Alexandros Itimoudis
Salalah and Djibouti ports enter intense competition for regional dominance
The current competitive landscape among the Arabian Sea ports is in the spotlight, as the Red Sea crisis continues hampering shipping operations, affecting all...
Egypt remains vulnerable to global shipping disruptions
The geopolitical situation in the Red Sea area has continued to deteriorate, leading to significant shipping disruptions in the Suez Canal.
According to the UNCTAD...
Maersk banks on Jordan’s resilience with Aqaba terminal concession extension
The Aqaba Container Terminal's concession extension by APM Terminals until 2046 marks a significant endorsement of Jordan's strategic geographic position close to conflict zones. This...
Indian investments bolster Chabahar port, while Chinese influence yields mixed outcomes in Pakistan and Sri Lanka
The geopolitics of port investments in the Indian Ocean has transformed the region's economic and strategic dynamics, with countries like China, India, and the...
PIL unveils sustainability report for 2023
Pacific International Lines (PIL) published the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report for 2023, underscoring a robust commitment to pioneering greener shipping solutions, enhancing...
Impact of Geopolitical Tensions in South China Sea on Major Container Lines and Regional Ports
As South China Sea remains a key global region for maritime trade, Container News decided to analyze and synthesize the available information and give...
Global fleet on growth trajectory; external factors contribute to volatility
Over these four years, the container ship fleet has seen phases of contraction, rapid expansion, and moderate growth, reflecting the dynamic nature of global...
IAPH introduces new GHG performance indicator
This week, the eighty-second meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC82) is evaluating the effectiveness of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Carbon Intensity...
Red Sea and Black Sea in the Spotlight
Global supply chains are increasingly vulnerable to geopolitical events, prompting companies to rethink and restructure their operational frameworks and supply chain strategies to enhance...
JNPA struggles in 2024 amid geopolitical challenges
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority's (JNPA's) strong performance in 2023 gave way to mounting challenges in 2024, as the governmental authorities try to regain its...
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Port of Long Beach appoints new managing director of engineering services
The Port of Long Beach has appointed Suzanne Plezia, P.E., as its new Managing Director of Engineering Services, succeeding Sean Gamette, P.E., who announced...
DP World and J.P. Morgan launch partnership
DP World Trade Finance has joined forces with J.P. Morgan to enhance access to working capital across emerging markets, addressing the persistent global trade...
Red Sea shipping traffic rebounds as Houthis limit targets
Red Sea maritime traffic has increased by 60% to approximately 36–37 vessels per day since August 2024, as Reuters reported.
However, it still falls short...
CMA CGM applies new surcharge from Far East to West Africa
French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced a peak season surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, China and Hong Kong &...