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Shipping Containerization Marks 70 Years, Revolutionizing Global Economy and Reshaping Newark

Apr 28, 2026

Ask a hundred people what they believe to be the modern world’s most impactful inventions, and you’ll get a hundred different answers. The lightbulb. The smartphone. Antibiotics. Coffee.Allow me to propose a completely different answer: The shipping container.None of those previous answers get very far without the humble shipping container. It’s what you’re wearing. It’s what you’re sitting on. It’s the coffee in your mug and the phone in your pocket…

Contship Introduces First Electric Port Tractor into Operations

14 hours ago

Contship takes another concrete step towards decarbonization with the introduction of the first fully electric port tractor at La Spezia Container Terminal (LSCT). The new vehicle will be operated by Hannibal for internal shuttle activities within the terminal…

UAE Ports Become Country's Lifeline as Gulf Trade Remains Fragile

May 06, 2026

At the UAE port of Fujairah, conveyor belts offloaded grain from bulk carriers on Wednesday, while crude oil flowed through pipes and onto tankers berthed along its quay.Dozens of loaded trucks lined up near the port and others parked outside waiting their turn…

Sentinel Midstream to Begin Building Texas Deepwater Oil Export Port

May 05, 2026

Oil transportation and storage company Sentinel Midstream said on Tuesday it would immediately begin construction of its deepwater oil export project off the Texas coast, marking the first development of a large-scale export project in the United States in years…

Call Opens for Startups to Participate in the 6th Valenciaport Hackathon

May 05, 2026

Opentop, the innovation hub of Valenciaport, has launched the open call for international startups to participate in the 6th edition of the Valenciaport Hackathon. Registrations are open until May 25th at opentop.es to take part in this on-site…

Former MARAD Deputy Administrator Sang Yi Appointed AAPA President, CEO

May 04, 2026

The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) Board of Directors announced the appointment of Sang Yi as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 4.Most recently, Yi served as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD)…

Russian Attack Hits Port Infrastructure

May 01, 2026

A Russian drone attack overnight damaged port infrastructure in Ukraine's southern Odesa region and wounded two people in the city of Odesa, regional governor Oleh Kiper said on Friday.In Odesa, an apartment was destroyed and the roof caught fire following strikes on a 16-storey building…

Port Snared in US-China Dispute, says Panama President

May 01, 2026

Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said his country maintains a positive relationship with China despite being caught up in a dispute between the Asian superpower and the U.S., and defended Panama's takeover of port contracts held by Hong Kong's CK Hutchison…

Asia Pacific Ports Collaborate Cross-Sector to Advance Hydrogen, E-Fuel Readiness

Apr 30, 2026

Accelleron, a leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions in the marine and energy industries, highlights how Asia Pacific ports are building early foundations for green hydrogen-based e-fuel markets through coordinated cross-sector action in its most recent report…

Two New Post-Panamax Cranes Arrive at Port Tampa Bay

Apr 29, 2026

Two new post-Panamax ship-to-shore (STS) gantry cranes have arrived at Port Tampa Bay, where installation will soon begin as part of the port’s ongoing container terminal expansion. Both cranes are expected to be operational by the end of 2026…

Paulo Ruy Tung Appointed as Senior VP Commercial at Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America

Apr 28, 2026

Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) Latin America has announced the appointment of Paulo Ruy Tung Pedroso as its new Senior Vice President Commercial for the region, effective June 1, 2026.The Paulo Ruy Tung Pedroso holds a Bachelor’s degree in…

World’s First Ammonia Port-to-Ship Bunkering for Commercial Vessels Completed at Ulsan Port

Apr 27, 2026

The Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) announced the successful completion of the world’s first ammonia bunkering operation for an ammonia dual-fuel gas carrier at Ulsan Port on April 23, 2026.This milestone builds on Ulsan Port’s earlier achievements…

Tuapse Port Fire Extinguished Days After Ukrainian Drone Attack

Apr 24, 2026

A fire at Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse has been extinguished, local authorities said on Friday, days after it broke out following a Ukrainian drone attack on April 20.'The fire at the maritime terminal in Tuapse has been completely extinguished…

Port of Antwerp-Bruges Reports Weak Start to the Year

Apr 23, 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Port of Antwerp‑Bruges handled 65.5 million tons of maritime cargo, a decrease of 3.2% compared to the same period last year.After a weak start in January and February, throughput recovered in March. General cargo (-4…

18 Grain Ships Delayed at Quequen Port by Trucker Protest

Apr 23, 2026

At least 18 boats faced delays loading grain and oilseed cargoes at Argentina's Quequen port due to a protest staged by a small group of truckers, port data showed on Thursday, as exporters estimated losses in the hundreds of millions of dollars…

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Contship Introduces First Electric Port Tractor into Operations

Contship Introduces First Electric Port Tractor into Operations

ABS, HD KSOE Collaborate for Digital Shipbuilding, Vessel Intelligence

ABS, HD KSOE Collaborate for Digital Shipbuilding, Vessel Intelligence

UTC Overseas, Transoceanic Launch US Gulf Coast Logistics Joint Venture

UTC Overseas, Transoceanic Launch US Gulf Coast Logistics Joint Venture

US Container Imports Fall 3.2% in April, Descartes Reports

US Container Imports Fall 3.2% in April, Descartes Reports

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