CMA CGM welcomes its first Indian-flagged vessel, CMA CGM Vitoria, at Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal
Mumbai Port emphasises monsoon guidelines for vessels
Latest data highlights developing countries' rising share of maritime trade
Construction of breakwater facilitates Dabhol Konkan LNG Terminal remaining operational all year round
Recessionary trends seen in global growth projection for 2025
VOC Port excels in average container turnaround time
Trump's China port fee seen hitting global shipping giants
Industrial, warehousing sector leasing surges by 15 pc in Q1 2025
DP World sourcing 65% of electricity from renewables across its business
UCSL delivers green dry cargo vessel to Norway
CMA CGM becomes majority shareholder with 51% stake in Santos Brasil, a multi-terminal operator in Brazil owning South America's largest container terminal in the Port of Santos
PIL names its first 8,200 TEU LNG dual-fuel containership
Swire Shipping launches first biofuel services to the Pacific Islands
Gulftainer Group announces outstanding results in 2024
CONCOR CMD apprises UP CM of its logistics infrastructure initiatives
India won't allow transhipment of exports by other countries: Goyal
Credit cards for e-commerce exporters in the offing
FinMin notifies GST Appellate Tribunal rules
China mulls suspending 125 pc tariff on US imports
Drewry sees world container shipping volume dipping by 1 pc due to US tariffs
Noatum Maritime orders Artemis EF-12 foiling pilot boat Belfast. Northern Ireland-headquartered Artemis Technologies reports that Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, is to purchase a state-of-the-art 100% electric Artemis EF-12 foiling pilot boat to operate in the United Arab
SF Bay Ferry commissions CARB-compliant ferry M/V Karl San Francisco Bay Ferry last week commissioned the latest addition to its fleet, M/V Karl.Built by Mavrik Marine in La Conner, Wash. It is the third of four vessels in the Dorado
Rocsys unveils platform for autonomous hands-free charging Rocsys has officially launched a new Platform at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo (ACT Expo) in California, United States. The Rocsys Platform offers a fully integrated solution, combining state-of-the-art hardware, intelligent software, and proactive support services. Designed to meet the demands of 24/7 autonomous operations, it ensures vehicles are reliably charged, connected, and ready
CMA CGM applies new rates from Indian Sub, Middle East Gulf and Red Sea to North Europe and Med French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced the following updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf and Red Sea to North Europe and the Mediterranean. Amount in US$ per 20' Amount in US$ per 40' From India and Sri Lanka to North Europe 2,100 2,300 From Pakistan to North Europe 2,000 2,200 From Gulf to North Europe 2,200 2,400 From Red Sea to North Europe
Wan Hai Chief: Transpacific Volumes Weak, Not Wiped Out Amid the US-China tariff war, Wan Hai Lines' General Manager Tommy Hsieh admitted that Transpacific volumes are far from ideal, as shippers have paused exports, but shipments will not come to a complete standstill. 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 .
