Blocked by China, Vale ships head for Philippines
China's port closures have forced Vale iron ore vessels to dock in the Philippines
Sectors - Sea Freight & Ports
Paragon report examines dry bulk shipping
DryShips and Genco Shipping & Trading the subject of Paragon's report on the dry bulk shipping industry
UK supply chain threatened in Middle East, Africa
Somali pirate activity in Africa and Iran's threats of cutting off the Strait of Hormuz pose a problem for the UK's supply chain activity
Kuehne + Nagel wins a pair of supply chain awards
Logistics leader Kuehne + Nagel wins 'Sea Freight Forwarder of the Year' and 'Supply Chain Risk Management' awards for Asia-Pacific excellence
Occupy Wall Street protesters disrupt U.S. ports
Oakland, Portland and Longview ports suffer shipping disruptions caused by Occupy Wall Street protesters
Maersk warns of container shipping overcapacity
Global container shipping environment "not an environment for small operators with weak balance sheets," Maersk CEO says
Coast Guard proposes California new shipping lanes
In fear of endangering whales, U.S. Coast Guard publishes a proposal to narrow Channel Island shipping lanes
Shipping and Sensors, Part One
Jesse Bonfeld of Sherborne Sensors talks marine sensor technology, and how they're a growing part of the shipping industry
Report shows Great Lakes shipping value
Martin Associates study says Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway shipping supports 227,000 jobs in the U.S. and Canada
Melting polar ice opens new Arctic shipping routes
Northern shippers are saving time and carbon emissions with Arctic ice levels at the second-lowest recorded point in history
U.S. container shipping volume falls in Q2
Second quarter container shipping falls in the United States after a promising first quarter
Syrian uprising deals ocean shipping a major blow
Port volumes continue dropping in ocean freight shipping hubs in Syria because of unrest and supply chain uncertainty
What Panama Canal's Expansion means for Eastern ports
What does the Panama Canal Expansion mean for U.S. ports on the East Coast? Supply Chain Digital breaks it down
Vale won't sell iron ore ships
The world's largest iron ore producer, Vale, says it won't sell back 18 very large ore carriers for less than market value
COSCO hurt by global shipping slip
China-owned COSCO puts pressure on nation and ship-owners to recover from global shipping downturn
Top Container Shipping Lines in the World
Supply Chain Digital breaks down the world's largest container shipping companies
Container shipping capacity set to outgrow demand
Ocean freight leaders like Maersk and COSCO will likely see shipping capacity outgrow trade demand
DryShips agrees to buy OceanFreight in shipping merger
Seeking a larger capesize fleet, dry cargo shipper DryShips acquires OceanFreight for $118M
FedEx offers three new ocean freight options
FedEx Trade Networks announced that it is offering three new shipping options for ocean freight services
IMO lays down new green shipping measures
The International Maritime Organization agrees to new 'green' ocean freight rules to cut shipping carbon emissions
Purfresh Transport aids ocean pineapple shipping
Perishable ocean freight cargoes like pineapple are offered a helping hand to reach new markets thanks to Purfresh Transport
GEMS, U-Log officially join forces
Mutual collaboration expands existing GEMS, U-LOG agreement to offer Oil & Gas logistics solutions to Mexico and South America
Terrorists Attack Global Supply Chains Every Four Days
At a global security summit, BSI addressed threats and resources and launched a new defense intelligence tool
Analysts: Japan Disaster Worst Supply Chain Impact Ever
Experts at IHS iSuppli say Japan's earthquake and tsunami have caused historic supply damage
Total Container Trade Falls on Declining Asia Shipments
The trade intelligence company revealed that import shipment volume was up 12.84 percent over October 2009.
However, total number of shipments declined 2.72 percent from September and increased 10.23 percent over the previous October.
China-Japan 'Ship Collision Video' Leaked on YouTube
Video footage apparently showing a tense maritime incident between China and Japan two months ago was posted on YouTube early Friday, 5 November 2010, threatening to further inflame a bitter row between the Asian giants.
CMA CGM Trials New Eco-Containers
The new eco-containers are manufactured with non-wood composite flooring, called Eko-Flor.
The CMA CGM Group has a strong commitment to environmental protection and was the first company to launch bamboo floored eco-containers back in 2005.
PD Ports Recognized for ‘Portcentric Logistics'
The UK’s fourth largest port won the Supply Chain Partnership Award, which is meant to recognize the company which best “brings the customer competitive advantage, specifically in the areas of reduced cost, improved reliability and flexibility”.
French Ports Blocked as Strikers Rage on
The oil depot at Fos-sur-Mer, the biggest in the south of France, is back in the hands of union members opposed to President Nicolas Sarkozy's plans to raise France's retirement age.
A force of around 200 demonstrators blocked off several petrol tankers as riot police looked on, helplessly.
Pirates Seize Ships in Indian Ocean
Pirates have captured one of the Beluga-based shipping company’s charted cargo ships in the Indian Ocean, it has been confirmed.
Freight Ship and Passenger Ferry in Crash
The vessel “ran over” the ferry in a canal near Amsterdam, reported Dutch state broadcaster NOS, and some passengers had hit the water.
There have been no immediate reports of injuries in the accident but the ferry has capsized and is said to be floating upside down.
Humber Port Plans Approved
Councillors have approved plans for the £100m redevelopment of 1,500 acres of land on the south bank of the River Humber.
