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CMA CGM, Copersucar and Bunker One Complete First Bioethanol Bunkering of a Deep-Sea Containership in Brazil, at the Port of Santos
Initiative positions Brazil at the forefront of maritime decarbonization, demonstrating bioethanol as a competitive solution for sustainable shipping Highlights CMA CGM IRON was supplied with bioethanol at the Port of Santos in the first bunkering operation o…

An appeals court upheld the FMC's ruling barring ocean carriers from charging detention fees when port closures make equipment returns impossible.
MSC will not have monopoly at Vizhinjam, officials cite Ennore port operations
Adani says MSC’s TIL won’t get an exclusive terminal at Vizhinjam Port; it will share revenue via its Rs 13,000cr stake as the port stays open to all lines.

CMA CGM Ship Hit By Missile In Hormuz Strait May Go For Scrapping
PARIS, July 3 (Reuters) – A CMA CGM container ship struck by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz in early May is so badly damaged that the French shipping group may send it for...
PARIS: A CMA CGM container ship struck by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz in early May is so badly damaged that the French shipping group may send it for scrappin

The development comes at a time when the Centre seeks to position India as a global hub for container manufacturing under its maritime self-reliance strategy.

DCM Shriram builds India’s first sea cargo container, bags 1,000 unit order from Maersk
While Indian companies manufacture containers used for rail transport, they lacked the expertise and scale to deliver boxes for ocean liners
Maersk places order for 1,000 shipping containers with DCM Shriram Group
Global shipping giant AP Moller-Maersk has ordered 1,000 more India-made shipping containers from DCM Shriram Group. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the first such container, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in maritime manufacturin…

CMA CGM deploys world's largest LNG-powered container ship on Asia-Europe route
Europe is investing in ever larger, cleaner container ships at a time when maritime sovereignty and supply-chain resilience have become strategic priorities.

The carrier now expects global container volumes to grow 4 percent in 2026, reflecting stronger-than-anticipated market demand, particularly in Asia.

Maersk Raises 2026 Earnings Outlook as Container Market Strength Continues
A.P. Moller-Maersk has sharply upgraded its financial guidance for 2026, citing stronger-than-expected demand in the global container shipping market and a sustained rise in spot freight rates, particularly on trades...

Maersk Boosts Outlook on Stronger-Than-Expected Container Demand
A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S upgraded its profit outlook for this year, citing solid demand especially in Asia and a global container market that looks to stay healthy for the rest of the year.

German Shipping Giant Warns Strait of Hormuz Chaos Is the ‘New Normal’
German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd said on Sunday that chaos is the “new normal” in the Strait of Hormuz, with the constant threat of Iranian attacks looming, even though the regime in Tehran supposedly agreed to reopen the strait in the Memorandum of Understa…

Shipping giant warns Strait of Hormuz chaos is 'new normal' as Tehran shifts 4M barrels
Hapag-Lloyd warns of a "new normal" in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. and Iranian strikes escalate and conflicting routing directives create chaos.

The strike on the Ever Lovely prompted the IMO to pause its vessel evacuation process, renewing uncertainty over shipping through the conflict-ridden Strait of Hormuz.

MSHS Pacific Power Group Awarded Major U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command Contract
HOUSTON, June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MSHS Pacific Power Group, an Industrial Service Solutions Company, announced the award of a U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command (MSC) multiple-awardee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide gl…

Since the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 expanded its authority, the commission has levied millions in penalties against top ocean carriers.

MSC Confirms Containership Was Hit Twice by Projectiles Off Iraq
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) says its containership MSC Sariska V was struck by two projectiles while departing Iraq’s Port of Umm Qasr on Sunday, confirming one of the most serious attacks on...

Cargo ship struck by ‘unknown projectile’ along Iran, Kuwait border in the Persian Gulf
The Panama-flagged MSC Sariska V cargo ship suffered a "large explosion" along the Iran-Kuwait border on Monday just as Iran fired attacks on a US base near the area.

Oman Warns of Suspected Floating Mine in Hormuz, Reinforcing Shipping Industry Fears
Oman’s Maritime Security Centre (MSC) on Saturday issued a navigation warning after a floating object suspected to be a naval mine was sighted within Omani territorial waters near the Strait...

NSIB probes Bonny ship collision after oil spill
The NSIB has launched an investigation into the Bonny ship collision between MV Maersk Valparaiso and MT Lady Martina, which caused an oil spill. Read More: https://punchng.com/nsib-probes-bonny-ship-collision-after-oil-spill/

CMA CGM Profits Sink as Freight Rate Hangover Hits Q1
The ocean carrier moved more boxes in the quarter than in the year-ago period, but lagged global container growth as maritime revenue fell 8.5 percent.

WATCH: How to break out of the 'doomscrolling for jobs' cycle
Career and success coach Eliana Goldstein shares tactical professional advice for job seekers who feel overwhelmed and priced out of today's market.

DevvStream Highlights Southern Energy Renewables’ Hapag-Lloyd LOI for Green Methanol Project Development and Long-Term Offtake and New Environmental Attributes MOU
-DevvStream Corp. (Nasdaq: DEVS) today highlighted Southern Energy Renewables Inc.’s recently announced Letter of Intent with Hapag-Lloyd AG relating to ...

Maersk Keeping Strait of Hormuz Transits Suspended as Ceasefire Confidence Wavers
A.P. Moller – Maersk said Tuesday it is continuing to avoid transits through the Strait of Hormuz amid uncertainty surrounding the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, underscoring the...

The carrier is passing added costs to customers through surcharges and higher spot rates, and warns the pressure will continue in Q2.

