Rotterdam: Mandatory Secure Chain Collection for Some Shipments
Starting October 1, 2024, container shipments from the Middle East, Africa, India, and Pakistan must use the Secure Chain system at Rotterdam.
Ports & Logistics
Timo A. Schön Appointed Bremerhaven's General Manager
Global Ports Holding (GPH) has announced the appointment of Timo A. Schön as the new general manager for Bremerhaven Cruise Port.
Hong Kong Cracks Down on Smuggling; Seizes Three Containers
Hong Kong Customs have announced the seizure of 3 containers filled with smuggled electronic goods & automobile parts, valued at HK$100 million.
New Hanseatic Global Terminals Revealed by Hapag-Lloyd
Hapag-Lloyd's terminal and infrastructure division has been renamed Hanseatic Global Terminals. The company is the world’s fifth-largest carrier.
ONE to Improve Thailand Indonesia Service
Ocean Network Express (ONE) will be upgrading its Thailand Indonesia Service (TID1) starting from July 10th 2024.
COSCO Unveils New Mexico Pacific-Far East Service
COSCO Shipping has introduced its new Mexico Express Service (WSA5), linking major Mexican Pacific ports with prominent Far East ports.
Insurer Cap for Singapore Oil Spill Set at S$8 Million
The insurer for the bunker tanker involved in the recent oil spill in Singapore has a claim limit of S$8 million (US$5.9 million).
MSC Enhances Asia Service Network with New & Upgraded Routes
MSC has announced updates to its Asia service network by enhancing two existing services while also introducing a brand new one.
Container Fire Reported at Port of Antwerp-Bruges
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a fire incident at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742 on June 24 at 05:30 (local time).
Panama Canal Announces Increase in Daily Transits
The Panama Canal has announced an increase in the number of daily transits rising from a total of 32 to 33, effective from July 11th.
ONE Modern is First Vessel on West India North America Route
ONE Modern has become the inaugural vessel for the new West India North America service, establishing a route between India and ports in Georgia.
Singapore to Accelerate Berth Openings to Ease Backlog
Singapore is accelerating the opening of berths at its new Tuas megaport to accommodate the increasing number of container ship calls.
Port of Aberdeen Seeks to Enhance Safety & Sustainability
North, a provider of smart integrated solutions, secures contracts worth £1M from the Port of Aberdeen to boost safety, connectivity & sustainability
Indian Government Approves Huge Port Development Near Mumbai
The massive Vadhavan port, situated approximately 125 km north of Mumbai on India's west coast, has been under discussion for over a decade.
Port of Montreal Praised for Sustainability & Green Practices
For the 17th year in a row, the Port of Montreal has been honored for its sustainable development practices and environmental performance.
Port of Antwerp-Bruges Oil Spill Clean Up Operations Done
Cleanup operations for ships and quay walls at Deurganckdok in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges have been completed following a recent oil spill.
Sentosa Beaches Closed After Pasir Panjang Terminal Collision
According to Singapore National Media, the beaches on Sentosa Resort Island were closed following an oil spill at a nearby port.
China and Russia Partner to Create Arctic Liner
Russia is moving forward with a project in collaboration with China to enable year-round container shipping along the Northern Sea Route (NSR).
Main Baltimore Shipping Channel Due to Reopen at Weekend
The main shipping channel into Baltimore port will reopen this weekend, 75 days after a 9,962 TEU containership lost power and hit a bridge.
New Financial Service Model for Port Calls Launched
Wilhelmsen Port Services, in partnership with Round Fort Capital, introduced a new financial service at the Posidonia exhibition in Greece.