Ship and port news
Here are some recent ship and port news updates:
Shipping News
- Maersk to launch new container ship: Maersk Line, the world's largest container shipping company, is set to launch a new container ship, the "Maersk Eindhoven", which will have a capacity of 15,220 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units).
- Hapag-Lloyd orders new container ships: Hapag-Lloyd, a German container shipping company, has ordered four new container ships from the Japanese shipbuilder, Imabari Shipbuilding.
- CMA CGM to launch new service: CMA CGM, a French container shipping company, is set to launch a new service connecting Asia, Europe, and the Mediterranean.
Port News
- Singapore's port traffic increases: Singapore's port traffic has increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2022, with a total of 564.3 million tons of cargo handled.
- Hong Kong's port traffic declines: Hong Kong's port traffic has declined by 10.4% in the first half of 2022, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and a decline in global trade.
- New York/Newark port expansion: The Port of New York and New Jersey has announced plans to expand its container terminal, which will increase its capacity by 20%.
Maritime Industry News
- IMO sets new emissions targets: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set new targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the shipping industry by 50% by 2050.
- Wärtsilä to develop new propulsion system: Wärtsilä, a Finnish technology company, is developing a new propulsion system that uses liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a fuel source.
- Rolls-Royce to develop autonomous ships: Rolls-Royce, a British engineering company, is developing autonomous ship technology, which will enable ships to operate without human intervention.
Other News
- Container ship grounding in Japan: A container ship has run aground off the coast of Japan, causing a spill of oil and other pollutants.
- Piracy concerns in the Gulf of Guinea: There have been reports of increased piracy activity in the Gulf of Guinea, with several ships being attacked and hijacked in recent weeks.
- Shipping industry faces cyber threats: The shipping industry is facing a growing threat from cyber attacks, with several major shipping companies reporting incidents in recent months.
These are just a few examples of the latest ship and port news. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the shipping industry, I recommend following reputable sources such as Lloyd's List, Maritime Executive, and Seatrade Maritime News.