The Union for Transport and Logistics (TLF) reports that the strikes on 3 and 4 February will affect ports across France, following recent work stoppages
Major shipping lines express cautious optimism but emphasise safety as they monitor the situation in the Red Sea following the Houthi announcement
Ports of Houston, Mobile and New Orleans suspend operations in anticipation of bad weather until Wednesday
Ocean Alliance updates Asia-North Europe Service; Hapag-Lloyd introduces express service linking India, China, and South Korea; Maersk revises Safina service rotation in February
The announcement of a ceasefire opens the possibility of shipping’s return to Bab el Mandeb transits, but much of the industry remains beholden to what the militant group decides to do next
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
LNG remains the alternative fuel of choice for shipowners, with 26% of tonnage on order LNG-fuelled
After a year of disruptions, December's on-time performance dipped to below 50% matching the levels seen at the start of 2024
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
