The Americas

MSC Announce North Peru Feeder Service From Salaverry & Paita

MSC has announced the launch of their “North Peru Feeder,” a new dedicated feeder service sailing from Salaverry and Paita in Peru.

An MSC container ship at sea

Dali Container Ship Finally Returns to Port of Baltimore

Dali, the containership responsible for the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on March 26, returned to the port of Baltimore on Monday.

AI generated image of container ships sailing past the Francis Scott Key bridge

Charleston Port & Inland Harbors Close Due to Software Issue

The South Carolina Ports Authority had to close the Charleston port and inland harbors for the entire day yesterday due to a software issue.

Charleston harbor

Report Finds Annual Economic Impact Growth for PortMiami

PortMiami's annual economic impact has surged to $61.4 billion, up from $41.4 billion in 2016 according to a study conducted by Martin Associates

The Port of Miami as seen from the sea

Fire Breaks Out on Decommissioned Vessel at Port of Spain

On Tuesday, May 14, the Port of Spain reported a fire on a retired vessel, AV Aqua Marine, anchored off the Trinidad and Tobago port.

The Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Another Month of Cargo Growth for Long Beach in April

The Port of Long Beach in California, USA moved 750,424 TEUs in April, marking a 14.4% increase compared to the same month in 2023.

Aerial view of shipping containers in a port

Oil Spilt After Fuel Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas

A barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island

A bridge in Galveston, Texas at sunset

Dali Lost Electrical Power Several Times Before Bridge Crash

Federal investigators report the Dali experienced multiple power failures, including the day before its the Francis Scott Key Bridge collision.

The collapsed Francis Scott Key bridge

Brooklyn & Howland Hook Marine Terminals Set for Upgrades

A port upgrade project that will transform the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port has been announced by New York authorities.

Downtown Manhattan as seen from the water

Trump Wants to Eliminate Offshore Wind if Second Term Won

Donald Trump the Republic candidate, announced plans to target offshore wind projects with an executive order if he returns to the White House.

Donald Trump disembarking from airplane

Inquiry into US Navy Ship Grounding: Captain at Fault

An investigation into a grounding incident involving a US Navy vessel has pinpointed negligence and a lack of situational awareness by the crew.

A metal stamp depicting the logo of the US Navy

Sixth Baltimore Bridge Victim Identified by Authorities

Salvage teams under the Unified Command have found the sixth casualty in the aftermath of the Baltimore Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

AI generated image of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge

Silver Nova Debuts in Alaska with Regional Culinary Program

Silversea Cruises has introduced its new vessel, the Silver Nova, to Alaska, where it will offer seven-day journeys until September 5, 2024.

A fillet of smoked salmon on a plate

Miami In-Transit Gateway Solution Launched by Maersk

Maersk has broadened its air freight services with the opening of a fully integrated, in-transit gateway solution in Miami, USA, as of April.

A plane in an airport at sunset

Port of New York and New Jersey Sees First Quarter Growth

In March, the Port of New York and New Jersey processed 701,648 TEUs, contributing to a first quarter cumulative volume of 2,001,449 TEUs.

An aerial view of a container port

New President of Panama Has Canal Water Levels Top of Agenda

The newly elected president of Panama, Jose Raul Mulino, has prioritized the water levels of the Panama Canal as a focus of his administration.

A container ship in the Panama Canal

Port of Vancouver Gears Up for Record Breaking Cruise Season

The Port of Vancouver is preparing for a bustling cruise season as it anticipates a record number of around 1.27 million passengers to visit.

An aerial view of Vancouver

Nicaragua Shelves Plan for Panama Canal Rival

Nicaragua has terminated a 50-year concession previously awarded to Chinese businessman Wang Jing to construct a rival to the Panama Canal.

A river running through Nicaragua

Princess Cruises Announces Return to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Princess Cruises has revealed plans to resume its Southern Caribbean sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, aboard the Grand Princess.

The coastline of San Juan, Puerto Rico

Carnival Cruises & New Orleans Celebrate 30th Anniversary

Carnival Cruise Line marked its 30th anniversary of operations in New Orleans with a celebratory event aboard the Carnival Liberty ship.

The Port of New Orleans