#port-capacity
(56 articles)ICTSI Expands Pier 2 Operations in South Africa
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) is establishing operational presence at Pier 2, marking an expansion of port capacity in South Africa. This development signals growth in contai
Kenya Tea Exporters Turn to 8x Costlier Air Freight as Mombasa Chokes
Kenya's tea export sector faces a critical logistics crisis as congestion at the Port of Mombasa forces exporters to seek alternative transportation at dramatically inflated costs. Tea producers, unab
Chane Expands Bulk Liquid Capacity at Port of Liverpool
Chane has established a strategic partnership with the Port of Liverpool to expand handling capacity for bulk liquid products, signaling confidence in growing demand within the oils and fats sector. T
South Africa's Logistics Recovery: 2026 Inflection Point
South Africa's logistics infrastructure has experienced significant disruptions that have cascaded through regional and global supply chains, affecting manufacturers, retailers, and commodity traders.
Stratton Final Mile Expands Across California Port Network
Stratton Final Mile Services LLC has announced a strategic expansion across multiple ports in both Northern and Southern California, signaling growth in the final-mile delivery segment on the West Coa
Virginia Port Authority Names New CEO Amid Infrastructure Expansion
The Virginia Port Authority has promoted Sarah McCoy, an 11-year agency veteran and former chief counsel, to chief executive and executive director following her interim leadership tenure. This leader
Canada Invests in Non-US Trade Routes Ahead of USMCA Renewal
Canada is pursuing an aggressive trade diversification strategy, channeling significant government investment into transport infrastructure and negotiating new global trade partnerships to reduce econ
Maersk August 2025 North America Market Update
Maersk has published its August 2025 North America market update, providing authoritative insights into current shipping conditions, capacity dynamics, and rate trends affecting the region. As a leadi
Port Congestion Solutions: Strategies to Ease Maritime Bottlenecks
Port congestion has become a structural challenge affecting global supply chains, with capacity constraints persisting long after pandemic-era disruptions. Major shipping hubs worldwide continue to ex
Major Freight Forwarder Signs Milestone East Coast Port Deal
A leading global freight forwarder has announced a significant new partnership agreement with a major East Coast U.S. port, marking what both parties are calling a 'milestone' achievement in port oper
Indian Government Tackles Port Congestion to Boost Maritime Trade
The Indian government has announced measures to address congestion at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNP), one of South Asia's busiest container terminals. This development signals a strategic commitment to e
Sabah Port Congestion Escalates to Systemic Logistics Crisis
Port congestion at Sabah has progressed beyond isolated operational challenges to become a structural logistics problem affecting the broader regional supply chain ecosystem. According to the Chairman
Maersk North America Market Update October 2025
Maersk has released its October 2025 North America market update, providing critical insights into current shipping conditions, capacity dynamics, and freight rate trends affecting the region. This re
Mid-Sized Ports Gain Ground as Mega Ports Struggle with Congestion
Persistent congestion at megaports is reshaping global container shipping patterns, with shippers increasingly diverting cargo to mid-sized ports to avoid delays and reduce costs. This geographic dive
China's Ports Surge While Global Rivals Stagnate
China's port throughput is accelerating significantly, growing at 3.5% in early 2026 compared to a global average of just 1%, revealing a sharp divergence between Chinese logistics capacity and the re
Georgia Ports Face Volume Decline Amid Market Softness
Georgia's Port of Savannah experienced a 2.5% decline in container throughput for the July-April fiscal year, with April volumes down 14% year-over-year to 443,650 TEUs. The pullback reflects broader
Wilson Sons expands Rio Grande terminal for larger vessels, Southern Cone growth
Wilson Sons, a major Brazilian logistics operator, is expanding its Tecon Rio Grande container terminal to accommodate larger vessels and strengthen its position in Southern Cone regional trade. This
Dubai's Green Corridor Emerges as Critical Alternative During Shipping Crises
Dubai's newly established 'Green Corridor' is gaining prominence as a critical alternative shipping route amid ongoing disruptions affecting traditional maritime pathways, particularly those impacted
Building Resilient Ports to Withstand Global Supply Chain Disruptions
The World Bank has released guidance on how ports can enhance operational resilience to absorb and recover from global supply chain disruptions. This analysis recognizes that ports serve as critical c
Casablanca Port Congestion Strands Dozens of Ships
Casablanca Port, North Africa's busiest maritime hub, is experiencing significant congestion with dozens of ships unable to access dock facilities. This operational bottleneck reflects broader capacit
ITS Logistics Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index Signals Market Shift
ITS Logistics has published a May freight index specifically tracking port and rail ramp activity, providing supply chain professionals with real-time visibility into multimodal transportation demand.
