French shipping giant CMA CGM plans to launch a full takeover bid for port terminal operator Santos Brasil after it agreed to buy a 48% stake in the company, it said on Monday as it further expands its grip on global shipping infrastructure.After cashing in billions of windfall profits on the back of spiralling container prices during the COVID-19 pandemic, the unlisted shipping giant has gone on a shopping spree with major investments in sectors including logistics…
Dr. Harry S. Banga and Mr. Angad Banga of The Caravel Group announced their acquisition of the International Maritime Institute (IMI), a maritime academy. In addition to its commitment to future seafarers, the Group will leverage IMI’s capabilities to strengthen the training available to its 28…
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has acquired 100% of the membership rights of LBC Tank Terminals Group Holding Netherlands Coöperatief (LBC), one of the world’s largest independent tank terminal operators primarily handling and storing chemicals in Europe and the United States…
Two years after it was founded, Marine Alliance is growing through the acquisition of the renowned London-based insurance broker Speedwell, who will join the current partnership of Marine Assekuranz and Fram Insurance Brokers. Speedwell has…
EXMAR NV announced that today, Saverex NV launched its previously announced voluntary and conditional public takeover offer for all shares ofEXMAR not yet directly or indirectly owned by the Offeror or persons affiliated with it.The initial…
FSG Nobiskrug shipyards has received several offers from potential investors. These are industry-related companies from Germany, not financial investors.This was reported by the provisional insolvency administrators Dr Christoph Morgen and Hendrik Gittermann at an event in Rendsburg on 17 January…
Navig8 TopCo Holdings Inc. announced that it has been acquired by ADNOC Logistics and Services plc.Navig8 is an international shipping pool operator and commercial management company with a modern owned fleet of 32 tankers and a presence in 15 cities across five continents…
All Energies Services Group (AES Group) has announced the acquisition of CWind Ltd, a market provider of offshore wind services, from private equity firm Inspirit Capital.This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in AES Group's…
Achilles Information Ltd (“Achilles”) announced that it has acquired the assets of Global Risk Management Solutions (GRMS), a provider of supplier risk management programs based in Irvine, California. This latest transaction builds on the success…
Crowley expanded its harbor services capabilities through the acquisition of Main Line Inc., a vessel mooring company based in Seattle, effective January 1, 2025.Main Line is a longtime provider of vessel mooring services in the Pacific Northwest for ship operators…
Trelleborg Marine & Infrastructure, a provider of engineered polymer and technology solutions for the marine, infrastructure, and energy industries, has signed and finalized an agreement to acquire Mampaey Offshore Industries. The acquisition…
Delmar Systems AS announced it has acquired IKM Mooring Services, expanding its footprint in Norway.As part of the acquisition, Delmar Systems will integrate IKM Mooring Services' operations into its existing framework.'We are excited to welcome…
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone said on Friday it will buy a majority stake in an offshore support vessel operator for $185 million, expanding its fleet and diversifying beyond port operations.Astro Offshore, in which Adani Ports will buy an 80% stake…
GAC Group announced it has entered into an agreement with Quadrant Pacific to acquire its agency business, formerly its network partner in New Zealand.Since its establishment in 2008, GAC New Zealand has operated in partnership with Quadrant Pacific…
Port agency and marine services company Inchcape Shipping Services on Monday announced it has acquired Grieg Logistics AS from the Grieg Group, strengthening its presence in the NordicsUnder the new ownership, Grieg Logistics will continue to…
