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TT Club warns of risks of e-bikes in ports
The drive to decarbonize ports and terminals intensifies with growing interest in using battery powered e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorbikes. Operators are tempted by the cheaper
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 (PPA). From December 15, 2024,
Alarming increase in freight crime in Italy, says report
The report highlights TT Club, in collaboration with BSI SCREEN and TAPA EMEA, underscores the increasing threat to the Italian supply chain pose chiefly by
Ocean container shipping rates may fall after deal reached to avoid port strikes on U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast
Strikes at ports on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast, which would have caused an economic and supply chain
Growing threat of China’s actions in West Philippine Sea
The West Philippine Sea (WPS), the waters within the Philippines’ 200-nautical-mile exclusive economic zone (EEZ), is vital to the Philippines’
China refuses to cooperate after ship suspected of deliberately cutting Baltic Sea cables, says Sweden
On November 17 and 18, 2024, in Swedish territorial waters in the Baltic Sea, a Chinese bulk carrier, Yi Peng
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.
Australia bans cargo ship for unsafe cargo operations
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a refusal of access direction to the Netherlands-flagged general cargo ship Marsgracht, banning the ship from entering
Key Innovations in Maritime Supply Chain Management
The maritime supply chain, a cornerstone of global trade, is undergoing a period of unprecedented transformation. Driven by advances in technology and a growing focus
CMA CGM, SUEZ sign MoU to produce biomethane in Europe
CMA CGM Group and SUEZ, provider of circular waste management solutions, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on October 18 to establish a long-term industrial
How Climate Policy Shapes Environmental and Economic Growth
As the effects of climate change become increasingly apparent, governments and industries worldwide are implementing climate policies that aim to balance environmental sustainability with economic
Global trade to reach new high in 2024, says UN
Mercy Ships gains charity partner status with Norwegian maritime sector
How AI is Redefining Risk Management in Maritime Industry
Conflicting laycan clauses cost shipbroker US$100,000
3 out of 4 European shippers experienced supply chain disruption in past 12 months, according to survey
Repeatedly disrupted supply chains remain a major challenge for shippers across Europe with significant financial impact for their bottom lines. That’s one of the results
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 and achieve greater synergies in
Maersk opens first own-licensed bonded warehouse in Vietnam
A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) October 31 opened its first bonded warehouse in Vietnam at SLP Park, Nam Dinh Vu IP, Hai Phong province. Operated
Philippines enacts new laws to boost sovereignty amid standoff with China in disputed South China Sea
The Philippines has been proactive in delineating its own territories amid a face-off with China in the disputed South China Sea. On November 8, Philippine
The Role of Maritime Artificial Intelligence in Ocean Shipping
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising various industries, and the maritime sector is no exception. In ocean shipping, AI is being integrated into nearly every aspect
MOL invests in logistics infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia
MOL (Asia Oceania), MOL’s regional headquarters for Southeast Asia and Oceania, is taking part in a joint project with partners to develop and invest in
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 for one newbuilding Floating Storage
Future-proofing maritime won’t wait until tomorrow
The push towards decarbonization is slowing down rather than speeding up. With ambitious global goals looming ever larger on the horizon, what can we do
Maersk opens largest distribution center in Philippines
Five steps to FuelEU Maritime compliance
New IMO e-learning course tackles illegal wildlife trade
Container vessel orders up by over 50% in 2024, says new report
FuelEU Maritime: Compliance without complexity
Impact of Rising Marine Vessel Traffic on Ocean Health
South Korea achieves first simultaneous operations of methanol bunkering in Busan
China agrees to Filipino resupply missions at Ayungin Shoal, after violent clash one year ago
The Philippines and China have agreed to indefinitely implement a framework that allows Manila to conduct resupply missions and troop
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
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