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.
Ports & Logistics
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
Police and Navy Conduct Terror Drill at Alicante Port
Spanish National Police and Navy forces executed a joint training exercise simulating a terrorist threat near Alicante's cruise terminal.
Armed Robbery Hits Cargo Vessel at Mongla Port
A Bangladeshi online news outlet has reported that the general cargo ship Shejyoti was attacked by armed assailants at Mongla Port, Bangladesh,.
CMA CGM, SNP to Build $600M Deepwater Port in Haiphong
CMA CGM signs agreement with Saigon Newport Corporation to establish new $600 million deepwater terminal in Haiphong, located in northern Vietnam
HGK Gets Green Light for Remote Vessel Trials in Germany
HGK Shipping, a leader in inland shipping, has received approval to begin testing remote-controlled vessels on Germany's canal network.
MSC Enters Ukrainian Logistics with Strategic Acquisitions
Medlog, the inland logistics arm of global shipping giant Mediterranean Shipping Co, makes significant move into the Ukrainian logistics sector.
US Coast Guard Probes Back-to-Back Ship Fires in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating two separate engine room fires that occurred on consecutive days aboard vessels docked in Puerto Rico.
DanPilot Launches World’s First Remote Pilotage Trial
With official approval from the Danish Emergency Management Agency, DanPilot and Danelec have begun a groundbreaking trial of remote pilotage.