https://seatradelogistics.org/news/alkagesta-ceo-comments-on-oil-market-disruption-in-strait-of-hormuz 2026-08-31T12:23:27.800Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ef44b086-f47d-49f9-b633-c54e6ccef92f.jpg Alkagesta CEO Comments on Oil Market Disruption in Strait of Hormuz The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/alkagesta-expands-carbon-trading-with-eu-ets-allowances 2026-08-31T11:35:52.613Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/9f761caf-58ca-4467-9d47-7aedebcfdb60.jpg Alkagesta Expands Carbon Trading with EU ETS Allowances Alkagesta's new offering includes EU ETS allowances, relevant to global energy and shipping markets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/alkagesta-reports-strong-1h-2026-performance-amid-market-volatility 2026-08-31T11:35:46.108Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/c96fbc4c-bac0-4b8f-8b31-82c5f98b3c9a.png Alkagesta Reports Strong 1H 2026 Performance Amid Market Volatility Alkagesta reported scaling its Singapore marine fuels distribution and expanding into crude oil trading. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/ercot-sets-new-hourly-peak-load-record-in-july 2026-08-31T11:06:23.997Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/8bb382c8-9040-4695-b80a-18d69cfb9684.png ERCOT Sets New Hourly Peak Load Record in July ERCOT's grid experienced a record hourly peak load in July 2026. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/uk-initiates-safeguard-investigation-on-pet-imports 2026-08-31T11:06:03.028Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/a38ecc0f-60db-4bd7-b452-541f8d1e24ed.jpg UK Initiates Safeguard Investigation on PET Imports PET is a versatile plastic used in many industries, including packaging. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-canada-natural-gas-and-electricity-trade-value-increased-in-2025 2026-08-31T11:05:57.239Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/ae14add5-e982-4828-832c-1f417b69c3e2.png US-Canada Natural Gas and Electricity Trade Value Increased in 2025 Cross-border energy infrastructure facilitates trade between nations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-battery-storage-capacity-sees-significant-growth 2026-08-31T11:05:41.379Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/38e50411-e271-4c2f-aadb-af2b1213efa9.png US Battery Storage Capacity Sees Significant Growth Utility-scale battery storage systems are expanding rapidly across the United States. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-gulf-coast-waterborne-shipments-saw-significant-increase 2026-08-31T11:05:05.136Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/bb3c2b5f-6cb5-44fc-a8ef-e446e72af443.png US Gulf Coast Waterborne Shipments Saw Significant Increase Waterborne shipments of crude oil and petroleum products from the U.S. Gulf Coast experienced a notable increase in April and May. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/mol-expands-container-terminal-capacity-at-port-of-kobe 2026-08-31T11:04:42.811Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/c1702f2d-b38f-4956-8c13-d075c8666e19.webp MOL Expands Container Terminal Capacity at Port of Kobe MOL's expansion at Kobe aims to enhance container handling capacity. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/hapag-lloyd-increases-stake-in-rotterdam-terminal 2026-08-31T11:04:34.555Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/32f9f1ae-61b2-406f-8c6b-b9ca893e85a2.webp Hapag-Lloyd Increases Stake in Rotterdam Terminal Hapag-Lloyd is increasing its investment in a major container terminal in Rotterdam. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/dangote-refinery-boosts-nigerian-petroleum-product-exports 2026-08-31T11:04:19.155Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/cfc0d253-68a0-4f8f-9239-d71b5ee4df79.png Dangote Refinery Boosts Nigerian Petroleum Product Exports The Dangote refinery has significantly boosted Nigeria's petroleum product exports. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/eight-petroleum-liquids-pipeline-projects-completed-since-2025 2026-08-31T11:03:41.649Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/184eb32d-8732-4bc7-9a9f-f70a959aa50a.png Eight Petroleum Liquids Pipeline Projects Completed Since 2025 Petroleum liquids pipelines are crucial for transporting energy commodities. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/port-of-oakland-advances-turning-basins-project 2026-08-31T11:03:13.198Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/3f817b66-89d8-446b-b664-5d23c9fe8768.webp Port of Oakland Advances Turning Basins Project The Port of Oakland is expanding its turning basins to accommodate larger containerships. