#container-handling
(35 articles)CONCOR hits record 1.45M TEUs in Q2 with India container boom
Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) announced record-breaking second-quarter results for FY 2026-27, handling 1.45 million TEUs, the highest for any Q2 in company history. Operating income
Vizhinjam Port Imports Begin, Expanding Kerala Logistics
Vizhinjam Port has commenced import operations, representing a significant expansion of logistics capacity in Kerala. This development enhances regional trade infrastructure and positioning for supply
Vizhinjam Port Handles First Import Container from China
Vizhinjam Port has successfully handled its first import container shipment from China, demonstrating operational readiness and expanding its role in India-China trade corridors. This milestone indica
Durban Port Congestion Forces Manufacturers to Switch to Air Freight
Severe operational challenges at Durban Gateway Terminal have created a critical bottleneck affecting South African manufacturers across multiple sectors. Vessels anchored for over a month, production
UK Rail Shutdown Forces Container Rerouting from Major Ports
A severe storm and subsequent train derailment have forced the suspension of rail freight services to two critical UK container terminals, DP World London Gateway and Forth Ports' Tilbury facilities,
Kerala Expands Vizhinjam Port: 930 Acres for Logistics
Kerala has identified approximately 930 acres designated for logistics infrastructure development around Vizhinjam International Seaport, marking a strategic expansion beyond marine terminal capabilit
Ghana Ministry Tackles Port Delays with Customs Clearance Reform
Ghana's Ministry of Finance is convening a stakeholder engagement on October 21, 2026, to address persistent cargo delays and rising costs at Tema Port, following complaints from the Importers and Exp
Maersk and Hateco Explore Rail Freight Hubs in Northern Vietnam
APM Terminals (Maersk's ports division) and Vietnam's Hateco Group have entered a non-binding agreement to study the development of rail freight terminals in northern Vietnam, with initial focus on Ha
Ghana Port Congestion Threatens to Shift West Africa Cargo to Rivals
Ghana's major ports are experiencing significant congestion that threatens to redirect cargo flows to competing ports in Côte d'Ivoire, potentially eroding Ghana's position as a regional logistics hub
Hong Kong Port System Enhances Freight Movement Efficiency
Hong Kong's port authority has implemented system enhancements designed to streamline freight movement and reduce operational friction across the territory's critical maritime hub. While the article p
PCS Evolves Port Container Service Approaches for Industry
PCS, a major port container services provider, is adjusting its operational approaches in response to evolving market conditions and customer requirements. This strategic shift reflects broader indust
Ghana Government Acts to Reduce Tema Port Congestion
Ghana's government has announced initiatives aimed at mitigating congestion at Tema Port, one of West Africa's critical maritime gateways. This intervention reflects growing operational strain on the
Australia's Major Intermodal Terminal Ramps Up Freight Handling
Australia's largest intermodal terminal is experiencing increased freight activity, signaling growing demand for domestic and international logistics services. This capacity ramp-up reflects broader e
Ghana's Tema Port Tackles Congestion Crisis with Government Action
Tema Port, a critical regional hub for West African trade, is experiencing operational congestion that threatens cargo throughput and delays shipments. The Ghanaian government has announced interventi
Ghana Investigates Tema Port Congestion Amid Rising Cargo Volumes
Ghana's government has launched an investigation into congestion issues at Tema Port, the country's primary maritime gateway, as cargo throughput volumes continue to increase. This development signals
Adani Opens New Container Yard as Mundra Depot Strike Hits Trade
Adani Ports is activating contingency infrastructure, an internal empty container yard at Mundra, in response to a labor strike affecting depot operations. This move reflects the port operator's effor
Tema Port Congestion Threatens Ghana's Trade Flow as Cargo Volumes Surge
The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has initiated an investigation into escalating congestion at Tema Port, Ghana's primary maritime gateway, as incoming cargo volumes continue to rise. This developmen
Yusen Locks 30-Year Terminal Deal at LA Port with $200M Green Investment
Yusen Terminals has secured a landmark 30-year lease extension at the Port of Los Angeles, extending its operations through 2056 and committing $200 million to zero-emission cargo-handling equipment.