A CMA CGM vessel was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz hours after President Donald Trump suspended the U.S. naval escort program "Project Freedom."

Although the U.S.-Iran ceasefire was put to the test Monday, a Maersk vessel transited the Strait of Hormuz safely under American military guidance.
I-League 2: Sporting stay alive with gritty win
Panaji: Naocha Singh’s late volley breathed life into Sporting Clube de Goa’s campaign as they edged past MYJ-GMSC 2-1 in I-League 2 at Atal Stadium, .
Maersk levies emergency freight surcharge on Gulf routes amid Hormuz risks
Under the new structure, shippers will pay $1,800 per 20-ft container, $3,000 per 40-ft container, and $3,800 for reefers, special and dangerous cargo.
The stunning way China is using America's own playbook to hit the US where it hurts most, and Washington has no idea how to respond
China Detains Panama-Flagged Ships: Nearly 70 Panamanian vessels held in Chinese ports. COSCO suspending operations at Balboa. A $2 billion arbitration lawsuit. How a Hong Kong port concession turned into a full-scale geopolitical confrontation — and why your…

Iran seizes MSC vessel in Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions
The seizure highlights geopolitical complexities, potentially affecting international maritime security and diplomatic relations. The post Iran seizes MSC vessel in Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The vessel seizures follow last weekend's temporary easing of transit conditions in the strait, when four other MSC ships successfully passed through.

China told Maersk and MSC to drop Panama port operations, FT reports
April 15 (Reuters) - China has told Danish shipping group Maersk (MAERSKb.CO), opens new tab and Switzerland-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC Shipping) to cease operating ports on the Panama Canal, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. In a me…

An oil spill at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges shuts a MSC container terminal and halted shipping traffic, with vessels backed up as cleanup continues.

Carriers remain cautious about the fragile state of the Strait of Hormuz, with Hapag-Lloyd saying it would six to eight weeks to resume normal traffic if the ceasefire holds.
PANAMA CITY, April 7 : Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison's Panama unit has launched an arbitration against Maersk after the takeover of two strategic ports near the Panama Canal which are at the center of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and …

First Western-Owned Ship Clears Strait of Hormuz
A single container ship may be testing whether Europe can inch back into one of the world's most sensitive waterways. The Kribi, a Maltese-flagged vessel owned by French shipping giant CMA CGM, has passed out of the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz—a…

A CMA CGM container ship transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first time a Western cargo vessel passed through since the Iran war began.

French-owned container ship safely passes through Strait of Hormuz as Iran’s chokehold continues
The Kribi vessel, which is operated by French shipping company CMA CGM and was sailing under a Malta flag, had set off from Dubai on Thursday, according to the MarineTraffic vessel tracking website.
Yemen's Houthis join Iran war, fire missiles at Israel
Yemen's Houthi rebels have entered the West Asia war. They launched a ballistic missile towards Israel. This action raises concerns about Red Sea shipping. Trade through the Strait of Hormuz is already affected. Danish shipping giant Maersk suspended operatio…

China's Top Shipper Resumes Middle East Trips Amid Iran Ceasefire Talks
COSCO Shipping Lines, China's largest shipping company, has officially resumed new booking services for container shipments from the Far East to several key Middle Eastern destinations, with the United States and Iran currently engaged in ceasefire talks, des…

Disruptions Hit Shipping, Air Travel as Fighting Continues in Middle East - Barron's
Disruptions Hit Shipping, Air Travel as Fighting Continues in Middle EastBarron's Shipping companies divert vessels around Cape of Good Hope after strikes on IranReuters Top Shippers Cut Mideast Bookings Amid Dubai Port SuspensionBloomberg.com Maersk suspends…

Rerouting of ME11 and MECL Service around The Cape of Good Hope - Maersk
Rerouting of ME11 and MECL Service around The Cape of Good HopeMaersk Maersk reroutes some sailings around Africa due to 'unforeseen constraints' in Red SeaReuters Update on Red Sea Transit and Temporary Route AdjustmentsHapag-Lloyd Maersk Temporarily Retreat…

Red Sea Comeback Falters as Maersk Diverts Ships Back Around Cape
Less than a month after restarting limited Red Sea transits, Maersk is once again rerouting select services around the Cape of Good Hope, underscoring how fragile the industry’s return to the Suez corridor remains.

Brief Red Sea return ends as Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd reroute ships via Cape of Good Hope
The ME11 service connects the Middle East and India with the Mediterranean, while MECL links the Middle East and India with the US East Coast

Gianni Onorato to newmoney: MSC Cruises sees steady growth and invests in Greece
The CEO of one of the global cruise industry’s giants speaks to newmoney about the shipbuilding program, investments in port infrastructure, and the outlook for 2026 The post Gianni Onorato to newmoney: MSC Cruises sees steady growth and invests in Greece app…

This 1,516-Piece LEGO Maersk Vessel celebrates the future of sustainable shipping
This 1,516-Piece LEGO Maersk Vessel celebrates the future of sustainable shippingFor decades, the LEGO Group has demonstrated an unusual ability to translate real-world engineering into tactile storytelling. From architectural landmarks to Technic supercars, …
CK Hutchison warns of legal action if Maersk takes over Panama's Balboa, Cristobal terminals
CK Hutchison has warned it may take legal action after Panama’s top court cancelled its port contracts, and Maersk signalled it could temporarily take over the two key Panama Canal terminals.

LEGO reveals first Maersk set in 12 years with the 40955 Dual-Fuel Container Vessel
So far this month, LEGO has given us a few vehicle-related reveals, with the Icons Project Hail Mary set and the Icons Ford Model T set, and now we’re getting the next big unveiling following this trend with the upcoming 40955 Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vesse…