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/latam-cargo-integrates-iata-dg-autocheck-for-dangerous-goods 2026-08-31T11:02:58.021Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/5497dfc2-af84-48fe-9024-3f810ad8c358.jpg LATAM Cargo Integrates IATA DG AutoCheck for Dangerous Goods LATAM Cargo integrates IATA's DG AutoCheck to improve dangerous goods handling and operational efficiency. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-overhauls-shipbuilding-finance-program-cuts-application-fees 2026-08-31T11:02:40.801Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/8349b6bc-4c9d-4dc2-9de2-9375999c256d.jpg US Overhauls Shipbuilding Finance Program, Cuts Application Fees The US Maritime Administration's new rules aim to streamline shipbuilding finance. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/panama-canal-adjusts-neopanamax-booking-rules 2026-08-31T11:02:34.746Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/0ef3ba84-6240-4aba-b2be-3b0f9c1878e5.jpg Panama Canal Adjusts Neopanamax Booking Rules The Panama Canal is adjusting its booking system for Neopanamax vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/london-gateway-berth-5-expansion-dredging-campaign-commences 2026-08-31T11:01:30.198Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/a1f98b26-644b-412a-a9f7-106749b4b353.jpg London Gateway Berth 5 Expansion Dredging Campaign Commences Dredging operations are a crucial step in port expansion projects to deepen waterways and accommodate larger vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-authorities-investigate-apex-logistics-over-ai-chip-supply 2026-08-31T11:01:22.478Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/57da24ef-82b9-48f6-95bd-ac6e71739a86.png US Authorities Investigate Apex Logistics Over AI Chip Supply Logistics operations are under scrutiny as US authorities investigate a major player. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/apm-terminals-expands-electric-yard-truck-fleet-in-new-jersey 2026-08-31T11:01:04.039Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/d82c9fdf-b723-4bc3-ae4e-c8b16a8856cd.webp APM Terminals Expands Electric Yard Truck Fleet in New Jersey APM Terminals is investing in electric yard trucks for its New Jersey operations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/turkey-boosts-diesel-imports-from-us-and-india 2026-08-31T11:00:36.512Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/6bd53963-f398-45c7-a206-7c13841c6ee2.png Turkey Boosts Diesel Imports from US and India Tankers are crucial for transporting large volumes of diesel across international waters. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/chicago-wheat-futures-reach-three-year-high 2026-08-31T11:00:11.663Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/8d6450e1-9e65-402b-8145-cca891a8d351.png Chicago Wheat Futures Reach Three-Year High Global commodity markets are reacting to geopolitical developments in key trading regions. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/mubadala-acquires-majority-stake-in-arrive-logistics 2026-08-31T10:59:47.985Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/5e99696e-a3cb-4f8b-a72f-7b9909f40e9e.jpg Mubadala Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics Mubadala's investment is set to enhance Arrive Logistics' technological capabilities and service offerings. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/wto-members-adopt-panel-report-on-eu-duties-on-indonesian-fatty-acid 2026-08-31T10:59:37.201Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/9e6b66a0-13a6-4b79-a3ed-64eb2f910a8c.jpg WTO Members Adopt Panel Report on EU Duties on Indonesian Fatty Acid The World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Body has taken a step in resolving a trade dispute. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/yusen-terminals-commits-200-million-to-zero-emission-equipment 2026-08-31T10:59:17.108Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/9f762772-05ac-466e-903d-b110918b79b1.webp Yusen Terminals Commits $200 Million to Zero-Emission Equipment Yusen Terminals is investing in zero-emission equipment at the Port of Los Angeles. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/dsv-schenker-integration-progresses-following-2025-acquisition 2026-08-31T10:58:55.770Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/6f61afce-80f3-4e0f-8bab-91885f96ab1f.png DSV-Schenker Integration Progresses Following 2025 Acquisition The integration of major logistics firms like DSV and DB Schenker can significantly reshape global freight operations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/rina-introduces-mermaid-propulsion-concept-for-future-ready-ships 2026-08-31T10:58:33.460Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/de5835c1-4d81-46ed-a330-cdd5dc2ccced.png RINA Introduces Mermaid Propulsion Concept for Future-Ready Ships RINA's Mermaid concept integrates a shaft generator, propeller shaft clutch, and battery energy storage for improved efficiency. