Hanseatic Global Terminals has become the sole owner of Florida International Terminal, LLC (FIT) following the completion of a capital structure adjustment with Grupo Empresas Navieras (GEN) through its affiliate Agunsa USA. With this transaction finalized, Hanseatic Global Terminals now holds 100% ownership of the terminal, while AGUNSA exits its minority stake as part of a strategy to streamline its portfolio and focus on core operations. Florida International Terminal is

The global logistics sector is currently facing significant challenges, mainly driven by the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East, severe weather conditions in Europe and infrastructure disruptions across key transport corridors. The situation in the Middle East continues to evolve rapidly, with high risks and limited visibility affecting both ocean and air freight. Shipping companies are adjusting their operations as conflicts disrupt major trade routes and impa

German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has signed three Letters of Intent (LOI) with the Government of India to deepen cooperation and support the development of the country’s maritime and logistics sector. The agreements were signed in Mumbai during a meeting between CEO Rolf Habben Jansen and India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal. The cooperation focuses on three key areas: ship reflagging, sustainable ship recycling, and the development of majo

Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has acquired a 25 percent equity stake in the ship management company V.Ships France, headquartered in Nantes, through its subsidiary MOL Euro Energie. The investment is aimed at strengthening MOL’s presence in Europe and expanding its cooperation with the French ship manager. V.Ships France has been managing several MOL vessels for years, including LNG bunkering ships operating in Rotterdam and Marseille. Under the expanded

Growing security tensions in the Gulf region are raising serious concerns for the global shipping industry, particularly regarding vessel transits through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. As attacks on commercial shipping increase, shipowners and maritime organizations are divided on whether vessels should continue operating in the region or temporarily avoid it in order to protect seafarers. According to industry observers, merchant ships passing through the Str

While geopolitical events have dominated logistics headlines in recent years, this time the shipping industry itself made the news. On 16 February, German container carrier Hapag-Lloyd announced a deal to acquire Israeli shipping company ZIM, a move that will secure its position as the world’s fifth-largest container carrier. The acquisition followed an intense bidding process in which Hapag-Lloyd reportedly outperformed competitors, including Maersk. The deal, valued at arou

LOGISTEC, a leading North American marine and logistics service provider, is pleased to announce that it has successfully entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of IPA Terminal (IPA, ATEMSA, SMA, STEEL, collectively “IPA”), an industry-leading breakbulk and steel handling facility, at the Port of Altamira, Mexico. This acquisition expands LOGISTEC’s presence to Latin America and marks a significant milestone in its vision as a global multi-purpose marine terminal

Damietta Alliance Container Terminals (DACT) in Egypt has officially commenced commercial operations, marking a new phase for maritime logistics in the eastern Mediterranean. The terminal’s launch was marked by the first port call on 14 February 2026 by Hapag‑Lloyd’s 13,117 TEU vessel Essen Express , signalling the start of regular service at the facility. The terminal is designed primarily for transshipment operations, with a planned annual handling capacity of up to 3.3 mil

Seaboard Marine has recently announced the return of direct, weekly service to and from Savannah, Georgia, to strengthen supply chains across the U.S. Southeast, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The first northbound sailing arrived in Savannah on January 7th, after departing from Colombia with stops in Cartagena, Barranquilla, Santa Marta, and Rio Haina, Dominican Republic. Piero Buitano, Senior Vice President, said, “With the return of Savannah calls, Seaboard Marine contin

Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) has signed an agreement with Imetame Group to invest in 50% of the shares in Imetame Logística Porto (ILP) – a joint venture focusing on container terminal operations. Under the agreement, both partners will develop and operate the new “Hanseatic Global Terminals Aracruz” container terminal that will serve as a modern transshipment and gateway port facility. The terminal, located in Aracruz in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil, is expected t

