Only Israeli-owned and flagged vessels now subject to Houthi ‘bans’ on transiting Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb, Gulf of Aden and Arabian Gulf
Houthi militants signal that attacks may continue despite a ceasefire deal
Adverse winter weather disrupted port operations in Northern Europe and the UK this week. Meanwhile, congestion persists in Shanghai, and vessel waiting times remain elevated at US East Coast and Gulf ports
After a year of disruptions, December's on-time performance dipped to below 50% matching the levels seen at the start of 2024
LNG remains the alternative fuel of choice for shipowners, with 26% of tonnage on order LNG-fuelled
Ports will be regarded as ‘third country ports’ until further notice
Maritime security threats encompass more than only piracy and armed robbery at sea
Transits up 6% in December versus November to highest level since April 2023
The worlds largest network expands to include 380 ships across 37 services on key East-West trades
The partnership aims to strengthen the reliability and efficiency of trade between Asia, Europe and Canada
Analysts expect multiple blank sailings in the few weeks after 29 January, as the Chinese New Year and the reshuffling of alliances begin
More than 90% of orderbook box capacity is provided by ships of above 8,000 teu
Contest for top is over: MSC capacity now 43% higher than number-two Maersk
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