TT-Line will launch a new intermodal connection between Klaipėda and Vilnius on 19 October 2026, extending its freight network in Lithuania.
The service will offer two round trips per week and accommodate both cranable and non-cranable trailers, linking Vilnius with TT-Line’s wider network through combined rail, sea and road transport.
New transport options include Vilnius–Oslo and Vilnius–Bettembourg in Luxembourg, with onward connections from Bettembourg to France and Spain.
Claudio Veritiero is stepping down as CEO of Peel Ports Group after nearly five years in the role and six years with the business.
Mark Whitworth, Non-Executive Chairman and former Group CEO, will become Executive Chairman on an interim basis while a successor is appointed.
Peel Ports credits Veritiero with delivering annual profitability growth of 9% and overseeing major investments, including:
He also led the acquisition of Humber Bulk Terminal, expanding the Group’s infrastructure and capacity.
Emanuele Grimaldi has been appointed President of the Malta International Shipowners Association (MISA), following its AGM in Valletta on 9 October. A founding member, he succeeds Marily Frangista, who becomes Vice President, while John Coustas remains Secretary/Treasurer.
The appointment comes as Malta’s ship register reaches 94 million gross tonnes, reinforcing its position as Europe’s largest. Grimaldi recently concluded his term as Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping and previously led Confitarma and European Shipowners (ECSA).
Vancouver Island Ferry Company (Hullo), has appointed Louisa Bell as CEO from January 2027.
Bell was most recently Chief Commercial Officer at P&O Ferries, overseeing customer strategy, sales, marketing, pricing and the onboard offering. She succeeds acting CEO Marco Ahrens, who will remain General Manager.