Hapag-Lloyd implements peak season surcharge from Asia & Oceania to Kenya Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Asia and Oceania to the port of Mombasa in Kenya. This surcharge will be applicable for all cargo loaded from 10 May until further notice. The German ocean carrier will introduce a surcharge of US$400 per TEU for all container types. Asia and Oceania region includes Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan,
Key Impacts of IMO's New Fuel Intensity Target on S&P Activity The International Maritime Organization (IMO) recently hosted the 83rd meeting of the Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 83), resulting in a new fuel intensity target, which is set to come into force no later than March 2027. This new regulation is similar to the Fuel EU regulation enforced this year, but with global fleet coverage. The major effect of this new IMO GHG regulation wil
Topic: What Are the Challenges Lurking at IoT Ports? Smart ports are no longer a concept. The promise? Lightning-fast logistics and global synchronization. The problem? Every new device is a potential backdoor. While IoT turns shipping hubs into intelligent ecosystems, it also invites a storm of invisible threats. If you're in maritime tech, logistics, or cybersecurity, this isn't just future talk. It's happening now. And the race is on to secure t
MSC strengthens Eastern Cape Express Service MSC has announced the launch of its enhanced Eastern Cape Express Service, aiming to provide faster and more efficient transit times from Eastern Cape to Europe and the Mediterranean. Effective immediately, the service rotation will change as follows: Walvis Bay (Namibia) - Gqeberha (South Africa) - Sines (Portugal) - London Gateway (UK) - Rotterdam (Netherlands) - Antwerp (Belgium) - Le Havre (F
Trump's market distortions will skew demolition market Uncertainty and market defamation are the hallmarks of Donald Trump's tariff and port fee policies, but with a growing over-capacity challenge, the distortion may see vessels due for the scrapyard maintained to service US ports. 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 Contai
Bandar Abbas Explosion: Geopolitical Flashpoint Disrupting Iran's Maritime Growth? The explosion at Shahid Rajaee port on April 26 has significant geopolitical implications, given the port's strategic location. The blast has significant implications for Iran's "dark fleet" operations, its sanctions evasion through oil and energy exports to China, and the broader shipping industry, particularly in the volatile geopolitical environment of the Strait of Hormuz. This content is loc
Mawani and Alissa Universal Motors to develop US$80 million logistics park The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed an agreement with Alissa Universal Motors, a subsidiary of Abdullatif Alissa Group Holding, for the establishment of a logistics park at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The project involves an investment of up to SAR 300 million (US$80 million) and will cover an area of 382,000 square meters, while the park will handle imports and re-expo
CEVA Logistics to acquire Turkey's Borusan Tedarik for US$440 million CEVA Logistics, the logistics arm of French shipping giant CMA CGM, has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Turkish logistics provider Borusan Tedarik Zinciri Çözümleri ve Teknoloji Anonim Sirketi. The deal, valued at approximately US$440 million, is subject to customary net cash and working capital adjustments. Borusan Holding currently owns 69.47% of Borusan Tedarik, while 30.53% is h
What Is Time Theft, and How Can It Be Prevented Time theft is a common issue in many industries. Basically, staff use all sorts of methods to trick their employees without suffering any consequences. The odds of time theft increase as staff experience burnout or unfair working conditions. However, there are those who'd still be from the company, no matter what. In this article, we'll explain the issue and suggest a few solutions for its preven
Massive Explosion at Iran's Largest Port Kills at Least 40, Injures 1,200 At least 40 people have been killed and around 1,200 injured following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, Iran's largest container port, near the southern city of Bandar Abbas. The blast occurred on Saturday morning, April 26. Port of Shahid Rajaee is one of the two parts in the port of Bandar Abbas, southern Hormozgan province in Iran. It is located on the north shores of the Strait of H
Cairn hires EMGS for 3D survey off India Norwegian seismic service provider Electromagnetic Geoservices (EMGS) has been hired by India's Cairn Oil & Gas to conduct a 3D controlled source electromagnetic survey for its exploration campaign in the deepwater Krishna-Godavari block on India's east coast. Cairn will be one of the first companies in India to utilise 3D CSEM survey technology, which is ...
RWE stops all US offshore wind activities due to political climate German utility RWE has frozen all of its US offshore wind operations due to the political environment created by the administration of current president Donald Trump. In November last year, while the campaign for the new US president was still hot, the company said that the possibility of a new administration could jeopardise its operations ...
Wison New Energies nets work on Petronas FLNG set for Suriname China's Wison New Energies has signed the detailed feasibility study for a new-build floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility offshore Suriname. The unit is set to be deployed at the Petronas-operated Block 52. The Malaysian giant has also been the block's 100% owner since ExxonMobil opted to abandon its share in November last year. The ...
Boxship collides with bulker on Long Tau river in Vietnam A bulker and a boxship collided late on Friday night on the Long Tau river near Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City, resulting in the bulker partially sinking. The 2018-built containership KMTC Surabaya, owned by Japan's Nissen Kaiun and operated by Korea Marine Transport, collided with the 2015-built dry bulk carrier Glengyle, owned and operated by ...
