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Added services to exploit rising rates boost transpacific capacity by 33%

“To take advantage of skyrocketing freight rates, liner operators added 23 transpacific services bet...

by The Loadstar

Maersk and MSC raise Oceania prices

“The two largest container lines in the world, Maersk and MSC, have announced new rates to Australia...

by Container News

CMA CGM latest carrier to predict continued congestion amid record earnings

“CMA CGM on Friday became the latest container line to announce record second-quarter earnings as consumer demand continued to outstrip available capacity, sending freight rates skyward.” See the original story at JOC. Source: JOC (JK)

by JOC

KSOE reveals price tag for Maersk’s eight-ship order

“South Korean shipbuilding giant Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) has revealed the p...

by Offshore Energy

Maersk: COVID-19 flare-ups ‘causing havoc’ across Asia Pacific

“COVID-19 breakouts in major ports in Vietnam and China are “causing havoc” for supply chains – and...

by Port Technology

Maersk’s boxships to feature world’s largest methanol dual-fuel engines

“German engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions has been contracted to supply eight methanol dual-fuel engines for new Maersk’s containerships.” See the original story at Offshore Energy. Source: Offshore Energy (JK)

by Offshore Energy

Maersk bets big on methanol with eight 16,000 teu ship order at HHI

“AP Moller – Maersk is making a major commitment to methanol as future marine fuel with an order for...

by Seatrade Maritime News

Maersk, CMA CGM, ONE and Wan Hai vessels robbed in Manila

“Container ships, operated by CMA CGM and Ocean Network Express (ONE) were robbed or burglarised while at anchorage in Manila in the first two weeks of August.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

European senior lines confirm new charges from Asia

“Some of the largest shipping companies in Europe, Hapag Lloyd, CMA-CGM and Maersk have announced th...

by Container News

Chinese ports choke over ‘zero tolerance’ COVID-19 policy

“Several Chinese ports are facing congestion as vessels due to call at Ningbo are being diverted and...

by Reuters

Australian police arrest Maersk captain after damage to undersea cable

“The master of the 8,845 teu Maersk Surabaya has been arrested by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) following an investigation into a damaged subsea cable off the coast this month.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Maersk opens first Inland Container Depot in Russia

“A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has opened its Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Russia at the Port of Novorossiysk, the largest hub on the Black Sea.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)

by Port Technology

Maersk secures green e-methanol for the world’s first carbon-neutral container ship

“A.P. Moller – Maersk announced that European Energy subsidiary REintegrate will produce green fuel for its first vessel to operate on carbon-neutral methanol.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)

by Seatrade Maritime News

Port congestion double-whammy sinks carriers’ schedule recovery hopes

“Alliance networks operating between Asia and North Europe are experiencing delays of up to a month due to worsening port congestion at both ends of the tradelane.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Maersk and CMA CGM apply PSS to Australia

“Two of the largest European shipping companies, Maersk and CMA CGM, will introduce new Peak Season...

by Container News

PSA picks up Maersk call in India

“Maersk is shifting its call at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) on a weekly service linking India...

by JOC

Maersk announces congestion fees worldwide

“The Danish liner operator Maersk has confirmed the implementation of congestion surcharges in several ports across the world.” See the original story Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Shanghai Port opens dispatching centre to prioritize empty containers

“Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) and several mainline operators have launched a centre to coordinate the transport of empty containers from Shanghai port.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)

by The Loadstar

Covid-19 outbreak on Maersk ship off Tauranga

“A Maersk Line’s vessel has been anchored off Tauranga port in New Zealand after 11 of its 21 crew members tested positive for Covid-19.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Maersk Container Industry produces milestone Star Cool reefer

“Maersk Container Industry (MCI) has marked a milestone with the production of its 400,000th Star Cool unit, which will be delivered to HMM.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)

by Container News

Maersk posts $3.7 billion profit in Q2 2021, expands logistics service

“Danish shipping and logistics giant A.P. Moller – Maersk has continued to deliver strong growth and...

by Offshore Energy

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