Maritime

The French ocean carrier CMA CGM and the German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd announced general rate increases on various trades.

Ocean carriers CMA CGM of France and Hapag-Lloyd of Germany announced general rate increases.

Promotions and appointments were made at SABMiller, DHL Global Forwarding, Cargolux, DP World London, Buss Port Logistics, and Swisslog.

Rates from Shanghai to Northwest Europe and the Mediterranean dropped, while rates to the United States remained flat compared to last week.

The Southern California port handled 703,652 TEUs in August, a 22.8 percent increase from August 2014.

Alexander Fishenko operated as an agent for the Russian government, conspiring to ship millions of dollars worth of sensitive U.S.-made microelectronics to Russia, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office.

Data from BlueWater Reporting illustrates how the termination of the ME5 service will decrease the Danish carrier’s weekly deployed capacity from the Mediterranean to the Middle East by 12.2 percent.

Combined with a similar previous order from China Shipbuilding Corp. in Taiwan, Evergreen now has 20 containerships on order it plans to deploy on the intra-Asia trade lanes.

Police in both countries have confiscated more than two tons of illegal narcotics that had been dyed black and disguised as a chemical component in printer and copier toner, according […]

The ocean carrier expects the first of its new container and roll-on/roll-off cargo vessels to enter service around Thanksgiving.

A final rule “streamlines” the hazardous materials special permits and approval process by including new procedures for evaluating applications the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration said Thursday.

The supply chain management software company reported a 20 percent decline in EBITDA despite 15 percent revenue growth in the first quarter of fiscal year 2016, which ended July 31.

The highly automated Rotterdam World Gateway terminal, where all cranes and vehicles on the terminal run on electricity, announced its official opening today.

Roadrunner appoints senior VP of sales, while Fleetgistics names new CEO.

The Safe, Flexible and Efficient Trucking Act would allow interstate systems in each state to increase their weight limit from 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds if trucks were equipped with […]

Import cargo volumes at the nation’s major retail container ports increased 8.1 percent compared with July 2014, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report from the National Retail Federation […]

Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Mario Cordero said he also favors a third party audit of PierPass.

The ocean carrier placed newbuild orders worth an estimated $1.5 billion at four shipyards that are to be delivered in 2018.

The global trade and transportation software provider posted a net income of $5.1 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2016, which ended July 31, a year-over-year increase of 42 […]

The French ocean carrier will modify its Brazil Express loop between South America, Central America and the Caribbean at the end of the month.

The Federal Maritime Commission is looking to to increase awareness of its role with legislators, the press, and stakeholders.

The Port of Rotterdam Authority announced the construction of Yukon Harbor, which will include a new LNG Breakbulk terminal.

The major shipment of illicit rough diamonds and gold confiscated at Beitbridge border post last week was one of several recent large hauls, according to the South African Revenue Service.

The third-party logistics provider established Yusen Logistics Pakistan (Private) Limited in Lahore, Pakistan and opened a branch in Karachi, Pakistan.

With the latest in a series of blockbuster M&A deals in the logistics industry this year, XPO would become the second largest less-than-truckload provider in North America.

The Danish ocean carrier’s strong performance in first half of 2015 stands in sharp contrast to the same period in 2009, according to Maersk Line CEO Soren Skou.

Current rates only make a “nominal contribution” to a round-trip transpacific sailing, and “barely compete for space aboard ships with empty repositioned containers needed in Asia,” according to the Transpacific […]

The Cornelia Maersk is the only vessel tested thus far by the Coast Guard and CBP and the agencies do not plan to test any other ships from Tianjin in […]

The Independent Pilots Association called on its members to authorize a strike against UPS and said it will announce the voting results Oct. 23.

Eight employees had to be hospitalized following an explosion Shital Enterprise scrap yard in Chittagong, Bangladesh last week.

The Swedish port increased car exports and imports 5 percent year-over-year in first half of 2015, however, thanks to Volvo’s decision at the beginning of the year to ship cars […]

The global mobile satellite communications services provider will participate in the $7.3 million Advanced Autonomous Waterborne Applications Initiative, which is being led by English automobile and engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce.

The less-than-truckload carrier announced its less-than-truckload tons per day increased significantly in July and August over last year due to a growth in shipments, which was partially offset by a […]

The electronic freight posting company launched a new online analytics service for transportation and logistics professionals.

