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(192 articles)Casablanca Port Opens Overnight Gates to Cut Truck Congestion
The Port of Casablanca has implemented extended overnight gate operations as a tactical response to persistent truck congestion at the terminal. This operational adjustment reflects growing pressure o
Subic Port Disposes Rotten Cargo From Overstaying Containers
Subic Port in the Philippines has initiated disposal operations for deteriorated cargo trapped in containers that have exceeded normal port dwell times. This situation underscores a critical vulnerabi
Mundra Empty-Box Rule Triggers Container Transport Strike
A new empty-container handling regulation at Mundra Port has escalated into a broader container transport strike, disrupting logistics operations across India's western coast. The rule, which imposes
Weekly Port Operational Updates: Aug 26 - Sep 1, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel has released its regular weekly port operational summary covering the period from August 26 through September 1, 2026. This type of operational intelligence briefing provides supply chain
Indonesia Maritime Logistics Faces Critical Challenges
Indonesia is experiencing significant maritime logistics pressures that threaten to disrupt regional supply chains and trade efficiency. These mounting challenges span port congestion, operational con
Magaya Integrates PortConnect for New Zealand Port Operations
Magaya, a leading cloud-based freight and logistics software provider, has announced a strategic integration with PortConnect to enhance its service offerings across New Zealand's port ecosystem. This
Mundra Port Container Transporters Strike Over Empty Box Policy
Container transporters operating at Mundra Port, one of India's major container hubs, have halted operations in protest against Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) policies governing empty c
Mundra Port Faces Major Disruption as Depot Operators Suspend Service
Mundra Port, India's leading container gateway, is experiencing significant operational disruption as empty-container depot owners have suspended operations in protest against new regulatory directive
Kaleris Bridges Carrier-Terminal Gap with Collaboration Platform
Kaleris, a supply chain software provider, is introducing a platform designed to enhance collaboration between ocean carriers and port terminals. This initiative addresses a longstanding operational c
COSCO Shipping Ports Grows Traffic 7.9% to 80M TEUs
COSCO Shipping Ports has achieved a significant milestone by handling over 80 million TEUs in the first half of the year, representing 7.9% year-over-year growth. This performance signals robust conta
Magaya Expands New Zealand Port Operations with PortConnect
Magaya, a logistics software provider, has expanded its operational capabilities in New Zealand through integration with PortConnect, enhancing its ability to support international shipping and port m
India's Logistics Data Bank Revolutionizes EXIM Container Tracking
India has implemented a comprehensive Logistics Data Bank system designed to track export-import (EXIM) freight at scale, referencing historical port infrastructure like Lothal Dockyard while moderniz
Global Port Operations Updates: Week of August 19-25, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel's weekly port operations report provides a snapshot of global maritime activity during the week of August 19-25, 2026. This routine intelligence update serves as a pulse-check for supply
JNPA Upgrades DFC Rail Infrastructure for Faster Cargo Delivery
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is undertaking a strategic review of Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) rail infrastructure to enhance cargo movement velocity and logistics efficiency. This i
India's Logistics Data Bank Enables Real-Time EXIM Freight Tracking
India has launched a comprehensive Logistics Data Bank designed to transform how EXIM (export-import) freight is tracked and managed across the country. The platform, anchored at Lothal Dockyard, cons
US Breakbulk Ports Avoid Congestion Amid Uncertain Markets
US breakbulk ports are currently operating without significant congestion, providing a window of operational stability for shippers moving project cargo, heavy machinery, and other non-containerized c
CMA CGM Deepens ZPMC Partnership Under CCCC Framework
CMA CGM, one of the world's largest container shipping lines, is expanding its operational collaboration with ZPMC (Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries), a leading port equipment manufacturer and termin
Port of Drammen Deploys Berth Alignment System for Efficiency
The Port of Drammen in Norway is adopting a berth alignment system, a technology designed to optimize vessel positioning and improve dock operations efficiency. This initiative reflects broader indust
Optimizing Vessel Time in Port: Industry Collaboration
Port dwell time represents one of the most controllable yet frequently overlooked variables in maritime supply chains. The article emphasizes that achieving optimal vessel time in port requires coordi
São Sebastião Port Deploys PCS System to Boost Logistics Efficiency
The Port of São Sebastião has implemented a Port Community System (PCS) designed to enhance the efficiency and coordination of logistics operations within its terminal environment. This technology dep
ECT Rotterdam Reports €136M Operating Results for 2025
ECT Rotterdam, a major container terminal operator at Europe's largest port, reported operating results of €136 million for 2025, signaling stable operational performance at a critical European logist
Oakland Port Shows Resilience Despite 11% July Import Drop
The Port of Oakland reported mixed performance in July 2026, with container volumes essentially flat month-over-month but down 11.4% year-over-year. The decline was primarily driven by a 14% drop in f
Port Congestion Hits Record 4.3M TEU—Supply Chain Impact
Global ports are experiencing record-breaking congestion levels, with 4.3 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) stranded—marking an unprecedented accumulation of containerized cargo. This congest
Port Congestion Consumes 5% of Global Container Capacity
Port congestion has emerged as a structural bottleneck in global container logistics, with delays and operational inefficiencies now absorbing approximately 5% of the industry's total twenty-foot equi
Rhine Water Levels Rise, Easing Barge Capacity Constraints
Recent rainfall across the Rhine River basin has raised water levels, providing relief to barge operators and port facilities that have faced capacity constraints due to shallow-water conditions. This
