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.
Ports & Logistics
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.
Cargo Ship Docks in Tromsø with 20,000 Tons of Ammonium Nitrate
Cargo vessel Ruby, registered in Malta, arrived at Tromsø harbor in Norway after sustaining hull damage from running aground.
China State Shipbuilding Corporation Units to Merge
Two divisions of China’s largest shipbuilding conglomerate, China State Shipbuilding Corporation, are set to merge through a share swap deal.
Port of Gothenburg Unveils New 144,000 Square Meter Terminal
The Port of Gothenburg has officially opened a new port terminal, "Arendal 2," covering an area of 144,000 square meters.
Fremantle Port: Tall Ship Damaged by Container Vessel
In an incident early this morning, Australia’s largest sail-training tall ship sustained severe damage after being hit by the Maersk Shekou.
Indian Government Reaches Wage Agreement with Dockworkers
The Indian government has successfully finalized a wage agreement with dockworkers, bringing an end to nearly three years of negotiations.
Explosion on Cargo Ship at Manila Results in Fatality, Injuries
A cargo ship flying the Philippine flag experienced an explosion while docked at Manila Port on August 27, as reported by local news outlets.
Panama Canal to Implement Long-Term Slot Allocation System
Panama Canal to introduce long-term slot allocation system aimed at enhancing transit certainty, flexibility, particularly for neopanamax locks.