FMC secures $ 1.35 m in shipping penalties 
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) recently settled two enforcement cases, collecting a total of $ 1,350,000 in civil penalties from a vessel-operating carrier and an NVOCC. Hyundai Glovis, based in Seoul, paid $ 1.3 m after allegations that it violated the Shipping Act by... more
Matson launches whale detection tech
Matson has partnered with WhaleSpotter to deploy a ground-breaking whale detection system developed by WHOI, marking the first use of this technology in container shipping. The system utilises thermal imaging and AI to detect whales up to three nautical miles away, providing... more
Valencia port trials walkable solar panels
Fundación Valenciaport has launched an innovative pilot project at the port of Valencia as part of the European Renewport initiative aimed at fostering energy transition and renewable energy in Mediterranean ports. The project involves installing 26 walkable solar panels on the... more
Konecranes delivers electric RTGs to Slovenian port
Luka Koper, Slovenia's sole cargo port and a key gateway to central and eastern Europe, has placed a repeat order for four additional electric rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes from Konecranes. This follows their 2024 order of four similar units, with delivery scheduled for the... more
AD Ports and CMA CGM expand Khalifa port
AD Ports Group has signed an agreement with CMA CGM Group to nearly double the capacity of their joint terminal at Khalifa Port, less than a year after its opening. The USD 115 m expansion, scheduled for completion in early 2028, will increase the terminal's capacity from 1.8 ,... more
Global leaders convene for maritime trade resilience
The International Chamber of Shipping, in collaboration with Hong Kong's Transport and Logistics Bureau and Shipowners Association, hosted the second Global Maritime Trade Summit in Hong Kong amid rising geopolitical tensions. The summit focused on building resilient supply... more
Samskip launches direct Morocco–Europe service
Samskip has launched a new direct shortsea service connecting Agadir and Casablanca with the UK and Netherlands, revolutionising Moroccan exports and European trade. The weekly sailings support a variety of cargo types, including fresh produce, automotive parts and chemicals,... more
Maritime safety gaps emerge with EV boom
The surge in electric vehicle (EV) shipments is exposing significant gaps in maritime safety regulations, with high-profile vessel fires underscoring the risks of lithium-ion battery combustion. Current IMO guidelines are inadequate to address these hazards, and comprehensive... more
HHLA supports e-truck use
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has introduced a pilot initiative allowing electric trucks to operate without fixed time slots at Hamburg's container terminals, a move to promote environmentally friendly supply chains. During the pilot phase until mid-2026, a new category... more
Spanish ports lead in PERS certification
Valencia, Santander, and Castellón ports have achieved recertification under the EcoPorts PERS environmental standard, highlighting their commitment to sustainability. Valencia, a long-standing member since 2004, has received its eighth PERS certificate, while Santander, a... more