⭕ WSC urges tighter battery cargo rules as container fire risks grow

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11 September 2026

WSC urges tighter battery cargo rules as container fire risks grow

The #WorldShippingCouncil is urging governments to tighten #LithiumBattery cargo rules as rising volumes expose a regulatory gap that can leave…

UK sets 40% rail freight growth target by 2040 under GBR

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#Cyprus, #Greece, #Malta and #Italy strengthen maritime coordination as ministers focus on European shipping competitiveness, decarbonisation and upcoming #EU and…

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#Gondan has launched its largest vessel yet, a 120 metre OESV for #ØstensjøRederi, adding future capacity for #OffshoreWind, subsea construction,…

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