Second edition of Geneva Dry opens today The second edition of Geneva Dry, the world's premier commodities shipping conference, opens today with a record attendance and delegates keen to hear what's in store for the global trade outlook in the coming 12 months following a turbulent start to 2025. With 819 registered delegates, organisers had to turn away more than 100 requests ...
Oman's Asyad Shipping sets new VLCC pricing benchmark with $205m double swoop Cash-rich Asyad Shipping, formerly known as Oman Shipping Co, has completed a deal for a pair of VLCCs, the first modern supertankers to change hands for 11 months. Brokers link Asyad Shipping to the acquisition of the 2020-built sisterships, Landbridge Wisdom and Landbridge Glory. The ships were built at Dalian Shipbuilding and have gone for ...
CMA CGM strengthens position in Turkey with $440m logistics acquisition CEVA Logistics, a subsidiary of French liner CMA CGM, is buying Borusan Tedarik Zinciri Çözümleri ve Teknoloji Anonim Sirketi, a Turkish outfit, for $440,. The deal, which includes Borusan Tedarik subsidiaries in Germany, Bulgaria, Hong Kong and China, remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Mathieu Friedberg, the CEO of CEVA Logistics, ...
Sea Consortium orders boxship pair at Hyundai Mipo A ship order with a very early delivery date from Sea Consortium, the parent of X-Press Feeders, has been revealed. Clarksons Research is reporting Sea Consortium has ordered a pair of 2,800 teu boxships at Hyundai Mipo in South Korea with delivery due in March and May 2027. The ships are costing $56m each. Most ...
Trump calls for free passage of American ships through Suez and Panama canals US president Donald Trump has called for free passage of American ships through two of the vital shipping waterways, the Panama and Suez canals. Trump said in a social media post on Saturday that American ships, both military and commercial, should be allowed to travel, free of charge, through the two canals, adding that the ...
SteelShips back for more K Shipbuilding product tankers Piraeus and New York-based owner SteelShips has signed up for a fresh pair of medium-range product tanker newbuilds in South Korea. Shipbuilding sources report the Nicholas Notias-led outfit has returned to its go-to yard, K Shipbuilding, for two more 50,000 dwt units with delivery expected in 2027. No price has been revealed for the newbuilds, ...
Crude tanker rates up double digits but stocks waylaid by macro fears Today's crude tanker rates and owner balance sheets would normally translate into decent stock valuations. But there's nothing normal about...
US sanctions first vessels for trading with Houthis after Ofac deadline The US sanctioned an LPG carrier and two tankers for discharging cargoes in Houthi-controlled ports after the April 4 deadline...
Timor-Leste and Oman latest safe havens for sanctioned vessels The vessels have reflagged with these registries over the past two months
Transpacific trade caught in US-China 'pressure test', but hopes for recovery remain Caught in the crossfire of escalating US-China tariffs, transpacific shipping lines are slashing sailings and bracing for 'Covid-like' supply shortages...
Handysize bulkers sold for scrap while more ships being circulated for recycling Two elderly handysize bulkers and a 2003-built chemical tanker sold for recycling in the past week
CEVA Logistics acquires Türkiye's Borusan Tedarik in $440m deal CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics has signed a binding agreement to acquire Turkish logistics solutions provider Borusan Tedarik for $440m
The week in charts: Most shipping can avoid US port fees but Cosco faces major challenge | Flag hopping hits unprecedented levels | Höegh prepares for USTR port levy hit Final USTR decision covers much smaller portion of fleet than draft version, giving carriers greater flexibility to redeploy tonnage; 36% of...
Europe must accelerate green fuel production to avoid critical dependencies Denmark's Minister of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs Morten Bødskov and Danish Shipping chief executive Anne Steffensen call for Europe...
