Cargo ship with 1,000 tonnes of Ukraine aid sets sail from Marseille

France is sending its largest shipment of aid to Ukraine since Russia invaded its smaller neighbour in late February.

29 September 2022

Ecotech

Belfast’s new ‘flying’ ferry will cut commuter times and emissions

The high-tech design uses underwater wings to lift the vessel above the water and make it more fuel efficient.

28 September 2022

Italy

Fierce local opposition in Tuscan town to floating LNG Terminal

More than half of the local residents, including the Mayor of Tuscan town, Piombino, are fiercely opposed to a floating LNG Terminal. The plan was to try and meet Italy's energy needs and reduce dependency on Russia, but is now at risk over fears of economic and environmental impact.

22 September 2022

Romania

Ukraine war: Drifting mines pose deadly threat in Black Sea waters

Romania’s navy is on high alert after two Ukrainian sea mines drifted into their territorial waters.

11 August 2022

Mobility

Could this electric 'seaglider' be faster and cheaper than ferries?

The company behind this new type of vehicle says they hope to be carrying commercial passengers from port to port by 2025.

1 August 2022

Euronews Witness

New routes: how is Ukraine getting its grain out?

Euronews' Hans von der Brelie travels to Romania and Ukraine to witness firsthand the frantic efforts to get Ukraine's grain out of the country.

15 July 2022

Mobility

Can new tech help the cruise industry have a cleaner future?

From using new fuels to reducing waste and sourcing greener materials, cruise liners are trying to clean up their carbon footprint – and their reputation.

21 June 2022

Partner content

Modern Pirates hack superyachts' cybersecurity

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Cyber security and hydrogen-powered boats were the big themes at this year's Dubai International Boat Show. Sci-tech went to find out more.

11 April 2022

Spotlight

Free and open Indo-Pacific

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Toamasina port in Madagascar is being expanded, helped by funding and expertise from Japan

25 March 2022