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Maersk says ‘exceptional’ market expected to continue, ups profit forecast

“AP Moller – Maersk has become the latest container line to raise its forecast for 2021 as it profit...

by Seatrade Maritime News

Auckland Port congestion, the big challenge ahead for New Zealand

“Maersk in its monthly market update for July sighted Auckland Port congestion as a major hurdle for smooth functioning of the supply chain in New Zealand.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Far East Asia to North Europe AE1 – AE6 Network Change

The following release was published by A.P Moller – Maersk:

In an effort to improve our product o...

by A.P Moller – Maersk

MSC to surpass Maersk as the world’s largest container line

“The latest decision of CMB Financial Leasing (CMBFL) to buy two 16,000TEU vessels from Guangzhou Sh...

by Container News

MAN ES bags Maersk containership methanol engine order

“MAN Energy Solutions (MAN ES) has bagged the order for the first dual-fuel methanol engine for a containership from AP Moller-Maersk.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)

by Seatrade Maritime News

DCSA releases just-in-time port call interface standards with API definitions

The following release was published by Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA):

Facilitatin...

by DCSA

Maersk to redesign its ocean network in West & Central Asia to create customer value

The following release was published by A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk Line):

Improved speed to...

by A.P. Moller – Maersk

Maersk said to be eyeing up to a dozen 15,000TEU ships

“Maersk Line is said to be discussing orders for up to a dozen 15,000TEU methanol-fuelled container ships at Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), according to reports from South Korea.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Maersk bans Iranian-owned containers from its vessels

“Maersk has announced it will not accept any Iranian-owned containers on its vessels from now on, applying potential fines and penalties in such cases.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

US ports and major box carriers to upgrade Southeast US Chassis Pool

“Three US port authorities have agreed with Ocean Carrier Equipment Management Association (OCEMA),...

by Container News

KSOE poised to hit $14.9 billion order target earlier than expected

“The latest plethora of deals scored by South Korea’s largest shipbuilder has enabled Korea Shipbuil...

by Offshore Energy

ORIENT SERVICE REDUCED FREQUENCY OF OAKLAND CALLS

The following release was published by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC):

Due to the current c...

by MSC

Port of Baltimore welcomes new Asian container service

“The Port of Baltimore will service a new Asian container service through Southeast Asia/Vietnam and China with the launch of a new A.P. Moller Maersk (Maersk) line.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

New enhanced Ocean network – Far East Asia to/from North America

The following advisory was published by A.P. Moller – Maersk:

Maersk remains committed to support...

by A.P. Moller Maersk

Maersk to ship Bestseller’s products using sustainable biofuel

“Danish container shipping and logistics major A.P. Moller – Maersk has signed a fully carbon-neutra...

by Offshore Energy

Yantian port back at full speed; box recovery could take a month

“The backlog of vessels waiting to reach berths at the Port of Yantian, the largest container port i...

by Freight Waves

Hapag-Lloyd and ONE join Maersk’s blockchain platform

“Two of the largest container carriers in the world, Hapag-Lloyd and Ocean Network Express (ONE), ha...

by Container News

Delays grow at ports around Yantian

“Delays at Nansha and Shekou ports continue to grow as container lines omit calls at heavily congested Yantian, burdening its neighbors.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)

by Seatrade Maritime News

Maersk responds to ocean congestion with new intermodal route

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has launched its first block train intermodal service between Europe an...

by Port Technology

Maersk in talks with yards on a methanol-powered containership

“Container shipping heavyweight Maersk is currently in discussions with equipment suppliers and yards on the order of a methanol-powered containership.” See the original story at Offshore Energy. Source: Offshore Energy (JK)

by Offshore Energy

TradeLens sets sights on Chinese ports following China blockchain launch

“TradeLens plans to connect to China’s ports after signing a partnership with China Unicom Digital T...

by Port Technology

Largest shipping lines post record profit jump in Q1 2021

“The combined operating profit in the first quarter of 2021 of the eleven shipping carriers was a staggering $16.19 billion, a new report published by Sea Intelligence shows.” See the original story at Offshore Energy. Source: Offshore Energy (JK)

by Offshore Energy

Greater China Yantian/Shekou/Nansha Port Operations Update

The following advisory was published by A.P. Moller-Maersk.