Capital Group inks $1.2bn of containerships with HD KSOE Deal for 18 vessels underscores Evangelos Marinakis group's ongoing interest in boxships
The week in newbuildings: boxship sector dominates activity Newbuilding contracts for a single bulk carrier, one cable layer, one LNG bunkering tanker, two tankers and 28 containerships signed...
BSM boss says IMO has listened on polluter-pays problem A simple change of wording in the IMO net zero framework may prevent disputes between owners, charterers and shipmanagers about...
Ukraine detains vessel for Sevastopol export Seizures of vessels said to be engaged in Crimea trades are uncommon, with the most recent one taking place in...
Hanwha Ocean reports strong first-quarter results and announces major shipyard investment The shipbuilder also announced a Won600bn investment to expand production capacity at its Geoje shipyard
Songfa's Hengli shipbuilding gamble faces delisting hurdles Concerns over Songfa's fragile finances and Hengli's high debt levels cast uncertainty over the success of the backdoor listing
The Daily View: Who goes there?
Massive explosion rocks Iran's Shahid Rajaee port A devastating explosion in the Shahid Rajaee port in southern Iran on Saturday afternoon killed at least 46 people and...
Daily Briefing Flag hopping hits unprecedented levels among sanctioned fleet | EU to demand insurance information in its waters | No relief...
Breakbulk25: Transparency key to navigating complicated LatAm project market The issue of transit time variability in Latin America has downstream impacts for projects, with forwarders often having to get creative to figure out workarounds due to unforeseen delays.
Trans-Pacific capacity cuts accelerating amid sharp reduction in Chinese cargo With far fewer US-bound goods leaving Chinese docks, carriers have accelerated the raft of blank sailings and service suspensions that began earlier this month, sources tell the Journal of Commerce.
Breakbulk25: Cost sharing could help breakbulk importers ease tariff burdens Rather than shift sourcing, some shippers are negotiating with suppliers to share the costs of increased US import tariffs, an international trade attorney told the Journal of Commerce's Breakbulk and Project Cargo Conference.
CEVA expands reach in Turkey with $440 million acquisition If regulatory approval is achieved, the deal will nearly double the size of CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA's logistics footprint in a rapidly expanding region.
Drone video shows devastation at Iranian port as death toll rises to 70 Footage shows crumpled container stacks at Bandar Abbas' Shahid Rajaee
Treasure hunter Odyssey loads financial ammunition to pursue Trump's deepsea mining gold Florida company says it can capitalise on search for mineral resources
BlackRock shrinks leading Matson stake as shares rebound from tariff slump US investment giant remains largest shareholder in US-flag container ship operator
Seabound and STAX demonstrate multi-emission capture tech and have eyes set on UK Cleantech partnership shows barge based solution captures CO2, nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides and particulate matter from engine exhaust
'They're going to fix this': Car carrier players 'hopeful' US will amend surprise fee on sector US-flag stakeholders begin pushing the Trump administration to carve out exemptions
Sweeping power blackout disrupts Spanish port activity Largest port Algeciras sees container terminals halted
Odfjell sets benchmark with near carbon-neutral Atlantic crossing Four suction sails and 100% biofuel bunkers used on crossing to demonstrate company's direction
After the airstrikes, the sanctions: Trump administration hits three tankers over Houthi links US Treasury blacklists three ships that discharged to Yemeni port after Washington imposed oil products delivery ban
Navantia UK appoints commercial exec in line with defence sector investment Belfast shipyard modernisation work resumed last month
US LNG producers get jittery on demand as China looks elsewhere for supply Trump administration has backed growth in sector but new rules and tariff war may put brakes on
Mystery shrouds VLCCs carrying 'unprecedented' mix of Chinese and Russian oil cargoes Consultancy Kpler says signalled destinations of Guyana and Brazil unlikely to be final stop for two tankers
Asyad Shipping linked to $205m purchase of VLCC pair after successful IPO Omani shipping company said to be snapping up modern vessels sold by Chinese players
