First methanol ship docks in Hamburg 
On its route from Asia to Europe, the "Ane Maersk," the world's first large methanol-capable container ship operated by Maersk, made its maiden voyage to the Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg on 28 March. With a capacity of more than 16,000 teu, the ship... more
From Jordan to Pakistan
In its annual report for 2023, AD Ports Group looks back on a year of international expansion, strategic acquisitions, and financial growth. The integration of Noatum, a worldwide logistics platform, and agreements in Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, Republic of Congo, Kazakhstan,... more
Sustainability takes centre stage
Rhenus Port Logistics in Rotterdam and Seaway 7 have renewed their partnership for another decade, building on a successful ten-year collaboration. Both companies are committed to enhancing the sustainability of their operations, with initiatives like using electric cranes and... more
Combatting skills shortage in inland navigation
In response to the acute labour shortage in European inland waterway transport, the Central Commission for the Navigation of the Rhine (CCNR) hosted a workshop in Strasbourg on 14 March 2024 to explore initiatives to enhance the sector's attractiveness. The event brought... more
Federal funds for Brunswick and Savannah
The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has approved USD 65.6 million for improvements at the port of Savannah's ocean terminal, aiming to increase container capacity by late 2027. Projects include site preparation, pier removal, and utility installation, funded by 2022 revenue bonds.... more
From 1 to 6 million containers
APM Terminals Moín (TCM) in Costa Rica has handled over 6 million containers since its inception in 2018, with container volumes rising from 1 million teu in 2019 to 1.26 million teu in 2023. Primarily focused on exporting products like bananas and coffee, the terminal has seen... more
Training initiative addresses “Wakashio” incident
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) conducted a training programme in Mauritius for 20 young employees from its head office and group companies in nine countries. The programme aimed to enhance awareness of sustainability and safe operations while contributing to the local community... more
Collaboration to explore CNSL-based biofuel
United European Car Carriers (UECC) is leading a collaboration with Lloyd’s Register Fobas, Wärtsilä, and ACT Group to evaluate the potential of cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL)-based biofuel, known as FSI.100, for maritime use. The partnership aims to address concerns about... more
Traffic declines but investments continue
The port of Liège experienced a 14.5% decrease in traffic in 2023, with over 16 million t of goods transiting through its 33 port areas. Container traffic declined by 7%, with 83,431 teu handled, while fluvial traffic dropped by 19% to 11.7 million t. Despite these... more
Supplies for Haiti's children looted
In Port-au-Prince, Haiti, armed groups have looted one of Unicef's containers at the city's main port, compromising critical health supplies for children and mothers, including resuscitators and early childhood development equipment. This incident exacerbates the already dire... more