DGT Yard Pressure Easing: South Africa Logistics Relief
Recent reporting from the South African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) indicates that operational pressures at the DGT yard facility are beginning to ease, suggesting improved capacity util
Durban Port Crisis: System Failures Trigger Presidential Intervention
South Africa's Durban Gateway Terminal has reached a critical congestion crisis, prompting an emergency appeal to the presidency as the facility struggles through a management system migration complic
RoadOne Expands Port of Charleston Operations via Strategic Acquisition
RoadOne has announced an acquisition that expands its operational footprint at the Port of Charleston, one of the busiest U.S. East Coast gateways. This strategic move signals RoadOne's commitment to
Hapag-Lloyd Secures 25% Stake in Rotterdam APM Terminal
Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's largest container shipping lines, has acquired a 25% equity stake in APM Terminals Rotterdam, a major container terminal in one of Europe's busiest ports. This strategi
1.7M TEU Offline: Global Port Congestion Throttles Shipping Capacity
Global port infrastructure is experiencing significant congestion that is effectively removing 1.7 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) of container capacity from the market. This constraint rep
RoadOne Acquires Higgins Transport in Charleston Consolidation
RoadOne has completed an acquisition of Higgins Transport Service, a regional carrier based in Charleston, marking a strategic move to consolidate drayage and last-mile container handling capacity in
HHLA Operational Disruptions Impact Half-Year Financial Results
HHLA (Hamburger Hafen und Logistik-Aktiengesellschaft), one of Europe's largest port operators, has reported that operational disruptions significantly impacted its half-year financial results. These
Cosco Delivers 17 RTG Cranes to Port of Walvis Bay
Cosco Shipping has transported 17 rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes to the Port of Walvis Bay in Namibia, marking a significant equipment deployment to enhance port handling capacity. This shipment rep
COSCO Opens China's First Automated Ship-to-Rail Terminal
COSCO has inaugurated China's first direct automated ship-to-rail terminal, marking a significant infrastructure milestone that integrates maritime and rail operations into a seamless intermodal syste
COSCO Launches Automated Ship-to-Rail Terminal for Direct Loading
COSCO has commissioned a new automated terminal facility featuring direct ship-to-rail loading capability, representing a significant operational advancement in intermodal logistics. This development
CONCOR Sets Record Q1 FY27 Performance with Peak Handling
CONCOR (Container Corporation of India) has reported its strongest quarterly performance in Q1 FY 2026-27, achieving record-breaking handling volumes and revenue figures. This milestone reflects robus
Hutchison Ports BEST Opens Navarra Intermodal Terminal
Hutchison Ports BEST has inaugurated a new intermodal terminal in Navarra, Spain, marking a strategic expansion of port infrastructure in the Iberian Peninsula. This facility represents an investment
Westport Unveils New Container Port Design for Fremantle
Westport has announced a new container port design initiative at Fremantle, signaling a significant infrastructure modernization effort for one of Australia's critical maritime hubs. This redesign app
APM Algeciras Retires Four RTG Cranes After 25-Year Service
APM Terminals has initiated the removal of four rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes from its Algeciras terminal facility following more than 25 years of operational service. This equipment retirement rep
Xiamen Port Leads Container Terminal Automation in China
Xiamen Container Port is establishing itself as a regional leader in automated terminal operations, demonstrating the viability of advanced automation technologies for container handling. This develop
GENMA Deploys Floating Transhipment System for West Africa
GENMA has commissioned a floating transhipment system designed to enhance cargo handling capabilities across West Africa's maritime infrastructure. This infrastructure investment addresses capacity co
Oman and France Launch $400M Sohar Port Terminal Expansion
Oman and France have reached a landmark $400 million agreement to develop a new logistics terminal at Sohar Port, positioning the facility as a critical transshipment hub for the Middle East and India