Ports Must Lead Climate Infrastructure Transition to Shape Global Trade
Ports serve as critical chokepoints in global supply chains, and their environmental footprint and climate resilience are now inextricably linked to the future of sustainable trade infrastructure. The
Spanish Ports Hit 325M Tons: Growth Signals Recovery
Spain's port system processed more than 325 million tons of cargo through July, marking a modest 0.4% year-over-year growth. This incremental uptick reflects the broader stabilization trend across Eur
Singapore Defends Against US 'Shadow Transhipment' Allegations
The United States has accused Singapore of participating in a "shadow transhipment network" that facilitates Chinese exporters' circumvention of American tariffs. In response, Singapore's Prime Minist
Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress Convenes in Jeddah
The Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress is hosting its conference at the Jeddah Superdome, representing a significant gathering of maritime and logistics professionals in the Middle East region. Thi
JNPA Launches First Double-Stack DFC Rake Operations
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has initiated its first long-haul double-stack dedicated freight corridor (DFC) rake operations, marking a significant infrastructure milestone for India's s
MSC Takes Over DBGT Terminal at VOC Port After Security Approval
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), one of the world's largest container shipping lines, has successfully secured regulatory approval to assume operations of DBGT (a terminal operating entity) at VO
Global Port Operations Update: Week of Aug 12-18, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel has published a weekly port operations summary covering the period of August 12-18, 2026. This routine intelligence briefing provides supply chain professionals with a consolidated view o
Global Port Operations Update: Week of July 22-28, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel has published a routine weekly summary of port operational updates from July 22–28, 2026, providing supply chain professionals with a consolidated view of global maritime developments. Th
Port-Adjacent Logistics Parks: Brazil's Missing Export Infrastructure
Brazil's export supply chain has long suffered from a structural inefficiency: the absence of strategically located, port-adjacent logistics parks that can serve as critical consolidation and staging
Global Port Operations Update: Week of July 29–Aug 4, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel released a weekly port operations briefing covering global maritime infrastructure updates for the period of July 29 to August 4, 2026. This recurring intelligence report serves as a snap
Durban Port Congestion Forces Shipping Service Changes
Congestion at the Port of Durban, a critical gateway for African trade, is creating cascading disruptions across container shipping networks. Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global logistics provider, has ann
Port Congestion Risk Solutions: Mitigating Cargo Disruptions
Marsh, a leading insurance and risk management firm, has published guidance on mitigating port congestion and operational disruptions that increasingly threaten supply chain reliability worldwide. Por
Logistika 360 Launches Two Customs Surveillance Vessels in Algeciras
Logistika 360 has undertaken the launch of two specialized vessels dedicated to customs surveillance operations at the Port of Algeciras, one of Europe's busiest maritime hubs. This initiative represe
Sepetiba Terminal Ships 2,600 Tons Steel Pipes to Houston
Sepetiba Tecon Terminal in Rio de Janeiro completed the mobilization and shipment of 2,600 tons of steel pipes destined for Houston, Texas. This transaction represents routine transatlantic breakbulk
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
DP World Inland Network Handles 500,000 TEUs in Six Months
DP World has demonstrated significant scaling of its inland logistics network, moving 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) since March. This achievement reflects growing demand for efficient la
Global Port Operational Updates: What Supply Chain Teams Need to Know
Kuehne+Nagel has released a roundup of operational updates affecting ports worldwide, signaling ongoing volatility in terminal performance and capacity constraints across major shipping hubs. This typ
CMA CGM Partially Lifts Jeddah Port Restrictions Amid Congestion
CMA CGM has partially relaxed its suspension on Upper Gulf transit cargo through Jeddah Port, signaling cautious optimism about port conditions while acknowledging persistent infrastructure challenges
Global Port Operations Update: Week of Aug 5-11, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel has published its weekly port operational updates covering the period of August 5-11, 2026. This recurring intelligence briefing provides supply chain professionals with critical operatio
Global Port Operations Update: May 27 – June 3, 2026
Kuehne+Nagel has published a routine operational update covering port conditions and logistics developments across multiple global ports for the week of May 27 to June 3, 2026. This type of weekly bri
Maersk Peak Season Surcharge Hits East Africa-North Europe Route
Maersk has announced a peak season surcharge on its East Africa-North Europe shipping routes, a move that reflects seasonal capacity constraints and elevated demand during the high-volume trading peri
ICTSI's EJMT Strengthens Regional Trade Hub in East Java
ICTSI's East Java Multi-Terminal (EJMT) is enhancing its operational capabilities to better serve regional trade flows between East Java and broader Indonesian markets. This development reflects growi
Port of LA, CEO Seroka Win USC Leadership Excellence Award
The Port of Los Angeles and its Executive Director Gene Seroka have received recognition from the USC Global Supply Chain Institute through a Leadership Excellence Award, reflecting the port's commitm
Global Port Operational Updates: What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Know
Kuehne+Nagel has published a compilation of port operational updates affecting global maritime networks. This type of regular intelligence gathering is critical for supply chain professionals managing
Smart Tugs Transform US Waterways with Autonomous Technology
Smart tugboat technology represents a significant shift in how cargo moves across US inland waterways, traditionally a backbone of domestic logistics. The adoption of autonomous and semi-autonomous tu