Passenger Ferry Sinks at Philippine Port During Severe Weather
A passenger ferry sank while moored at a Philippine port on October 7 amid rough weather conditions. All crew members on board escaped safely.
Ports & Logistics
Belgian Maritime Pilots Slow Work in Pension Reform Protest
Since October 5th, Belgian maritime pilots have initiated a coordinated work slowdown to oppose the government’s proposed pension reforms.
Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul
October 6, the Turkey-flagged ferry Okmeydani was involved in a collision with another ferry before crashing into the pier at Sirkeci, Istanbul.
US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels
US Customs has just released further guidance on the new port fees for Chinese-linked ships, which they say are set to take effect next week.
Greenpeace Blocks LNG Terminal in Zeebrugge Protest
October 1st, Greenpeace activists staged a blockade at Belgium’s LNG import terminal in Zeebrugge, targeting LNG imports from Russia and the US.
Vehicle Carrier Strikes Lock at Zeebrugge Port
On September 24th, a Liberian-flagged car carrier named the Jisu Fortune struck the Pierre Vandamme lock at the port of Zeebrugge in Belgium.
NPA and APM Terminals Sign $60M Green Port Agreement
The Nigerian Ports Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with APM Terminals to advance decarbonization in container transport.
Bahamas Enforces Mandatory Maritime Pilotage Rule
The Bahamian government has begun enforcing a maritime pilotage law that requires all vessels entering the nation’s ports to use pilot services.
Galveston LNG Bunker Port Advances Texas Terminal Project
Galveston LNG Bunker Port, a U.S.-based energy company, has taken a step forward in developing clean marine fuel infrastructure along the Gulf Coast.
Port of Seattle Opens Funding for Community Projects
Port of Seattle opens applications for community-based organizations seeking funding for environmental projects in underserved neighborhoods.
Israeli Airstrikes Hit Yemen’s Hodeidah Port Facilities
The Yemeni port of Hodeidah was struck by a series of Israeli air raids on September 16th, following an evacuation warning issued by the IDF.
Port of Kolkata Signs 30-Year Deal with JSW Infrastructure
The Port of Kolkata has entered into a 30-year concession agreement with JSW Infrastructure, India’s second-largest private port operator.
Beirut Blast Ship Owner Arrested in Bulgaria
Bulgarian authorities have detained Igor Grechushkin, the shipowner linked to the ammonium nitrate that triggered the Beirut port explosion.
Empty Containers Now 41% of Global Shipping Traffic
A new study by the Danish consultancy Sea-Intelligence highlights the rising share of empty containers that are being transported worldwide.
Port of Kiel Now Powers Seven Vessels Simultaneously
The Port of Kiel in Germany now provides shore power to seven ships at once making it the most extensive & advanced system of its kind in Europe.
Portland’s Terminal 6 Secured with New Operator
The US state of Oregon’s only container terminal, Portland’s Terminal 6, has been given a new lease of life with a fresh operator stepping in.
Long Beach Port Commits $102M to Zero-Emission Projects
Port of Long Beach approves $102 million investment aimed at advancing zero-emission operations, focusing on acquiring clean cargo-handling equipment
AIDA Expands Biofuel Use and Shore Power Connections
AIDA says during first half of 2025 it consumed over 3,300 tons of bio-LNG on the AIDAnova and completed more than 250 shore power connections.
Spain Bans Military Cargo Shipments Bound for Israel
Spain has introduced a ban preventing ships and aircraft transporting weapons or military-grade fuel to Israel from accessing its ports or airspace
Bangladesh Moves Ahead with First Deep-Sea Port Plan
Bangladesh is pressing forward with advanced plans to establish its first deep-sea port, set to be located at Matarbari on Maheshkhali Island.