MSC implements peak season surcharges from North Europe to Americas
Due to strong demand from North Europe, including the United Kingdom and Scanbaltic, to the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Bahamas, MSC has decided to introduce a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) as follows: For the US, Puerto Rico and Bahamas ports of destination, the PSS will be charged at: US$800/20DV US$1,000/40DV-HC US$1,500/REEFER For […]
Inchcape Shipping Services opens new office in Phillipines
Inchcape Shipping Services, a provider of port agencies and maritime solutions, announced the opening of its new office in Manila, Philippines. This expansion enhances the company’s service capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region and reinforces Inchcape’s global presence and commitment to exceptional service. The new Manila office will oversee operations at major Philippine ports such as […]
OneStop to implement container management solutions at Port of Newcastle
OneStop, a supply chain optimisation solution provider, has entered a strategic partnership with the Port of Newcastle to transform the port’s container freight operations. Starting from 5 August, the cutting-edge OneStop Modal and Vehicle Booking System (VBS) solutions will be implemented at the Australian port. OneStop’s advanced solutions are expected to revolutionise the Port of […]
Port of Tacoma adopts renewable diesel “R99”
Since May, the Port of Tacoma has been using a renewable diesel known as R99—a fuel that can be used in any diesel engine without needing equipment upgrades. The “99” in R99 indicates that the fuel is 99% renewable. “You just make the choice today, put it in your tank, and you’re on your way […]
Air Incheon gains support for Asiana cargo bid
Air Incheon’s plan to acquire Asiana Airlines’ cargo business is gaining momentum with reports that Hyundai Glovis may invest in a consortium led by the airline. Republic of Korea (ROK)-based logistics company Hyundai Glovis said it is considering an investment after Air Incheon was named as the preferred bidder for Asiana Airlines’ cargo business in June. […]
Kent wins global commissioning services deal with Shell
Energy giant Shell has awarded energy services group Kent a global three-year enterprise framework agreement. The contract is for the provision of commissioning and start-up services across various onshore and offshore projects as well as a wide range of energy sectors, including oil, gas, and new energy initiatives. Kent will support Shell’s project portfolio with […]
Carousel Logistics acquires Logik Logistics International
Carousel Logistics, a part of the DANX Carousel Group, has acquired Logik Logistics International (Logik), a specialist in time-critical, scheduled, and 24/7 on-demand logistics solutions. “This acquisition not only expands our time-critical logistics capabilities but also strengthens our on-demand / ad-hoc service platform, enabling us to better serve our customers’ needs,” stated Lars Ryssel, Managing […]
Houthis assault another CMA CGM-operated ship
A fire broke out on a container vessel operated by CMA CGM after it was hit by several Houthi missiles on 3 August. The 2002-built, 2,500 TEU vessel Groton had armed guards on board and is chartered from Greek owner Conbulk Shipmanagement. Groton was sailing from Jebel Ali to Djibouti at the time of the […]
Kuehne+Nagel announces new leadership in Japan
Kuehne+Nagel, one of the largest freight forwarders in the world, has appointed Yutaka Matsuyoshi as the company’s Managing Director for Japan, effective 1 August 2024. His predecessor, Cedric Dulong, will now focus on Kuehne+Nagel’s Japan Development Program, which aims to enhance the country’s role in international commerce. Yutaka Matsuyoshi brings 25 years of extensive experience […]
Antong fixes out four boxships to Sinotrans Container Lines
China’s Antong Holdings has fixed out four boxships to compatriot Sinotrans Container Lines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES), for international trade. Of the four vessels, two – the 2018-built Renjian Fuzhou and the 2019-built Renjian Dalian – have a 2,444 teu capacity while the other two – the 2006-built Haisu 6 […]