DFDS wins 20-year Jersey ferry services contract The Government of Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands between England and France (and a self-governing dependency of the U.K.) has awarded Copenhagen-headquartered DFDS a 20-year contract to operate the Island's
Northern Lights takes delivery of second LCO2 carrier The Northern Lights JV, in which Equinor, Shell and TotalEnergies are partners, reports that its second LCO2 transport ship, Northern Pathfinder, has been delivered at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. (DSIC) in Dalian,
What caused Spirit of Boston fire? The National Transportation Safety Board has released its report on the March 24, 2923, fire aboard the 1990-built passenger vessel Spirit of Boston, operated by City Cruises US. The 153-foot vessel caught
Mexican Ports at Crossroads: Navigating US-China Trade Tensions and Shaping North America Dynamics As the geopolitical landscape shifts under the weight of ongoing US-China trade tensions, Mexican ports emerge as pivotal players poised to redefine North American trade dynamics. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
Somaliland's potential to emerge as new trade hub in Red Sea Somaliland has recently captured the international spotlight with significant geopolitical developments involving key global players like Israel and the UAE, and strategic infrastructure advancements in the port sector. Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the Red Sea region, Somaliland's moves could reshape maritime trade dynamics and regional geopolitics. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Sub
Konecranes and TBA merge warehouse management and automation teams Konecranes and TBA have merged their warehouse management and automation teams into a single division under Konecranes' Industrial Equipment business area. With a history in warehouse management systems dating back to the mid-1990s, TBA boasts an impressive customer portfolio. Renowned brands like British Gypsum, Culina, Pladis, Kuehne & Nagel, and Encirc use TBA's flagship software, Autostore, f
Innovations in Water Treatment for Shipping Containers Water treatment is a critical aspect of maintaining efficient operations in shipping containers, where limited space and challenging conditions demand innovative solutions. Shipping vessels require reliable systems to ensure safe and clean water for crew members or cargo processes during long voyages. Recent advancements in technology have revolutionized water treatment by making systems more com
Hapag Lloyd applies new rates from Middle East & Indian Sub to North America Hapag-Lloyd has announced that a General Rate Increase (GRI) / General Rate Adjustment (GRA) is set to take effect for shipments from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to North America. This adjustment applies to fully gated-in containers starting 1 February 2025 and will remain in effect until further notice. The specifics of the GRI/GRA are as follows: Trade Lane: From Indian Subcontinent
Hydrogen refueling trial at Nagoya Port The Nagoya Port Authority recently initiated the deployment of fuel-cell forklifts to encourage the broader adoption of fuel-cell-powered industrial vehicles at container terminals and other facilities. According to the Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), these forklifts were provided to a container terminal operator and private businesses operating at Japan's Port of Nago
PTP hits 12M TEUs, a Malaysian first Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between Malaysia's MMC Group and Netherlands-based APM Terminals, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first container terminal in Malaysia to handle over 12,253,309 TEUs in a single year, reaching this record-breaking volume in 2024. PTP Chairman, Tan Sri Che Khalib Mohamad Noh, expressed immense pride in this accomplishment, and stated
MSC boosts connectivity across South Africa MSC is enhancing its Southern African network to bolster trade with Europe and other global regions. The firm announced updates to its NWC to South Africa service and the introduction of two new shuttle services: NWC to South Africa Service: Now offering direct connections between North Europe, South Africa, and Namibia, including a new direct call to Walvis Bay. Namibia Express: This service con
Nortrans Offshore wins flotel work on Romanian gas project Singapore-based Nortrans Offshore has landed a charter deal with Italian offshore engineering and construction giant Saipem for one of its maintenance and support vessels. The 2015-built flotel Temis will work on the Neptun Deep gas development project in the Romanian part of the Black Sea. The contract duration is set for an initial 160 days, ...
Noble fixes semisub work off Australia Noble Corporation has secured more work for its semisubmersible rig, Ocean Apex, in Australia. The New York-listed rig owner said the 1976-built and 2014-upgraded unit had been fixed to an unnamed operator in direct continuation of its prior commitments in Australia. The deal is for at least 37 days at undisclosed rates, with the fixture ...
