Yearly Archives: 2023
U.S. Container Import Volumes Accelerate, Diverging from Pre-Pandemic Trend
In October 2023, U.S. container import volume increased from September 2023, moving significantly ahead of October 2019 imports. Instead of the peak season decline...
MSC And Maersk Unwind Transatlantic Fleets As Rates Hit New Low
The unraveling of MSC and Maersk’s 2M vessel-sharing Alliance (VSA) fleet is continuing ahead of the termination of the east-west trades cooperation, slated for...
Sustainability Skillset To Include Graphene-based Fouling Release Coatings
A seamless application of shipping’s first antifouling coating to successfully integrate highly durable graphene provides further evidence that Gibdock remains ahead of the curve...
IUMI Annual Stats Report Indicates Positive Growth for Marine Insurers
The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) has released its 2023 analysis of the global marine insurance market – the IUMI Stats Report.
This annual...
Port of Kalundborg Takes Firm Net-Zero Step
The Port of Kalundborg, Denmark, has announced it will electrify all cranes in its deep-water container terminal within seven months to further lift the...
Sales Terms May Have Crucial Safety Implications, Warns TT Club
With the primary goal of ensuring the safety of the global supply chain, international freight insurer TT Club draws attention to the critical question...
AI Revolutionization: Navigating the Future With Data & Technology
The maritime industry has embarked on a journey of transformation, driven by the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics. This revolution is...
Near Miss: Load Lifted Without Notice Putting Crew in the Line of Fire
IMCA reports of a near miss incident where load lifted without notice putting crew in the line of fire.
What happened
During cargo operation at an...
Russia’s Oil Exports Revised Down As Refiners Plan To Increase Runs
Russia’s oil exports from its western ports, Primorsk, Ust-Luga and Novorossiisk, have been revised down from previous estimates as refiners plan to increase runs...
Navigating Waves of Innovation: Studio 30 50’s MaritimeTech Venture
Application for Studio 30 50 in 2024 maritime tech venture cohort in Singapore. It focuses on solopreneurs and tech startups seeking attention from potential advisors,...