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MSC Cruises has signed a major new shipbuilding agreement with MEYER WERFT in Papenburg for the construction of four next-generation cruise vessels, with two additional options, marking the launch of …

Kalmar has unveiled its next-generation lithium-ion battery solution for the Kalmar electric straddle carrier. The new Gen 2 battery offers higher energy capacity, improved thermal stability, and extended operating times, …

Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has appointed Patrick Krawutschke as Managing Director of HPC Hamburg Port Consulting, effective January 1, 2026. He will manage the HHLA subsidiary alongside Nils …

Port Everglades in Broward County has set new benchmarks across all three of its core business sectors, cruise, cargo, and energy, based on preliminary Fiscal Year 2025 figures. The port …

Toll Group has launched Singapore’s first decarbonisation hub dedicated to electric supply vessels, marking a major step toward greener maritime logistics. The 12-month proof-of-concept project is developed in partnership with …

Transnet SOC Ltd has reported improved performance for the six months ending 30 September 2025, highlighting growth across revenue, EBITDA, and rail volumes. Revenue rose 8.8% to R45.2 billion, while …

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DP World has announced that its terminals in Körfez and Yarımca have together surpassed one million TEU, marking a major milestone for container handling and trade flows across Türkiye. The …

ICTSI will invest R$948 million to expand and modernize its Rio Brasil Terminal at the Port of Rio de Janeiro. The project, running from 2025 to 2029, will increase the …

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GXO Logistics has appointed Bart Beeks as Chief Operating Officer in a newly created role. The appointment takes effect on January 2, 2026. Beeks will lead GXO’s global operational excellence …

AD Ports Group announced its intention to launch a cash Mandatory Tender Offer to acquire an additional stake in Alexandria Container & Cargo Handling Company, which would give it majority …

According to Reuters, French shipping group CMA CGM is planning to raise around €325 million ($378.3 million) through the issuance of a three-year exchangeable bond, which could be reimbursed using …

CNC has rolled out key upgrades to the CP2 and JP8 services, strengthening connections between the Philippines, China, and Japan. The changes improve schedule reliability and expand options for reefer …

Pacific International Lines has completed its first intermodal shipment in Costa Rica, marking a new milestone for its Central America operations. The 40-foot container, carrying vehicle parts, moved from Ningbo, …

ABB and HDF Energy have signed a joint development agreement to create a high-power fuel cell unit for marine use. The technology targets megawatt-scale installations for large seagoing vessels. The …

HMM, Ocean Network Express (ONE) and Yang Ming Marine Transport have each released details of their East–West service networks for 2026, covering the major trade lanes linking Asia with Europe, …

Anglo-Eastern has completed its first pilot training course on ammonia as a marine fuel. The programme marks a key step as the company prepares to take over its first ammonia-fuelled …

The Prince Rupert Port Authority has named Kurt Slocombe as its new Interim President, effective January 1, 2026. The appointment was approved by the PRPA Board of Directors. Slocombe currently …

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CMA CGM has strengthened its Morocco Shuttle (MOSHT1) service by introducing a new port call at Algeciras and deploying an additional 1,000 TEU vessel, increasing overall capacity on the route. …

According to DynaLiners, India plans to launch Bharat Container Shipping Lines. The Shipping Corporation of India and Concor will be the main stakeholders. Additional shares may go to the Chennai …

Ngqura has replaced the nearby Port Elizabeth on the joint MIDAS1/MESAWA service operated by CMA CGM and Maersk, strengthening the rotation between the Middle East/Indian Subcontinent and West Africa. According …

Admiral Container Lines has restructured its ILX service following the withdrawal of ONE’s vessel from the previously joint operation. As a result, Admiral CL is now operating the service independently …

Ellerman City Liners has expanded its service offering by adding a Gdynia–Bilbao connection through slot capacity on the iPEX3 service, using the Ro/Ro-multipurpose Baltic–Iberia loop operated by Finnlines, part of …