Decision to restart talks raises hopes that US port strike will be averted The negotiating parties still have time to avoid a renewed work stoppage at US east and Gulf coast ports, but...
Crowley acquires Seattle mooring company US shipping giant Crowley Maritime has acquired Main Line Inc, a mooring company serving the ports of Seattle and Tacoma...
Fuel oil spilled after two bulkers collide in Yangtze River A Singapore-flagged bulker and a Japan-flagged bulker collided on December 30, with the former reporting damage to its hull and...
P&I pool claims on course to shatter previous record, Gallagher warns All clubs had negative combined ratio in third quarter, broker points out
Russian insurer Ingosstrakh terminated Eagle S insurance before August over poor condition Eagle S switched class mid-voyage in June to avoid an unscheduled survey after a tanker vetting report revealed more than...
Port state control inspection of seized cable-cutting tanker Eagle S begins in Finland Police on Wednesday imposed travel bans on seven crew members from the Russia-linked, sanctions-circumventing tanker as part of a criminal investigation...
Cass acquires international freight invoice auditing tool to widen modal reach The deal will see Acuitive Solutions' AcuAudit product integrated into Cass's freight audit and payment platform, one widely used by large shippers.
International Seaways pulls plug on retiree health plan Older plan had covered only limited number of employees, management says
US LNG production ticks up as Europe locks in as buyer Russian pipeline gas via Ukraine shutdown, but a first cargo for country arrives in Greece
Turkey hikes shipping pollution fines as rampant inflation grips Increases are based on inflation data with more severe penalties for multiple offenders
US-listed Costamare holds dividend steady for the final quarter of 2024 Konstantakopoulos family company has been paying common shareholders uninterruptedly since going public 14 years ago
Arsenio Dominguez puts seafarers and decarbonisation at top of agenda for 2025 IMO chief says it is a big year for the organisation as nations forge a path to net zero by 2050
Blumenthal JMK bulker investigated after collision in eventful New Year's Eve for maritime casualties Mississippi river incident is just one of three casualties occurring worldwide on final day of 2024
Xu Peng replaces Wen Gang as chairman of world's largest shipbuilder CSSC Xu said to be the first chairman with sales background to lead the giant shipbuilding group
Watching from space: How satellites spot ships involved in dark oil transfers Developing technology uses radio frequency emissions to identify vessels spoofing their locations
VLCCs set to reap largest rewards as geopolitical wildcards shape shipping in 2025 Largest crude tankers look set to benefit from sharper crackdown on Iranian oil exports and low orderbook
LNG carrier sector notches up record year for demolition sales Fearnleys said recycling for sector was lower than expected, but is forecasting a 'busy year' in 2025
Police probing dark fleet ship in Baltic sabotage slap travel ban on crew Vessel's seafarers suspected of deliberately lowering anchor to damage underwater cables linking Estonia and Finland
Key events to watch out for in shipping during 2025 Expect a nervous start, potentially industry-changing meetings, the truly bizarre and some party time
Police probing dark fleet ship Baltic sabotage slap travel ban on crew Vessel's crew suspected of deliberately lowering anchor to sabotage underwater cables linking Estonia and Finland
Key events to watch out for in shipping during 2015 Expect a nervous start, potentially industry-changing meetings, the truly bizarre and some party time
MOL linked to three VLEC newbuildings at Samsung Heavy Industries Japanese shipping giant is said to have ordered the trio against charters with Siam Cement of Thailand
Xu Peng replaces Wen Gang as chairman of the world's largest shipbuilder CSSC Xu said to be the first chairman with sales background to lead the world's largest shipbuilding group
Hebei Xin Yang Shipping orders two bulkers at Chengxi Shipyard First vessel will be delivered in the second half of 2028
Oil spill reported after two bulkers collide in major Chinese waterway Nine tonnes of oil said to have leaked into Yangtze River after collision between capesize bulker and kamsarmax
CMA CGM delays US East Coast container surcharge CMA CGM has announced several surcharges affecting US container services but delayed one after reports that union dockworkers and port employers would resume contract negotiations.
Maersk urges container pickup ahead of potential port strike Maersk this week called on shippers to clear out laden containers ahead of a possible strike by union longshore workers at East and Gulf Coast ports.
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