Asia’s Top Container Ports Hold Rankings Heading Into 2026
The global container port rankings remain unchanged as we head into 2026, with Asia’s three leading hubs all reporting higher volumes in 2025.
Ports & Logistics
Luminara Makes Maiden Call to New Asia Homeport, Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the luxury yacht Luminara made its first-ever visit to Hong Kong on January 13, 2026.
Hanseatic Global Terminals Takes Full Control of Florida Terminal
Hapag-Lloyd’s terminals and infrastructure arm, Hanseatic Global Terminals reaches agreement with shipping and logistics group Grupo Empresas Navieras
Groundbreaking Set for PortMiami’s New Cruise Terminal G
Groundbreaking ceremony for Cruise Terminal G at PortMiami, serving Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea took place on Thursday.
Casablanca Cruise Port Opens Season With Silver Muse Call
Casablanca Cruise Port has officially launched its cruise season with the arrival of Silversea Cruises’ ship, Silver Muse on January 6th.
Antigua Cruise Port Marks Busy Day With Five Ships
Antigua Cruise Port reached a major milestone on December 23, 2025, welcoming more than 12,000 passengers and five cruise ships to St. John’s.
Bremerhaven Cruise Port Wraps Up Strong 2025 Season
Bremerhaven Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding, closed its 2025 cruise season with solid results, pointing toward a positive 2026.
Russian Drone Strikes Damage Ports and Ships in Odesa Region
Russia carried out a wave of drone attacks across Ukraine’s Odesa region on December 30, causing damage to port facilities and civilian vessels.
Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel
One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.
Hong Kong Opens Tender for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Operator
A new tender has been issued looking for someone to operate and manage the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal (KTCT) in Hong Kong from June 2028 onward.
Cargo Ship Ignites During Overnight Russian Strike on Odessa
Lebanese flagged cargo ship catches fire after being struck during Russian drone & missile barrage on Odessa overnight into morning of December 23.
Drone Strike Damages Vessels & Piers at Russia’s Taman Port
Officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region report that a Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels and two piers including part of a supply pipeline.
Costa Toscana Completes Second Shore Power Test in La Spezia
The Costa Toscana successfully carried out a second shore power test on Thursday at the Port of La Spezia, connecting to the system at Garibaldi Pier.
Seville Cruise Port Secures 25 Year Concession with GPH and OPM
Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM) have been awarded a 25 year concession to operate Seville Cruise Port.
SIPG Elects Former Transport Chief Yu Fulin as New Chairman
Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) has appointed former head of the Shanghai transport commission Yu Fulin as its new chairman.
Port of Rouen Ends 2025 with Strong Ocean & River Cruise Activity
The Port of Rouen concluded its 2025 cruise season with a final visit from Fred. Olsen’s cruise ship, Balmoral, from December 17th to 18th.
Odfjell Launches First Green Deep Sea Corridor Brazil–Europe
Norwegian chemical tanker operator Odfjell has introduced the world’s first regular green corridor for deep sea shipping between Brazil and Europe
Port of Brisbane Welcomes Its 500th Cruise Ship Arrival
Port of Brisbane celebrates by marking the arrival of its 500th cruise ship at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal since opening in 2022.
Atlantic Canada Marks Milestones in Strong 2025 Cruise Season
The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.
Port Tarragona Wraps 2025 Season with Strong Cruise Numbers
Port Tarragona concludes its 2025 cruise season with 62 ship calls and 126,348 passengers, confirming that 2025 ranks as its third strongest season