Alexandros Itimoudis
Marine insurance sector overview and trends in 2024
The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) held its 150th annual conference in Berlin, Germany, marking a significant milestone in its history. The conference,...
Nhava Sheva grapples with capacity pressures amid strong competition
Container News conducted an analysis to compare the performance metrics of Nhava Sheva port with other ports in the region or globally to contextualize...
Kribi and Freetown ports emerge as important players in global trade
In light of CMA CGM’s upgraded service network between Europe and West Africa, Container News conducted an analysis to uncover the dynamics of port...
Positive trends on key trade routes drive global export growth
Container News conducted an analysis to reveal maritime trade trends in key maritime routes, highlighting the growing importance of the Far East in global...
Aarhus to compete for stronger position among North European ports, with either Maersk or MSC at the helm
Container News conducted a competitiveness analysis to explore the dynamics between Aarhus port and other regional ports, in light of reported ongoing negotiations between...
Trade Routes in Turmoil: Valencia capitalizes on vessel re-routings, Gulf ports under pressure
Theo Notteboom, a PortEconomics member, compiled data revealing container traffic trends at the top 15 container ports within the European Union during the first...
Major restructuring for intra-Asia service, as Evergreen upgrades its role
The joint service FAX/IEA/EAX/REA/FAS - operated by Emirates Shipping Line, Global Feeder Shipping, Interasia Lines, KMTC, Regional Container Lines, and T.S. Lines - is...
Egypt’s high risk and fragility create challenges for East Med
This analysis highlights the intricate relationship between geopolitical stability, supply chain dynamics, and port operational efficiency. The port connectivity indices and container throughput across...
Asia box lines enhance intra-Far East/Australasia network
Significant developments from CNC Line, OOCL, Sinokor and Heung A underscore the need for growing connectivity between key ports in Asia, particularly the Philippines,...
China’s expanding presence in African ports
Africa has become a focal point for China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), with the continent emerging as the largest recipient of Chinese engagement...
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Capesize S&P activity drops around 48%
Written by Rebecca Galanopoulos, Senior Content Analyst at Veson Nautical
Using VesselsValue Timeseries, we examine how historical orderbook trends have influenced time charter rates and...
Transpacific container rates starting to spike on demand surge
Logistics markets and supply chains faced another confusing, dramatic few days last week as the US Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump...
BIMCO develops standard clause addressing USTR uncertainties
BIMCO, the world’s largest shipping association, has initiated the development of a standard industry clause to address contractual uncertainties arising from the United States...
Wincanton accelerates net zero ambitions with deployment of 24 electric HGVs
Wincanton has announced the first wave of 24 new electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) joining its fleet this year, marking a key step towards...