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/ammobia-and-lummus-technology-partner-on-low-carbon-ammonia 2026-08-31T10:58:10.523Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/b3baf0fb-d383-4f83-b4ea-43cae224fa40.png Ammobia and Lummus Technology Partner on Low-Carbon Ammonia Ammobia's technology will be deployed globally through the partnership with Lummus Technology. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cosco-shipping-ports-reports-strong-h1-2026-throughput-and-revenue 2026-08-31T10:57:49.619Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/dbf66e5f-a0a5-4cd4-8d61-e3816065bd45.png COSCO Shipping Ports Reports Strong H1 2026 Throughput and Revenue COSCO Shipping Ports reported strong H1 2026 results, with throughput exceeding 80 million TEUs. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cma-cgm-expands-cooperation-with-zpmc-and-cccc 2026-08-31T10:57:29.073Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/e549e384-2947-4892-bb65-472cc72baf46.jpg CMA CGM Expands Cooperation with ZPMC and CCCC CMA CGM is set to deepen its cooperation with ZPMC and CCCC, focusing on port infrastructure, logistics, and transport. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/kfw-ipex-bank-finances-two-methanol-dual-fuel-bulk-carriers 2026-08-31T10:57:16.127Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/09f608f6-3fa6-4f86-926b-1979bf554f97.png KfW IPEX-Bank Finances Two Methanol Dual-Fuel Bulk Carriers KfW IPEX-Bank is financing two new methanol dual-fuel bulk carriers. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/oocl-names-second-24-000-teu-methanol-dual-fuel-boxship 2026-08-31T10:56:58.361Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/b7572aff-8e35-43ca-8aa3-07095e6c2cbd.png OOCL Names Second 24,000 TEU Methanol Dual-Fuel Boxship OOCL Grace, the second 24,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container vessel for OOCL. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/dutch-dredging-receives-new-trailing-suction-hopper-dredger 2026-08-31T10:55:58.685Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/7acee37d-4edc-4de2-b3c7-c6fd4b080b00.jpg Dutch Dredging Receives New Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger A trailing suction hopper dredger similar to the Magdalena, used for maintaining waterways and port infrastructure. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/iaea-launches-atlas-initiative-for-nuclear-power-in-shipping 2026-08-31T10:55:51.870Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/329dab2e-2d32-4bac-9963-101d244e6c89.png IAEA Launches ATLAS Initiative for Nuclear Power in Shipping The ATLAS initiative seeks to integrate nuclear power solutions into the global shipping industry. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/singapore-reaffirms-stance-against-tariff-evasion 2026-08-31T10:55:30.853Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/5d00f93a-a5bc-4647-bb2d-2c81df548dae.png Singapore Reaffirms Stance Against Tariff Evasion Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong stated the city-state's position on tariff evasion. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/contship-secures-90-million-crane-deal-for-la-spezia-expansion 2026-08-31T10:55:05.097Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ebe247df-7ecf-43ff-af13-2c3470a33a80.jpg Contship Secures €90 Million Crane Deal for La Spezia Expansion New cranes are set to enhance operations at La Spezia Container Terminal's Ravano Terminal. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cma-cgm-postpones-panama-canal-low-water-surcharge 2026-08-31T10:54:56.246Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/ddc0e294-96d0-4be8-a39d-0f6bda63476a.png CMA CGM Postpones Panama Canal Low Water Surcharge The Panama Canal faces ongoing restrictions impacting vessel draught and transit numbers. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/hong-kong-air-cargo-expands-charter-network-to-brisbane 2026-08-31T10:54:40.152Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/9f87db57-ee69-4067-9f32-15feed058794.png Hong Kong Air Cargo Expands Charter Network to Brisbane Hong Kong Air Cargo is expanding its network with new charter flights to Brisbane. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/texas-oil-co-initiates-92-well-new-mexico-drilling-program 2026-08-31T10:54:19.059Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/67548135-dc0a-4bf1-8d6c-ae9a04dbc32f.png Texas Oil Co Initiates 92-Well New Mexico Drilling Program An oil drilling rig at work, representing the commencement of new drilling operations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/asia-us-east-coast-spot-rates-see-modest-decline 2026-08-31T10:54:11.365Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/343aa010-4f7c-44e7-b16a-8467b1f6104f.png Asia-US East Coast Spot Rates See Modest Decline Container shipping rates from Asia to the US East Coast have experienced a slight downturn. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/korean-air-prepares-new-cargo-strategy-post-asiana-merger 2026-08-31T10:53:54.679Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/9610d4a7-7e6d-413c-b2bf-24f0b79e1043.png Korean Air Prepares New Cargo Strategy Post-Asiana Merger Korean Air is preparing a new cargo strategy following its merger with Asiana Airlines. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/ad-ports-group-board-recommends-privatisation-offer 2026-08-31T10:53:28.802Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/f657b2fd-59a7-4808-bfcc-c0de254873fb.jpg AD Ports Group Board Recommends Privatisation Offer AD Ports Group operates a significant portfolio of ports and logistics assets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/ethiopian-cargo-launches-new-china-ethiopia-freighter-service 2026-08-31T10:53:09.052Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/30429b56-6641-4a4f-aa2b-3e670f39b0dc.jpg Ethiopian Cargo Launches New China-Ethiopia Freighter Service A new freighter service aims to enhance trade between Asia and Africa. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/missouri-initiates-i-70-truck-parking-expansion-project 2026-08-31T10:53:02.317Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/104b789e-361d-4988-846d-9a5a104fa5fb.png Missouri Initiates I-70 Truck Parking Expansion Project The I-70 corridor is a vital route for freight transportation. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/la-spezia-container-terminal-secures-crane-contracts 2026-08-31T10:52:42.194Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ea06f119-f925-42b9-ad38-13b4110da6ec.jpg La Spezia Container Terminal Secures Crane Contracts La Spezia Container Terminal is investing in new crane technology. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/u-s-uranium-production-triples-in-2025-reaching-2017-high 2026-08-31T10:52:26.044Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/3f84c960-7ae9-4364-80a7-b889ef48f3bc.png U.S. Uranium Production Triples in 2025, Reaching 2017 High U.S. uranium production saw a significant increase in 2025, reaching its highest level since 2017. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/mitico-reports-successful-carbon-capture-demo-at-thai-refinery 2026-08-31T10:52:07.019Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/8a83ec22-8093-4be5-ae39-6730a8b7c357.png Mitico Reports Successful Carbon Capture Demo at Thai Refinery Mitico's carbon capture system was successfully demonstrated at a refinery in Thailand. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/allseas-transports-17-200-ton-north-sea-platform-for-recycling 2026-08-31T10:51:48.331Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/812b5d09-a6b6-4e8b-844a-41a41fcc1c48.webp Allseas Transports 17,200-Ton North Sea Platform for Recycling A 17,200-ton North Sea platform is transported by an Allseas heavy-lift vessel. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/uk-chamber-of-shipping-calls-for-practical-decarbonisation-measures 2026-08-31T10:51:42.241Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/672bc4da-4ed9-4627-93cb-0c3a3f9e87fb.png UK Chamber of Shipping Calls for Practical Decarbonisation Measures The UK Chamber of Shipping advocates for practical measures to support maritime decarbonisation efforts. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/shipowners-order-four-dual-fuel-lng-vinga-tankers 2026-08-31T10:51:14.883Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/9aae9ed7-12a8-416c-845c-02bf5a44d551.png Shipowners Order Four Dual-Fuel LNG Vinga Tankers The new orders expand the Vinga series of dual-fuel LNG vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/usace-and-sc-ports-begin-cooper-river-deepening-feasibility-study 2026-08-31T10:50:46.644Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ebd055c0-15ba-4c39-a8a3-9351371e6890.jpg USACE and SC Ports Begin Cooper River Deepening Feasibility Study The Cooper River deepening study could enhance navigation for larger vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/singapore-and-brazil-partner-for-green-and-digital-shipping-corridor 2026-08-31T10:49:44.631Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/8dfe5391-8dde-47d7-a301-060a34db2cc5.png Singapore and Brazil Partner for Green and Digital Shipping Corridor The new Green and Digital Shipping Corridor aims to enhance sustainable maritime operations between Singapore and Brazil. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/colonial-group-to-acquire-foster-fuels-expanding-fuel-services 2026-08-31T10:49:24.735Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/8c841161-ecf0-4dd2-bd24-33c823af0a91.png Colonial Group to Acquire Foster Fuels, Expanding Fuel Services The acquisition will expand Colonial Group's capabilities in fuel and marine services. