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Valenciaport Imports/Exports Rise, Offsetting Drop in Transhipment

Jul 22, 2025

The volume of full containers carrying goods entering or leaving Spain via the docks of Valenciaport continues to rise, helping offset the decline in transhipment containers—those that call at Valenciaport en route to other international destinations…

Port of Barcelona Enhances Security and Efficiency With Genetec Technology

Jul 22, 2025

Genetec Inc., a leader in enterprise physical security software, announced that the Port of Barcelona has successfully implemented Genetec Security Center, improving the port’s safety, efficiency, and operational capabilities.As one of the Mediterranean’s major logistics hubs…

New BIMCO Clause Addresses USTR Actions

Jul 22, 2025

The Documentary Committee of BIMCO adopted a standard clause aimed at addressing contractual uncertainties that may arise from the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) Notice of Actions to impose fees on Chinese-related ships calling US ports…

Bergink Tapped to Head Alfa Laval Marine Division

Jul 22, 2025

Alfa Laval announced that Martijn Bergink has been appointed President of the Marine Division, effective September 1, 2025. This is in addition to his current roles as President of Business Unit Pumping Systems in the Marine Division and Managing Director of Framo…

Israel Attacks Houthi Targets in Hodeidah Port

Jul 21, 2025

The Israeli military attacked Houthi targets in Yemen's Hodeidah port on Monday in its latest assault on the Iran-backed militants, who have been striking ships bound for Israel and launching missiles against it.Israeli Defence Minister Israel…

Britlift Launches New All-In-One Container Lifting System

Jul 21, 2025

A new all-in-one package aims to make it quicker, safer and easier to lift shipping containers.The boxed 10-ton container lifting system from Britlift includes its T13 modular spreader beam, plus all the necessary shackles, CLB container lifting lugs…

Port Houston Surpasses 2 Million TEUs in June, Looks Ahead to Maritime Conference

Jul 18, 2025

Port Houston marked a milestone in June, surpassing 2 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) handled year-to-date. Container volumes for the month totaled 331,864 TEUs, a 2% dip compared to the same month last year, but volumes remain up 3% year-to-date at 2…

Greek-Managed Tankers Divert Around Africa to Avoid Red Sea Attacks

Jul 18, 2025

Several Greek-managed tankers transporting Russian oil to Asia are increasingly avoiding the Red Sea, opting instead for the longer route around Africa, due to escalating security threats from Houthi attacks, three oil traders and LSEG shipping data show…

Global Shipping's Q3 Outlook Centers on Geopolitical Instability (again)

Jul 18, 2025

Current global economic and geopolitical landscapes are shaped by several key uncertainties. Tensions between Israel and Iran, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz, pose risks to regional stability and energy supply routes. Similarly…

Tideworks Technology’s Traffic Control Solution Deployed at Florida International Terminal

Jul 17, 2025

Tideworks Technology Inc. (Tideworks), a full-service provider of terminal operating system (TOS) solutions, announced the successful deployment and impact of Traffic Control at Florida International Terminal (FIT), a leading port operator in South Florida…

Port of Oakland June Container Volume Declines Due to Global Uncertainties

Jul 17, 2025

Port of Oakland container volume declined in June as shippers and carriers adjust to softening demand and ongoing tariff uncertainty. The Port handled 168,460 TEUs (twenty-foot containers), down 10.1% from May, and 12.8% from June 2024, when 193…

DP World Expands Black Sea Operations, Halving Romania-Turkey Shipping Times

Jul 17, 2025

Dubai-owned ports and logistics company DP World has cut shipping times between Romania and Turkey by half, a senior executive said, as it expands its Black Sea operations at the European Union's eastern border.DP World more than doubled its…

Basque Government Minister of Industry Welcomes New Port of Bilbao President

Jul 17, 2025

Mikel Jauregi, Basque Government Minister of Industry, has held an initial meeting at the headquarters of the Bilbao Port Authority with Iván Jiménez, the new president, and Ricardo Barkala, the outgoing president, who has held the position since July 2018 and who stepped down yesterday…

Georgia Ports, Konecranes Celebrate 30-Year Yard Crane Partnership

Jul 16, 2025

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) and Konecranes are celebrating 30 years since the purchase of GPA’s first rubber tire gantry crane, marking a milestone in port operations and yard crane innovation.During a meeting at the Konecranes headquarters in Finland…

PPG Completes 100th Dry Docking Using Electrostatic Coating Application

Jul 16, 2025

PPG announced the 100th dry docking performed using electrostatic application for marine hull coatings. PPG completed the project on the MV Colossus, a 287-meter bulk carrier owned by Enterprises Shipping and Trading S.A. at CUD Weihai Shipyard Co…

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