VLCCs burning low-sulphur bunkers face $21,400 daily carbon cost New IMO rules also mean kamsarmax bulker levies could hit $11,200
Scorpio Tankers scores a premium as product tankers fixed To-be-delivered LR2 gets a name and Scorpio Tankers earns above market rates
Greek owner SteelShips doubles up on MR tanker newbuildings Clarksons says owner has signed for two more product carriers in South Korea
Owned vessel division pushes up Wintermar profit Offshore company says charter rates were up 31%
John Fredriksen piles up bulker sales in tandem with equity investments Reports multiply of tycoon accelerating the pace of disposals from private fleet
VLEC takes 'unusually long' voyage to China with US ethane amid tariff uncertainties But most VLGCs remain on track for Chinese discharges despite extra costs
Arne Fredly sells out of shipping investment firm as tycoon Oystein Stray Spetalen hoovers up shares Norwegian investor agrees to offload 18% stake in Standard ETC for $18.6m
US tariff fears see VLCC cargoes meant for China divert to South East Asia Kpler says initial fixtures slated for May delivery are being sent to Singapore and Malaysia
Hanwha Ocean first-quarter profit soars on high-value LNG carriers Shipbuilder gives 2025 forecast on likely vessel ordering
Arne Fredly sells out of shipping investment firm as tycoon Oystein Stray Spetalen hovers up shares Norwegian investor agrees to offload 18% stake in Standard ETC for $18.6m
Capital Maritime firms up $1.26bn container ship newbuilding deal in South Korea Greek owner books in 18 vessels at two HD Hyundai Group yards
South East Asia container freight rates to USWC are overtaking China's, says Xeneta US tariff war pushes down demand for Chinese exports
Bulker holed and fuel spilled in collision with container ship Authorities observed oil in Vietnam's Long Tau River after Friday's accident
Ukrainian secret service seizes cargo ship over Crimea grain claims Danube is becoming Kyiv's favoured hunting ground to settle scores with Russian-trading vessels
Major earthquake off coast of Ecuador forces refinery to shut Kpler says two pipelines have resumed pumping oil following 6.3 magnitude seismic event off the coast
'Aha-moments and new insights': Gard takes a stake in safer shipping to cut claims The largest protection and indemnity club is seeking to cut casualties
Iran silent on cause of port blast that killed at least 40 people Fears of food shortages after massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee in Bandar Abbas on Saturday
Sanctioned tanker free to go after 40 faults fixed, says Estonia Maritime authority says crew cooperated during detention
CMB.Tech and Golden Ocean downgraded as debt reduction leaves 'little room' for dividends Clearer communication on dividends would be positive, Arctic says
Grieg Maritime appoints new board member as Elisabeth Grieg steps down Siv Remoy-Vangen was previously CEO of Maritime Bergen and shipbroker
Kpler completes $241m takeover of Spire Global's maritime business after legal spat US-listed seller says it has paid off all debt with the proceeds
Trump demands free access to both Suez and Panama canals for US ships Egyptian politician says US president is attempting to bully and blackmail
Southeast Asia container freight rates to USWC are overtaking China's, says Xeneta US tariff war pushes down demand for Chinese exports
Asyad Shipping linked to $205m VLCC pair acquisition after successful IPO Omani shipping company said to be snapping up modern vessels sold by Chinese players
Longshore union blasts Trump tariffs, warns of massive job losses The International Longshore and Warehouse Union on Monday blasted President Trump's trade war with China, saying tariffs will cause massive job losses and devastate working-class families.
Logistics company Jet Freight to start virtual cargo airline in India An asset management company in Dubai has placed a large order to convert used Airbus A330 passenger aircraft to an all-cargo configuration for customers in the India market.
'No way' US can recoup lost China container imports: Analyst President Trump's China trade embargo is projected to devastate containerized shipments moving through U.S. ports.
The Suez Canal Authority has announced that it will introduce surcharges on transit tariffs through the Egyptian canal for most major cargo vessels, effective July 15.
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