HMM Launches New MA2 Service Connecting Mediterranean and West Africa
Kiyaan Singh
HMM has officially announced the launch of its new Mediterranean West Africa Service (MA2), set to begin operations in July 2026. This new route is a core piece of HMM’s…
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US Enforces Maritime Blockade on Iranian Ports: 9 Vessels Turned Back
The United States maritime blockade of Iranian ports is continuing to hold. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), forces have successfully turned back nine vessels within the first 48 hours…
AD Ports Group Explores Investment in Romania’s Port of Constanta
AD Ports Group has officially signed a framework agreement with the National Company Maritime Ports Administration SA to explore new investment and development opportunities at the Port of Constanta in…
Strait of Hormuz Ceasefire: First Indian LPG Carrier Transits to Kandla
The India flagged LPG carrier Jag Vikram is expected to arrive at Kandla, Gujarat on April 14, marking the first successful transit by an Indian vessel since the recent 14…
Maersk Increases Cargo Insurance and Care Rates for Middle East Trade
Maersk has announced a significant revision to its Cargo Insurance and Cargo Care rates for ocean shipments loaded or discharged in ports across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Lebanon,…
MSC Launches Phoenix Service Connecting Asia and the Mediterranean
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has officially launched its long delayed Phoenix service. This newly operational route establishes a critical maritime connection between key destination ports in the Mediterranean and the…
CMA CGM Announces Peak Season Surcharges for US and Australia Routes
CMA CGM has officially announced new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) across multiple major trade lanes. The ocean carrier stated these rate adjustments are necessary to maintain service reliability and efficiency…
TVL Marine Launches New Hong Kong to Taiwan Container Service
Taiwanese shipowner TVL Marine is officially introducing a new regional ocean freight service connecting Hong Kong and Taiwan. According to recent reports from DynaLiners, operations for the new short sea…
MSC Extends Emergency Fuel Surcharge Amid Fuel Market Disruption
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has announced an extension of its Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) through April 30, 2026. The ocean carrier cited ongoing disruptions in the global fuel market, directly…
EU Rejects Proposed Strait of Hormuz Transit Fees as Illegal
The European Commission has officially rejected a controversial proposal to charge commercial vessels for passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The EU stated that any mandatory toll systems for this…