Shipping & logistics

Tanker markets, chartering, ports, terminals, storage and the marine logistics behind commodity and energy trade.

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US Gulf Coast Waterborne Shipments Saw Significant Increase

Waterborne shipments of crude oil and petroleum products from the U.S. Gulf Coast to the West Coast and East Coast experienced substantial growth in April and May, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

MOL Expands Container Terminal Capacity at Port of Kobe

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has secured a lease agreement for four berths at the expanded South Pier in the Port Island (Phase 2) area of the Port of Kobe, enhancing its container terminal operations.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Container ships at a busy port terminal with cranes loading and unloading containers.

Ports

Hapag-Lloyd Increases Stake in Rotterdam Terminal

Hapag-Lloyd has agreed to acquire an additional 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II from APM Terminals, strengthening its presence at a crucial container terminal in Rotterdam.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Ports

Port of Oakland Advances Turning Basins Project

The Port of Oakland is progressing with a significant project to expand its harbor turning basins, addressing the growing demands placed on current navigation infrastructure by larger containerships, according to Port Strategy.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

LATAM Cargo Integrates IATA DG AutoCheck for Dangerous Goods

LATAM Cargo has become the first airline in the Americas to integrate IATA's DG AutoCheck solution directly into its core system, aiming to enhance dangerous goods management and streamline operations.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

US Overhauls Shipbuilding Finance Program, Cuts Application Fees

The US Maritime Administration has implemented new rules for its Title XI ship and shipyard financing program, significantly reducing application costs and streamlining processes for projects.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship transiting through the Panama Canal.

Maritime Logistics

Panama Canal Adjusts Neopanamax Booking Rules

The Panama Canal has implemented temporary modifications to its Neopanamax Transit Reservation System, aiming to offer shipping companies increased flexibility in securing transit slots amidst a water deficit.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

London Gateway Berth 5 Expansion Dredging Campaign Commences

DP World's London Gateway Berth 5 expansion project has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of its main dredging campaign, as reported by McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

US Authorities Investigate Apex Logistics Over AI Chip Supply

US authorities are reportedly investigating Singapore-based Apex Logistics, a subsidiary of Kuehne+Nagel, concerning its alleged involvement in supplying AI chips to China, according to a report by The Loadstar.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

APM Terminals Expands Electric Yard Truck Fleet in New Jersey

APM Terminals is set to introduce 96 electric yard trucks at its New Jersey facility, marking a significant step in electrifying its port operations and enhancing sustainability efforts.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Mubadala Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics

UAE-based investor Mubadala has acquired a majority stake in Arrive Logistics, aiming to enhance the logistics company's technological capabilities and expand its service offerings for shippers, according to the Journal of Commerce.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Yusen Terminals Commits $200 Million to Zero-Emission Equipment

Yusen Terminals has extended its lease at the Port of Los Angeles, announcing a significant investment of $200 million dedicated to acquiring zero-emission cargo handling equipment.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

DSV-Schenker Integration Progresses Following 2025 Acquisition

Danish forwarder DSV is reportedly moving swiftly with the integration of DB Schenker, following its acquisition of the logistics giant in April 2025, aiming to rapidly extract synergies.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Marine Transportation

RINA Introduces Mermaid Propulsion Concept for Future-Ready Ships

Classification society RINA has unveiled its innovative Mermaid propulsion concept, designed to enhance ship efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve operational resilience for shipowners, according to a recent announcement.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

COSCO Shipping Ports Reports Strong H1 2026 Throughput and Revenue

COSCO Shipping Ports Limited announced significant growth in its first-half 2026 results, with total cargo throughput exceeding 80 million TEUs and substantial increases in both revenue and gross profit, as reported by Bunkerspot.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

CMA CGM Expands Cooperation with ZPMC and CCCC

CMA CGM is reportedly deepening its collaboration with Chinese port equipment manufacturer ZPMC, as part of a wider agreement with ZPMC's parent company, China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), encompassing port infrastructure, logistics, and transport.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Dutch Dredging Receives New Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger

Dutch Dredging, also known as Baggerbedrijf de Boer, has taken delivery of its new 2,300 cubic meter trailing suction hopper dredger, the Magdalena, enhancing its fleet capabilities.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Marine Transportation

IAEA Launches ATLAS Initiative for Nuclear Power in Shipping

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has officially launched its new initiative, Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea (ATLAS), in Washington, D.C., aiming to advance nuclear power applications in the maritime sector.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong

Maritime Logistics

Singapore Reaffirms Stance Against Tariff Evasion

Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister, Gan Kim Yong, stated that the city-state does not support using its trade and logistics infrastructure to bypass tariffs, addressing US allegations regarding the rerouting of China-made goods.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Contship Secures €90 Million Crane Deal for La Spezia Expansion

La Spezia Container Terminal (LSCT), a division of Italy's Contship Group, has finalized contracts valued at €90 million for the acquisition of 22 new cranes to support its upcoming Ravano Terminal expansion.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

CMA CGM Postpones Panama Canal Low Water Surcharge

CMA CGM has delayed the implementation of its Low Water Surcharge for cargo transiting the Panama Canal from South America's west coast, amid ongoing restrictions on draught and transits.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Freight

