his sub-category can cover news and developments related to ports, harbors, and maritime logistics. It could feature articles on port expansions, infrastructure investments, shipping routes, and supply chain management. Additionally, it could discuss the impact of emerging trends such as automation and digitalization on the logistics sector.
Port of Seattle Paralyzed Operating activities at the Port of Seattle, Washington, have been on pause since June 9 as escalating disputes between labor unions leave the area in turmoil. With no resolution in sight, the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) disclosed that container operations did not resume on June 10. The terminal operators’ association pointed […]
Unraveling the Port of Seattle Shutdown: A Deep Dive Read More »
Revitalizing Belfast’s Waterfront Belfast Harbour, Northern Ireland, is set to undergo a significant expansion to cater to the burgeoning cruise trade and propel its dry bulk, breakbulk, and offshore wind sector capacities. Ulster Business states that the port authorities are advancing their plans for a heavy-duty quay and deep water berth, first approved four years
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The Ramifications of a Toppled Dam The obliteration of the Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine has resulted in inaccessibility to sections of the Dnipro River, robbing Kyiv of a vital agricultural export path. Shipping authorities have outlined that the ruined route further complicates Ukraine’s circumstances amid the uncertainty that surrounds a U.N.-mediated agreement, which guarantees
Reestablishing River Connectivity: Ukraine Faces Daunting Obstacles Read More »
Pacific Cargo Armada Faces Uncertain Unloading Unprecedented numbers of containers are sailing toward the west coast of North America just as labor disputes threaten to derail their smooth arrival. The Japan Maritime Centre reported outbound transpacific cargo movements hitting a six-month high in May, exceeding 1.5 million TEUs for the first time since October 2022.
Unprecedented Container Surge Meets Labor Unrest on West Coast Shores Read More »
ONE Rises to Prominence with Megamax Containerships Ocean Network Express (ONE) has joined the exclusive club of carriers operating “Megamax” containerships that exceed 24,000 TEU capacity. Expanding its fleet with the incorporation of ONE Innovation, the shipping company now competes alongside Mediterranean Shipping Company and Orient Overseas Container Line. Boasting a 20% larger carrying capacity
The Race for Megamax Dominance: ONE Innovation Joins the Elite Read More »
Oil Siphoning in Full Swing On Monday, a significant milestone was reached as the last remaining oil from the sunken tanker Princess Empress began to be siphoned off the coast of Oriental Mindoro in the Philippines. Dive support vessel Fire Opal arrived at Calapan, chartered by Malayan Towage and Salvage, under contract to Princess Empress’
Salvage Operation Resumes for Sunken Tanker Princess Empress Read More »
Shifting Tides in Russian Shipping The Russian shipping and transportation sector has undergone significant changes due to tighter sanctions and the departure of central logistics and transport companies. The Russian-Ukrainian military conflict in February last year impacted the market negatively, but it also presented growth opportunities for domestic businesses to replace foreign competitors. Maxim Tolstobrov,
Navigating the Storm: Russia’s Resilient Shipping and Transportation Industry Read More »
