Australia to Cancel Chinese Lease of Darwin Port
Australia is moving ahead with plans to terminate a Chinese firm's lease on the Port of Darwin, located in the far north of the country.
Ports & Logistics
Panama Canal Opens Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project
The Panama Canal Authority has announced the launch of a bidding process for a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline.
Tourist Arrested in Japan for Carrying Firearm to Port
A 73-year-old tourist was taken into custody at Kobe Port Terminal after disclosing he had a gun in his luggage while preparing to board a cruise
South Korea Makes Record Cocaine Seizure from Cargo Ship
South Korean authorities have seized approx two tons of cocaine, the largest drug bust in the country’s history, aboard a bulk carrier in Gangneung
Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate
U.S. President Trump introduces tariffs, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports in a move that has triggered backlash from global trade partners
Strong Winds Break Discovery Princess from Moorings in SF
The Discovery Princess broke loose from its moorings at San Francisco’s Pier 27 after powerful winds unexpectedly hit the area.
Malta Signs First Shore Power Deal in Mediterranean
Malta makes move toward greener maritime operations by signing Mediterranean’s first Power Purchase Agreement for shore power with Carnival UK & P&O
Port of San Diego Wins Award for Urban Sustainability Effort
The Port of San Diego has received the Grow Urban Sustainability Award at the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s Create the Future Awards ceremony.
CMA CGM Bids to Acquire Air Belgium’s Cargo Operations
CMA CGM submits proposal to acquire Air Belgium’s cargo division after Walloon Brabant business court overturns Air One Belgium’s takeover bid.
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Welcomes Three Ships in One Day
On March 19, 2025, Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Cruise Terminal hosted three cruise ships from two major cruise lines, according to a press release.
Fuel Spill at Keelung Port Affects Multiple Vessels
A fuel spill at Taiwan’s Keelung port on March 16 led to the release of approximately 100 liters of fuel, contaminating several vessels.
ACCC Raises Concerns Over DP World’s Acquisition of Silk Logistics
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission raise concerns about DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics, citing potential competition issues.
Russian Missile Strike on Odessa Port Kills Four Crew Members
March 11, a Russian ballistic missile attack targeted Ukraine's Odessa port resulting in the deaths of four crew members aboard a bulk carrier.
Transnet Seeks Operator for Durban Multipurpose Terminal
South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is seeking an operator for a multipurpose terminal at the Port of Durban.
Hapag-Lloyd Acquires Majority Stake in Le Havre Terminal
Hanseatic Global Terminals has purchased a 60% stake in CNMP, the operator of Atlantique container terminal in Le Havre, France.
Hong Kong Welcomes 17 International Cruise Ships in March
The Hong Kong Tourism Board and the Tourism Commission have announced that 17 international cruise ships will visit Hong Kong throughout March.
MOL Acquires LBC Tank Terminals in $1.72 Billion Deal
MOL announces acquisition of LBC Tank Terminals, a leading operator specializing in the storage and handling of chemicals in Europe and the U.S.
Singapore Welcomes CMA CGM’s First Methanol-Powered Ship
The Port of Singapore received CMA CGM Iron the first dual-fuel methanol-powered containership in CMA CGM’s fleet during its call on March 4.
Missile Strike at Odesa Port Damages Two Vessels
On 1st March a Russian ballistic missile attack on the Port of Odesa resulted in damage to two commercial vessels and injured two port workers.
Cargo Vessel Collision at Gemlik Port, Turkey
On 27th February, a maritime mishap unfolded at Gemlik Port in Turkey when two general cargo vessels, Friends RS 1 and Jessica BB, collided.