Healthy Profits & Revenue Reported by Piraeus Port Authority
Piraeus Port Authority announced the successful conclusion of its Annual General Meeting of shareholders, held on July 4 2024 via teleconference.
Ports & Logistics
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.
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.
Cargo Fire Breaks Out on Bulk Carrier Docked in German Port
On July 2, a fire broke out in one of the cargo holds of the bulk carrier Captain Ravi while it was docked at the Port of Brake in Germany.
Maersk Pulls Out of DB Schenker Acquisition
Danish container shipping giant Maersk has decided against acquiring the German logistics company DB Schenker citing potential integration issues
Nigerian Customs Showcase Illegal Weapons Haul from Turkey
July 1, Nigerian Customs Service displayed illegal weapons seized from a concealed shipping container that arrived from Turkey at the Port of Onne
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.
Rotterdam: Mandatory Secure Chain Collection for Some Shipments
Starting October 1, 2024, container shipments from the Middle East, Africa, India, and Pakistan must use the Secure Chain system at Rotterdam.
Timo A. Schön Appointed Bremerhaven's General Manager
Global Ports Holding (GPH) has announced the appointment of Timo A. Schön as the new general manager for Bremerhaven Cruise Port.
Hong Kong Cracks Down on Smuggling; Seizes Three Containers
Hong Kong Customs have announced the seizure of 3 containers filled with smuggled electronic goods & automobile parts, valued at HK$100 million.
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.
ONE to Improve Thailand Indonesia Service
Ocean Network Express (ONE) will be upgrading its Thailand Indonesia Service (TID1) starting from July 10th 2024.
COSCO Unveils New Mexico Pacific-Far East Service
COSCO Shipping has introduced its new Mexico Express Service (WSA5), linking major Mexican Pacific ports with prominent Far East ports.
Insurer Cap for Singapore Oil Spill Set at S$8 Million
The insurer for the bunker tanker involved in the recent oil spill in Singapore has a claim limit of S$8 million (US$5.9 million).
MSC Enhances Asia Service Network with New & Upgraded Routes
MSC has announced updates to its Asia service network by enhancing two existing services while also introducing a brand new one.
Container Fire Reported at Port of Antwerp-Bruges
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a fire incident at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742 on June 24 at 05:30 (local time).
Panama Canal Announces Increase in Daily Transits
The Panama Canal has announced an increase in the number of daily transits rising from a total of 32 to 33, effective from July 11th.
ONE Modern is First Vessel on West India North America Route
ONE Modern has become the inaugural vessel for the new West India North America service, establishing a route between India and ports in Georgia.
Singapore to Accelerate Berth Openings to Ease Backlog
Singapore is accelerating the opening of berths at its new Tuas megaport to accommodate the increasing number of container ship calls.
Port of Aberdeen Seeks to Enhance Safety & Sustainability
North, a provider of smart integrated solutions, secures contracts worth £1M from the Port of Aberdeen to boost safety, connectivity & sustainability