X-Press Pearl insurer agrees to pay initial compensation claim
“Insurers of the feeder containership MV X-Press Pearl, which was hit by a fire before it sank off C...
X-Press Pearl captain and chief engineer detained in police probe into fire
“The captain of the X-Press Pearl, which has been burning off the coast of Colombo, Sri Lanka for ne...
X-Press Pearl ‘a total loss’ and hits rock bottom, despite efforts to move it
“The smouldering wreck of the X-Press Pearl has settled onto the ocean floor after water flooded the engine room, according to the latest information from its owner’s spokesman.” See the original story at The Loadstar. Source: The Loadstar (JK)
X-Press opts for carbon capture technology for more of its feeder fleet
“With new regulatory standards for the efficiency of vessels looming next year, shipowners and opera...
X-Press Feeders’ methanol-fuelled newbuildings are Europe-bound
"X-Press Feeders’ 14 methanol-fuelled newbuildings will serve European routes, the world’s largest f...
X-Press Feeders’ boxship pair opts for water lubricated propeller shaft
“Two of Singapore-based X-Press Feeders’ container vessels have made the move to a complete water lubricated propeller shaft, supplied by Thordon Bearings.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)
X-Press feeders: Launch of direct Jebel Ali , Umm Qasr Service (JUX)
X-Press Feeders is pleased to announce our new fixed day twice-weekly service with port rotation of...
X-Press Feeders vessel loses power after engine room fire
"One of X-Press Feeders' ships remains anchored off Karwar in India, after a fire broke out in its e...
X-Press Feeders unveils first methanol dual-fuel ship built in China
"X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, has unveiled what the first of 14...
X-Press Feeders to charter 7,000TEU newbuildings from Eastern Pacific
“Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has ordered four 7,000TEU container ships at China’s New Times Shipb...
X-Press Feeders tipped to buy Singapore’s TransLiner
The battle for feeder supremacy has taken another turn with reigning champion X-Press Feeders lining...
X-Press Feeders Starts Europe’s First Feeder Network Powered by Green Methanol, Ushering in New Era of Sustainable Shipping
The following release was published by X-Press Feeders:
New Green Network Starts with Rotterdam...
X-Press Feeders Signs MOU with Six European Ports for Green Shipping Corridors
The following release was published by X-Press Feeders:
X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest in...
X-Press Feeders signs deal for decarbonisation platform on 100+ vessels
"Technology company ZeroNorth has signed a new deal with X-Press Feeders to deploy the ZeroNorth pla...
X-Press Feeders sees Chittagong losses rise thanks to locals-only rule
"Three X-Press Feeders’ container vessels are facing severe service disruption in Chittagong port du...
X-Press Feeders returns to Shanghai Waigaoqiao for 10,000 teu series
"X-Press Feeders has signed a letter of intent for four conventionally fuelled 10,000 teu ships with...
X-Press Feeders retakes top feedering spot
"X-Press Feeders has regained the top spot from DP World unit Unifeeder as the world‘s largest commo...
X-Press Feeders purchase adds to fleet growth
“Singapore-based X-Press Feeders, the largest common feeder operator, has purchased a 3,158TEU newbuilding, adding to its fleet expansion.” See the original story at Container News. Source: Container News (JK)
X-Press Feeders makes first compensation payment to Sri Lankan government
“X-Press Feeders has made an initial payment of $3.6 million to the Sri Lankan government following the fire and the sinking of the X-Press Pearl.” See the original story at Port Technology. Source: Port Technology (JK)
X-Press Feeders inks green methanol fuel deal with OCI
"Singapore-headquartered X-Press Feeders has inked an agreement with OCI Global for the supply of gr...
X-Press Feeders Group Orders 6 More Dual-Fuel Vessels
The following release was published by X-Press Feeders:
On 5 June 2023, Eastaway, a member of t...
X-Press Feeders denies TransLiner speculation
X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest container feeder company, has denied the speculations published...
X-Press Feeders books six boxships at Zhoushan Changhong
Six 2,700 TEU containerships newbuilding orders were booked by feeder operator X-Press Feeders with Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard. To learn more, see the original story at Splash 24/7. Source: Splash 24/7 (JB)
X-Press Feeders appoint new CEO
Shmuel Yoskovitz is set to become the new CEO of the Singapore-based feeder containership operator X-Press Feeders. This is following an announcement made by the company. See the original story at Splash 247. Source: Splash 247 (JK)
X-Press Feeders Abandons TransAtlantic Brand Name
**Singapore’s carrier X-Press Feeders will start operating under its own brand name the three servic...
X-Press Feeders - Expansion of SEA region (Launch of TSX and SHX)
The following release was published by X-Press Feeders:
X-Press Feeders has launched 2 services...