Zodiac Maritime has reportedly placed an order for six 9,000-TEU containerships with Jiangsu Hantong Heavy Industry, with deliveries expected in the second half of 2028, as DynaLiners reported. These vessels …

The grounding of a Yang Ming ship in Keelung port a year ago was due to unforeseen circumstances and contingency planning failure, according to the Taiwan Transportation Safety Board (TTSB). …

Greta Shipping and Hapag-Lloyd are set to combine their Middle East–Indian Subcontinent (ME–ISC) feeder services in mid-December, merging the previously separate Jebel Ali–Karachi Express (JKX) operated by Greta Shipping and …

The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) and Africa Global Logistics (MSC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the Bagamoyo port development in Tanzania. The MoU covers the design, construction, …

PortSide Stories: Mumbai Where India’s Energy Meets the Ocean The Port of Mumbai is one of India’s busiest maritime gateways. Ships move day and night. Cargo, fuel, and containers flow …

DP World will welcome transport and logistics provider PAV Haulage to a new facility at London Gateway Logistics Park. In Q1 2026, PAV Haulage will occupy the 94,000 sq. ft. …

Busan Port Authority (BPA) has launched South Korea’s first state-owned all-electric ferry. ABB supplied the vessel’s full electric propulsion and power systems. The ferry marks a major step in the …

Fincantieri has launched Seven Seas Prestige™ at its Marghera shipyard, marking a new step in ultra-luxury cruise shipbuilding. The vessel is the first of two next-generation ships Fincantieri is building …

Gold Star Line (ZIM) and Interasia are set to become vessel providers on the KCI service from the start of 2026, replacing ONE and SITC in the four-party operation, according …

Bengal Tiger Line is set to join Yang Ming’s SE8 service as a vessel provider later in December, marketing the service under the SHS name, according to Alphaliner. The service …

Hapag-Lloyd has signed a contract with Chinese shipyard CIMC Raffles to build eight new container ships. Each vessel will carry 4,500 TEU. Deliveries are scheduled for 2028 and 2029. The …

Maersk has announced several changes to its regional leadership structure. Executive Summary Ditlev Blicher becomes Regional President for North America. Scott Andrew Elliott becomes interim Regional President of Asia-Pacific. Charles …

Crowley has announced that Megan Davidson will succeed Ray Fitzgerald as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 1, 2026, as part of a planned leadership transition aimed at supporting continued operational …

COSCO Specialised Carriers (South America) Co., Ltd. is now officially operating in Manaus, Brazil, connecting the region to the Asian market with containers and general cargo from China. The first …

CMA CGM has taken another significant step in its energy transition with the naming of the CMA CGM ANTIGONE. The vessel joins the Group’s growing fleet of dual-fuel methanol ships. …

In this interview, Container News journalist Antonia Saratsopoulou speaks with Constantine Komodromos, Founder and CEO of VesselBot, about the pivotal moments that reshaped VesselBot’s mission, the scientific rigor behind its …

AD Ports Group, through its subsidiary Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, has signed a second 50-year land lease agreement with Azizi Developments. The UAE developer plans to …

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has expanded its service coverage with the addition of Kendari, Indonesia (IDKDI) to its global network, strengthening connectivity for shippers in eastern Indonesia. The new offering …

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Drewry’s World Container Index (WCI) increased 2% this week to $1,957 per 40ft container. This marks the second straight weekly gain. Rising spot rates on Asia–Europe routes drove the increase, …

Lloyd’s Register (LR), EXMAR, and the Belgian Federal Public Service (FPS) for Mobility and Transport have jointly developed interim guidelines that support the safe use of ammonia cargo as fuel …

A.P. Moller – Maersk has appointed Robert Erni as its next Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Executive Board. He will replace Patrick Jany, who steps down after six …

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The most advanced segment in maritime decarbonisation Containerships are no longer waiting for the future of alternative fuels; they are building it today. According to the latest live data from …

Wärtsilä will deliver the fourth stage of the Eraring battery energy storage facility at Origin Energy’s Eraring Power Station in New South Wales, Australia. The expansion adds 360 MWh, bringing …