The third-party logistics provider entered into a six-year contract with in vitro diagnostic products and services provider Ortho Clinical Diagnostics to manage the company’s temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution needs in […]

Jeff Smisek, who stepped down due to ongoing federal investigations into his dealings with Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, will be replaced by the chief executive officer […]

Shares of the two state-owned Chinese ocean carriers have been frozen in Hong Kong for nearly a month now.

“There have been no reports of vessels with confirmed hazardous ash, debris or residues onboard,” according to a bulletin from the United States Coast Guard.

The terminal operator reached an agreement with Perez y Cia to acquire its majority stake in Grup Maritim TCB and its 11 container terminals, expanding APMT’s terminal network to 74 […]

Troy Cooper will replace Hervé Montjotin as chief executive officer and chairman of XPO Logistics Europe, according to a statement from the recently acquired Norbert Dentressangle.

DP World, Hutchison Port Holdings Limited, APM Terminals, PSA International, Shanghai International Port Group and Port of Rotterdam Authority have joined forces on the “Go Green” program to promote environmental […]

Ocean carrier UASC will purchase slots on portions of the EURAF1 and the EURAF4 loops between the Mediterranean and West Africa starting next week.

CARU Containers and private investment firm Transportation Capital Group announced the formation of CARU Specialized Leasing Pte Ltd., a new joint venture that will focus on non-commoditized containers.

Ocean carriers Maersk Line, CMA CGM, CSCL, Hanjin, Yang Ming, “K” Line, MOL, Hamburg Sud and UASC issued general rate increases.

CEVA appoints new Australia/New Zealand managing director, while Cathay Pacific Airways names executive director.

Saverco NV, a controlling shareholder of Antwerp-based cargo ship and aircraft lessor CMB, will seek to purchase all outstanding shares of CMB.

Rates from Shanghai to Northwest Europe and the Mediterranean have increased dramatically in the past two weeks, but rates from Shanghai to the United States have fallen three weeks in […]

The U.S. Coast Guard closed part of the Mississippi River Thursday after a collision between two ships caused oil to leak into the water.

State-owned China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation, the first Chinese railcar firm to win a major transit contract in the United States, will produce and assemble cars for the Boston, Mass. […]

The Federal Railroad Administration is seeking applications for $10 million in competitive grant funding available to states to improve highway-rail crossing safety.

The airline group reported August cargo volumes dropped to 417 million cargo ton kilometers.

NYK signed a joint-venture agreement with Ports Development Company to create the first exclusive roll-on/roll-off terminal in Saudi Arabia, which will be located at King Abdullah Port.

The Russian cargo airline launched a twice-weekly direct freighter service from Moscow to Singapore starting Sept. 3.

NYK and Monohakobi Technology Institute, an NYK Group company, jointly developed “Kirari NINJA,” the first camera device in the industry designed to monitor a vessel’s engine.

Third-party provider of unit-load devices Jettainer said it will manage air cargo pallets and containers for WestJet’s new international flights.

European fashion retailer Primark and contract logistics solutions provider Exel announced Primark officially established a presence in the Northeastern United States.

Florida Ports Council appoints 2015-2016 leadership and the Busan Port Authority names CEO, while Con-way Freight promotes VP of western area sales.

International Container Terminal Services Inc., operator of the Manila International Container Terminal, said the Terminal Appointment Booking System is a “proactive alternative” to truck bans.

The over 5,000 firearms and 490,000 rounds of ammunition found hidden in containers onboard the Haddad I may have been destined for ISIS forces.

The Ocean3 Alliance of CMA CGM, UASC and CSCL will combine their FAL2 and FAL3 loops between Asia and Europe, decreasing its deployed capacity on the trade by approximately 21 […]

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security imposed a $3.5 million penalty on Streit USA of South Carolina, its UAE-based affiliates, and two corporate officers.

Necotrans and local business consortium Kribi Port Multi Operators won the concession for the terminal, which is expected to handle vehicles, wood, cotton and equipment for the mineral, oil and […]

The Thunder Bay Port Authority announced the port’s August grain shipments were 5 percent higher than its five-year monthly average thanks to strong harvests on the Canadian prairies throughout 2013 […]

PierPass has begun providing a page where truckers can make appointments to pick up import containers in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

The Irish Shipping Company’s Container and Terminal Division, which consists of intermodal shipping line Eucon and two container terminals, reported operating profits of 4.1 million euros on revenues of 57.2 […]

The third-party logistics provider moved to a new, larger facility in Eagle Pass, Texas.