WWF-Canada: Open-Loop Scrubbers Should Be Banned in Canadian Waters
“World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Canada, an international conservation organization, has supported a ban o...
Wuhan unveils multimodal ambitions
“Wuhan is eyeing more container routes as the Chinese river-port embarks on the second phase of a ri...
Wuhan New Port Construction Investment and Development Group to close four terminals
“As a part of regional ports optimisation plan, Wuhan New Port Construction Investment and Developme...
WTO: EU Wants to Join Japan in Complaint About Korean Shipbuilding Support
“The European Union has requested to join Japan in an ongoing complaint about alleged subsidies prov...
WTO: Coronavirus Trade Slump Likely to Exceed 2008 Global Financial Crisis
“World trade is expected is expected to fall by between 13% and 32% this year as the COVID-19 pandem...
WTO warns of risks to 2024 global trade rebound
"The World Trade Organization (WTO) forecast a return to world trade growth in 2024 but highlighted...
WTO Says Trade Growth Estimates Appear ‘Overly Optimistic’
"The World Trade Organization will likely cut its estimates for goods trade growth for 2023 and 2024...
WTO Analyses Potential Impact of Blockchain on International Trade
” The World Trade Organization (WTO) has published an analysis of the potential impact of blockchain...
WSJ: China Cosco Makes Sole Bid for Greek Port of Piraeus
APM Terminals and International Container Terminal Services didn’t submit binding bids
Chinese...
WSC welcomes PIL as new member
"Pacific International Lines (PIL) has joined the World Shipping Council (WSC) to cooperate for a sa...
WS2 Feeder – Matarani Second Call
The following advisory was published by Hapag-Lloyd:
We are glad to announce that the WS2 feeder...
Writebacks help Cosco Pacific to 30% rise in 2015 profit to $382m
Major Chinese port operator Cosco Pacific saw 2015 full-year net profit rise by 30% to $381.6m on th...
Worst Case Scenario Could Bring About USD 23 Bn Loss for Carriers
“Blanking of sailings triggered by the demand drop from the coronavirus pandemic could result in a U...
Worldwide Terminals Fernandina Selects Octopi by Navis’ SaaS TOS
“Octopi by Navis, experts in TOS technology, and Cargotec Corporation have announced that Worldwide...
Worldwide innovation: CMA CGM introduces REEFLEX: a new and unique system for the transportation of liquids by container
**An ideal alternative to break bulk for the transportation of liquids which optimally preserves the...
World’s Major Shipping Bodies Sign MoU
“A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Asian...
World’s largest shipping company christens new 24,166 TEU giant in Italy
"MSC Nicola Mastro, a new 24,166 TEU containership owned by Swiss shipping major MSC, has been chris...
World’s Largest Shipbuilder Ups the Ante for 2019
“South Korean shipbuilding giant Hyundai Heavy Industries Group has increased its appetite for 2019...
World’s largest LNG powered containership calls in Singapore
“The world’s largest LNG-powered containership – the 23,000 teu CMA CGM Jacques Saade – made its maiden call in Singapore on Monday.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)
World’s Largest Containership to Start Sailing at the End of April
“The delivery of 24,000 TEU containerships to South Korean shipping company HMM will not be delayed...
World’s largest containership makes its first crossing through Suez Canal
“The largest containership in the world, the 24,000 TEU Ever Ace, crossed the Suez Canal for the first time on 28 August 2021.” See the original story at Offshore Energy. Source: Offshore Energy (JK)
World’s largest containership HMM Algeciras transits the Suez Canal
“The world’s largest containership the 24,000 teu HMM Algeciras has transited the Suez Canal on her maiden voyage from Asia – Europe.” See the original story at Seatrade Maritime News. Source: Seatrade Maritime News (JK)
World’s Largest Containership Fleet Is Here
“Danish container shipping giant Maersk Line has cemented its spot as the global leader in the secto...
World’s largest container vessel calls on Colombo Port
“The world’s largest container vessel “Ever Ace” arrived at the Colombo Port in the Sri Lankan capital late on Tuesday, the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) said.” See the original story at Xinhuanet. Source: Xinhuanet (JK)