Corporate News

APM Terminals Takes Legal Route to Block ICTSI Durban Port Contract

APM Terminals has initiated legal action in the Durban High Court, seeking to prevent a competitor from Asia from acquiring control of key terminal.

The Durban coastline at sunset

MSC Boasts Largest Capacity for Reefer Containers

MSC solidifies its position as the leader in reefer container capacity, highlighting its dominance in the industry as the largest liner operator.

An MSC container ship at sea

New York Stock Exchange Approves Hafnia's Common Shares

Hafnia, the largest owner of product tankers globally, disclosed plans for a secondary listing in the United States towards the end of last year.

The exterior of the New York Stock Exchange building

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.

Manila at night as seen from the water

Newbuild Deal Struck By Candler and Jiangzhou Shipbuilding

German multipurpose vessel (MPP) expert Candler Schiffahrt has entered into a newbuilding agreement with a revitalized shipyard in China.

AI generated image of a Chinese shipbuildng facility

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

A MOL containership

$195m Drillship Extension for Transocean

Transocean, an offshore drilling contractor, has secured a one-year contract extension for an ultra-deepwater drillship in the US Gulf of Mexico.

Aerial image of a gulf and coastline

MSC Follows CMA CGM's Lead Into the Media Business

Following the example set by CMA CGM, affluent Mediterranean Shipping Co, established by Gianluigi Aponte, has ventured into the media industry.

Newspapers with the World Business header prominently displayed

Davie Awarded First Government Contract for Six Icebreakers

Davie announces it has secured its inaugural contract under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) from the Government of Canada.

an icebreaker vessel

Shipbuilding Risk Cover Launched at Lloyd's of London

The formation of the Builders’ Risk Consortium is a collaborative effort between Apollo, Munich Re, and Tokio Marine HCC International.

The Lloyd's of London building

COSCO SHIPPING & CITIC Group Ink Cooperation Deals

Earlier in March, COSCO SHIPPING made headlines by entering into two significant cooperation agreements in Shanghai.

A COSCO SHIPPING container ship at port

Four Options Added to Car Carrier Series by Wallenius Wilhelmsen

Wallenius Wilhelmsen has expanded its order for environmentally friendly ships with an additional four vessels capable of using methanol for fuel

AI generated image of a black and turquoise hulled car carrier vessel

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.

AI generated image of Gopalpur Port, India

ONE Announces Plan to Expand Fleet to 3m TEU by 2030

ONE, ranked as the sixth largest shipping line globally, has unveiled a plan to expand its operating capacity to 3 million TEU by 2030.

A ONE container ship in port

UK Court Rules in Favor of Victor Restis in Debt Dispute

In a legal battle in London, Greek shipping magnate Victor Restis emerged victorious against Amanda Staveley, co-owner of Newcastle United, over debt

Scales of justice

MSC Acquires 42% Stake in Logistics Specialist Clasquin

Maritime heavyweight MSC has, through its affiliate Shipping Agencies Services, agreed to purchase a 42% share in freight forwarding company Clasquin

An MSC container ship at sea

Swire Renewable Energy & Tien Li Offshore Wind Technology Join Forces

Swire Renewable Energy is joining forces with Tien Li Offshore Wind Technology, a Taiwanese manufacturer of wind turbine blades.

Close up of a wind turbine's blades

Norwegian Shipowners’ Association Welcomes New CEO

The Norwegian Shipowners' Association has named Knut Arild Hareide, the nation's ex-minister of transport, as its forthcoming chief executive.

The Norwegian flag on the stern of a boat

Itochu & U-Ming Singapore Sign MoU for Ammonia Dual-Fuel Bulkers

U-Ming Marine Transport has entered into a MoU with the Japanese conglomerate Itochu to co-own and manage ammonia-powered dual-fuel bulk carriers

AI generated image of an MoU and container ships in a port

New Warehouse Facility in Mexico for Maersk

Maersk has recently launched a new logistics center spanning 30,000m² in Tijuana, Mexico, aimed at enhancing cross-border trade for clients.

Maersk container trucks in a depot