Felixstowe, the UK largest container port, has announced a £450m investment in equipment upgrades. The plan includes 8 new ship-to-shore cranes and 40 automated guided vehicles. After completion in 2027, the annual handling capacity will increase to 6 million TEU.

Liverpool Port has released latest data showing container throughput reached 250,000 TEU in Q1, up 18% year-on-year. Growth is driven by increased trade with China and port infrastructure upgrades. Annual throughput is expected to exceed 1 million TEU.

China-Europe rail freight services have seen a 25% year-on-year increase in volumes. Monthly departures have exceeded 1,800 trains, a new record. The cargo categories have expanded to over 2,000 types, with electronics and auto parts showing particularly strong growth.

Port of Rotterdam Authority has announced new sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing shipping emissions. The program includes incentives for LNG-powered vessels, onshore power supplies, and digital port clearance systems to minimize waiting times and pollution.

Hamburg Port Authority reported strong recovery in Q1 2024 logistics index, with container throughput surpassing forecasts. The recovery is attributed to increased trade with Asian markets and improved supply chain efficiency.