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/totalenergies-transfers-arctic-lng-2-stake-to-novatek-subsidiary 2026-08-31T10:49:03.753Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/683888ca-0636-4250-a1dd-0199879e1ccb.jpg TotalEnergies Transfers Arctic LNG 2 Stake to Novatek Subsidiary An LNG facility, representing the Arctic LNG 2 project. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/yusen-terminals-extends-lease-with-port-of-los-angeles 2026-08-31T10:48:56.664Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/a06ce6bd-6a13-4014-8f14-dccd9701b599.jpg Yusen Terminals Extends Lease with Port of Los Angeles Yusen Terminals commits to significant investment in zero-emission equipment at the Port of Los Angeles. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/mubadala-capital-acquires-majority-stake-in-arrive-logistics 2026-08-31T10:48:46.992Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/be53381d-10bd-44aa-93ad-3cc14baff24d.jpg Mubadala Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics The acquisition highlights ongoing investment activity in the logistics sector. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/intra-asia-shipping-rates-rise-amid-storm-disruptions 2026-08-31T10:48:38.317Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/3886d5f8-f507-42f1-8b5f-d3fc7d94312c.jpg Intra-Asia Shipping Rates Rise Amid Storm Disruptions Disruptions at key Chinese ports have contributed to rising intra-Asia shipping rates. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/port-of-los-angeles-extends-one-terminal-lease-for-30-years 2026-08-31T10:48:29.874Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/8ac897e3-c53c-42fb-94b4-47c384802c30.png Port of Los Angeles Extends ONE Terminal Lease for 30 Years The Port of Los Angeles is set to see significant investment in zero-emission cargo equipment. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/petrobras-explores-lng-export-opportunities 2026-08-31T10:48:05.692Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/b6ce7e0d-a5b1-44a9-9030-e365b34c05e1.png Petrobras Explores LNG Export Opportunities Petrobras is exploring the prospect of exporting LNG from its offshore fields. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/canada-post-to-introduce-weekend-parcel-delivery-service 2026-08-31T10:47:52.150Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/87bb1471-c191-4019-aed8-8def440582dc.jpg Canada Post to Introduce Weekend Parcel Delivery Service Canada Post is enhancing its delivery services with weekend options. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/serbia-allocates-45-5m-for-danube-river-port-upgrade 2026-08-31T10:47:40.182Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/306650b3-58ba-4207-9058-7838c37a5075.jpg Serbia Allocates €45.5M for Danube River Port Upgrade The Port of Prahovo is set for significant upgrades to its facilities and railway connections. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/china-deploys-world-s-first-bamboo-offshore-solar-platform 2026-08-31T10:47:32.336Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/4084d86d-c6e7-4ab1-afea-f6b0d80782f5.jpg China Deploys World's First Bamboo Offshore Solar Platform China's new 100-kilowatt offshore solar platform utilizes bamboo in its construction. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/sweden-donates-10-coast-guard-boats-to-ukraine-6la5 2026-08-31T10:47:29.834Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/daa87484-e0ad-490e-b18e-68c36735832f.jpg Sweden Donates 10 Coast Guard Boats to Ukraine The donated boats will support various maritime operations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/sweden-donates-10-coast-guard-boats-to-ukraine 2026-08-31T10:47:19.922Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/daa87484-e0ad-490e-b18e-68c36735832f.jpg Sweden Donates 10 Coast Guard Boats to Ukraine The donated boats will support various maritime operations in Ukraine. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/ecomethanol-signs-mou-for-green-methanol-supply-to-carriers 2026-08-31T10:47:06.269Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/92945562-5f20-4044-879c-8e201ddf54a5.jpg EcoMethanol Signs MoU for Green Methanol Supply to Carriers The MoU aims to secure green methanol for maritime carriers. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/sapphire-expands-lng-capabilities-with-edge-acquisition 2026-08-31T10:47:00.412Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/4239c6d8-d805-4ade-8c07-708d75c25259.png Sapphire Expands LNG Capabilities with EDGE Acquisition Sapphire's acquisition of EDGE expands its LNG liquefaction capabilities, integrating modular equipment. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/nuevo-le-n-governor-highlights-border-boom-amid-freight-surge 2026-08-31T10:46:51.990Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/facdee51-5734-4f68-b3a2-ec238b4a1a8e.jpg Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Boom Amid Freight Surge Increased freight traffic between Texas and Mexico is driving a border boom, according to FreightWaves. