Ocean Freight

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) secured its position as India's leading container port, ranking 22nd globally

Tianjin Port earned international praise for its smart terminal, green development, and technological innovations during a recent…

Cai Mep and Hai Phong ports in Vietnam secured spots among the world's top 20 container ports for performance

WTI Midland crude oil differentials fell on Friday as Moeve offered a cargo at a reduced price, with no deals closed

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright indicated American refineries could handle more Venezuelan crude oil, potentially boosting exports

A reported US-Iran deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift oil sanctions, impacting global shipping and energy.

Commercial vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains consistent, with over 200 transits recorded in a recent period

Iran's Kharg Island, vital for oil exports, is now a key focus in the conflict involving the US and Israel

Shimizu Port's foreign-trade container volumes decreased by 6% in May compared to the previous year, totaling 33,808 TEUs.

A merchant ship and the U.S. Navy rescued 14 Indian mariners from a disabled vessel near the Strait of Hormuz.

HHLA shareholders approved the transfer of minority Class A shares to the majority owner, Port of Hamburg Beteiligungsgesellschaft SE.

The Strait of Hormuz presents a complex operational environment for commercial shipping due to a lack of singular authority

British commandos seized the tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel, marking the UK's first 'dark fleet' vessel seizure.

The Ocean Alliance is expanding its Europe-Far East AEU7 service to include a new direct call at Gdansk, Poland.

New containership orders are emerging across various market segments, with both carriers and non-operating owners investing in feeder and…

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding has acquired a 10% stake in Poseidon Corp, Seaspan's parent company, for US$825.7 million

A Ukrainian drone attack caused a fire at a sea terminal in Russia's Temryuk port, leading to one death

A commercial tanker was struck by an unknown projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions about a covert US shipping corridor

A tanker reported being struck, while India denied involvement of its vessels, raising questions about the incident.

Kalmar has secured an order for two electric reachstackers from C. Steinweg in Rotterdam, with delivery set for Q1 2027

A Hong Kong-flagged tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, even as reports suggested a US-Iran peace deal was near

Volkswagen Group of America has surpassed 250,000 vehicle imports via its Port Freeport hub since early 2024.

New port hubs in the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe are challenging traditional East Asian dominance in maritime trade

GENMA shipped hybrid RTG cranes to Thailand and won a new order for zero-emission RTGs in Vietnam, boosting its presence

Maersk will launch a new AC1 container service next month, linking the Far East with the West Coast of South America.

CMA CGM has restructured two regional services, integrating its Dunkirk Express into the Helsingborg Express to enhance Northern Europe…

The Port of Long Beach experienced its third-busiest May on record, processing 842,030 TEUs, largely due to a 40% import surge

A 'shadow fleet' tanker master admitted guilt for not obeying U.S. Coast Guard orders, emphasizing regulatory enforcement.

A new US Department of Transportation initiative proposes pre-screening import containers to streamline supply chain operations

Dirty tanker spot freight rates remained elevated in May, supported by long-haul demand, despite a slight dip from March highs