Hong Kong Air Cargo Expands Charter Network to Brisbane

Hong Kong Air Cargo is set to launch new round-trip charter flights connecting Hong Kong with Brisbane, Australia, enhancing its regional network and opening new trade opportunities.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Asia-US East Coast Spot Rates See Modest Decline

Spot rates for container shipping from Asia to the US East Coast experienced a slight decrease this week, according to industry indices, following a period of significant growth.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Korean Air Prepares New Cargo Strategy Post-Asiana Merger

Korean Air is developing a new cargo strategy, focusing on an expanded passenger network and enhanced handling infrastructure, as it approaches the completion of its merger with Asiana Airlines.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

AD Ports Group Board Recommends Privatisation Offer

The board of AD Ports Group has advised its shareholders to accept a cash offer from Abu Dhabi sovereign investor L'IMAD Holding to acquire the remaining shares it does not currently own.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Ethiopian Cargo Launches New China-Ethiopia Freighter Service

Ethiopian Cargo has initiated a new freighter service connecting Chengdu, China, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, aiming to bolster trade links between the Asian and African continents.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Missouri Initiates I-70 Truck Parking Expansion Project

Missouri has commenced a federally funded project to expand truck parking along the I-70 corridor, aiming to add 255 new parking spots for truckers by late 2028.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

La Spezia Container Terminal Secures Crane Contracts

La Spezia Container Terminal (LSCT) has signed agreements for the acquisition of new ship-to-shore and yard cranes, preparing for the upcoming construction of the Ravano Terminal.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

UK Chamber of Shipping Calls for Practical Decarbonisation Measures

The UK Chamber of Shipping has emphasised the need for practical measures to support maritime decarbonisation, stating that regulation alone is insufficient for the transition, as reported by Bunkerspot.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

USACE and SC Ports Begin Cooper River Deepening Feasibility Study

The US Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District and South Carolina Ports have initiated a feasibility study for the deepening of the Cooper River, marking the initial phase of the project.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Singapore and Brazil Partner for Green and Digital Shipping Corridor

Singapore and Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor, aiming to enhance cooperation on maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation for more sustainable and efficient international shipping.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Yusen Terminals Extends Lease with Port of Los Angeles

Yusen Terminals has secured a 30-year lease extension from the Port of Los Angeles, committing to a substantial investment in zero-emission equipment as part of the agreement.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Mubadala Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics

Mubadala Capital, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment, has reportedly acquired a majority stake in Arrive Logistics, according to Transport Topics.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Intra-Asia Shipping Rates Rise Amid Storm Disruptions

Intra-Asia shipping rates have been increasing since early August, primarily due to disruptions caused by a series of storms affecting key port operations in China, according to the Journal of Commerce.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Port of Los Angeles Extends ONE Terminal Lease for 30 Years

The Port of Los Angeles has secured a 30-year lease extension with a major terminal operator, paving the way for substantial investments in zero-emission cargo equipment at the facility.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Freight

Canada Post to Introduce Weekend Parcel Delivery Service

Canada Post plans to launch weekend parcel delivery by the end of the year, following a period of operational improvements and restored customer trust, FreightWaves reported.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Serbia Allocates €45.5M for Danube River Port Upgrade

Serbia has committed €45.5 million to enhance the Port of Prahovo on the Danube River, a project that includes significant modernization of its railway infrastructure to improve operational efficiency.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Sweden Donates 10 Coast Guard Boats to Ukraine

The Swedish government announced its decision to donate ten Coast Guard boats to Ukraine, intended for various maritime operations including mine clearance, transport, towing, and rescue efforts.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Sweden Donates 10 Coast Guard Boats to Ukraine

The Swedish government announced its decision to donate ten Coast Guard boats to Ukraine, intended for various maritime operations including mine clearance, transport, towing, and rescue efforts.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Boom Amid Freight Surge

The governor of Nuevo León, Mexico, recently promoted a border boom, citing a significant increase in freight traffic between Texas and Mexico, according to FreightWaves.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Freight Surge

The governor of Nuevo León recently discussed a significant increase in freight activity between Texas and Mexico, indicating a potential economic boom in the border region, according to FreightWaves.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Panama Canal Relaxes Neopanamax Booking Rules

The Panama Canal Authority is temporarily easing its Neopanamax booking system regulations, offering shipping companies greater flexibility in securing transit slots as the waterway anticipates reduced capacity.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026

ID Logistics announced a significant increase in its revenue for the first half of 2026, with reported figures showing an 18.3% rise and an even stronger like-for-like growth.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Strait of Hormuz Vessel Transits Drop to Five Per Day

Shipping data from gCaptain indicates a notable reduction in visible commodity vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, with transits falling to five per day over the recent weekend.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026

ID Logistics announced a significant increase in its revenue for the first half of 2026, alongside an improvement in its underlying operating income and margin, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

DynaLiners Shares Index Rises, Driven by Carrier Gains

The DynaLiners Shares Index recently saw an increase, reaching 2,764 points, with container carrier shares identified as the primary contributor to this upward movement, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

