Russian Drone Strikes Damage Ports and Ships in Odesa Region
Russia carried out a wave of drone attacks across Ukraine’s Odesa region on December 30, causing damage to port facilities and civilian vessels.
Ports & Logistics
Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel
One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.
Hong Kong Opens Tender for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Operator
A new tender has been issued looking for someone to operate and manage the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal (KTCT) in Hong Kong from June 2028 onward.
Cargo Ship Ignites During Overnight Russian Strike on Odessa
Lebanese flagged cargo ship catches fire after being struck during Russian drone & missile barrage on Odessa overnight into morning of December 23.
Drone Strike Damages Vessels & Piers at Russia’s Taman Port
Officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region report that a Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels and two piers including part of a supply pipeline.
Costa Toscana Completes Second Shore Power Test in La Spezia
The Costa Toscana successfully carried out a second shore power test on Thursday at the Port of La Spezia, connecting to the system at Garibaldi Pier.
Seville Cruise Port Secures 25 Year Concession with GPH and OPM
Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM) have been awarded a 25 year concession to operate Seville Cruise Port.
SIPG Elects Former Transport Chief Yu Fulin as New Chairman
Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) has appointed former head of the Shanghai transport commission Yu Fulin as its new chairman.
Port of Rouen Ends 2025 with Strong Ocean & River Cruise Activity
The Port of Rouen concluded its 2025 cruise season with a final visit from Fred. Olsen’s cruise ship, Balmoral, from December 17th to 18th.
Odfjell Launches First Green Deep Sea Corridor Brazil–Europe
Norwegian chemical tanker operator Odfjell has introduced the world’s first regular green corridor for deep sea shipping between Brazil and Europe
Port of Brisbane Welcomes Its 500th Cruise Ship Arrival
Port of Brisbane celebrates by marking the arrival of its 500th cruise ship at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal since opening in 2022.
Atlantic Canada Marks Milestones in Strong 2025 Cruise Season
The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.
Port Tarragona Wraps 2025 Season with Strong Cruise Numbers
Port Tarragona concludes its 2025 cruise season with 62 ship calls and 126,348 passengers, confirming that 2025 ranks as its third strongest season
PortMiami Sets New Single Day Passenger Record
A social media announcement confirmed PortMiami achieved a milestone after handling ten cruise ships and more than 75,000 passengers in one day.
Brazil Approves Major Expansion for Rio Brasil Terminal
Government gives green light to $175 million private investment aimed at expanding and modernizing Rio Brasil Terminal at Port of Rio de Janeiro.
Costa Expands Electric Truck Use in Port Logistics
Costa Cruises strengthens sustainability efforts by increasing the use of electric trucks within its port logistics network of Genoa and Savona.
Jamaica Reopens Cruise Ports After Hurricane Mellissa
All major Jamaican cruise ports have officially reopened following Hurricane Mellissa, according to a statement released by national authorities.
New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules
New Zealand’s government reaffirmed its cabotage regulations, which require domestic coastal shipping be carried out by vessels registered in NZ.
HD Hyundai Partners with Tamil Nadu for $2bn Shipyard
South Korea's HD Hyundai has entered into an agreement with the Tamil Nadu state government to develop a $2 billion shipyard facility in Madurai.
Louis Dreyfus Joins AD Ports to Develop Bulk Facility in Karachi
Louis Dreyfus to partner with subsidiary of AD Ports Group to develop clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi.