Hazard Level D Cargo Ships Changes Course After Taiwan Quake
The significant earthquake that rocked the east coast of Taiwan at 8am local time on Wednesday caused noticeable disruptions in marine operations
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South Korea Detains Cargo Ship for Alleged Sanction Violation
In a rare act, the South Korean Coast Guard has detained a merchant ship on its course, identified as the De Yi, due to its stateless status.
ONE's East Coast Service Delayed Due to Red Sea Crisis
Singapore's container shipping company ONE has announced a delay in resuming its EC4 service until conditions in the Red Sea become stable.
Berths Damaged at Hualien Port, Taiwan After Quake
The quake caused significant damage to Hualien port, affecting several docks particularly those designated for sand and bulk cargo unloading.
Direct Calls to Hong Kong Cancelled by Container Alliances
Major container shipping alliances are moving away from including Hong Kong as a primary port of call in their east-west trade routes.
CNC & COSCO Sign Asian Vessel-Sharing Partnership
COSCO and CNC, a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group, have finalized a vessel-sharing partnership for operations between China and the Philippines.
Electric Passenger Vessel Launched by Pyxis in Singapore
On March 27, 2024, Pyxis unveiled its electric port passenger vessel, X TRON, during a launch event at Clifford Pier in Singapore.
Maintenance Robot Created by MOL & Other Japanese Companies
Mitsui OSK Lines, in collaboration with Sumitomo Heavy Industries and other Japanese firms, has introduced a maintenance robot
COSCO SHIPPING & CITIC Group Ink Cooperation Deals
Earlier in March, COSCO SHIPPING made headlines by entering into two significant cooperation agreements in Shanghai.
Two Killed in Crane Collapse at Ulsan Container Pier
South Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor announces partial halt to reinforcement operations at Jeong Il Ulsan Container Terminal following an incident
Majority Stake in Gopalpur Port Purchased by Adani
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) of India has finalized a deal to acquire a 95% share in Gopalpur Port Limited.
Pier Damaged in Keelung Port After COSCO Boxship Collision
A container ship operated by COSCO Shipping Lines collided with a pier at Keelung port in Taiwan, causing structural damage during its docking.
New Jiangzhou Shipbuilding Wins First Foreign Order
New Jiangzhou Shipbuilding, previously known as Jiangzhou Union Shipbuilding has secured its first international order since its revival last year
Pakistan's Port of Gwadar Targeted by Armed Gunmen
March 20th, Gwadar Port in Pakistan was targeted by gunmen in an assault. The “Balochistan Liberation Army,” a separatist group, has claimed the attack.
China Aims to Get Cruise Industry Sailing Again
After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, a mainland Chinese port has reopened for cruise ships to homeport, marking a significant milestone.
Evergreen Vessel Detained in Qingdao Following Collision
A vessel belonging to the Evergreen Marine Corporation has been detained at the port of Qingdao in China for an inquiry following a collision.
Subic Bay Added to ONE's China Thailand Philippines Route
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has introduced Subic Bay port into the service rotation for its China Thailand Philippines route (CTP).
South Korean Chemical Tanker Capsizes Off Japan Coast
A chemical tanker flying the S. Korean flag has overturned near the coast of Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan with efforts to save crew in progress.
Search On for Missing Seafarer in Singaporean Waters
Efforts to find a crew member who went missing from a bulk carrier in the waters off Singapore in the early morning of 15 March are still underway
New West Asian Regional HQ Opened by ONE in Dubai
Ocean Network Express (ONE), the world's sixth-largest container shipping company, has inaugurated its West Asia regional headquarters in Dubai.