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mediterranean
Commodities Study Maps Out Path for Mediterranean Offshore Wind: Regulation and Infrastructure Key
A study by Politecnico di Torino's MOREnergy Lab and WindEurope reveals that floating offshore wind in the Mediterranean requires not just technology but also predictable regulation, scaled infrastructure, grid connections, and community engagement. The research aims to turn the region's wind potential into competitive projects, supporting Europe's energy transition.
Logistics Jaxport Adds New Asia-Latin America-Mediterranean Container Service with Zim and MSC
Jaxport welcomed the first call of the ZCP-Amberjack container service, operated by Zim and MSC. The weekly service connects Jacksonville with major Asian ports, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean via transshipment hubs. Transit times from North Asia are 28-32 days.
Logistics France Boards Another Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Off Sicily
French navy boarded the tanker Deliver, sailing under Cameroonian flag from Primorsk, off Sicily on Tuesday. President Macron announced the interception, the fifth French operation against Russia's shadow fleet, highlighting Europe's campaign to enforce oil sanctions and prevent war financing.
Logistics Big Boxships Flood into Mediterranean Trades as Vessel Sizes Nearly Double
The number of containerships exceeding 8,000 TEU in Mediterranean trades has risen from nine to 16 over the past year, a 78% increase, according to Alphaliner. MSC operates nine of these large vessels, while COSCO and Hapag-Lloyd also increase deployments. The 9,962 TEU Maersk Sirac now holds the record as the largest boxship in the region.
Trade Great White Shark Filmed in Mediterranean Waters
A great white shark was filmed in the Mediterranean Sea, marking a rare sighting. This event underscores the importance of marine conservation efforts, as the species is critically endangered in this region.
Trade Maritime Crackdown Expands from Hormuz to Mediterranean
The US and EU have intensified maritime sanctions, expanding enforcement from the Gulf of Oman to the Mediterranean. The US disabled a vessel breaching Iran's blockade, while the EU targets Russia's shadow fleet.