Uyghur Forced Labor Taints Global Supply of Critical Minerals, Report Warns
Forced labor in China’s Uyghur Region taints global supply chains for key minerals used in tech and defense.
India, Norway to Collaborate on Green Maritime Tech and Arctic Shipping
India and Norway expand maritime ties with focus on green shipping, Arctic navigation, and sustainable ocean technologies.
ADNOC, EGA Sign $500M Deal to Boost UAE Aluminum Supply Chain
Five-year agreement to localize supply of calcined petroleum coke, bolstering UAE’s aluminum and industrial growth.
Schroders, GLI Launch Toolkit to Address Social Risks of Climate Change
Toolkit integrates climate adaptation with social justice, ensuring vulnerable workers are not disproportionately impacted by climate events.
UN Maritime Body Approves 1st Global Carbon Tax for Shipping Industry
The UN shipping agency backs the first global carbon tax, aiming for net-zero emissions from ships by around 2050.
Etihad Rail Signs Landmark Deal to Solarize Ghuweifat Freight Terminal
The solar installation once completed will meet up to 85 percent of the terminal’s electricity consumption, fostering green logistics.
UN Agency Edges Closer to Global Carbon Levy on Maritime Industry: Bloomberg
A global carbon emissions charge for the shipping industry is on the horizon; it can have far-reaching implications for the industry and the planet.
BPCL, Mumbai Port Authority to Launch India’s 1st Green Fuel Ecosystem
This initiative aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to the country’s climate change goals.
DP World–Einride Unveil Largest Electric Freight Fleet
This ambitious project is expected to save an estimated 14,600 tonnes of CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) annually, marking a substantial step forward in the region’s commitment to sustainability.
NHAI Plans to Issue Green Bonds for the First Time
The company has initiated the process of appointing advisors and arrangers and has called for proposals to undertake this task