The plan is to include the creation of transport depots, warehousing and external storage areas, offices, a business park and motel.
The application by major landowner Able UK is set to create around 5,000 jobs.
CMA CGM Upgrades U.S. and Europe Services
The New Victory Bridge service links North Europe to U.S. South Atlantic, Mexico and the U.S. Gulf.
The service previously operated in cooperation with MSC and has been launched in partnership with CSAV.
It will deploy five vessels of 3,000 teus – three CMA CGM vessels and two CSAV vessels.
North Sea Collision Causes Fuel Spill
According to reports, the Mindoro tanker had a 16ft hole close to the water line causing it to leak kerosene.
The incident took place approximately 20 miles off the coast of Holland, near Scheveningen, at around 7am local time.
Reuters reported that oil was floating on the water over an area of 3km to 0.5km following the collision.
PD Ports Awarded 10 Year Tea Imports Contract
The contract was confirmed following a 12 month trial, during which PD Ports handled 50 percent of Taylors’ tea and coffee UK imports through Teesport on the north east coast.
The long-term handling contract will secure around 10 jobs.
CMA CGM PEGASUS christened in Malta
CMA CGM, the world’s third largest container shipping Group has announced the christening of the 11,400-TEU CMA CGM PEGASUS at Malta Freeport Terminal, Port of Marsaxlokk. The Prime Minister, Hon Lawrence Gonzi was present at the event, alongside his wife Mrs. Catherine Gonzi, godmother of the vessel.
FTA Hails U.S. Shipping Bill to Eliminate Cartels
The Bill was tabled by Congressmen Oberstar and Cummings on 23 September, and should abolish cartel activity, including price fixing, liner conferences and discussion agreements in U.S. liner shipping markets.
It has been said that the Bill marks a significant step in a process that the U.S. National Industrial Transportation League (NITL) and FTA initiated in 1992.
GAC Australia appoints new Commercial Manager
GAC Australia provides ship agency and maritime ancillary services support to local and overseas customers at locations including Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Gladstone and Brisbane in Queensland, Sydney (country headquarters); and Newcastle and Port Kembla in New South Wales.
Vessel Sharing Rewards
Aberdeen Marine Logistics Alliance (AMLA) – a North-east based vessel sharing organisation – is set to record in excess of £1.5 million worth of savings for its members after its operations doubled in frequency during the first half of 2010.
Shipping Giants Join Forces to Fight Naval Piracy
CMA CMG, MSC and Maersk Line – the world’s three largest container shipping companies – have joined forces to fight piracy in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. They are enforcing Best Management Practices to promote safe sailing in the area where Somali pirates continue to attack and hijack vessels.
Legal Eagle Takes Off to Protect Shippers
Independent shipping information portal, Shipper’s Voice announced on Thursday, 16 September that it will be launching a new section on its website called Legal Eagle to help shippers better protect themselves against legal problems and pitfalls.
Maersk Line Shipping Clears the Asian Air
Danish business conglomerate Maersk has begun to freshen the air over Asia by switching the fuel they use for their ships to a cleaner alternative. Maersk Line vessels began using a low-sulfur fuel in engines while they are docked in Hong Kong. This environmentally friendly move made Maersk the first company to voluntarily switch their fuel in Asia.
M+R Spedag Group to integrate PL Shipping
As of September 1, 2010, PL Shipping & Logistics Pvt Ltd will become part of the M+R Spedag Group.
It is hoped that through this strategic acquisition, the Group will gain access to the fast growing Indian market, creating synergies for both entities.
CMA CGM Group releases first-half 2010 results
The financial statements of worldwide container shipping group CMA CGM reveal a recovery in business in late 2009, which gains further momentum in the first six months of 2010.
GAC Group acquires Finnish ship agency
JNN is a subsidiary of the John Nurminen Group and annually handles up to 3,000 ship calls at all major Finnish commercial sea ports directly through its offices in Helsinki, Porvoo, Kotka, Turku, Naantali and Rauma.
PD Ports' Catterick named Chairman, Humber CILT
Catterick has been appointed to the role of Chairman of Humber CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport).
Shippers' Voice challenges use of large ships
The information portal has questioned whether the continued introduction of ever-larger ships is of any benefit to exporters and importers.
Managing Partner, Dr. Andrew Traill, has stated that the “recent celebrations” surrounding the introduction of the first few of eight 13,800 TEU ships by CMA CGM will be shared by its customers.
Oiltanking to operate Port Neches terminal
Under the term lease agreement with Motiva Enterprises, Oiltanking will operate the terminal effective August 1, 2010.
As part of the lease, Oiltanking will upgrade the existing assets at the terminal and build 600,000 barrels of new tank capacity.
Rand Logistics enhances vessel operating efficiency
The company will convert its last steam powered vessel, the SS Michipicoten, to diesel power, consistent with the engine replacement completed on the Saginaw in 2008.
The vessel will be taken out of service in December 2010 and is expected to be fully operational by the spring of 2011.
FreightWatch closes $10m growth equity investment
Following an increase in global cargo theft, the logistics security solutions industry has seen unprecedented growth.
Barry Conlon, CEO of FreightWatch International, the global security provider, said: “This new partnership, in combination with our strong cash flow, allows FreightWatch to build upon the significant growth we have experienced in recent years.
