French shipping giant investing in US logistics 
The CMA CGM Group has announced a USD 20 billion investment scheme over the next four years to strengthen its role in the US maritime economy, expand logistics infrastructure and create 10,000 new jobs. The shipping giant, which operates in 40 US states and employs 15,000... more
Fire risk in port equipment – TT Club urges action
Insurance provider TT Club warns that fire remains a leading cause of damage to port and terminal equipment, accounting for 19% of nearly 1,600 fire-related claims over the past decade. Beyond financial losses and operational disruptions, fires pose a major safety risk to... more
Cosco now links Contecon with Asia
Contecon Guayaquil has received the inaugural call of Cosco Shipping’s WSA5 service, the first direct link between Ecuador and Asia via Peru’s port of Chancay. The new service reduces transit time to Shanghai to 27 days, providing a faster and more reliable route for Ecuadorian... more
Bremen’s ports are methanol-ready
Bremen’s gateways have introduced clear regulations for methanol bunkering, reinforcing their role in alternative marine fuels. While LNG has been in use since 2015, methanol is gaining significance. “LNG bunkering has been possible for years, now Bremen’s ports are... more
LA honours 70th IAPH anniversary
The port of Los Angeles has paid tribute to the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) on its 70th anniversary, recognising its global leadership in addressing key industry challenges. The milestone was marked at a port-hosted networking event during TPM25 in Long... more
Assessing energy-efficiency technologies
DNV has published a report to help shipowners select energy-efficiency measures that reduce fuel consumption and support decarbonisation. The report analyses over 40 solutions, detailing cost, fuel-saving potential and ship-type suitability. DNV Maritime CEO Knut... more
20 years of NPorts – driving Lower Saxony's hubs
Niedersachsen Ports (NPorts) is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, having invested over EUR 1.5 billion in its 15 seaports. "We've never stood still – our gateways have grown in importance over the years," said Holger Banik (right), managing director of NPorts... more
Maersk names methanol-powered boxship in Mumbai
A.P. Moller-Maersk has named its latest dual-fuel methanol containership, the ‘Albert Maersk,’ in Mumbai. It is the eleventh vessel in Maersk’s fleet capable of running on methanol, reinforcing the company’s commitment to decarbonisation. CEO Vincent Clerc led the ceremony,... more
Robust performance amid uncertainty
CMA CGM posted solid results in 2024, driven by rising demand for containership shipping, and by its strategic investments. Geopolitical tension, however, posed challenges for global supply chains. Following market normalisation in 2023, 2024 saw increased trade... more
Ro-ro JV by Noatum and Erkport
Noatum Maritime, part of the AD Ports Group, has entered into a partnership with the Turkish firm Erkport to launch ‘United Global Ro-Ro’, a joint venture aimed at expanding vehicle logistics and high and heavy cargo transportation. Noatum holds a 60% stake, while Erkport owns... more