19 Jul 2024

Indonesian Authorities Seize 106kg of Crystal Methamphetamine

On Saturday, July 13th, Indonesian authorities confiscated 106 kg of crystal methamphetamine aboard the landing craft Legend Aquarius.

Indonesian Authorities Seize 106kg of Crystal Methamphetamine
18 Jul 2024

La Niña Set to Impact Global Shipping Trade Patterns

Meteorologists from various countries have concluded that the weather phenomenon known as La Niña is expected to impact as early as next month.

La Niña Set to Impact Global Shipping Trade Patterns
16 Jul 2024

Maersk Introduces Shipping Route Between China & Bangladesh

In response to growing trade demands, particularly in the retail sector, Maersk has launched a new shipping route between China and Bangladesh.

Maersk Introduces Shipping Route Between China & Bangladesh
16 Jul 2024

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Expands with New Yard in Jingjiang

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, China's largest privately owned shipbuilder, is expanding its operations by developing a new yard in Jingjiang City.

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Expands with New Yard in Jingjiang
16 Jul 2024

CMA CGM Suspected to be Behind Large Ship Order in S. Korea

CMA CGM is widely believed to be the European owner behind a recent significant ship order in South Korea with builds being split over two yards.

CMA CGM Suspected to be Behind Large Ship Order in S. Korea
15 Jul 2024

Detained Oil Tanker Adventure Sweet Finally Leaves Iran

The oil tanker Adventure Sweet, detained by Iran for over a year, has been released and is now heading towards international waters.

Detained Oil Tanker Adventure Sweet Finally Leaves Iran
11 Jul 2024

Second Vessel this Month Carries Nigerian Crude Oil to Norway

The Maran Lyra, a Very Large Crude Carrier, is scheduled to arrive in Norway today with what broker Braemar has described as “unusual” cargo.

Second Vessel this Month Carries Nigerian Crude Oil to Norway
9 Jul 2024

Self-Imposed 6-Year Deadline for Panama Canal Reservoir Project

The Panama Canal Authority has set a six-year timeline to complete the construction of a massive $1.6 billion reservoir along the Indio River.

Self-Imposed 6-Year Deadline for Panama Canal Reservoir Project
8 Jul 2024

MSC Acquires Two Container Ships Under Construction in China

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has acquired two containerships that are currently under construction in China from BAL Container Line.

MSC Acquires Two Container Ships Under Construction in China
8 Jul 2024

North American Port Strike Possibility Worries Supply Chain

The threat of port strikes throughout North America, including Canada, continues to cause concern within already strained supply chains.

North American Port Strike Possibility Worries Supply Chain
8 Jul 2024

Yang Ming Achieves Biofuel Bunkering Landmark in South Korea

Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation revealed its vessel YM Together has become the first foreign-flagged ship in South Korea to use biofuel.

Yang Ming Achieves Biofuel Bunkering Landmark in South Korea
5 Jul 2024

Container Shipping Rates Now Quadruple Pre-Pandemic Levels

Container freight rates continue to rise, making Q3 potentially one of the most profitable quarters in the history of liner shipping.

Container Shipping Rates Now Quadruple Pre-Pandemic Levels
3 Jul 2024

Trial Delayed: Captain Missing in Illegal Oil Transfer Case

The trial at the Indonesian district court in Batam has been postponed due to the disappearance of the accused, the captain of the tanker involved.

Trial Delayed: Captain Missing in Illegal Oil Transfer Case
2 Jul 2024

Maersk Warns of Continuing Disruptions to Red Sea Routes

The coming months are expected to be difficult for carriers and businesses due to ongoing disruptions in container shipping through the Red Sea.

Maersk Warns of Continuing Disruptions to Red Sea Routes
2 Jul 2024

New Hanseatic Global Terminals Revealed by Hapag-Lloyd

Hapag-Lloyd's terminal and infrastructure division has been renamed Hanseatic Global Terminals. The company is the world’s fifth-largest carrier.

New Hanseatic Global Terminals Revealed by Hapag-Lloyd