HHLA TK Estonia will become the first terminal in Europe to operate fully battery-powered Rubber-Tired Gantry cranes capable of completing an entire work shift solely on battery power. The cranes, …
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ANL, part of the CMA CGM Group, has announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) for shipments across key Asia–Oceania trade lanes, effective April 16, 2026. The increase applies to both …
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The Port of New York and New Jersey started 2026 with strong gains in rail and auto volumes, alongside overall growth in container traffic. Overall Throughput Total volume reached 749,906 …
Genco Shipping & Trading and Diana Shipping intensified their public dispute following Genco’s rejection of Diana’s revised, non-binding $23.50 per-share cash proposal. On March 19, 2026, Genco’s Board unanimously rejected …
PortSide Stories: Valencia The Mediterranean’s Container Powerhouse The Port of Valencia stands as the busiest container port in the Mediterranean. It plays a crucial role in global trade. Located on …
Rising fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis are pushing up inland and intermodal transport costs worldwide. A.P. Moller – Maersk has introduced temporary fuel surcharges across multiple regions. …
Genco Shipping & Trading has unanimously rejected Diana Shipping’s revised non-binding indicative proposal to acquire all outstanding Genco shares not already owned by Diana for $23.50 per share in cash. …
SITC has signed a cooperation agreement with Dalian Maritime University aimed at strengthening collaboration between the shipping industry and academic institutions. The agreement was signed on 18 March 2026 during …
CMA CGM will increase Freight All Kind (FAK) rates on shipments from Asia to the Mediterranean and North Africa. The new rates will apply from April 1 to April 14, …
Fincantieri has launched the “Viking Libra”, the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, at its shipyard in Ancona. The vessel, built for Viking, is scheduled for delivery at the end of …
The Ocean Alliance is set to revise the port rotation of its Transpacific Columbus PNW service as part of its Day 10 product update, with changes scheduled to take effect …
OOCL will become a slot charterer on the newly introduced Shenzhen–Thailand/Cambodia CSX/SKV service operated by Gold Star Line and Interasia, according to DynaLiners. The service will be marketed by OOCL …
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company will introduce an Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) on multiple trade routes starting April 2026. The measure responds to rising fuel costs and ongoing market disruption. Europe …
Drewry’s World Container Index (WCI) climbed 2% this week to $2,172 per 40-foot container, marking a third consecutive week of gains. Higher rates on the Transpacific trade route drove the …
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APM Terminals has become a 49% minority shareholder in the Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT). It also joins as the operating partner. The terminal went from greenfield to …
Wan Hai Lines will apply a Rate Restoration (RR) on Asia trades effective April 1, 2026, citing rising operating costs linked to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. The …
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Ocean Network Express (ONE) will implement an Inland Haulage Fee (IHD inbound / IHL outbound) as an emergency fuel surcharge. This applies to all shipments moving to or from Canada …
Emirates Shipping has suspended its Sun Chief Express service, ending its only direct Transpacific connection, according to DynaLiners. The service was operated in cooperation with logistics provider UWL and connected …
CMA CGM has announced an Inland Emergency Fuel Surcharge (IEFS) for the Middle East, as rising fuel costs continue to impact supply chains. The surcharge will take effect from March …
An OOCL-operated containership lost multiple containers overboard while crossing the North Pacific in heavy weather conditions. The 16,800 TEU vessel OOCL Sunflower reportedly lost 32 containers on 3 March 2026 …
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Maersk has released a new operational update as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt regional logistics. The company is implementing emergency measures to protect crews, cargo, and …
CMA CGM will introduce a new port call in Cork, Ireland, linking the Irish market directly to New York and Savannah starting April 28, 2026. Key Service Highlights: Direct Transatlantic …
The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) reported February 2026 container volumes totaling 207,725 TEUs, down 19.4% year-over-year due to last year’s cargo frontloading ahead of tariffs. While full imports fell 29.5%, …
CMA CGM has announced an increase in its Freight All Kind (FAK) rates for shipments from Europe to India and Pakistan, effective April 1, 2026. Highlights of the new rates …
Latitude Construction, the shipbuilding company operating under the Latitude Yachts brand at the Port of Riga, has announced the establishment of a new subsidiary, Latitude Naval Technologies, dedicated to the …
APM Terminals has introduced a new rail freight shuttle service between Helsingborg and the Port of Gothenburg, integrating the southern Swedish city into the port’s extensive national rail network. The …
The Port of Virginia has completed construction of a 55-foot deep shipping channel and harbor, the deepest commercial shipping channel on the US East Coast and a centrepiece of the …
Waberer’s Group, listed on the Budapest Stock Exchange, posted consolidated revenue of EUR 816.2 million in 2025, up 7.7% from 2024. EBIT grew 28.8%, while net profit more than doubled …
The digital container import release process at Germany’s North Sea ports is entering its concluding phase, with transport companies and truck drivers now required to connect to the German Ports …
The Port of Aarhus, Denmark’s largest commercial port, has appointed Ulrik Andersen as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026. Andersen brings a decade of experience as Municipal …
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China Classification Society (CCS) successfully delivered the “Chongqing Emergency 012”, the largest self-propelled crane ship in the upper Yangtze River. With an 800-ton lifting capacity, 75-meter boom height, and a …
An investment framework agreement has been signed between Ga-Hyun Chung, SAS Shipping Agencies Services S.a.r.l. (SAS Lux), part of the MSC Group, and Sinokor Maritime Co., Ltd., establishing a joint …
The Commission’s five priorities give every port in the Hamburg-Le Havre range identical policy language. The ports that translate shared frameworks into differentiated stakeholder narratives will capture disproportionate competitive positioning …
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has issued a strong statement at the International Maritime Organization’s 36th Extraordinary Council Meeting (C/ES 36) regarding attacks on commercial vessels in the Arabian …
Hapag-Lloyd and the Government of India have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) in Mumbai to strengthen maritime cooperation and support India’s shipping and logistics sector. The agreement focuses on …
Accelleron and HD Hyundai Marine Solution (HMS) have improved fuel efficiency on two Hapag-Lloyd container ships using Engine Part-Load Optimization (EPLO). The Basle Express and Essen Express recorded fuel savings …
The Port of Huelva began the year with total cargo traffic exceeding five million tons between January and February, marking a 4.25% increase. This growth is mainly driven by liquid …
The Port of Long Beach reported stable cargo volumes in February 2026, despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty around tariffs. The port handled 767,525 TEUs, up 0.3% …
CMA CGM has announced updated Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) from China and Asia to multiple destinations across Africa and the Maldives, effective from mid-March 2026. East Africa and Indian Ocean …
CMA CGM has deployed emergency multimodal transport solutions to maintain supply chains in the United Arab Emirates and northern Gulf region, while avoiding transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The …
Singapore-based Samudera Shipping Line has acquired two feeder ships from Japanese feeder operator Imoto Lines that will be assigned to their joint venture, Blue Ocean Shipping. The latter would start …
Container spot rates out of Busan climbed broadly last week. The KOBC Container Composite Index (KCCI) reached 1,879 points on Monday, up 6.34% from the previous week, according to Korea …
Bureau Veritas has granted Smartship Software Type Approval Certification (TAC) to Everllence for its PrimeServ Assist digital monitoring solution. The certification confirms compliance with the SMART(MH3) class notation, which recognizes …
Washington D.C. exports over $2 billion in industrial goods annually, with this pillar of the economy underpinned by strong warehousing and logistics. If you are trying to secure a site …
More than 80% of world trade volume is carried by sea, according to UN Trade and Development. So, when containers slow down at ports, it can affect your inventory, cash …
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