Federal Agents Investigate Maersk Saltoro at Baltimore Port
On the morning of September 21, US federal agents boarded the Maersk Saltoro for an inspection while it was docked at the Port of Baltimore.
Ports & Logistics
FAX/IEA/EAX/REA/FAS Service Restructures into Two Loops
The FAX/IEA/EAX/REA/FAS service which is operated by a group of different shipping lines is set to undergo a major overhaul.
Port of New Orleans Resumes Full Operations After Hurricane
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and the New Orleans Public Belt (NOPB) have fully restored regular operations following Hurricane Francine.
Potential U.S. East & Gulf Coast Dockworker Strike Looms Large
With less than two weeks left to reach an agreement, the possibility of 45,000 American dockworkers going on strike next month appears likely.
Crane Collapse at Yantian Port Causes Disruption
On September 16th, a ship-to-shore crane collapsed, falling onto a containership in a marine incident at Yantian Port, China.
Ribost Gets Permit to Add New Storage Tanks at Long Beach Port
Ribost Terminals submitted a request for a Harbor Development Permit to build two petroleum storage tanks, each with a capacity of 25,000 barrels
DSV to Acquire DB Schenker in €14.8 Billion Deal
Danish logistics giant DSV has signed an agreement to acquire DB Schenker, the rail logistics division of Deutsche Bahn.
Lithuania Denies Entry to Ship Carrying Explosive Cargo
Lithuania’s Prime Minister says a ship carrying a potentially hazardous cargo will not be granted access to the country for emergency repairs.
Seattle to Focus on Emissions Cuts in Cruise Agreements
Seattle takes significant step toward sustainability by making GHG reduction core requirement for renewing long-term cruise berthing agreements.
$16 Million Settlement Reached Over Jacksonville Ship Fire
On September 9th, a settlement exceeding $16 million was reached in a lawsuit stemming from the fire aboard the Hoegh Xiamen in Jacksonville, USA
India's Vizhinjam Transhipment Hub Gaining Momentum with MSC
India’s new container transhipment hub at Vizhinjam is rapidly advancing, with MSC emerging as a potential key long-term partner.
Wärtsilä Secures Contract for Singapore's Next-Gen Traffic System
Wärtsilä awarded prototyping contract for Next Generation Vessel Traffic Management System by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore.
Man Dies Following Explosion at Sitakunda Shipbreaking Yard
A 38-year-old man passed away on Sunday while being transported to Dhaka for advanced medical care after an explosion at a Sitakunda shipbreakers
Minor Collision Between Two Bulk Carriers at Chittagong Port
Bangladeshi national news outlets have reported a minor collision between two bulk carriers at the outer anchorage of Chittagong Port.
Container Ship Averts Accident After Engine Failure at Tampa
A potential disaster was narrowly avoided when a container ship suffered engine failure while entering the port of Tampa, USA, on September 5.
Hong Kong, South China Halt Container Handling for Typhoon Yagi
Container terminals in Hong Kong and southern China paused operations yesterday, September 5, as Super Typhoon Yagi neared.
Denmark Blocks 27 Russian Ships from Local Ports & Services
Danish authorities have imposed a ban on 27 ships linked to Russia, preventing them from docking at local ports or anchoring in Danish waters.
U.S. Dockworkers Threaten Strike Amid Stalled Negotiations
Tensions are rising as dockworkers on the United State's East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to prepare for possible strike action.
Grimaldi Introduces RoRo Service Between Italy & Turkey
The Grimaldi Group is preparing to launch a new roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) shipping route connecting Italy and Turkey. later this month.
Hapag-Lloyd to Implement New GRI for South American Routes
German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd reveals plans to introduce a General Rate Increase (GRI) of US$500 per container, effective from October 1.