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EMEA port operators are mostly in a good position to deal with global trade tensions and slowing economic growth, Fitch Ratings says. However, the ratings on Limak and Euroports had low headroom prior to President Trump’s tariff announcements, which may further increase pressure on their credit profiles unless mitigated. US tariff policy uncertainty and the ... […]

Pakistan’s decision to expand operations at Gwadar Port marks a milestone that will inject fresh momentum into growth, prosperity and cooperation in the region while enhancing the scope and connectivity of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, or CPEC, analysts said. Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs unveiled plans last week to expand operations at the port by ... […]

Yesterday, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) and Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) reintroduced the Clean Shipping Act. This bill establishes a path to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from large ships that come to U.S. ports, protecting the health of port communities and addressing the environmental and climate impacts of shipping pollution. Specifically, the bill would mandate that ... […]

Cli Pride made a historic visit to Cattewater Harbour Plymouth (UK) recently marking the first ever Plymouth export to North America. Cattewater Harbour proudly welcomed the Cli Pride into port this month for her first visit to Plymouth’s commercial port. The multi-purpose freight vessel berthed at Victoria Wharf, loaded with bulk and general cargo from ... […]

On 7 July 2025, Port of Gdańsk and Korporacja Budowlana DORACO signed an agreement at the registered office of ZMPG S.A. for the execution of one of the key investments in the Inner Port – the comprehensive reconstruction of Wiślane Quay. The total cost of the investment is PLN 351 million gross, and the work ... […]

One year after the expansion of its Bicentennial Pier, DP World’s terminal at the Port of Callao has delivered record-breaking results, including a 19% increase in container throughput and a surge in agricultural exports that underscore the port’s growing role in Peru’s economy. Since its inauguration in June 2024, the enhanced terminal has driven an ... […]

IHI Corporation (“IHI”) and Royal Vopak (“Vopak”) have signed a joint development agreement under which IHI and Vopak plan to establish a new joint venture. Taking into account the ongoing progress of domestic infrastructure development within the country, IHI and Vopak plan to participate in projects for the development and operation of an ammonia terminal ... […]

SAAM celebrated a historic milestone for the country and the region: the christening of the Trapananda, the first electric tugboat in Latin America. This is a major step in the maritime sector’s energy transition and a concrete move towards more sustainable operations. The vessel stands out because of its zero direct CO2 emissions and ability ... […]

Temporary establishment of acoustic monitor off Tap Shek Kok 11 Jul 2025, Hong Kong For approximately 5 months, acoustic monitor will be temporarily established. READ MORE Modifications to Transit Reservation (Booking) System 11 Jul 2025, Panama Canal, Panama The Panama Canal has revised some rules within the Transit Reservation (Booking) System. READ MORE Marine soil ... […]

Global Energy Storage Group (GES) has completed the sale of its Rotterdam terminal, held through GES Netherlands B.V., to Tepsa. The transaction marks GES’s strategic exit from the Dutch market as the company sharpens its focus on growth in Asia, particularly its flagship terminal in Port Klang, Malaysia. Netherlands, 9 July 2025 – Global Energy ... […]