DynaLiners Shares Index Rises, Driven by Carrier Gains

The DynaLiners Shares Index recently experienced a notable increase, primarily propelled by strong performance in container carrier shares, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Cetus Maritime Pursues 13 Seacon Ships in Pre-IPO Deal

Hong Kong-based bulker owner and operator Cetus Maritime is reportedly in discussions to acquire interests in 13 vessels from Seacon Shipping, a Hong Kong-listed company, as part of a pre-IPO transaction.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Mercosul Alters Braco Service Rotation, Adds Fortaleza Port

Mercosul, a Brazilian subsidiary of CMA CGM, has modified its intra-Brazilian Braco service by substituting Pecém with Fortaleza in its updated port rotation, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

COSCO Shipping Holdings Expands Containership Fleet with New Orders

COSCO Shipping Holdings has committed to acquiring an additional 18 containerships, bringing its total newbuilding investment in the segment this year to approximately $8 billion for 48 vessels, according to Splash 247.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Crowley Expands Gulf-Central America Express Service to Houston

Crowley has announced the expansion of its Gulf-Central America Express service, incorporating Houston into its rotation to enhance connectivity between the US Gulf Coast and key Central American destinations.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

WEC Lines Expands Intra-Spain Service to Include Setúbal

WEC Lines has announced an extension of its intra-Spain service to incorporate the Portuguese port of Setúbal, aiming to enhance connections with its North European network and rename the service.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Cavotec Introduces Modular BESS for RTG Cranes

Cavotec has launched a new modular mobile battery energy storage system specifically designed to enhance the operational efficiency and electrification of Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes, as reported by WorldCargo News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Diamond Line Expands GBX Service with Wilhelmshaven Call

Diamond Line, a subsidiary of COSCO Shipping Lines, has announced the addition of Wilhelmshaven to its Germany Baltic Express (GBX) service, enhancing its European shipping network.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Panama Canal Adjusts Booking System for Increased Flexibility

The Panama Canal has temporarily modified its booking system to enhance flexibility for scarce transit capacity, responding to ongoing challenges from deteriorating water conditions affecting this crucial maritime chokepoint.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Maritime Partners Receives Second Escort Tug, Titan

Maritime Partners has taken delivery of the tugboat Titan, the second escort tug in a series ordered from Master Boat Builders, enhancing its fleet capabilities for escort and harbour assist duties.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Turkish Commandos Recapture Hijacked Cargo Ship Off Somalia

Turkish and Somali forces successfully retook the Cameroon-flagged general cargo ship Lutuf, nearly two weeks after it was seized by Somali pirates, according to Splash 247.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Anaklia Dredging Project Progresses with Jan De Nul Vessels

The Anaklia dredging project in Georgia is moving forward, with two trailing suction hopper dredgers from Jan De Nul actively involved in constructing essential maritime infrastructure.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Manzanillo Port Terminal Approved for Larger Container Ships

Contecon Manzanillo (CMSA), a Mexican unit of International Container Terminal Services (ICTSI), has received approval to handle vessels with draughts up to 15.5 metres, enhancing its capacity at Mexico's Port of Manzanillo.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Tarros Expands Italy Libya Express Service with Salerno Call

Italian short-sea carrier Tarros has enhanced its dedicated Italy Libya Express (ILE) service by incorporating a direct call at Salerno, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Port Congestion Absorbs Significant Container Shipping Capacity

New data indicates that port congestion is currently absorbing a substantial amount of container shipping capacity, mitigating the impact of new vessel deliveries and a potential return to the Suez Canal.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Panama Canal Adjusts Neopanamax Booking System

The Panama Canal Authority has implemented temporary modifications to its transit reservation system, specifically impacting Neopanamax vessels, with changes taking effect from late August and applying to bookings from mid-September.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Alphard Maritime Faces Scrutiny Over Vessel Operations

A marine company, Alphard Maritime, has drawn attention regarding its operations, specifically concerning one of its platform supply vessels and its transit plans through a sensitive maritime area.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

FESCO Redirects Turkey Black Sea Service to St. Petersburg

FESCO has rerouted its Turkey Black Sea Service (FTBS) to St. Petersburg, ceasing calls at Novorossiysk, following an incident involving one of its vessels, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Attack-Damaged Ships Ground on Turkish Black Sea Coast

Two merchant vessels, previously damaged in separate incidents within the Black Sea region, reportedly washed ashore on Turkey's coast on Sunday, according to Splash 247.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

CMA CGM and COSCO Revise Mexican Port Call on Joint Service

CMA CGM and COSCO Shipping Lines have reportedly updated the Mexican port call for their collaborative PEX2/CAX1 service, according to Container News, impacting maritime logistics for the Far East to Central America route.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

Prosafe Reports Increased Q2 Earnings Amid Higher Vessel Activity

Prosafe announced a significant rise in its second-quarter earnings for 2026, driven by increased vessel activity and improved fleet utilisation, with four of its five vessels generating income.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Supply Chain

Trading in Ukraine in 2026: execution and logistics over price

Rebuilt corridors, insurance capacity and inland storage decide which commodity trades can be completed, not the flat price.

29 Aug 2026 · 2 min read