Electric Passenger Vessel Launched by Pyxis in Singapore
On March 27, 2024, Pyxis unveiled its electric port passenger vessel, X TRON, during a launch event at Clifford Pier in Singapore.
Ports & Logistics
117 Hectare Wildlife Sanctuary Part of Harwich Port Expansion
Local authorities have given the green light for a 117-hectare wildlife sanctuary as part of the Bathside Bay project in Harwich, UK.
Port of Baltimore Marine Traffic Suspended Until Further Notice
US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlights long-term effects on supply chains due to the indefinite closure of the Port of Baltimore.
Supply Chain Woe Could Be Caused by Baltimore Bridge Incident
Though Baltimore isn't among the top East Coast ports, it handles over one million containers annually, posing a risk of disrupting supply chains
Two Killed in Crane Collapse at Ulsan Container Pier
South Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor announces partial halt to reinforcement operations at Jeong Il Ulsan Container Terminal following an incident
Maersk Baltimore Port Calls on Hold for Time Being
Maersk Line operations involving five services that utilize the Port of Baltimore will be disrupted due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Strike Still Ongoing for Finnish Transport Workers' Union
AKT stevedores, the transport workers union in Finland, with other port-associated labor organizations, have declared extension of their political strikes
February Data Shows Increase in Port of Oakland Imports, Exports
In February, the Port of Oakland witnessed a notable increase in container traffic, exceeding the figures from the same month the previous year.
Majority Stake in Gopalpur Port Purchased by Adani
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) of India has finalized a deal to acquire a 95% share in Gopalpur Port Limited.
MSC Acquires 42% Stake in Logistics Specialist Clasquin
Maritime heavyweight MSC has, through its affiliate Shipping Agencies Services, agreed to purchase a 42% share in freight forwarding company Clasquin
Pier Damaged in Keelung Port After COSCO Boxship Collision
A container ship operated by COSCO Shipping Lines collided with a pier at Keelung port in Taiwan, causing structural damage during its docking.
Pakistan's Port of Gwadar Targeted by Armed Gunmen
March 20th, Gwadar Port in Pakistan was targeted by gunmen in an assault. The “Balochistan Liberation Army,” a separatist group, has claimed the attack.
Overweight Fees Announced by CMA CGM for South America
CMA CGM has introduced a new overweight surcharge (OWS), set to take effect from April 1, 2024, and to remain in place until further notice.
Evergreen Vessel Detained in Qingdao Following Collision
A vessel belonging to the Evergreen Marine Corporation has been detained at the port of Qingdao in China for an inquiry following a collision.
Subic Bay Added to ONE's China Thailand Philippines Route
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has introduced Subic Bay port into the service rotation for its China Thailand Philippines route (CTP).
Port of La Spezia Gets Ready for Regular COSCO Service
COSCO Shipping has announced plans for routine visits to the Port of La Spezia with its 20,000 TEU ships.
No Pollution, Injuries from Turkish Pier Crash Say Yang Ming
After the YM Witness incident which resulted in the collapse of cranes at the Port of Evyap, Yang Ming has reported no injuries or environmental harm.
ASCO Sees Three Big Contracts Extended to Tune of $25m
Energy supply chain specialist ASCO has secured three contract renewals valued at over $25 million in aggregate.
UK's Biggest Solar Energy System for Port of Liverpool
The Port of Liverpool is initiating a sustainability enhancement program for Peel Ports' operations, aiming to further reduce the port's emissions
Bulk Carrier Collides with Pier in N. Australia
Mining operations in Northern Australia were halted yesterday following an incident where a Cypriot-flagged bulk carrier collided with a pier.