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/nuevo-le-n-governor-highlights-border-freight-surge 2026-08-31T10:46:51.941Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/facdee51-5734-4f68-b3a2-ec238b4a1a8e.jpg Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Freight Surge Increased freight activity between Texas and Mexico is driving a 'border boom' in the region. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/panama-canal-relaxes-neopanamax-booking-rules 2026-08-31T10:46:39.605Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/8d0fba4a-26f0-4c38-8d4f-9f3b12f6b9db.webp Panama Canal Relaxes Neopanamax Booking Rules The Panama Canal is adjusting its booking system for Neopanamax vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/id-logistics-reports-strong-revenue-growth-in-first-half-of-2026-56i7 2026-08-31T10:46:34.572Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/fa73b6b3-ce4e-421a-bb92-35547e23987b.png ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026 ID Logistics reported strong financial performance for the first half of 2026. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/strait-of-hormuz-vessel-transits-drop-to-five-per-day 2026-08-31T10:46:18.091Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/22b19e60-b63c-4a3b-bea4-ac26ba4edac3.jpg Strait of Hormuz Vessel Transits Drop to Five Per Day Vessel traffic through critical maritime chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz is closely monitored for shifts in global trade patterns. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/id-logistics-reports-strong-revenue-growth-in-first-half-of-2026 2026-08-31T10:46:29.245Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/963be9e4-d462-4183-8aaf-41097824f1bd.png ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026 ID Logistics reported strong financial performance in the first half of 2026. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/dynaliners-shares-index-rises-driven-by-carrier-gains-4tb5 2026-08-31T10:46:12.233Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/d486b0cf-6e8b-4637-8d3c-fdba54fdf69e.png DynaLiners Shares Index Rises, Driven by Carrier Gains Container carriers played a key role in the recent rise of the DynaLiners Shares Index. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/dynaliners-shares-index-rises-driven-by-carrier-gains 2026-08-31T10:46:04.343Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/d486b0cf-6e8b-4637-8d3c-fdba54fdf69e.png DynaLiners Shares Index Rises, Driven by Carrier Gains Container carriers have been a key driver in recent market index increases. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cetus-maritime-pursues-13-seacon-ships-in-pre-ipo-deal 2026-08-31T10:45:45.525Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/7daba4bb-9ef7-4b68-9c5f-a3ce850365d0.png Cetus Maritime Pursues 13 Seacon Ships in Pre-IPO Deal Cetus Maritime is reportedly in discussions to expand its fleet with 13 vessels from Seacon Shipping. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/mercosul-alters-braco-service-rotation-adds-fortaleza-port 2026-08-31T10:45:27.480Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/8b331214-d55b-4801-a257-0163781901f4.png Mercosul Alters Braco Service Rotation, Adds Fortaleza Port Mercosul's Braco service adjusts its port calls in Brazil. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cosco-shipping-holdings-expands-containership-fleet-with-new-orders 2026-08-31T10:45:04.101Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/d6271547-0acf-4729-9bd6-0ba6029a1356.png COSCO Shipping Holdings Expands Containership Fleet with New Orders COSCO Shipping Holdings is significantly expanding its containership fleet. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/crowley-expands-gulf-central-america-express-service-to-houston 2026-08-31T10:44:46.676Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/19eaeccc-b83a-4d67-a746-2cac1b275672.png Crowley Expands Gulf-Central America Express Service to Houston Crowley is expanding its Gulf-Central America Express service to include Houston. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/wec-lines-expands-intra-spain-service-to-include-set-bal 2026-08-31T10:44:35.996Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/d22acde8-c8b5-4bcd-9e4a-4f7f5b7b1318.jpg WEC Lines Expands Intra-Spain Service to Include Setúbal A container ship is seen at a port, reflecting the maritime logistics operations of carriers like WEC Lines. