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(6 articles)FMC Proposes $200K Vessel Fees and Import Curbs on Spain
The Federal Maritime Commission has proposed imposing a $200,000 per-voyage fee on Spanish-flagged vessels while simultaneously restricting certain goods imported from Spain. This regulatory action af
Shipping Nations Warn of Structural Shift in Global Trade
Major shipping nations are signaling that the global trade landscape is undergoing fundamental, long-term changes rather than temporary disruptions. This structural shift marks a departure from the po
Dutch Ports Reverse Night Closure Plan for Large Vessels
The Netherlands has reversed its previous policy requiring night closures for large vessel operations at Dutch ports, marking a significant operational win for the maritime and heavy lift sectors. Thi
TikTok Shop Reverses Shipping Consolidation After Seller Backlash
TikTok Shop has reversed course on a controversial plan that would have forced independent sellers to use the platform's consolidated shipping service exclusively. The reversal came after significant
Shipping Chief Criticizes Brussels ETS Changes as Inadequate
Diego Aponte, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd, has publicly criticized the European Commission's proposed modifications to the Emissions Trading System (ETS) as insufficient to resolve core operational challenges
Trump's 20% Hormuz Cargo Charge Threatens Global Shipping Costs
The Trump administration has proposed implementing a 20% charge on cargo transiting through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that handles approximately one-third of global seaborne trade. T