25 Nov 2024

170 Protestors Arrested in Port of Newcastle Blockade

On November 24, the New South Wales police reported arresting 170 individuals involved in a blockade near the Port of Newcastle, Australia.

170 Protestors Arrested in Port of Newcastle Blockade
25 Nov 2024

ILWU Files Lawsuit Against Canadian Government Over Strike Order

The International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 has taken legal action against the Canadian government, challenging its intervention.

ILWU Files Lawsuit Against Canadian Government Over Strike Order
22 Nov 2024

Hapag-Lloyd Updates China Germany Express Port Rotation

Hapag-Lloyd has announced an updated port rotation for its China Germany Express (CGX) service, set to take effect in January 2025.

Hapag-Lloyd Updates China Germany Express Port Rotation
22 Nov 2024

Australia Bans Cargo Ship for 180 Days Over Violations

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority has issued a 180-day ban on the general cargo vessel Marsgracht from accessing any Australian ports.

Australia Bans Cargo Ship for 180 Days Over Violations
21 Nov 2024

Mexico's Manzanillo Port to Undergo $3.15bn Expansion by 2030

The port of Manzanillo in Mexico is set for a significant $3.15 billion expansion, projected to be completed by 2030.

Mexico's Manzanillo Port to Undergo $3.15bn Expansion by 2030
21 Nov 2024

Canada Faces Renewed Port Strikes as Unions Challenge Orders

Canadian ports may face additional strikes as unions challenge the federal government's intervention in their disputes.

Canada Faces Renewed Port Strikes as Unions Challenge Orders
21 Nov 2024

Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the USA for allegedly offering bribes to government officials to secure solar energy contracts.

Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case
20 Nov 2024

Panama Canal Fee Changes Prompt CMA CGM to Introduce Surcharge

To support investment and improve transit predictability, Panama Canal Authority to roll out new prepaid LoTSA for Neopanamax vessels in 2025.

Panama Canal Fee Changes Prompt CMA CGM to Introduce Surcharge
20 Nov 2024

Liverpool Cruise Port Welcomes HMS Prince of Wales' Return

Liverpool Cruise Port has announced its support for the return of HMS Prince of Wales, marking the ship's second visit to the city.

Liverpool Cruise Port Welcomes HMS Prince of Wales' Return
18 Nov 2024

MARAD Allocates $580 Million for US Port Upgrades

US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration announces plans to invest almost $580 million in port infrastructure across the country

MARAD Allocates $580 Million for US Port Upgrades
18 Nov 2024

MSC Completes Acquisition of Stake in Hamburg Port

All conditions for the voluntary public takeover offer have been met for Mediterranean Shipping Co’s (MSC) investment in the Hamburg port.

MSC Completes Acquisition of Stake in Hamburg Port
14 Nov 2024

Canadian Unions to Challenge Government Order on Port Disputes

Union leaders to contest Canadian government's mandate to end ongoing labor disputes at ports including Montreal, Vancouver and Prince Rupert.

 Canadian Unions to Challenge Government Order on Port Disputes
14 Nov 2024

Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru

Xi Jinping in Peru for inauguration of a massive new port that China describes as a game-changer for trade links between Latin America and Asia.

Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru
14 Nov 2024

Automation Dispute Could Lead to New East Coast Strike

A challenge for the incoming Trump administration may be an impending strike as a trade union remains firm on its stance against automation.

Automation Dispute Could Lead to New East Coast Strike
13 Nov 2024

Canadian Labor Minister Steps In to End Port Lockouts

Canada’s labor minister announced yesterday he will intervene to resolve the ongoing lockouts affecting workers at the nation’s two largest ports

Canadian Labor Minister Steps In to End Port Lockouts