Bilbao Port Awards €11.49M Contract for Solar Power Plant
The Port Authority of Bilbao awards €11.49 million contract for the creation and upkeep of a new solar power facility at the Port of Bilbao.
Ports & Logistics
Panama Tightens Registry Rules on Older Bulkers and Tankers
Panamanian Ship Registry introduces regulation that prohibits bulk carriers and oil tankers older than 15 years from registering under its flag.
Jeroen Eijsink Named CEO of HHLA Starting October 1
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has announced the appointment of Jeroen Eijsink as its new CEO, effective from October 1st 2025.
RC Ilma Debuts in Gothenburg with LNG Bunkering Stop
Luxury megayacht RC Ilma made its inaugural stop at the Port of Gothenburg as part of its maiden voyage and underwent successful LNG bunkering.
Hong Kong Upgrades Maritime Waste Transport Network
Hong Kong is undertaking a revamp of its maritime waste transport system, with new ships to modernize its containerized garbage handling operations
Zara Founder Buys 49% Stake in UK Port Operator PD Ports
Spanish billionaire Amancio Ortega has apparently entered the maritime infrastructure sector by acquiring a 49% stake in UK-based PD Ports.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies Launch LNG JV in Rotterdam
CMA CGM has partnered with energy company TotalEnergies to establish a joint venture for LNG bunkering operations at the Port of Rotterdam.
Le Havre to Open New Cruise Terminals Starting This Fall
The Port of Le Havre has announced the phased opening of its three new cruise terminals, with the first two set to welcome passengers this fall.
GLBP and Loa Carbon Partner to Supply Renewable E-LNG
Galveston LNG Bunker Port enters into letter of intent with Loa Carbon to receive renewable e-methane for liquefaction at its upcoming facility.
Chemical Leak on MSC Soraya Triggers Hamburg Emergency
On July 20, a container onboard Panama-registered container ship MSC Soraya began leaking a hazardous chemical while docked at Hamburg Port.
Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship at Port of Antwerp
A fire erupted aboard the general cargo ship FWN Adriatic on July 16 while it was docked at the Fifth Harbor Dock in the Port of Antwerp, Belgium
Asuka III Christened in Yokohama Ahead of First Voyage
Asuka Cruises officially named its newest ship, Asuka III, during a ceremony held earlier this month at the Port of Yokohama, the company announced.
Fire Erupts on Cargo Ship in Port of Antwerp, Smoke Alert Issued
A fire broke out aboard the general cargo ship FWN Adriatic on July 16 while it was docked at Fifth Harbor Dock in Belgium’s Port of Antwerp.
Port of LA Sets June Record Amid Early Holiday Shipments
The Port of Los Angeles processed 892,340 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, achieving an 8% rise over the same month in 2024.
Rudder Failure Causes Vessel Collision in Hamburg Port
Inland vessel Willi Abicht, flying the German flag, collided with container ship COSCO Shipping Capricorn at Tollerort Container Terminal, Hamburg
Panama Canal Recovers as Rainfall Stabilizes Operations
While the Red Sea once again dominates maritime headlines, another key global shipping passage has quietly returned to full operational strength.
Genoa Cruise Drama Shows Importance of Empathy in Crisis
At the Port of Genoa, a French woman fainted on the sidewalk, overwhelmed by the fear that she and her young daughter might miss their cruise
Fire Contained on LCT Lily Princess in Philippines Port
A fire broke out in the galley on the LCT Lily Princess, a cargo vessel docked at Sorcom Private Port in the Philippines, on Wednesday July 9th.
Ilma Makes Historic First Call at Portsmouth Port, UK
Portsmouth International Port welcomed its first visit from a Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection vessel as the Ilma arrived in UK waters this week.
Fierce Storm Batters Split, Croatia With Hurricane Winds
July 8, a storm with hurricane-level winds struck Split, Croatia, bringing flooding, structural damage, and disruption to maritime operations.