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Port of the Future 2026: A Look Back, a Path Forward

Mar 04, 2026

A Quick Q&A with Port of the Future Founder and Event Director Kevin Clement on key differentiators and the value of attending, exhibiting and speaking at Port of the Future 2026:CLICK HERE to discover the conference line-up and to register for Port of the Future 2026 in Houston, March 23-25.Q: What inspired the creation of the Port of the Future Conference?The idea started in 2019 with Dr. Tony Ambler at the University of Houston…

Singapore Developing Master Maritime Plan

Mar 08, 2026

Amidst a more complex and uncertain operating environment, Singapore’s MPA is charting the long-term direction for Maritime Singapore. This includes developing strategies to seize growth opportunities and strengthen Singapore’s position as a key node in global trade…

Ports Welcome EU Strategy with Some Reservations

Mar 08, 2026

The European Commission launched its EU Ports Strategy on March 4, and Europe’s ports have welcome it, saying it recognizes the vital role ports are playing for Europe’s economy and society.“The EU Ports Strategy is based on a good understanding of what ports are…

Congressman Mike Ezell Receives AAPA’s 2026 Port Person of the Year Award

Mar 06, 2026

At this year’s annual Legislative Summit, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) proudly named U.S. Representative Mike Ezell (MS-04) as the 2026 Port Person of the Year for his commitment to the seaport and maritime industry. AAPA…

New "all about ports" Conference Highlights Port Infrastructure Development, Growth

Mar 05, 2026

Hamburg Messe und Congress is establishing 'all about ports' (September 2-3, 2026, Hamburg), an international conference with an accompanying exhibition. The event takes a comprehensive look at modern port infrastructure, technologies and processes…

Pilbara Ports Signs Ammonia Bunkering MoU

Mar 04, 2026

Australia’s Pilbara Ports has taken a step further towards development of a low-carbon ammonia bunkering hub in the Pilbara by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Yara Pilbara.The Yara Pilbara plant is one of the largest ammonia production facilities in the world…

EU Unveils Ports Strategy

Mar 04, 2026

The European Commission has adopted the EU Ports Strategy, a comprehensive framework to step up the competitiveness, resilience, security and sustainability of Europe’s ports.Ports are a cornerstone of the EU economy, handling around 74% of external trade…

Exxon to Send its First Fuel Shipment from US Gulf Coast to Australia

Mar 04, 2026

Exxon Mobil is set to ship around 600,000 barrels of fuel from the U.S. Gulf Coast to cover its own import requirements in Australia, the first such shipments by the oil major, four sources with knowledge of the matter said.The planned shipments…

Fujairah Bunker Prices Surge as Demand Shifts Elsewhere

Mar 03, 2026

Ship refuelling at Fujairah, a major bunkering center in the United Arab Emirates, has slowed after the U.S.-Iran conflict disrupted fuel shipments in the region, spurring a jump in prices and potentially shifting demand to other ports including Singapore…

America’s Maritime Action Plan Creates Opportunity for St. Louis Region

Mar 02, 2026

The advancement of the recently announced America’s Maritime Action Plan (MAP) is embraced by the ports in the bi-state St. Louis region as a unique opportunity to play a role in this comprehensive federal framework.  The MAP is a blueprint for rebuilding the nation’s maritime strength…

Cargill's Brazil Port Terminal Resumes Operations After Protests

Feb 26, 2026

U.S. grain trader Cargill is working to resume operations at its Santarem private port terminal in Brazil's Para state after the end of indigenous protests that forced the company to halt operations on the site, its press office told Reuters on Thursday…

Enstructure to Support Sims’ Houston Expansion

Feb 24, 2026

Enstructure, a leading U.S. terminal and logistics company, has announced the continuation and expansion of its long-term port services agreement with Sims Limited (Sims) following Sims’ acquisition of select Tri Coastal Trading (TCT) assets in Houston…

Panama Canal Port Workers Threatened with Prosecution After Contract Anulments

Feb 24, 2026

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison said on Tuesday Panama authorities had threatened its employees with criminal prosecution if they refused to leave two strategic canal ports at the centre of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and Washington…

Port of Virginia Earns 23rd Consecutive River Star Award

Feb 24, 2026

The Port of Virginia’s ongoing effort to help protect the health of the Elizabeth River has been recognized by a local organization dedicated to restoring and preserving the health of the river and Norfolk Harbor.The port recently received its 23rd consecutive River Star Business Award…

CK Hutchison Concessions Annulled for Two Ports Along the Panama Canal

Feb 23, 2026

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison said on Tuesday Panama authorities had threatened its employees with criminal prosecution if they defied orders to leave two strategic canal ports at the centre of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and Washington…

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Trump Weighs Easing Russia Sanctions

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Greek Vessel Laden with Saudi Oil Sails through Hormuz

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1M Barrels of Venezuelan Crude Headed to China

Windward Daily Brief March 6: 35 Hormuz Crossings in 4 Days, LPG Exports Fall

Windward Daily Brief March 6: 35 Hormuz Crossings in 4 Days, LPG Exports Fall

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