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SJB raises alarm over Colombo Port losing its position as regional shipping hub

The SJB yesterday raised concerns over continuing significant delays and congestion at the Colombo Port, already forcing some vessels to bypass it.The SJB has also warned that the vital money spinner, serving as a shipping hub to the sub-continent, is at …

Riding the Rails to Prosperity: Rail Freight Market Poised to Surpass USD 522.4 Billion by 2032

In the modern age of logistics, the rail freight industry is emerging as a cornerstone of global trade, poised to reach a staggering market valuation of USD 522.4 billion by 2032. With its inherent advantages of cost-efficiency, sustainability, and …

Russian FESCO Spills Beans On Volume Of Container Traffic Heading To Uzbekistan (Exclusive)

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 19. The Russian FESCO (Far-Eastern shipping Company) transportation group, as the sole operator of regular container trains between the port of Vladivostok and Tashkent, has transported more than 75,000 …

India, South Korea Join Hands To Capture Global Shipbuilding Market; Counter China’s 14 Years Of Absolute Dominance

The global demand for ships is rising as maritime trade expands and naval fleets undergo modernization. The sector also has national security implications. South Korea, one of the leading shipbuilders in the world, is exploring collaboration with Indian …

The missing piece in Port congestion and the freight crisis

80 The country’s container clearance backlog has plunged the logistics and freight forwarding industry into chaos, with delays, rising costs and outdated systems creating a ripple effect felt across the economy. Businesses are struggling to cope with the …

Truck driver flees after fallen container kills 1 person on N3, South Africans demand accountability

Investigations are underway to find a truck driver who fled the scene of a deadly crash on the N3, Pietermaritzburg The driver fled in his truck after a container fell off the vehicle onto the road, where two cars collided with it South Africans are …

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Jan 18

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, January 18th. On Saturday the Northumberland container ship is expected, on Monday the R/V Neil Armstrong research vessel …

Square Sails On The Winds Of Climate Change

Royal Clipper, the world's largest fully-rigged sailing ship, anchors off the island of Mayreau. Liz Hooper The sinews of a thousand ropes sing as sails wake from their slumber. Billowing into a canvas canopy, they pierce the horizon with a silhouette …

Noatum Maritime's Kazakh joint venture to order two container ships for Caspian Sea services

Noatum Maritime, the shipping arm of AD Ports Group previously known as Safeen, has revealed plans to order two container ships for its joint venture with Kazakhstan’s national shipping company. Noatum and Kazmortransflot, a subsidiary of KazMunayGas, the …

In 2024, FESCO increased container shipments of cars and components from China to Russia by 36%

Nato flotilla assembles off Estonia to protect undersea cables in Baltic Sea

A Nato flotilla likened to “the security camera of the Baltic” has assembled off the coast of Estonia as the military alliance seeks to protect European undersea cables and pipelines from sabotage. In a move that ratchets up a struggle with Russia over the …

Trump tariff threats fuel frontloading of trade shipments into U.S., led by China

Aerial view of the import and export container terminal of Longtan Port on December 26, 2024 in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province of China. Major ports on the Yangtze, China's longest river, are expected to post a total throughput of 4.02 billion tonnes of …

Loadstar Podcast | January 2025 | Container shipping 2025: Hapag-Lloyd outlook, Swire’s transpacific strategy and Scan ...

In this special episode of The Loadstar Podcast, host Mike King unpacks a turbulent start to the year for container shipping. With major developments like the averted US port strikes, new container shipping alliances and a wave of fresh regulations, the …

Cargo throughput of China's Ningbo-Zhoushan port ranks top globally in 2024

HANGZHOU, Jan. 18 (Xinhua) -- The Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in the eastern province of Zhejiang saw its cargo throughput exceed 1.37 billion tonnes in 2024, ranking first globally for the 16th consecutive year, according to the port. The port's container …

No resolution to container handling crisis at Durban port

A shortage of straddle carriers at Durban Port continues to disrupt operations, affecting the freight industry and delaying recovery efforts at the critical terminal. The freight industry has expressed concern at the adverse impact on business due to …

Container shipping demolition derby set to start

Shipbroker Braemar said in its first 2025 quarterly report: “It is likely that earnings may have peaked from 2024 highs and we could be entering a period of readjustment and alignment to more normalised trading conditions for liner companies.” It was …

Vessels face longer stays at Chattogram port

Vessels are facing unusually long stays at the General Cargo Berth (GCB) terminal of the Chattogram port as berth operators allegedly continue to adopt a go-slow tactic in container handling operations amidst a feud with shipping agents.  The issue arose …

Accidents, not Russian sabotage, behind undersea cable damage, officials say

(TeleGeography, Global Energy Monitor, OpenStreetMap via The Washington Post) LONDON — Ruptures of undersea cables that have rattled European security officials in recent months were likely the result of maritime accidents rather than Russian sabotage, …

WP: Russia is not behind cable breaks in the Baltic Sea

American and European intelligence agencies believe that the ruptures of submarine cables in the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland were caused by maritime accidents, not by Russian sabotage. This is reported by The Washington Post, citing sources. The …

Terminal Exchange Services, Inc. (TXS) Expands with Three New Secure Trailer Parking Facilities in California

