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ICTSI secures 25-year extension to run Mindanao Container Terminal, invests US$100 million
International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) has secured a 25-year extension for its subsidiary, Mindanao International Container Terminal Services Inc. (MICTSI), to operate the Mindanao
Philippines busts extortion scheme at Batangas Port during Christmas rush
Philippine law enforcers have charged two individuals for allegedly engaging in extortion at Batangas Port, located 110 kilometers south of Metro Manila, during the holiday
Philippines champions sustainability with carbon-neutral port initiatives
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is stepping up its efforts to champion sustainability and innovation in the maritime industry, focusing on reducing the carbon footprint
Philippine ports see record holiday traffic, passenger volume up 7%
Passenger traffic surged at Philippines’ sea terminals during the holiday season and early January, according to the Philippine Ports Authority
PSA, Evergreen Marine establish JV for container terminal operations in Singapore
PSA Singapore (PSA) and Evergreen Marine Corporation (EMC) have established a joint venture (JV)in Singapore, aiming to enhance operational excellence
Top 10 ports in the Philippines
The Philippines, an archipelago of over 7,600 islands, is strategically positioned along key global shipping routes, making its maritime infrastructure
Singapore, MOL sign long-term time charter contract for FSRU
MOL has signed an agreement with Singapore LNG Corporation, Singapore’s state-owned LNG terminal operator, on a long-term time charter contract
Philippines strengthens port security with new K-9 academy
Port operations: Strategic adaptations, versatile business models
For the eleventh consecutive year, Singapore came out top at the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development Index (ISCDI) 2024. The Index ranks the world’s leading
Rise of digitalization for port efficiencies
In an interview with Maritime Fairtrade, Antonis Malaxianakis, founder & CEO of HarborLab, shared his thoughts on how there is an alignment of his company’s
Tropical Storm Kristine: Over 10,000 passengers across Philippine ports are stranded
Over 10,000 passengers were stranded at ports across the Philippines on early morning of October 25 as Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (International name Trami) battered
Philippine Ports Authority tightens rules to curb storage abuse
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is formulating new policies to ensure that ports remain efficient for cargo movement and to prevent importers from using them
U.S port strikes will cause major supply disruption into 2025, say analysts
Seven major operators accounted for over 40% of global port handling in 2023
Singapore remains top maritime center for 11th consecutive year
DP World Foundation donates to cancer hospital
Port of Rotterdam: Staying ahead of the curve
In an interview with Maritime Fairtrade, Robert Simons, vice mayor of Rotterdam, Netherlands, who is responsible for port, economy, hospitality and governance, said he believes
Philippines allocates P16 billion for port projects until 2028
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) will invest P16 billion (US$274 million) in infrastructure projects over four years until 2028, targeting 14 major initiatives nationwide to
Record Demand for Ocean Shipping: Seaborne Transportation Woes
Global demand for seaborne transportation hit an all-time record in May amid soaring shipping freight rates and severe port congestion. The 15.94 m TEU (20-foot
Port of Seattle becomes first U.S. port to require 100% of cruise vessels to use shore power
The Port of Seattle became the first port in the nation to independently require that 100% of all cruise vessels homeported in Seattle be shore
Singapore conducts world’s first gas-fueled ammonia trial
On March 15, Fortescue Energy, with the support from the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), has successfully conducted the world’s first use of
Charting the course for enhanced port efficiency
By Kushal Rajveer, head of supply chain for Asia-Pacific, HERE Technologies In the intricate web of global trade, ports emerge as pivotal nodes facilitating the movement
Ulsan Port Authority, Pacific Environment sign MOU to decarbonize shipping ports
Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pacific Environment (PE), an international environmental organization, to accelerate the transformation of shipping
Communication: Heartbeat of maritime operations
Maritime communication is the heartbeat of vessel operations – precise, timely and effective transmission. With the revolution of new technologies, such as satellite constellations, the
PSA expands Jurong Island Terminal to enhance sustainable supply chain offerings
Australia bans Liberian bulk carrier from ports
U.S. announces US$3 billions in funding for Clean Ports Program
Singapore Outlines New Initiatives In the Maritime Industry
Ulsan Port completes world’s first STS green methanol supply to very large container ship
Philippines, Japan strengthen security cooperation amid South China Sea tensions
Japan has expressed serious concern over escalating tensions in the South China Sea, strongly opposing any unilateral efforts to alter
INTERPOL tackles cyber-enabled human trafficking using new approach
An innovative new operation to tackle the emerging trend of human trafficking facilitated by technology, including social media, apps and
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