I hope you had a proper summer break, perchance as a ferry or cruise traveller in our beautiful Baltic Sea region. In its southern parts, the weather was rather summer-ish; but like many things in life, it depends on your liking - of the particular temperature indications, how strongly the wind teases your tangles, or how frequently rain ruins your coiffure altogether. While my Mum would label the summer of 2025 as 'nightmarishly autumn,' I more than enjoyed the long forest treks without the sun boiling my doggies (and my brain, for that matter). And that's also the case with transport & logistics: circumstances alter cases.

Many shipowners face costly and unappealing choices to meet global emission regulations.

The maritime sector is undergoing a profound transformation. Global decarbonisation goals, evolving regulatory frameworks, and rising commercial expectations are redefining ship supply and how systems that support procurement work.

Interferry, the association representing the ferry industry worldwide, urges governments to use their carbon tax revenues to invest in onshore power supply (OPS) infrastructure for battery charging, something critical in the ferry industry's journey towards net-zero emissions.

Traditionally, during the transport logistic trade fair in Munich, we sat with GEODIS to get a taste of the market. This time around of sustainability as we met Virginie Delcroix, the company’s EVP in charge of sustainable development.

One of Nemag's customers, SMT Shipping, has achieved significant transhipment advancements, particularly in West Africa on TSV Conakry Pearl.

The global shipping industry stands at a pivotal point as it prepares for a fresh wave of environmental regulations.

The Baltic Sea has long been a focal point for maritime environmental policy. Designated a Special Area under multiple MARPOL annexes, the region has seen aggressive regulatory efforts to curb emissions, protect marine ecosystems, and modernise port-to-port operations.