E-Bike Transforms 71-Year-Old Ex-Firefighter’s Life – Graham’s Story
How did Graham go from battling hills off a bike to conquering 50-mile rides at 71? At 71, retired Hampshire firefighter Graham never expected to ride again—let alone cycle 50 miles for fun. But after dropping 4 stone and rediscovering freedom on an e-bike, he’s planning long-distance rides and feeling younger than ever. 🌤️ A […]
European Carriers Now Command Nearly Half of the Global Container Fleet
How have European shipping lines come to dominate the world’s container trade? In a major reshuffle of maritime power, Europe‑based operators now control approximately 44% of the global container fleet, reinforcing their influence across global shipping—particularly on critical trade corridors like Europe–Far East . 🚢 Europe’s Container Share Surpasses Others According to recent analysis by Deloitte […]
Changing the Lettuce Game from a Shipping Container
Could a humble shipping container really transform fresh produce access in cold climates? Sabri Farms in St Anthony is proving that yes—it can. Using a retrofitted 40-foot container hydroponic facility, they now grow spinach, kale, and lettuce year-round, even through bone-chilling winters. “During polar conditions we still dispatch fresh greens to the supermarket—it’s amazing,” says manager […]
Taunton to Launch Shipping Container Shopping Mall in Weir Village
Could Taunton’s Weir Village become home to a trendy container mall? Taunton city planners have given the green light for a shipping container–based retail plaza at the former Bacon Felt factory site on West Water Street, Weir Village. The vision? A vibrant hub featuring container boutiques, cafés, an amphitheatre, brewery, bike and kayak rentals—all intended […]
‘Shipping Container’-Sized Void Prompts Indefinite Road Closure in Paignton
What happens when a hole the size of a container opens up beneath a seaside road? Drivers and locals in Paignton have been hit by surprise disruption after a massive void—about the size of a shipping container—was discovered under a key seafront route. The road is now closed indefinitely while engineers tackle the cavernous cavity. […]
Container Trades Cushion Clarkson Index in H1 2025
How did container shipping stave off a major market crash in the first half of 2025? Despite pressure across maritime segments, the ClarkSea Index—a cross-sector indicator tracking charter rates—only fell by 5% in H1 2025. Without the robust performance of container shipping, that drop would have been a staggering 31% year-on-year. 📦 Container Ships: Unexpected […]
COSCO Joins the Methanol Revolution in Container Shipping
Could COSCO’s move to methanol-powered container vessels shift the future of green shipping? COSCO Shipping Lines has joined the front-runners in sustainable maritime by deploying large-scale methanol‑fuelled container ships, following in the footsteps of Maersk, HMM, and CMA CGM . 🚢 What’s COSCO Doing? COSCO has received approval to order twelve new methanol-capable boxships, each with […]
Little “Stowaway” Cat Survives Epic Journey from China to Minnesota in Shipping Container
How did a tiny stray cat end up halfway around the world—and live to tell the tale? A resourceful feline has stunned animal lovers after surviving a three-week voyage in a cold, cramped shipping container crossing the ocean from China to Minnesota. Now affectionately named Stowaway, she was discovered emaciated but alive in Oakdale by […]
Fire Crews Tackle Shipping Container Blaze in Bristol
What happened when a shipping container went up in flames in Bristol? Late this morning, West Country fire crews rushed to the area near Avonmouth after reports emerged of a shipping container ablaze in a local storage yard. Thick black smoke billowed across nearby roads, prompting swift emergency response to prevent the fire from spreading. […]
🌍 Could a Shipping Container Help Clean Up the Shipping Industry?
What if the answer to shipping’s massive emissions problem could fit inside a 20-foot shipping container? At an industrial site in Chingford, London, startup Seabound is testing a portable carbon- and sulphur-capture unit housed in a standard shipping container. The container uses quicklime pellets to scrub up to 78% of carbon dioxide and 90% of […]
