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DNV develops new shore power class rules for tankers
DNV is the first class society globally to introduce new class rules for electrical shore connections specifically tailored for tankers, contributing to setting sector norms.

Rising M&A to boost dominance of global container terminal operators, says Drewry
M&A-led growth strategies will propel leading regional terminal operators and container shipping lines into the global terminal operator rankings next year, according to Drewry’s latest

Governments adopt initiative to scale low-carbon fuel production
The Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) has July 21 adopted the Clean Energy Marine Hubs Initiative (CEM-Hub) at a summit in Goa, India. The platform brings

NYK, AIS automate tugboat attendance management, allowance calculation
As part of a digitalization project aimed at improving attractiveness of the tugboat industry, which is hit by labor shortages,

Open hatch ship operator joins ICHCA as part of commitment to safety
Global cargo handling association ICHCA announces a new member from the key ship-owning community. Gearbulk and Grieg Maritime joint venture, G2

Technology drives port safety but staff training, buy-in needed
Advances in technology, such as in drivers’ cabs, has improved port worker safety substantially according to speakers on the port

DP World surges forward despite industry turbulence
Like the ebb and flow of a tide, the waves of the maritime industry see its share of changing winds

Indonesia, DP World sign deal to double capacity at Belawan New Container Terminal
DP World is set to commence operations at Indonesia’s Belawan New Container Terminal (BNCT), after finalizing an agreement with the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) and

IAPH urges economic measures for equitable energy transition at IMO MEPC 80
With the main outcomes of MEPC 80 now announced following two weeks of intense negotiations conducted at the committee meeting as well as at the

Container Control Program prevents exploitation of global trade supply chain, says UN
The Container Control Program (CCP) released its Annual Report for 2022 in April, highlighting impressive results by making a wide variety of seizures, including cocaine,

Freight industry must resist tidal wave of drug smuggling, says insurer
In response to the exponential growth in contraband drugs entering Europe via ports on the Atlantic seaboard, specialist freight insurer TT Club is increasing its

DP World cut total global carbon emissions by 5% in 2022






Malaysia ramps up investment in ports

Jeddah Islamic Port boosts decarbonization drive
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced cutbacks in crane activity and truck turnaround times at Jeddah Islamic Port in line with its annual target

Promoting Sustainability: Singapore’s Maritime ESG Efforts
Singapore seems to be constantly pushing the frontier in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives in the maritime industry. On 21 March, Singapore and Norway

Climate group applauds California-Japan collaboration on green ports
The governments of California and Japan announced a new collaboration to clean up pollution at seaports, commercialize zero-emission fuels and maritime technologies, and establish green

Saudi Arabia first Arab state to ratify IALA Convention
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced that the Kingdom has officially signed the Convention on the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation that

Maersk, Saudi Arabia break ground at largest integrated logistics park at Jeddah Islamic Port
Maersk and Saudi Ports Authority Mawani February 16 broke ground for Saudi Arabia’s largest Integrated Logistics Park at Jeddah Islamic Port. The greenfield project, spread

Environment group urges Long Beach Port to stop fossil gas use
As part of its Port Master Plan Update, the Port of Long Beach (POLB) is currently considering land use modifications that would allow for the

Maersk, DP World partner to decarbonize Jebel Ali Port, improve customer services
Maersk (Maersk) and DP World Jebel Ali Port have entered a long-term partnership through which both parties will collaborate on various aspects of service delivery

Filipino business groups oppose new port regulation
Several business groups in the Philippines publicly appealed to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to revoke an order from the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) that

Singapore implements clean harbor craft rules

Largest CMA CGM containership calls at Japan

Ports face more disruption from strike action as cost-of-living crisis bites, says Drewry

JCorp, Sojitz to study decarbonizing port operation in Johor

Indonesian port workers threaten to strike over fuel price hike

Indonesia welcomes first cruise ship since lockdown

U.S. policymakers demand end to ocean shipping pollution

Kim, Putin bromance means headache for Xi
The Western media has been awash with reports of Chinese authoritarian leader Xi Jinping proclaiming a “no limits” partnership with

China’s spying policies are shooting itself in the foot
On September 3, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that Chinese nationals, occasionally feigning as tourists, have entered military bases
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