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Denmark-Based Logistics Giant DSV Chartered Three Multipurpose Vessels To Launch Service Connecting Denmark And China The Danish logistics giant DSV has planned on leasing a few containers along with chartering no less than three multipurpose vessels (each vessel can carry upto 650 teus) or MPPs to launch a service connecting Denmark with China. DSV has carved out a special niche in the maritime arena by earning popularity as one of the largest logistics operators in the whole world and has now shifted its focus on chartering small vessels (on the Asia-Europe trade lane) to efficiently transfer shipment in the month of December 2020. According to the recent information put forward by the well-established online container booking platform called Freightos, the Asia-North Europe rates have experienced a 29% surge amidst the container shortage that has been severely affecting the shipping industry for quite some time now. Throwing light on the current scenario, the liners are laying emphasis on MPPs at the moment to deal with the rising demand and exorbitant rates with respect to container shipping trade lanes. Great Lakes Dredge & Dock From The United States Is Constructing A Unique Vessel To Boost Offshore Wind Industry US-based Great Lakes Dredge & Dock is the largest dredging services provider in the country and recently, the organization has been planning on launching a brand-new, specially designed vessel to provide additional support to the offshore wind industry in America. Great Lakes Dredge & Dock has declared its collaboration with Ulstein Design and Solutions B.V. to construct the first-of-its-kind US-flagged Jones Act compliant that features an inclined fallpipe vessel required for a hassle-free subsea rock installation. The U.S. Gulf Coast shipyard has undertaken the responsibility to build this specialized vessel that would be fully functional by the first quarter of 2024. The upcoming vessel will surely prove beneficial in contributing to the bright future and exceptional success of the offshore wind industry in the United States and will probably be useful in laying the foundation of a rock supply chain network along with active offshore wind leases. Haldia Port Kickstarts The RCL Feeder Service To Port Klang In Malaysia From December 2020 The Regional Container Lines has started its brand-new feeder service from the Haldia Port in West Bengal to Port Klang in Malaysia. According to recent reports, M.V. Nawata Bhum had commenced its maiden journey to the Haldia International Container Terminal (HICT) at the Haldia Dock Complex and the afore-mentioned vessel was successfully anchored on December 1, 2020. The new feeder-based venture will offer more feeder space for both importers and exporters in the near future with respect to the Haldia-Port Klang route. Deendayal Port Successfully Handles 32 Vessels In 24 Hours To Boost The Country’s Economic Growth In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic that has been steadily wreaking havoc across the globe, the Deendayal Port has delivered an outstanding performance by skilfully handling 32 vessels in a short span of 24 hours - a huge milestone achieved under the leadership of Deputy Conservator Capt. Pradeep Mohantya and Harbour Master Capt. S.S.Jadhav. The praiseworthy feat was possible even in such tough times due to the perfect planning, advanced infrastructure, loyal manpower, hard work, flawless coordination and unwavering determination of the marine team, pilots and of course, the port users. The Deendayal Port has managed to maintain its number one position among the major, well-established ports in India, by constantly contributing to the nation’s economic growth. Northstar Marine Recently Finalized The Integration Of Philadelphia-Based Marine Service Provider River Services Northstar Marine, Inc. has steadily evolved as a well-known organization offering top-notch marine services in the tri-state area since 1990. The organization has finally integrated the Philadelphia-based marine service provider called River Services, a company that offers a wide range of professional marine services including launch, tug, crew boat operations and which will now be operational as the Northstar River Services. River Services will definitely receive a great boost from additional marine resources and the extensive experience that Northstar Marine, Inc brings with the deal. Sources: https://splash247.com/logistics-giant-dsv-charters-three-mpps-amid-super-tight-slot-availability-to-launch-denmark-china-route/ https://www.marinelink.com/news/great-lakes-dredge-dock-plans-first-jones-483646 http://www.maritimegateway.com/rcl-feeder-service-port-klang-commences-haldia/ http://www.eximin.net/NewsDetails.aspx?name=45985 https://www.marinelink.com/news/river-services-integrated-northstar-483624