CMA CGM-operated ship targeted by Houthis for second time
UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said in an incident report that on 30 August, around 17:00 UTC, two missiles exploded near the 2002-built 2,500 TEU Groton, 130 nautical miles east of Aden. UKMTO said, “The master reports all crew members are safe and proceeding to the next port of call. Investigations are ongoing. Vessels are […]
NWSA strengthens global ties with new representative in Vietnam
The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) announced the selection of United Base, as its official representative in Vietnam. This strategic partnership is set to bolster NWSA’s presence in this critical market, further enhancing trade opportunities between the Pacific Northwest and Vietnam. Vietnam, NWSA’s third-largest trading partner, has become an essential part of the Seattle and Tacoma […]
Singapore Airlines places capacity on CargoAi’s booking portal
Singapore Airlines has placed its capacity on CargoAi’s online booking portal, CargoMART to enable forwarders to book airfreight shipments through the platform. The airline’s decision will open up its capacity to more than 16,000 freight forwarders across more than 130 countries who regularly use CargoMART. With the addition of Singapore Airlines’ airfreight services, CargoMART users […]
DP World acquires Cargo Services Far East
DP World has completed the acquisition of Hong Kong-headquartered Cargo Services Far East Ltd to expand into retail and fashion logistics and grow its airfreight business. Logistics service provider, Cargo Services employs over 2,500 people in Greater China and across Asia, Europe, South Africa and the US. Founded in 1989, Cargo Services offers origin purchase […]
DP World acquires Cargo Services Far East, bolsters retail & fashion logistics solutions
DP World has acquired Cargo Services Far East Ltd – a global supply chain provider headquartered in Hong Kong. Cargo Services is a market leader in origin services – moving goods from the factory floor to the customer’s door. It employs over 2,500 people in Greater China and across Asia, Europe, South Africa and the […]
COSCO invests in 42 new bulk carriers
On 30 August, COSCO SHIPPING Development finalized a major agreement to invest in, construct, and lease 42 bulk carriers. This agreement represents the largest shipbuilding and leasing transaction since the company transitioned into a shipping and finance operator in 2016. Under the terms of the agreement, COSCO-affiliated COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry will be responsible for […]
Hapag-Lloyd to test Inmarsat Maritime’s NexusWave service
Inmarsat Maritime has announced that global container shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd is among the first to test NexusWave, a service that integrates multiple satellite networks into a unified connectivity solution. This trial is expected to support Hapag-Lloyd’s need for a robust connectivity solution that addresses growing communication and security needs, as well as the increasing expectations […]
Wärtsilä Water & Waste collaborates with DHL to elevate supply chain efficiency
Wärtsilä Water & Waste, a division of the Wärtsilä technology group, has announced a new partnership with DHL Supply Chain. Under this agreement, DHL will oversee the warehousing and logistical operations for spare parts, aiming to further enhance the efficiency of Wärtsilä Water & Waste’s supply chain and bolster operational capabilities in anticipation of the […]
DOF CSV gets decommissioning work off Australia
Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won a new contract award for subsea decommissioning services in the Asia-Pacific region. The contract award includes project management, engineering, logistics support, and execution of decommissioning activities utilising the 2010-built construction support vessel (CSV) Skandi Hercules. The offshore campaign will be conducted in Western Australian waters and is expected […]
BERG, CMA CGM, Reederei Rambow partner for boxhsip retrofit project
A collaboration between Swedish manufacturer of controllable-pitch propellers BERG Propulsion, French ocean carrier CMA CGM, and German ship owner Reederei Rambow has played a crucial role in significantly enhancing the efficiency of an 868 TEU boxship. The 2007-built Henneke Rambow has been revitalized and now ranks among the top performers in its class. As part […]