New record in Philadelphia 
The CMA CGM ‘Marco Polo’ is the largest vessel ever to visit the port of Philadelphia in its 300-year history. The vessel, 396 m long and with a capacity to carry 16,020 teu, is deployed in CMA CGM’s Namex service and connects China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Morocco... more
RMI Registry's 20-year record
The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Registry has achieved the United States Coast Guard’s (USCG’s) ’Qualship 21’ status for 20 consecutive years, a unique feat globally. This recognition reflects the registry’s commitment to compliance, technical support, and... more
Wärtsilä enhances nautical training in UAE
Wärtsilä has supplied its latest simulator technology to the Sharjah Maritime Academy in the United Arab Emirates. This advanced simulation facility, recently inaugurated, strengthens the academy's position as a global maritime training, innovation, research, and development... more
Get ready for ICS2
The EU's new import control system (ICS2) for security and risk prevention is entering its next phase, with implementation starting in June for sea freight imports from third countries. Shipping companies must implement the higher ICS2 requirements from 3 June to 4 December... more
A Welcome for three dollars
Elcome International has introduced ‘Welcome’, a new pay-as-you-go satellite internet service for ships and offshore installations worldwide, powered by Starlink. It offers high-speed, low-latency internet access without fixed monthly fees. Available in international waters... more
A new HQ for West Asia
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has established its new West Asia regional headquarters in Dubai, aiming to enhance its presence and growth in the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and East Africa markets. The new office will serve as the shipping line’s central hub for... more
Circular economy initiative in Belgium
The ports of Ostend and Liège have signed a letter of intent to increase collaboration and the exchange of information, particularly concerning the future dismantlement of offshore wind turbines in the North Sea. Belgium has about 1,500 onshore and offshore wind turbines,... more
Developing sustainable shipping corridors
The Port Authority of Bilbao and Portsmouth International Port have signed an MOU to collaborate on developing green and digital shipping corridors. The partners seek to boost freight and passenger transport between their ports, focusing on sustainable, efficient, and speedy... more
Digital transformation in maritime trade
Kale Info Solutions, a global provider of cloud-based community platforms for the logistics industry, has joined the American Association of Port Authorities (Aapa) to drive digital transformation in maritime trade. The partnership aims to optimise operations, address... more
Iraqis visit AD Ports
AD Ports Group, a global logistics facilitator, welcomed an Iraqi delegation to debate strategic transport and logistics issues. The delegation, led by Iraq's minister of transport, Razzaq Muhaibas Al-Saadawi, discussed projects aimed at international transport, logistics... more