MSC Orders Ten LNG/Dual Fuel ULCVs from Chinese Shipyard
MSC has taken another major step to solidify its market dominance, as the world’s largest container shipping company has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Hengli Heavy Industries of China. Original article According to a report from DynaLiners, MSC has ordered ten ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs) with a capacity of 21,000 TEU, all equipped […]
Global Shippers Forum tool up for the contracting season
Global Shippers Forum Gears Up for 2025 Contract Negotiations Original article As logistics managers and major shippers prepare for the annual contract season negotiations across Europe later this year and on the Pacific in spring 2025, the shipping industry braces for another volatile season. Shippers, having endured a turbulent five years, are now turning to […]
Maryland Launches Billion-Dollar Lawsuit Over Key Bridge Collision
State of Maryland seeks compensation for damages caused by the Dali vessel allision. Original article In yet another twist in the legal fallout from the Dali vessel collision with Baltimore’s Key Bridge, the State of Maryland has now joined the fray. Hot on the heels of a $100 million lawsuit filed by the US Department […]
Ship Collision: Containers fall overboard FESCO boxship after accident in Nansha
Three Containers Plunge into Water After Ship Collision at Nansha Port Original article In a late-night maritime mishap, three containers fell into the waters of the southern Chinese port of Nansha after a collision between two ships on 21 September. At approximately 9.45 pm local time, the FESCO vessel Vladivostok, a 1998-built 1,748 TEU (Twenty-foot […]
COSCO SHIPPING Launches Two New Vessels for QatarEnergy’s Gas Expansion Project
A naming ceremony was held on September 10 at Changxing Island in Shanghai for two new vessels—Rex Tillerson and Umm Ghuwailina—which are integral to QatarEnergy’s LNG transportation initiative. Original article In 2022, a construction contract for seven LNG carriers, each with a capacity of 174,000 cubic meters, was awarded to a partnership between COSCO SHIPPING […]
Amphora to ISO Containers: The Evolution of Global Shipping
Did you know the humble amphora could be considered the ancestor of the modern ISO container? In the ancient world, amphorae were the backbone of global trade, transporting wine, oil, and grain across empires. With their efficient, stackable design and durable construction, they represent an early form of containerisation. This ancient solution mirrors today’s ISO […]
Could East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Result in a Banana Shortage?
Is your favourite fruit about to become a rare commodity? A potential labour strike at the East and Gulf Coast ports of the United States could have ripple effects across various sectors. But when it comes to bananas, the situation is downright alarming. The United States Census Bureau data reveals that bananas are one of […]
Red Sea Shipping Crisis: Impact of Depleting Container Volumes on Global Trade
Original article How Will the Red Sea’s Shipping Crisis Impact Global Trade? Have you noticed the recent shifts in global shipping trends? The Red Sea, a key maritime corridor, is facing a decline in container volumes. But what does this mean for global trade and supply chains? Introduction The Red Sea, long regarded as a […]
New Red Sea Services by ONE and SeaLead: Strategic Moves Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Red Sea shipping routes: Have the ongoing security challenges in the Red Sea reshaped global shipping routes? The volatile situation in the Red Sea, particularly the Houthi attacks, has impacted international shipping routes, pushing many major lines to make significant adjustments. Yet, as some routes shift, new services emerge to maintain critical connections, particularly for […]
When Shipping Containers Go Overboard: The Real Danger Beneath the Waves
What happens when containers fall off cargo ships, and why should we care about these invisible threats beneath the waves? When containers fall overboard, they often sink or float just beneath the water’s surface, becoming dangerous obstacles for smaller vessels and potential environmental hazards. Lost containers can drift for months, leaking harmful substances, or contribute […]
