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(21 articles)Savannah Port Plans 3.5M TEU Terminal to Boost US Capacity
The Port of Savannah is planning to construct a new 3.5 million TEU container terminal that will increase the port's total annual handling capacity to 12 million TEUs. This expansion addresses growing
Andaman Islands emerging as India's strategic shipping hub
India is examining the Andaman Islands' strategic potential as a regional shipping and logistics center. The remote island location presents opportunities for trade facilitation and maritime infrastru
Germany Blocks COSCO Takeover of Zippel Over Security Concerns
Germany has blocked state-owned Chinese shipping company COSCO from acquiring German logistics firm Zippel, citing security concerns. The decision reflects heightened European scrutiny of Chinese inve
Global Shipping System Faces Systemic Challenges, Reform Needed
Vox reports that the global shipping system faces fundamental structural problems requiring comprehensive reform. The article frames shipping disruptions not as temporary events but as symptoms of sys
Maersk Investment Arm Acquires Majority Stake in Euroports
Maersk's investment arm has acquired a majority stake in Euroports, marking a significant consolidation move within European port and terminal operations. This acquisition represents Maersk's strategi
Accuracy Shipping Secures CFS Expansion at Kandla Port
Accuracy Shipping has secured a letter of intent (LoI) to establish a container freight station (CFS) facility at Kandla port, one of India's major non-major ports. This development represents a strat
SC Ports Expands Chassis Leasing to Boost Container Logistics
SC Ports has announced an expansion of its chassis leasing program, making additional equipment available to shipping lines and carrier partners. This strategic move addresses growing demand for relia
TCI to Expand Coastal Shipping by 30-40% Over Five Years
TCI, a major player in India's maritime logistics, has announced plans to significantly expand its coastal shipping capacity by 30-40% over the next five years. This expansion represents a substantial
MarineShaft Expands Lathe Capacity to Ø1100 mm
MarineShaft has announced an expansion of its mobile lathe capacity to accommodate shafts up to Ø1100 mm in diameter. This upgrade represents an incremental capacity enhancement for a specialized mari
Gulf Crude Routes: Can Tankers Bypass Hormuz Profitably?
The article examines a critical strategic question facing Gulf oil exporters: whether investing in alternative crude export routes around the Strait of Hormuz remains economically viable without desta
RSGT and CMA CGM Invest $434M in Jeddah Port Terminal 4
RSGT and CMA CGM have committed $434 million to develop Terminal 4 at Jeddah Islamic Port, marking a significant infrastructure investment in Saudi Arabia's maritime gateway. This expansion addresses
Korea Seeks Transit Support for Aging Coastal Shipping Fleet
South Korea's coastal shipping sector is facing a convergence of structural headwinds, aging fleet infrastructure, persistent operational losses, and acute labor market gaps, that threaten the efficie
CK Hutchison Seeks $1.5B Compensation for Panama Port Seizure
CK Hutchison Holdings has formally initiated international arbitration proceedings against the Panamanian government, demanding over $1.5 billion in damages following the state's seizure of the compan
Panama Canal's Larger Locks: What U.S. Logistics Must Prepare For
The Panama Canal has activated new, larger locks designed to accommodate modern megaships and increase overall throughput capacity. This represents a significant infrastructure upgrade to one of the w
Baku Hosts Fifth Black Sea-Caspian Logistics Forum
Baku is hosting the fifth edition of the Black Sea-Caspian logistics forum, a regional conference focused on connecting maritime trade routes and optimizing supply chain flows across two critical mari
Major U.S. Port Pursues Nuclear Power to Cut Emissions
A leading U.S. shipping port is evaluating nuclear power as an energy solution to support its high-volume operations and advance decarbonization goals. This move reflects broader industry pressure to
Cavotec Wins €7M Order for Container Ship Electrical Systems
Cavotec has secured a €7 million order to supply and install electrical connection systems on container ships, reflecting growing investment in maritime vessel infrastructure. This procurement order s
World's Busiest Canals 2026: Capacity & Trade Impact Ranked
Canal infrastructure represents critical chokepoints in global supply chains, with a handful of waterways handling the majority of international maritime trade. The Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and other
Panama Canal Strengthens Global Trade Hub Status With Infrastructure Investment
Panama is consolidating its position as a critical global shipping chokepoint, aligning with peer maritime hubs Singapore, UAE, Netherlands, and the United States. The article highlights strengthening
LNG Supply Expansion Hits Shipping Bottleneck Wall
Global liquefied natural gas producers are expanding output capacity at record pace, but the shipping infrastructure to transport LNG is not keeping up, creating a critical supply chain bottleneck. Wh
Maersk Adopts First ISO Container Made in India for Global Trade
Maersk has incorporated its first ISO container manufactured in India into its international maritime operations, representing a strategic milestone in supply chain localization and regional manufactu