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.
Ports & Logistics
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.
New Trieste Port to Become Hungary's Gateway to the Sea
Trieste to become Hungary’s main port as construction begins on 30-hectare site acquired by Hungarian government with completion anticipated by 2028
Jan de Nul Aids in West Africa's New Deepwater Port Project
Belgian construction firm Jan de Nul has announced its role in developing a new port situated 50 kilometers from Dakar, Senegal.
MSC Joins CMA CGM in New Moroccan Container Terminal Project
Mediterranean Shipping Co has partnered with rival CMA CGM to invest in a new terminal at one of Africa’s fastest-growing container hubs, Morocco
MSC Cruises New Barcelona Terminal Now Open
MSC Cruises began operations at its brand-new terminal in the Port of Barcelona last Saturday. The facility covers 12,580 square meters.
Hong Kong Completes First Ship-to-Ship LNG Bunkering Ops
Hong Kong has conducted its first-ever ship-to-ship LNG transfer, marking a key step in the city’s shift towards greener shipping practices.
Vietnam’s Newest Deep-Water Port Begins Operations
Vietnam’s Hateco Hai Phong International Container Port (HHIT), the country’s most modern deep-water port, has officially launched operations.
Canada Invests $25M in Shore Power for BC Ports
Canada’s Minister for Transport and Internal Trade has announced a 35.5 million CAD grant to support shore power development in British Columbia.
Ceuta Port Adopts Mass Flow Meters for Accurate Fuel Supply
The Port of Ceuta, Spain, has introduced internationally certified mass flow meters, becoming the first port in the Mediterranean to do so.
US Container Imports Hit Record High in January
US container imports surged to a new record in January, with shipments from China rising for a second consecutive month, according to Descartes.
Ocean Network Express and LX Pantos Form Joint Venture
Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express (ONE) has partnered with Korean logistics firm LX Pantos to launch Boxlinks in the United States.
Ocean Freight Rates Expected to Drop Further in February
Ocean container freight rates are set to decline further in February, influenced by the Middle East ceasefire and Lunar New Year slowdown.
French Dockworkers Escalate Protests Over Retirement Age
French port workers and dockers unions have intensified their demonstrations against the decision to raise the age of retirement.