The Saudi Ports Authority “Mawani” has signed a land lease contract with the Arabian Chemical Terminals Ltd. (ACT) to establish storage tanks for the handling and export of chemical and petrochemical products at Jubail Commercial Port. The project represents an investment exceeding SAR 500 million and covers an area of 49,000 square meters, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and increased port capacity, in line with the objectives of the National Transport and Lo

Maersk has inaugurated its new depot in Manzanillo, Mexico marking a strategic investment of over USD15 million to reinforce the nation’s logistics network. Situated just 5 km from Manzanillo Port—the country’s busiest gateway handling nearly half of Mexico’s containerized cargo—the facility underscores Maersk’s long-term commitment to driving trade growth and supply chain resilience. Spanning 31,000 square meters, the facility is designed to help reduce first- and last-mile

DP World has launched a new 36-hour maritime service between Dubai’s Mina Rashid and Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port, providing a faster alternative to overland trucking and accommodating up to 145 accompanied trailers per sailing. The service was inaugurated at Mina Rashid with the official welcome of  DP World Express -   the dedicated RoRo vessel operating the new route. The vessel has recently undergone upgrades at Drydocks World and is scheduled to begin operations in December 2025

DP World recently announced the unification of its Marine Services brands, Unifeeder, P&O Ferrymasters and P&O Maritime Logistics, under a single DP World brand, strengthening its position as a fully integrated global logistics provider. The businesses will now operate as:  ·       Shipping Solutions (formerly Unifeeder) ·       Multimodal Solutions (formerly P&O Ferrymasters) ·       Maritime Solutions (formerly P&O Maritime Logistics) Over the coming months, these legacy br

MSC has announced a significant upgrade to its NWC‑USA‑SAWC service with a new direct call at Bilbao, Spain, providing exporters in the city’s hinterland and northern Spain seamless access to major markets in the Caribbean, Central America, and the West Coast of South America. In addition, MSC is launching the Canada Express Service, a new connection from Northern Spain to Canada, designed to deliver unparalleled transit times and guarantee space and equipment on all departur

MSC has recently announced a significant upgrade to its NWC-USA-SAWC service with a new direct call at Bilbao, Spain. This strategic addition is designed to give exporters in the city’s hinterland and northern Spain seamless access to major markets in the Caribbean, Central America and the West Coast of South America. Supporting a variety of sectors – in particular plywood, raw materials, food and beverages and many others – the enhanced service is unique to the market and ma

The Suez Canal Authority and A.P.Moller-Maersk Group have announced in a joint press release the commencement of the return of vessels affiliated to the Group to transiting through the Suez Canal as of early next December as a precursor to the full-capacity return. This came after the bilateral discussions between both parties which have culminated in signing the strategic partnership agreement. Adm. Ossama Rabiee, Chairman and Managing Director of the Suez Canal, and Mr. Vin

MSC is delighted to announce an upgrade to its Iroko service with a new direct call at Cape Town. This strategic enhancement provides a direct connection between Cape Town and Asia, offering faster transit times and improved service for both dry and reefer cargo. Designed to deliver more comprehensive port coverage, MSC continues to strengthen its network and support the growing trade between South Africa and key Asian markets, providing efficient, dependable and customer-foc

From geopolitical tensions to severe congestion across European and South American ports, the past two quarters tested supply chain reliability worldwide. A latest report by portcast covers transit time trends across key ocean trade lanes, including Asia–Europe, Transpacific, Europe–North America, and North–South America, highlighting where delays spiked, where recovery signs appeared, and what to expect heading into 2026. Key Findings from Q2–Q3 2025 1. Europe-bound routes f

Ellerman City Liners, part of GB Global, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Viasea Shipping from ColliCare Holding AS. Viasea, a Norwegian-owned shortsea operator, is renowned for its reliable, sustainable, and customer-focused services across Northern Europe. This strategic move unites two niche players in the shipping industry, combining complementary strengths to deliver seamless end-to-end shipping logistics solutions as one partnership. Founded in 2016, Viasea has