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cavotec-introduces-modular-bess-for-rtg-cranes 2026-08-31T10:44:20.469Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ce1e2ba1-0941-4b94-9f0f-b611a9c2549d.jpg Cavotec Introduces Modular BESS for RTG Cranes Cavotec's new modular BESS is designed to electrify RTG crane operations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/diamond-line-expands-gbx-service-with-wilhelmshaven-call 2026-08-31T10:43:52.220Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/21dd5c42-8302-4893-bf4b-71d95216d529.jpg Diamond Line Expands GBX Service with Wilhelmshaven Call Container ships are essential for global trade, connecting various ports and facilitating the movement of goods. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/panama-canal-adjusts-booking-system-for-increased-flexibility 2026-08-31T10:43:45.959Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/45094e8e-b6aa-46fa-aa76-a3a1b73f60ef.png Panama Canal Adjusts Booking System for Increased Flexibility The Panama Canal is implementing temporary changes to its booking system to manage transit capacity. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/maritime-partners-receives-second-escort-tug-titan 2026-08-31T10:43:27.660Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/a8a5667b-ffba-471e-a85e-25647c45703f.png Maritime Partners Receives Second Escort Tug, Titan The tugboat Titan, delivered to Maritime Partners, is designed for escort and harbour assist duties. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/turkish-commandos-recapture-hijacked-cargo-ship-off-somalia 2026-08-31T10:42:59.459Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/b9f51f04-e2ea-4be5-b054-eba4e879b65b.png Turkish Commandos Recapture Hijacked Cargo Ship Off Somalia The general cargo ship Lutuf was recaptured by Turkish and Somali forces. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/anaklia-dredging-project-progresses-with-jan-de-nul-vessels 2026-08-31T10:42:38.494Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/61c7f378-c4bb-4073-8963-743c14ee85a4.jpg Anaklia Dredging Project Progresses with Jan De Nul Vessels Jan De Nul's trailing suction hopper dredgers are deployed for the Anaklia dredging project. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/manzanillo-port-terminal-approved-for-larger-container-ships 2026-08-31T10:42:31.981Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/ce7c5351-34c0-47d7-b607-6c6b93cf1536.png Manzanillo Port Terminal Approved for Larger Container Ships Contecon Manzanillo's expanded capabilities will allow it to handle larger container vessels, increasing the port's overall capacity. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/afry-secures-advisory-role-for-vietnam-lng-to-power-project 2026-08-31T10:42:13.096Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/1b436092-6f37-4987-8e6b-7c86479aca9d.webp AFRY Secures Advisory Role for Vietnam LNG-to-Power Project An FLNG terminal is part of the new 1.5 GW LNG-to-power project in Vietnam. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/tarros-expands-italy-libya-express-service-with-salerno-call 2026-08-31T10:41:28.774Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/289bcf9b-f1f8-4fff-9ce0-ae96b08b669c.jpg Tarros Expands Italy Libya Express Service with Salerno Call Tarros has updated its Italy Libya Express service to include a direct call at Salerno. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/port-congestion-absorbs-significant-container-shipping-capacity 2026-08-31T10:41:09.886Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/843bf591-f8ec-42af-a1e7-464d67fe7cc2.png Port Congestion Absorbs Significant Container Shipping Capacity Port congestion is currently absorbing a significant portion of global container shipping capacity. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/panama-canal-adjusts-neopanamax-booking-system 2026-08-31T10:40:49.696Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/6cbef848-009b-49a5-a1b3-124de1f24b6d.jpg Panama Canal Adjusts Neopanamax Booking System The Panama Canal Authority has announced temporary changes to its transit reservation system for Neopanamax vessels. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/alphard-maritime-faces-scrutiny-over-vessel-operations 2026-08-31T10:40:39.679Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/b91425ff-911f-42a0-8733-d17775a0d402.png Alphard Maritime Faces Scrutiny Over Vessel Operations An offshore support vessel similar to those operated by Alphard Maritime. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/fesco-redirects-turkey-black-sea-service-to-st-petersburg 2026-08-31T10:40:19.470Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/3d741ce2-2ecf-40ae-bd55-19471b79fc7f.png FESCO Redirects Turkey Black Sea Service to St. Petersburg FESCO has adjusted its shipping routes, impacting its service to Turkey. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/attack-damaged-ships-ground-on-turkish-black-sea-coast 2026-08-31T10:39:47.747Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/78ca3ce4-9305-495c-a302-eb87d641207e.png Attack-Damaged Ships Ground on Turkish Black Sea Coast Two merchant ships, damaged in separate attacks, reportedly grounded on Turkey's Black Sea coast. