Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has begun operations at the upgraded container terminal at Jubail Commercial Port under a concession agreement with Saudi Global Ports, backed by an investment exceeding SR2 billion ($532 million), according to local sources. The project includes major infrastructure and equipment upgrades. Quay length has expanded from 1,000 to 1,400 meters, while […] The post Mawani launches expanded Jubail Container Terminal with $532M investment appeared first on Container News.

Hapag-Lloyd’s $800 million bet on JM Baxi is not a commercial trade it is the latest move in a coordinated campaign to lock China out of the world’s fastest-growing maritime market. The post Western lines plant their flag in India’s ports appeared first on Container News.

Cavotec has signed a contract worth approximately €13 million to supply its MoorMaster vacuum mooring systems for a specialized maritime application in North America. Deliveries are scheduled between October 2027 and March 2028. The MoorMaster systems are designed to enhance vessel operations by improving safety, reliability, and efficiency. The technology uses automated vacuum mooring to […] The post Cavotec secures €13M MoorMaster order in North America appeared first on Container News.

The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port System Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Gioia Tauro, granting two latest-generation remotely piloted aircraft systems on exclusive loan for port surveillance and security operations. The loan for use agreement covers a five-year term with the possibility of extension and includes the full complement of […] The post Port of Gioia Tauro deploys drones to strengthen security appeared first on Container News.

The charter market has remained resilient amid the Middle East disruption, with Maersk remaining particularly active due to its less active newbuilding orderbook. The Danish line has chartered a few medium to large container ships from non-operating owners and shipping lines to plug their tonnage gap. The post Persian Gulf conflict fails to hit charter demand appeared first on Container News.