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Boluda Towage launches operations at Abu Qir Container Terminal in Egypt

In January 2024, Boluda Towage initiated towage operations at Abu Qir's Container Terminal in Egypt, deploying three tugs. The first container vessel that was operated...

Maersk names first vessel of its large methanol-enabled fleet

The world’s first large methanol-enabled container vessel has been named "Ane Maersk" at a ceremony in the shipyard of HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD...

IAPH appoints new director of business development

The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has announced the appointment of Nick Blackmore as the association's new director of business development. Blackmore's role...

Kazakhstan introduces digital platform to enhance customs clearance processes at China-Kazakhstan border

In December 2023, a groundbreaking initiative named Tez Customs was launched to revolutionize and streamline the customs clearance processes for transit cargo at the...

Idwal introduces condition improvement programme

Idwal, an inspection, technology and data company, has introduced Idwal ID, a comprehensive programme to improve conditions. This digital platform offers defect management, fleet analytics,...

Maqta Gateway and Aqaba Development Corporation sign deal to digitalise Jordan’s maritime sector

In a move to boost maritime and tourism development in Aqaba, Jordan, AD Ports Group has announced the signing of a shareholders' agreement between...

Gemini raises the stakes

Shippers argue that they are willing to pay for a decent service and with the development of the Gemini Cooperation that claim will be...

Gulftainer digitalizes operations and business procedures

United Arab Emirates-based port operator Gulftainer has declared its intention to shift its core ERP to the cloud. The company will be adopting RISE with...

Red Sea crisis expected to spike vessel emissions

As the Red Sea conflict intensifies, it becomes evident that we might be in it for the long haul, forcing shipping lines into round-of-Africa...

THE Alliance reaffirms “unwavering cooperation” in 2024

The members of THE Alliance have published a joint release to emphasize their commitment to continue their collaboration and operations as usual in 2024. This...

Hapag-Lloyd dismisses critics of its role in Gemini Cooperation

Hapag-Lloyd has responded to suggestions that Gemini Cooperation, its imminent collaboration with Maersk Line, does not favour the German operator. In its latest report, consultancy...

Dockers stop ZIM boxship from berthing in Melbourne

A ship operated by ZIM Line has been held up by pro-Palestine unionists in Australia’s Melbourne port for five days now. The newly built 5,504...

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Hapag-Lloyd unveils its new Strategy 2030

Hapag-Lloyd announced its Strategy 2030, which is a roadmap for the company's pursuit in quality leadership, sustainability, innovation, and operational efficiency. Hapag-Lloyd said that over...

CMA CGM applies new rates from Asia to North Europe

French carrier CMA CGM has announced updated Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates effective from 1 May until further notice. The origin range encompasses all Asian...

Hapag-Lloyd removes Navegantes from ECX rotation, introduces new Brazil feeder service

German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in the Europe East Coast Express (ECX) service. From mid-April until further notice, Hapag-Lloyd said the vessels deployed...

Escalating Middle East tensions trigger projected surge in war risk premiums and freight rates

In a significant escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran's capture of the MSC Aries, a container ship linked to Israel, has reverberated...

Israeli violence ratchets up Middle East threat levels as Iran responds

Events over the weekend of the 13-14 April have seen rising tensions soar as Iran’s pre-publicised action in retaliation to Israel’s Syrian consulate attack...