CA, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Terminal Exchange Services, Inc. (TXS), the nation's leader in secure trailer parking and intermodal storage solutions, proudly announces the addition of three state-of-the-art …

LOBO Systems Expands Global Reach with Multi-Language Product Demonstration Videos

DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOBO Systems, a global leader in innovative, tool-free access platform solutions, has unveiled a significant upgrade to its Global Onboarding Strategy. To enhance …

ODeX Empowers India’s Maritime Industry with Digital Solutions for SCMTR Compliance

ODeX offers digital solutions to support SCMTR compliance, streamlining cargo documentation and enhancing efficiency as new regulations take effect across India MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

SkillsetGroup Celebrates Grand Opening of New Santa Ana Corporate Office

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Welcomes Local Leaders and Community Partners SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SkillsetGroup, a regional leader in staffing and workforce solutions, proudly held the grand opening of …

Residential Stucco Repairs and Finishes Address Curb Appeal and Structural Durability

Homeowners in Georgia are revitalizing their stucco exteriors with Advanced Stucco Repair’s expertise in restoration and maintenance solutions. CANTON, GA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners across Georgia are …

Cutting Edge Property Maintenance Supports the Upkeep of Downriver Michigan’s Outdoor Spaces

Cutting Edge Property Maintenance revitalizes homes and businesses in Downriver Michigan with expert landscaping, lawn care, and home services. TAYLOR, MI, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Downriver Michigan, where well- …

Blue Sky Logistics BV – Redefining Global Logistics with Precision and Excellence

Blue Sky Logistics BV offers global logistics and customs clearance solutions, combining cutting-edge tech and expertise to deliver seamless, reliable services. ROTTERDAM, SOUTH HOLLAND, NETHERLANDS, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue …

Hitachi Rail to acquire Omnicom, further strengthening its digital asset management business

Hitachi Rail agrees to acquire cutting-edge digital rail monitoring business Omnicom from international infrastructure group, Balfour Beatty Strategic acquisition of Omnicom complements the recent launch of Hitachi Rail’s HMAX digital asset management …

Reflecting on Australia’s First National Moving Day: A Tribute to Hardworking Removalists

Australia celebrated its first-ever National Moving Day on December 18, 2024, a day aimed at acknowledging the teams who working in this busy period. CAMMERAY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last month, Australia …

VAO Launches Game-Changing AI to Instantly Turn Phone Calls into Orders and Quotes

New AI phone-call capture slashes manual entry time, ensures accuracy, and elevates customer service for manufacturers and wholesalers. SAN FRANCISCO , CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VAO, a leader in AI-driven Order …

Immeubles Avenir lance Devenir Construction

Immeubles Avenir lance Devenir Construction : Bâtir un avenir radieux pour le paysage immobilier québécois MONTRéAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Immeubles Avenir, un groupe immobilier de premier plan établi à Montréal, …

Avenir Properties Launches Devenir Construction

Avenir Properties Launches Devenir Construction: Building a Bright Future for Quebec’s Real Estate Landscape MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Avenir Properties, a leading Montreal-based real estate group, proudly …

InCharge Appoints Rich Mohr as CEO, Cameron Funk as Executive Board Chair, Expands Fleet Charging Service and Support

InCharge announces leadership changes and expanded service, maintenance for cross-brand EV chargers to provide operational confidence for electric fleets. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InCharge Energy, …

Logipharma Annonce Les Evénements Marquants Du Programme Bien Rempli De Son 25e Anniversaire

Le programme de la 25e édition du salon LogiPharma est désormais disponible. LYON, FOREIGN, UNITED KINGDOM, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le programme de la 25e édition du salon LogiPharma est désormais disponible. Découvrez la liste …

Transworld Business Advisors of Eastern North Carolina Welcomes New Agent

Regional Business Brokerage Firm welcomes new agent, Anne Jones, on board. GREENVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transworld Business Advisors of Eastern North Carolina is thrilled to welcome Anne Jones to their …

TOOTRiS Partners with SMART to Deliver Groundbreaking Child Care Benefits for Union Members

SMART becomes the first building trades union to offer nationwide Child Care benefits, setting a historic precedent for working families SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TOOTRiS, the nation’s leading provider …

4PL Services Market In 2025: Projected to Exhibit USD 114 Billion Revenue by 2032

4PL Services market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing complexity in supply chains, demand for integrated logistics solutions, rising e-commerce UNITED KINGDOM, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Fourth-Party Logistics ( …

Helios AI Launches Climate Risk Supplier Assessment Tool

New tool empowers CPG procurement teams to pre-evaluate potential suppliers, avoiding costly mistakes and bolstering resilience of supply chains TYSONS, VA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helios Artificial Intelligence, a …

Targa Resources Corp. Announces Quarterly Dividend and Timing of Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Webcast

HOUSTON, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Targa Resources Corp. (NYSE: TRGP) ("Targa" or the "Company") announced its quarterly dividend on common shares with respect to the fourth quarter of 2024. Targa announced today that its board …

The Boxery Reveals Industry Trends in Corrugated Cardboard Shipping Boxes for 2025

E-commerce and logistics innovations drive trends in corrugated cardboard boxes, with a focus on sustainability, customization, and smart technology for 2025. NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The evolving landscape of e- …