The world's first electric and self-propelled container ship “Yara Birkeland” has departed for its maiden voyage in the Oslo fjord.

In its latest review of maritime transport, UNCTAD warns that global consumer prices will rise significantly in the year ahead until shipping supply chain disruptions are unblocked and port constraints and terminal inefficiencies are tackled.

In 2020, there was an approximate average of one fire every two weeks onboard ships, while fire/explosion remained the third most common cause of ship total losses (11%) over the past decade.

Media reports claim that the European Union will object to the proposed merger of South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries and Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME).

Maersk launched its Green Finance Framework to fund the construction of its first feeder vessel and the series of 8 large ocean-going containerships.

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Port Envoy John D. Porcari visited the Port of Long Beach to discuss state and federal measures to address the congestion at the San Pedro Bay Port Complex.

Agricultural exporters in the US urged authorities to impose greater scrutiny on shipping alliances and the behaviour of shipping lines during the pandemic.

Stolt Tankers reduced its fuel consumption by 6% compared to 2020, which is equivalent to removing 18,000 cars from the roads for a year.

A giant barge has smacked into Vancouver's seawall, just short of the Burrard Bridge after becoming unmoored in Monday's rain and wind storm. 

Following the increased congestion off Port of LA and Long Beach, container company Hapag-Lloyd issued some frequently asked questions concerning the situation at the ports.