MSC joins ranking dominated by coal power in sign of uneven climate clampdown

Brussels opens in-depth investigation into Hyundai Heavy and Daewoo Shipbuilding merger

Anti-bribery prosecutors say actions concern the securing of shipping contracts

World’s largest container shipping group may use strengthened balance sheet to swoop

Regulations are dripping with good intentions but come at a cost

China shutdown leaves crews stuck at sea, shipyards deserted and shipowners hunting for work

Premium offered for shares as group seeks to pay back debt owed by its parent company

Investors should welcome the chance to bail out for a 29% premium to Friday’s $13 undisturbed closing price

Danish shipping group hit by ‘very, very weak February’ but hopes for rebound in April

Baltic Dry index shows two-thirds drop in vessel leasing rates since start of December

Warnings of disruptions heighten focus on China’s outsized role in global sourcing

French transport group says factories coming back online but investors bet company will default

China’s exports show signs of recovery but demand falters in US and Europe

Marine operators are looking to clean up their act

Covid-19 and price war shock US shale production. Plus: life after a $600m gamble on renewables; biofuels for aviation; ammonia’s potential for shipping; new power sources as architectural landmarks; ending human gluttony for cheap power

Tens of thousands of mariners are stranded because of coronavirus restrictions

Cost of hiring a very large crude carrier rises past $200,000/day

The collapse in the price of the black stuff is proving a boon for ship owners

Trade union issues warning as coronavirus fears leave 11,000 crew members stranded at sea 

UK government support needed to ensure supply of food and medicines

‘Slow steaming’ options for imports gain popularity as coronavirus lockdowns sap demand

Industry forecast to suffer $25bn hit this year as coronavirus changes working life

Appointment comes as tension rises over government decision to restrict 5G rollout

Subsidies and freebies to retain cash-strapped users add to sector’s financial burden

Postponement comes as Swedish group wins 5G core contract after Chinese rival blocked on security concerns 

Spate of arson attacks on telecoms masts fuelled by disinformation over pandemic’s origins

Operators grapple with fierce competition in their battle to boost profits

US telecoms group tries on virtual meeting service for size as demand soars during lockdowns 

Chief of French state-backed company said decision was made with ‘heavy heart’

Chinese telecoms group reports 1.4% rise in first-quarter sales to $25.7bn

Social media giant eyes new audience in India but deal may not leave it with much to take home

Mobile operator’s move could potentially delay sale already affected by coronavirus upheaval

Combining Virgin Media and O2 would reshape British telecoms market

Cable company added Three as a new customer for so-called ‘backhaul’ network

Liberty Global’s buccaneering owner sets his sights on Telefonica’s O2

UK telecoms group warns shareholders over lower payouts in future as it focuses on broadband network upgrade

Deal’s architects say it will improve connectivity, choice and value, but consumers have heard that before

US car rental group backed by billionaire Carl Icahn extends crucial payment deadline

After lockdown, start-ups will need to work with city authorities to keep cars off the roads

Municipal authorities encourage cycling amid fears networks cannot cope with social distancing

Group’s losses hit almost $3bn as consumers travel less but order more food delivery

UK government in talks with China Railway Construction Corporation

Indigenous protests over gas project are snarling rail traffic and hurting businesses

French high-speed rail maker looks to bulk up in face of Chinese competition

Alstom will have its work cut out to get the Canadian group’s margins back on track, but greater scale would help it compete with industry leader CRRC

Tory manifesto pledge aimed at ‘levelling up’ the regions of Britain faces uphill struggle

Political sensitivities could be outweighed by workers’ construction expertise

The ability of local authorities to plan their own networks will be key to success

First time in five years that rail groups have not paid into state coffers

Minister omits eastern leg to Yorkshire in statement on high-speed rail project