The Federal Maritime Commission has asked OAKMTOA to provide additional information about their plan to fund weekend gates at the Port of Oakland with a fee on cargo moving through […]

Port Hueneme commissioner tapped to lead the Association of Pacific Ports, while TIACA appoints director.

Ocean carrier CMA CGM will team up with Bolloré African Logistics and China Harbour Engineering Company to build and operate a 1.4 million-TEU container terminal in Kribi.

The Norther California port warned, however, that vessel backlogs could reoccur if more longshore labor is not added.

Shandong Huahai Shipbuilding, a small shipbuilding company based in Rizhao, Shandong, will now be liquidated after an application from its primary creditor was accepted by the Rizhao Intermediate People’s Court.

The intra-America subsidiary of Danish container giant Maersk Line will purchase 350 TEUs per week on ships belonging to the French ocean carrier, according to a filing with the Federal […]

The temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics services provider for the food industry will partner with Icelandic shipping company Eimskip to construct a new cold storage facility in Portland, Maine.

The rail freight provider commenced a new service between the Port of Felixstowe and the Birmingham Intermodal Freight Terminal in Birch Coppice, Birmingham.

The ground handing and air cargo services provider will take over full cargo handling services for Oman Air at various locations throughout Europe.

European Gateway Services increased the frequency of its Rotterdam-Bayern Express, which runs between Rotterdam and Southern Germany, in both directions.

The international freight forwarding and supply chain management solutions provider will strengthen its global footprint through a franchise program.

The pest, a type of beetle that can cause significant damage to trees, was found on untreated wooden pallets from Poland, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said.

C.H. Robinson names president of European operations, while Transplace appoints VP of capacity services and England Logistics adds three VPs.

Drivers for the popular ride-sharing company will now be able to proceed as a group, rather than individuals, in a worker misclassification lawsuit that could have implications in the freight […]

The new Terminal Information Portal System (TIPS) will provide information on container availability, export booking status and more.

The FedEx unit of the Air Line Pilots Association has approved a new tentative contract agreement, which must now be voted upon by the express carrier’s 4,000 eligible pilots.

HighJump, a provider of supply chain management solutions, has acquired Wesupply, a U.K.-based premier business-to-business supply chain solutions supplier.

The Port of Rotterdam Authority signed an agreement with the Medan, Indonesia-based port company to conduct a feasibility study on the construction of a new deep water port in Kuala […]

The 2M Alliance carriers will join the members of the CKYHE Alliance in offering service through the intermodal gateway in Northern British Columbia.

The Icelandic shipping company reported net earnings of 5.5 million euros on operating revenues of 126.6 million euros for the second quarter of 2015.

The first automobile shipment from Pipavav Port, which consisted of 1,300 Indian-built Ford automobiles destined for Mexico, departed last week

The Con-way Inc. subsidiary partnered with real estate developer Prologis to establish a new 70,000-square-meter logistics facility in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.

CEVA Logistics has launched Orion Mobility, an application of Orion TMS, to provide increased visibility and real-time data to its Brazilian shippers.

The third party logistics services provider opened a new facility in Sao Paulo, Brazil to offer specialized logistics solutions for pharmaceutical and life science companies.

C.R. England names chief sales officer, while SEKO Logistics appoints U.S. COO and Suddath Global picks VP of contract operations.

The group reported a 66.7 percent increase in net profits to $156 million on revenues of $4.2 billion for the second quarter.

A deal for GE Capital Rail Services, which has assets valued at over $4 billion, could come by Labor Day, according to initial reports from Bloomberg Business.

The Malaysian shipping company increased group profits by over 27 percent in the first six months of the year despite a 1 percent dip in overall revenues.

Sea Star Line will begin operating the first of the two ships from Jacksonville later this year, according to a statement from TOTE Maritime.

The non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator launched a new less-than-container-load import service from Nhava Sheva, India to Charleston, S.C.

“In second half of 2015, international trade still won’t be cheerful,” CSCL said in its most recent financial statements, pointing to the massive influx of new capacity in the ocean […]

Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Mario Cordero applauded efforts to fight gate congestion at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, but wants terminals to amend their agreement with the […]

A fire broke out in a container onboard the United Arab Shipping Co. vessel Alula in the early hours of Friday morning as it arrived at Waltershof harbor, according to […]

Container spot rates from Asia to Europe and the Mediterranean increased, while prices to the U.S. continued to fall.