With a steady inbound flow every day,...

by A.P. Moller-Maersk

Yantian crisis ‘continues to deteriorate’ as shippers omit port calls

“The ongoing crisis surrounding a COVID-19 outbreak at the Port of Yantian continues to escalate as delays of upwards of 16 days are expected for vessels at the port.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

After its buying spree, MSC is close to overtaking Maersk in the liner league

“As its fleet capacity edges above 4m teu, MSC is on the cusp of overtaking 2M partner Maersk to become the largest carrier.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Port of Long Beach posts new record container volume in May

“The Port of Long Beach, California, set a record in May for the largest container volume handled in...

by S&P Global

South China ports in crisis as logjam of box ships and containers grows

“South China’s port congestion has gone from bad to worse – delays at Yantian are spilling over to nearby Shekou and Nansha.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadtstar (JK)

by The Loadtstar

Container lines add more alternatives to congested Yantian

“Carriers are increasing the number of load ports as alternatives to Yantian in southern China as th...

by JOC

Maersk’s Skou suggests US$450/tonne bunker tax, MSC’s Toft backs carbon pricing and decarbonisation R&D fund

“Søren Skou, CEO of AP Moller – Maersk, has proposed a carbon tax on ship fuel of at least US$450 per tonne of fuel, which translates to around US$150 per tonne of CO2.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Delays of 14 days expected at Yantian port due to tighter Covid controls

“Maersk is warning of delays of 14 days upwards at Yantian port due to heightened Covid restrictions...

by Seatrade Maritime News

Maersk launches Emissions Dashboard to cut carbon in supply chain

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) will launch a new ‘Emissions Dashboard’ as part of efforts to help customers cut their carbon footprint.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

Lines omit Yantian port calls over Covid-19 measures congestion

“Container lines are omitting calls at Yantian port in South China as tighter Covid-19 controls result in congestion.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)

by Seatrade Maritime News

Container line schedules take another hit as port congestion in China spreads

“Yantian International Container Terminal (YICT) has extended its export suspension until Monday, as port congestion worsens throughout China.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Maersk service connects DP World hub to major Far East markets

“A.P Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has added a new weekly service connecting the DP World-operated Internat...

by Port Technology

Lines suspend Buenaventura operations due to Colombia blockades

“A group of shipping companies has suspended operations at the Port of Buenaventura as the port is full and cargoes are trapped.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

European lines raise North America prices

“Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have announced changes in North America charges, which are expected to take effect in mid-June and July.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Maersk urges collaboration in decarbonisation effort

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has said it is looking for customers to act as partners in its efforts to decarbonize logistics operations.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

Maersk to expand rail freight presence at Port of Felixstowe

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has reached an agreement with BGRf, one of the largest rail freight ope...

by Port Technology

Carriers impose surcharges as congestion builds on Europe’s inland waterways

“Congestion through northern Europe’s inland waterways increased again this week, with delays into Rotterdam almost doubling to wait times exceeding five days.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Maersk agrees intra-UK rail service with GB Railfreight

“AP Moller – Maersk has reached an agreement with GB Railfreight, the third largest rail freight ope...

by Container News

Maersk develops its Vietnam warehousing operations

“Maersk has added 38,000m2 of warehousing space in Vietnam as the company looks to develop its regio...

by Container News

Maersk unveils plans to accelerate business transformation

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has said it will accelerate efforts to transform its business model to...

by Port Technology

PSA Singapore breaks productivity record as Suez crisis causes transshipment surge

“PSA Singapore has broken its productivity record after it handled 13,227 containers – 22,761 TEU – during the call of ‘Manila Maersk’ on 3 May 2021.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

Booming profits and improved terminal efficiencies shake off pandemic doom

“A return to profits and improving terminal efficiencies have seemingly helped the industry move on from the doom and gloom of the COVID-19 pandemic.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

Maersk posts “exceptionally strong start” to 2021 as carrier boom accelerates

“A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has made an “exceptionally strong start” to 2021 after its earnings g...

by Port Technology

Booming rates sees APMM raise its 2021 outlook

“Surging demand that has caused congestion is within the supply chain and a shortage of available eq...

by Container News

NEW TRANSPACIFIC U.S. EAST COAST NETWORK

The following advisory was published by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC):

MSC will update its...

by MSC

Maersk expects container shipping market surge to continue into Q4

“AP Moller – Maersk forecasts that “exceptional market situation” in the container shipping market will continue well into the fourth quarter of this year.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)

by Seatrade Maritime News