DecarbonICE Pushes Dry Ice CO2 Shipping as Cost Saver
Danish company DecarbonICE is advancing efforts to establish a complete value chain for transporting carbon dioxide in its solid state: dry ice.
Ports & Logistics
Ammonia Leak Reported on Tanker at Ust-Luga Seaport
6 July, a minor release of liquid ammonia occurred during cargo loading aboard the Eco Wizard tanker at Ust-Luga port in Russia’s Leningrad Region
Explosion and Fire Aboard Tanker Fulda Near Kandla Port
Emergency on Sunday near India’s Kandla Port when Hong Kong-flagged product tanker experienced explosion and onboard fire during gas-freeing.
IDF Strikes Houthi Targets Across Yemen in Coordinated Raid
Between night of July 6 and morning of July 7 Israel Defense Forces carried out aerial assaults targeting Houthi-controlled sites throughout Yemen
Russian Missile Strike Hits Odesa Port, Kills Two
A Russian ballistic missile struck Ukraine’s Odesa port region on July 3 resulting in two deaths and six injuries, according to official reports.
Oil Spill Contained at Uruguay's Punta Pereira Terminal
A small oil spill was reported on 2nd July at Uruguay's Punta Pereira Port Terminal during a fuel unloading operation involving a crude tanker.
Tugboat Sinks After Collision in Port of Barcelona
A tugboat named Cala Gullo sank in Spain’s Port of Barcelona on Monday, June 30, after it collided with a Malta-registered container vessel.
Fire Breaks Out on Bulk Carrier Altay in Hull Dock
On June 27th a serious fire ignited on a bulk carrier named Altay, while it was docked at Albert Dock in Hull, in the north of the United Kingdom.
Saudi Signs $586M Deals to Boost Cargo Terminals at Ports
Saudi Ports Authority signs agreements totaling more than SAR 2.2B to upgrade and manage multipurpose cargo terminals throughout the country.
Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Chang Min in Lagos Port
A fire broke out aboard a Panama-flagged bulk carrier, on June 20 while it was anchored at the ENL Consortium Terminal at Lagos Port, Nigeria.
Belfast Harbor Celebrates 1,500th Cruise Ship Visit
Belfast Harbor reached an important milestone this week as it welcomed its 1,500th cruise ship, Princess Cruises' Regal Princess, into port.
Two Killed in Steel Unloading Tragedy in Rotterdam Port
A tragic accident took place on June 19th aboard the inland cargo vessel Ronny-O, docked at Waalhaven in the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Cargo Ship Collides in Bremen; Captain Faces Alcohol Probe
A cargo ship flying the Norwegian flag, Wilson Nanjing, was involved in a collision with a docked vessel at Germany’s Bremen port on June 12.
Crane Topples at Tuas Port During Delivery, No Injuries
A newly delivered quay crane toppled over at Singapore’s Tuas port on Sunday afternoon while being positioned at an inactive berth.
Carnival Celebrates 35 Years at Port Canaveral
Carnival Cruise Line is commemorating 35 years of sailing from Port Canaveral with a host of announcements emphasizing its local engagement.
Fire on Splendid Triggers Evacuation in Genoa, No Injuries
A fire broke out aboard a Ro-Ro passenger ship while it was docked in Genoa, Italy prompting the precautionary evacuation of crew and passengers.
ONE and Hamburg Port Partner on Shore Power Development
On June 3, the Hamburg Port Authority signed a key agreement with Ocean Network Express to expand the use of shore power at the Port of Hamburg.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Secures $100M Auto Logistics Deal
Wallenius Wilhelmsen has signed a three-year renewed logistics agreement with a key automotive OEM partner it has worked with for many years.
South Africa Moves to Relaunch National Shipping Line
More than 25 years after the sale of Safmarine to Maersk, South Africa is making strides toward establishing a new state-backed shipping company.
U.S. Court Halts Trump's Broad Tariff Measures
Development emerges in trade dispute initiated by President Trump, as U.S. federal court issues ruling to halt the administration's tariff plans