Ports & Logistics

2 days ago

Port of Auckland Prepares for Busy Cruise Season Ahead

Port of Auckland is set for a bustling cruise season, expecting over 100 ship visits and an estimated 230,000 passengers between October & April.

Port of Auckland Prepares for Busy Cruise Season Ahead
2 days ago

Labor Lockouts at Key Canadian Ports Enter Third Day

Labor lockouts at the Canadian ports of Prince Rupert and Vancouver have stretched into a third day, with no progress between union and employers

Labor Lockouts at Key Canadian Ports Enter Third Day
3 days ago

Idle Container Fleet Reaches Historic Low Amid Red Sea Crisis

The idle container fleet has hit an all-time low, with Alphaliner reporting that the Red Sea crisis has affected ship utilization more than COVID

Idle Container Fleet Reaches Historic Low Amid Red Sea Crisis
4 days ago

Port of Rotterdam Introduces Geofence for Just-In-Time Arrivals

The Port of Rotterdam has introduced a geofence to streamline ship movements, marking the initial phase of its Just In Time sailing initiative.

Port of Rotterdam Introduces Geofence for Just-In-Time Arrivals
1 Nov 2024

Crane Collapse on Cargo Ship Anka Sun Injures Three Crew

October 31, a crane on general cargo ship Anka Sun collapsed while the vessel was anchored near Ahirkapi, Turkey, injuring three crew members.

Crane Collapse on Cargo Ship Anka Sun Injures Three Crew
1 Nov 2024

Canadian West Coast Dockworkers Announce November 4 Strike

Dockworkers at Canada’s west coast ports are preparing to strike on November 4, affecting key hubs such as the Port of Vancouver.

Canadian West Coast Dockworkers Announce November 4 Strike
31 Oct 2024

Icon of the Seas to Connect to PortMiami Shore Power System

Royal Caribbean Group’s Icon of the Seas will soon make history at PortMiami by connecting to the port's newly installed shore power system.

Icon of the Seas to Connect to PortMiami Shore Power System
30 Oct 2024

CMA CGM Expands Moroccan Operations with Nador Port Deal

French company CMA CGM has initiated its third port project in Morocco, a rapidly expanding container market in North Africa.

CMA CGM Expands Moroccan Operations with Nador Port Deal
30 Oct 2024

Biden Announces $3 Billion for Port Upgrades Nationwide

President Biden has announced a $3 billion investment dedicated to cleaning up and upgrading port facilities in 27 U.S. states and territories.

Biden Announces $3 Billion for Port Upgrades Nationwide
28 Oct 2024

MV Ruby Finally Permitted to Dock at Great Yarmouth Port

After facing restrictions for weeks, the MV Ruby is to dock at the Port of Great Yarmouth on October 28, following damage sustained in September.

MV Ruby Finally Permitted to Dock at Great Yarmouth Port
25 Oct 2024

Port of Montreal Longshore Workers Issue 24-Hour Strike Notice

The union representing longshore workers at the Port of Montreal has issued a 24-hour strike notice, set to begin at 7 a.m. this Sunday.

Port of Montreal Longshore Workers Issue 24-Hour Strike Notice
24 Oct 2024

COSCO Shipping Ports Acquires Stake in Thailand's Largest Port

COSCO Shipping Ports has made a significant investment in Thailand’s largest port by acquiring stakes from Hutchison Ports at Laem Chabang.

COSCO Shipping Ports Acquires Stake in Thailand's Largest Port
21 Oct 2024

Royal Caribbean Marks Expansion of Dominica's Cabo Rojo Port

The arrival of Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas has signaled the launch of a new phase of expansion at the Cabo Rojo Cruise Port.

Royal Caribbean Marks Expansion of Dominica's Cabo Rojo Port
21 Oct 2024

Ports Facing Congestion Crisis as Vessel Bunching Surges

Container ports are grappling with severe scheduling disruptions not seen since the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Ports Facing Congestion Crisis as Vessel Bunching Surges
21 Oct 2024

MSC Acquire Majority in Brazilian Port Operator Wilson Sons

Swiss giant MSC, through its subsidiary SAS, agrees to purchase majority stake in the Brazilian port and maritime logistics company Wilson Sons.

MSC Acquire Majority in Brazilian Port Operator Wilson Sons