Cape Town Port Expands Container Stacking to Reduce Delays
The Port of Cape Town has implemented an operational expansion strategy by extending container stacking capabilities to address persistent handling delays. This infrastructure optimization represents
LA Port Surges 18% While East Coast Ports Struggle
The Port of Los Angeles reported exceptional performance in April 2026, handling 891,000 container units—marking an 18% increase from March and a 5.5% year-over-year gain. This surge comes as US East
DP World Pursues Second Chittagong Terminal in Bangladesh Port Push
DP World, the UAE-based global port operator, has formally proposed expanding its presence in Bangladesh by seeking to manage Chittagong Container Terminal (CCT) in addition to its existing interest i
MENA Ocean Ports Face Mixed Conditions Ahead in 2026
Middle East and North Africa (MENA) ocean freight ports are experiencing divergent operational conditions heading into 2026, creating both challenges and opportunities for supply chain managers routin
West Africa Ports Overwhelmed by Container Volume Surge
West African ports are experiencing unprecedented pressure from rising container throughput, exposing critical infrastructure gaps in the region. The surge in containerized trade reflects both economi
Singapore Port Pressured as Shipping Disruptions Reshape Global Trade
Singapore's strategic position as a global maritime hub is coming under renewed pressure as shipping disruptions continue to reshape international trade patterns and port operations. The disruptions a
Southern Brazil Ports Surge 44% in Container Cargo Growth
Southern Brazil's ports have demonstrated robust container cargo growth, recording a 44% increase in February according to DatamarNews. This significant surge reflects strengthening regional trade act
Saudi Ports Surge: 14.5M Tons Handled in April 2026
Saudi Arabia's ports handled over 14.5 million tons of cargo during April 2026, reflecting consistent regional trade activity and port operational capacity. This monthly throughput figure represents t
Port of Long Beach Unlikely to Face Congestion
The Port of Long Beach has signaled that congestion pressures are expected to remain manageable in the near term, representing a positive development for West Coast supply chain operations. This asses
California Ports: Legislative Analysis of West Coast Maritime Hub
The Legislative Analyst's Office has released an overview of California's ports, offering a comprehensive assessment of the state's critical maritime infrastructure. California's ports serve as crucia
MSC, Tradepoint Break Ground on $1.2B Baltimore Container Terminal
Tradepoint Atlantic and Terminal Investment Ltd. have officially commenced construction on the Sparrows Point Container Terminal, a transformative infrastructure project for mid-Atlantic shipping. Thi
Red Sea Returns Threaten Stretched European Logistics Capacity
The normalization of Red Sea shipping routes following recent disruptions presents a paradoxical challenge for European logistics infrastructure: while the reopening of traditional routes provides rel
Malaysia Emerges as Strategic Shipping Haven Amid Rising Freight Costs
Malaysia is positioning itself as a strategic alternative for global shippers as freight rates continue climbing worldwide. The country's strategically located ports, particularly Port Klang and Port
Canada Shipping Surge: What's Driving Record Import Growth
Shipping volumes destined for Canada are experiencing significant growth, reflecting broader shifts in global trade patterns and supply chain routing strategies. This surge signals renewed investment
NMPA Targets Record Cargo Growth After 50M Tonne FY26 Milestone
The Ntpc Maritime Port Authority (NMPA) has announced ambitious new cargo throughput targets following a record-breaking fiscal year 2026, during which the port system handled 50 million tonnes. This
Adani Ports Secures Lender Approval for Karanja Terminal Acquisition
Adani Ports has secured lending approval to proceed with the acquisition of Karanja Terminal, marking a strategic expansion of port infrastructure in India. This development reflects growing investmen
Asia-Pacific Port Disruptions Forecast for 2026: Key Risks
Fitch has identified growing disruption risks facing Asia-Pacific ports and airports heading into 2026, signaling potential capacity constraints and operational challenges across one of the world's mo
Asia Ocean Freight Fragility Signals Capacity Shifts in 2026
Asia's ocean freight market is exhibiting signs of structural fragility as 2026 begins, driven by ongoing capacity rebalancing across major shipping routes and trade lanes. The article underscores tha
Newcastle Dry Port Congestion Forces Shipping Delays
Newcastle Dry Port, a critical logistics hub for Australian containerized and dry bulk cargo, is currently experiencing elevated congestion levels that threaten on-time delivery performance for region
US Trade Surge May Trigger Pandemic-Level Port Congestion
A anticipated surge in US trade activity threatens to create port congestion comparable to pandemic-era disruptions, potentially straining critical logistics infrastructure across North American gatew
West Coast Ports Face Congestion as Cargo Volumes Surge
West Coast ports are experiencing a significant influx of incoming cargo, creating acute congestion risks that threaten to disrupt supply chains across North America. This cargo comeback follows a per
Global Port Operational Updates: Week of June 12-19
Kuehne+Nagel's weekly port operational update for June 12-19 provides critical intelligence for supply chain professionals tracking global shipping disruptions and capacity constraints. This type of r
China Port Congestion Causes 21-Day Ship Delays
China's major ports are experiencing significant congestion, with vessels idling for extended periods—up to 21 days—creating a critical bottleneck in global ocean freight networks. This congestion is
European Port Congestion Expected Through 2025
European ports face sustained congestion extending through 2025, signaling a structural challenge rather than a temporary disruption. This persistent bottleneck reflects a combination of elevated impo
Colombo Port Congestion Worsens as Shipping Lines Reroute Calls
Colombo Port, a critical transshipment hub for Asian container traffic, is experiencing escalating congestion that is prompting major international shipping lines to avoid port calls, redirecting carg
Hambantota Port Gains Traction as Colombo Congestion Grows
Persistent congestion at the Port of Colombo is creating a market opportunity for Hambantota Port to capture incremental container volumes and transshipment cargo. The structural capacity constraints
Singapore Port Braces for Surge as Red Sea Routes Resume in 2026
Singapore's port authority is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on anticipated increased container volumes should the Red Sea shipping corridor reopen in 2026. The prolonged closure of Re
SGR Cargo Link to Reduce Dar Port Congestion
Tanzania is leveraging its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) infrastructure to address persistent cargo congestion at the Port of Dar es Salaam, East Africa's busiest container hub. By establishing a direc
Gulf Ports Face Competitive Pressure as Global Networks Shift
The article addresses a critical reorientation of global shipping networks that threatens the competitive position of Gulf ports, historically vital transshipment hubs connecting Asia, Europe, and Afr