Indian Port Strike: Ports offer wage hikes to avert dockworker strike
India on the Brink: Will a Nationwide Indian Port Strike Disrupt Trade? As tensions rise, India is teetering on the edge of a nationwide port strike that could have massive implications for trade. Despite efforts by the Indian Ports Association (IPA) to calm the waters with a revised wage hike proposal, dockworker unions remain unswayed, […]
A shopping mall made of shipping containers in Taunton?
Daniel Schemer The Taunton Daily Gazette TAUNTON — An outdoor retail shopping plaza assembled out of shipping containers? That’s an idea the city of Taunton is determined to make a reality within a year as part of efforts to revitalize the waterfront area of the Weir Village. Where would this retail plaza be located? The former Bacon Felt […]
Pacific International Lines Expands Fleet with New Order for Five Container Ships
How does fleet expansion impact the competitive shipping market? Pacific International Lines (PIL) has joined the growing trend of container ship orders, placing an order for five new vessels. This move aligns with the company’s strategy to modernise and expand its fleet, ensuring it remains competitive in the global shipping market. The newbuildings are part […]
CMA CGM Faces Another Incident as Ship Loses Containers Off South Africa
How often do container losses at sea impact global shipping routes? In a recurring issue for CMA CGM, one of the company’s container ships has lost a significant number of containers off the coast of South Africa. This latest incident adds to a string of similar occurrences affecting the global shipping giant. The lost containers […]
Nuclear Power in Container Shipping: A New Era on the Horizon?
Lloyd’s Register and CORE POWER, along with Maersk, are exploring the feasibility of using nuclear power for container shipping. They’ve launched a joint regulatory assessment to investigate the safety and regulatory frameworks needed for a nuclear-powered feeder containership. This initiative focuses on leveraging a fourth-generation nuclear reactor, known for its inherent safety, potentially revolutionising cargo […]
Sri Lankan Port Authority Averts Major Catastrophe by Containing Fire on Container Ship
How Did Sri Lanka Prevent a Potential Maritime Disaster? A significant disaster was narrowly avoided when the Sri Lankan Port Authority successfully contained a fire on a container ship near Colombo Port. The vessel, which was carrying hazardous chemicals, posed a serious risk to the environment and local communities. Prompt action from the Port Authority, […]
Container Volumes Surge at Port of Los Angeles Amid Growing Consumer Demand
Why is the Port of Los Angeles Seeing a Spike in Container Volumes? The Port of Los Angeles has experienced a notable 6.7% increase in container volumes in July 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This rise is largely driven by increased consumer demand and the resolution of previous labour disputes. As the […]
Thailand Moves Swiftly to Prevent Toxic Waste Cargo from Entering via MSC and Maersk Ships
How Is Thailand Responding to the Threat of Toxic Waste Shipments? Thailand is taking urgent action to stop shipments of toxic waste from entering the country aboard MSC and Maersk ships. The authorities have launched an investigation to prevent the hazardous cargo from reaching its shores. This initiative highlights Thailand’s commitment to safeguarding its environment […]
China’s Arctic Gambit: A New Route to Europe
Is China Reshaping Global Trade Through the Arctic? China has launched an ambitious new route through the Arctic to ship containers to Europe, aiming to reduce dependence on traditional maritime routes that pass through geopolitically sensitive regions. This Arctic route, largely accessible due to climate change, promises shorter transit times and lower costs, but raises […]
Title: Huge Container Ship Explosion at Ningbo Zhoushan Port: What Went Wrong?
A Sudden Blast at the World’s Busiest Port: What Happened? In a dramatic turn of events, a massive container ship docked at the Ningbo Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang Province, China, unexpectedly exploded on Friday. Footage of the incident shows a fireball erupting from a container near the ship’s front, sending thick black smoke billowing into […]
