Ports & Logistics

AD Ports Group Expands Into Brazil With CLI Deal

AD Ports Group has made its first move into South America with its biggest acquisition so far.

An aerial view of a container terminal

Worker Dies in Fatal Accident at Port of Hamburg

Worker loses life following an accident aboard a cargo ship at the Port of Hamburg on May 29 after being struck by a heavy object.

Cranes at the Port of Hamburg, germany

South Africa's Transnet Signs LNG Terminal Deal for Ngqura Port

South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has entered into a 25-year terminal operator agreement with Ukwanda LNG.

The flag of South Africa flying against a blue sky

Live Ship Schedule launched by Port of San Diego

The Port of San Diego has introduced a new online schedule for cargo and cruise vessels known as PortControl.

An aerial view across San Diego and its port

Port of Seattle Extends Cruise Partnership With NCLH

The Port of Seattle Commission has approved a new long-term lease amendment with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH).

Cranes at the Port of Seattle with the city in the background

Chile Approves Major San Antonio Port Expansion

Chile has approved the long-planned Puerto Exterior expansion at the Port of San Antonio, creating a major new hub for container trade in South America.

The Port of San Antonio, Chile under a purple sky

Panama Canal Traffic Surges Amid Hormuz Tensions

Ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to a major increase in Panama Canal traffic, with the waterway now operating close to full capacity.

A tugboat in the Panama Canal

First Woman Named Head of Panama Canal by Panama President

Ilya Espino de Marotta chosen as next administrator of the Panama Canal, becoming the first woman to lead one of the world’s most important trade routes.

Ships traversing locks on the Panama Canal

Ushuaia Port Workers Threaten Wider Protests

Port workers locked out of Port of Ushuaia since January say they plan to intensify protest actions during the upcoming 2026-27 Antarctic cruise season.

A ship in the Port of Ushuaia, Argentina

Georgia Ports Volumes Dip Amid Softer Market

Georgia Ports Authority reports 2.5% decrease in container volumes through April as comparisons with last year’s tariff-related cargo surge impact results.

A cargo ship in Savannah, Georgia

Merchant Ships Hit in Russian Drone Attack at Odessa

Two commercial vessels, including a Chinese-owned ship, were struck by Russian drones while approaching ports in Ukraine’s Odessa region on Monday, May 18

The Port of Odessa, Ukraine

Panama Canal Delay Worries Grow Ahead of June Maintenance

Congestion at the Panama Canal is increasing as authorities prepare for maintenance work next month that is expected to temporarily reduce transit capacity.

The Panama Canal

Brazilian Authorities Seize Cocaine From Bulk Carrier at Santos Port

Brazilian authorities confiscate around 340 kilograms of cocaine from Liberia-flagged bulk carrier while the vessel was docked at Santos on May 10.

A View of Santos Port in Brazil

US Invests $774m in Port Infrastructure Projects

The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced a $774 million funding package to support port infrastructure.

The port of Los Angeles

PSA Expands Investment in Xiamen Container Terminals

PSA International acquires stake in Xiamen Container Terminal Group, which operates eight terminals with an annual capacity of around 20 million TEU.

Xiamen Port in Fujian Province, China

Drone Strikes Hit Odesa Port and Damage Infrastructure

Reports say Russian drones targeted infrastructure at Ukraine’s Port of Odesa on the Black Sea, causing damage and igniting a fire in a vessel.

The Port of Odesa, Ukraine

Drone Strike on Tuapse Port, Russia Causes Fire and Casualty

Russian authorities reported a Ukrainian drone attack on Tuapse Port, which caused a fire and led to at least one death overnight on April 20th.

A view across Tuapse Port in Russia

Star Princess Completes First Panama Canal Transit

Princess Cruises’ latest vessel, Star Princess, has completed its maiden voyage through the Panama Canal - a highlight in the ship’s debut season.

A tugboat in the Panama Canal

Norwegian Jewel Restarts Cruise Sailings From Philadelphia

Norwegian Jewel became the first cruise ship in years to arrive and depart from Philadelphia as operations resume at the PhilaPort Cruise Port.

Close up of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship

Marseille Port to Provide Power to Three Cruise Ships At Once

Port of Marseille Fos is preparing to become one of the first Mediterranean ports able to provide shore power to three large cruise ships at once.

Cruise ships in the cruise terminal at Marseille, France