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/etu-energias-acquires-increased-stakes-in-angolan-deepwater-blocks 2026-08-31T10:39:24.209Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/source/2026-08-31/ce24145f-bfea-41c0-a4a9-ae570ab7f5fe.jpg Etu Energias Acquires Increased Stakes in Angolan Deepwater Blocks Etu Energias is set to become the largest interest holder in one of Angola's longest-producing deepwater assets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/russian-lng-share-grows-in-china-s-import-portfolio 2026-08-31T10:39:17.240Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/a8bec3dc-b390-4b13-82c8-5897725086a2.png Russian LNG Share Grows in China's Import Portfolio LNG carriers are crucial for transporting liquefied natural gas across global markets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/europe-increases-lng-imports-amid-market-tensions 2026-08-31T10:38:59.212Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/823417f4-dcfd-4363-90ab-6140df7c0ab2.png Europe Increases LNG Imports Amid Market Tensions LNG carriers are crucial for transporting natural gas to global markets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/oil-prices-rise-amid-persian-gulf-strikes-and-diesel-export-ban 2026-08-31T10:38:41.069Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/080f36ef-7a01-4fe5-bf6c-bc917bd2f0de.png Oil Prices Rise Amid Persian Gulf Strikes and Diesel Export Ban Geopolitical events and export policies continue to influence global oil prices. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/copper-futures-decline-amid-stronger-dollar 2026-08-31T10:38:22.924Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/84fe8c5f-883e-44c0-a53b-2ba5e0c34712.png Copper Futures Decline Amid Stronger Dollar Copper futures are influenced by currency strength and monetary policy expectations. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/steel-rebar-futures-reach-2-5-month-highs-on-demand-outlook 2026-08-31T10:38:06.238Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/9bfa986b-59f6-45f5-a665-4f2ecbbe576d.png Steel Rebar Futures Reach 2.5-Month Highs on Demand Outlook Steel rebar futures have seen significant gains, influenced by seasonal demand forecasts. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/china-s-agricultural-opening-up-boosts-global-food-security 2026-08-31T10:37:47.355Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/dbe600ee-cbe5-4bda-b004-42fdbe8cb4df.png China's Agricultural Opening-Up Boosts Global Food Security China's agricultural sector plays a significant role in global food security. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/russia-remains-india-s-top-crude-supplier-in-august 2026-08-31T10:37:28.803Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/74279f5e-a987-47c7-bcf2-e1ab0801e3ba.png Russia Remains India's Top Crude Supplier in August Oil tankers are crucial for transporting crude oil across international waters. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/cma-cgm-and-cosco-revise-mexican-port-call-on-joint-service 2026-08-31T10:37:09.073Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/0a181089-74f3-4481-891f-866024ab2dd3.png CMA CGM and COSCO Revise Mexican Port Call on Joint Service Container ships are essential for global trade, connecting distant markets. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/singapore-fuel-oil-inventories-decline-in-august 2026-08-31T10:36:41.647Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/9dfdf212-3cd0-4ed0-ae35-ad5b1c20bd62.png Singapore Fuel Oil Inventories Decline in August Singapore's fuel oil inventories saw a decline in August, according to Enterprise Singapore. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/us-intensifies-economic-pressure-on-iran-with-new-sanctions 2026-08-31T10:36:24.950Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/bfd4df90-95bf-46e6-8d75-6bba72e7df89.png US Intensifies Economic Pressure on Iran with New Sanctions The US Treasury Secretary indicated that a US blockade of Iranian ports has curbed oil purchases. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/asian-diesel-exports-to-africa-surge-amid-middle-east-supply-void 2026-08-31T10:36:04.498Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/d080e6f8-4b5b-4be5-9dbf-b8979d13d0af.png Asian Diesel Exports to Africa Surge Amid Middle East Supply Void Tankers are redirecting diesel supplies to meet African demand. https://seatradelogistics.org/news/prosafe-reports-increased-q2-earnings-amid-higher-vessel-activity 2026-08-31T10:35:43.953Z https://seatradelogistics.org/api/public/media/ai/2026-08-31/2b88bbd8-cad9-4ba0-8195-237962d11c25.png Prosafe Reports Increased Q2 Earnings Amid Higher Vessel Activity An offshore accommodation vessel, similar to those operated by Prosafe, providing support services.