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14.06.2024

Regional shifts reshape global port rankings

The latest Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) published by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence highlights significant shifts in global container port performance, with East and Southeast Asian ports...

14.06.2024

Two more eco-friendly mega vessels

Orient Overseas Container Line has put two new 24,188 teu mega vessels, "OOCL Finland" and "OOCL Sweden," into service, marking a milestone in the company's fleet upgrade. With these additions, the carrier has...

14.06.2024

UECC use of biofuel rises

United European Car Carriers (UECC) is set to surpass its 45% emissions reduction target by 2030 after significantly increasing biofuel usage in its fleet. Last year, UECC more than doubled its use of ISCC-certified sustainable...

13.06.2024

Second phase of Bilbao pier project out to tender

The Port Authority of Bilbao has issued a tender for the second phase of the central pier construction, with a budget of EUR 55.44 million, excluding VAT. Funded from the Port Authority's own resources, the project has a...

13.06.2024

High container demand raises Singapore prices

Recent data from Container xChange indicates a significant rise in container prices and leasing rates at the port of Singapore due to global congestion. From October 2023 to May 2024, average container prices surged by 26%, while...

13.06.2024

Public subsidy for ammonia supply project

Japan Petroleum Exploration, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical, IHI Corporation, Mitsui & Co., and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines have received approval for their survey to establish an ammonia supply base in Soma, Fukushima Prefecture, under the...

12.06.2024

Small cargo owners benefit

DP World’s digital platform Sea Rates and Singapore-based CP World Group have seen significant growth in supporting small cargo owners, with bookings and shipment tracking up 39% since last year. The partnership has enhanced...

12.06.2024

Wärtsilä technology to reduce emissions

Wärtsilä will supply engines, a fuel gas supply system, and thrusters for two new ro-pax ferries that are being built at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard for La Méridionale, a subsidiary of CMA CGM. These ferries, which are...

12.06.2024

US ports to handle record container volumes

The National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates' Global Port Tracker report both indicate that monthly inbound cargo volume at major US container ports is expected to reach its highest level in nearly two years this...

11.06.2024

Red Sea services added to Arkas Line routes

Arkas Line is launching regular weekly services in the Red Sea, thus adding to its existing coverage in the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Europe, Africa, and the East Coast of America. Starting on 16 June, the Red Sea Express...

11.06.2024

PPG joins zero harm innovation programme

PPG has partnered with Rightship's zero harm innovation partners programme to promote maritime sustainability. PPG's biocide-free silicone fouling release coating, PPG Sigmaglide 2390, is the only hull coating approved by...

11.06.2024

Taiwan monopile removal wrapped up

Jumbo Offshore has completed the removal of two monopiles at the offshore wind farm (OWF) Yunlin in Taiwan. The contract, which was awarded by Yunneng Wind Power (YWPC), required the DP2 heavy lift crane vessel “Fairplayer”...

10.06.2024

A shortage of skilled labour in maritime sector

The shipping industry continues to face a high demand for skilled professionals, driven by advancements in technology and alternative propulsion methods. At a conference held by the German Shipowners' Association (VDR) and the...

10.06.2024

Good news for ammonia-powered ships

At the Posidonia trade fair, DNV awarded HD Hyundai Mipo an approval in principle (AIP) for designing a new ammonia dual-fuel feeder container vessel. This achievement results from collaboration between HD Hyundai Mipo, Win GD,...

10.06.2024

New MSC loop links Asia with Liverpool

MSC has launched its new Britannia service, a standalone loop connecting Asia to North Europe, designed to enhance port connections from China and Vietnam to Liverpool. The new route includes direct access to the port of Vung...

07.06.2024

Final ballast water deadline nears

With the final ballast water deadline approaching, BIO-UV Group anticipates increased inspections by port state control (PSC), with officials checking machinery installations, crew competencies, and ballast water management (BWM)...

07.06.2024

Charter fleet's share at lowest level since 2002

The share of the container fleet owned by charter owners has declined to 40%, the lowest level since 2002, according to Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at Bimco. Over the past twelve years, the charter fleet has grown at...

07.06.2024

AI technology to improve safety

Hamburg’s water police department has implemented a digital model using artificial intelligence (AI) to systematically detect undeclared hazardous materials and enhance safety at the port of Hamburg. Supported by IT software...

Tor zum Balkan mit Höchstwerten

Hafenbehörde von Thessaloniki verzeichnet Zunahmen im Geschäft mit Containern. Thessaloniki Port Authority (THPA), die Betreiberin des Hafens von Thessaloniki sowie Anbieterin intermodaler Multi-Gateway-Netzwerke und...

06.06.2024

IRS to help create UP Inland Waterways Authority

The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and the Uttar Pradesh transport department have signed an mou to establish the UP Inland Waterways Authority, aiming to develop and regulate inland waterways in Uttar Pradesh. The IRS...