#global-ports
(4 articles)Port Congestion Hits Record: 4.3M TEU Vessels Waiting To Berth
Global container ports are facing unprecedented congestion levels, with a record 4.3 million TEU of vessel capacity currently waiting for berthing slots. This systemic backlog reflects structural imba
CMA CGM Partners with Stonepeak on $2.4B Global Port Terminal Network
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container liner, has announced a transformative joint venture with New York-based private equity firm Stonepeak to consolidate and expand its global terminal portfol
Major Port Operators Capture 40% of Global Market Share
The world's seven largest container terminal operators (GTOs) strengthened their dominance in 2025, capturing 40.3% of global port throughput—a combined 401 million TEU—while growing at nearly double
Global Ports Reach 4-Year Congestion Peak, Disrupting Trade
Global port congestion has reached its highest level in four years, signaling a significant structural challenge to international maritime trade. This surge reflects a combination of factors including