Maersk has released a statement explaining that it has suspended vessel calls at the Port of Haifa, Israel, for Maersk-operated vessels due to the Israel-Iran conflict
As explained, after carefully analysing threat risk reports regarding the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, particularly the potential risks of calling Israeli ports and their implications for the safety of the crews, Maersk has made the decision to temporarily suspend vessel calls at the Port of Haifa, Israel, for Maersk-operated vessels.
The safety and security of our seafarers and operations are our top priorities. We have taken this proactive measure to safeguard our people, assets, and customers’ cargo in light of increased regional instability.
…said Maersk.
Maersk reaffirmed that is working to provide alternative transport solutions to minimise disruption and will continue to closely monitor the situation and stand ready to reassess this decision as soon as it is safe and feasible to do so.
