Ports
Port developments, terminal operations and infrastructure
Texas Set to Become America’s New Icebreaker Hub as Davie Launches Major Shipyard Expansion
The United States has taken another step toward strengthening its Arctic capabilities, with Davie Defense beginning a major modernization program at shipyard facilities in Texas. The project is expected to transform the state’s shipbuilding landscape while supporting the construction of the U.S…
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Maersk Agrees to $1.9 Million Settlement as U.S. Regulator Tightens Oversight on Container Charges
Regulatory scrutiny of detention and demurrage fees continues to intensify in the United States. The latest enforcement action sees Maersk reach a settlement with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), highlighting the growing pressure on carriers to ensure billing practices align with shipping…
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Shipping’s 2026 Reality: Move Fast on Decarbonization, But Don’t Get Locked Into One Fuel
The shipping industry has entered a phase where waiting for the “perfect” green solution is no longer practical. Regulations are tightening, fuel costs remain unpredictable, and vessel owners are under pressure to modernize fleets without making billion-dollar mistakes. The challenge in 2026 is no…
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India Expands Ship Repair Ambitions With New Rs.1,570 Crore Vadinar Facility
India is taking another step toward strengthening its maritime infrastructure, with the government approving a major ship repair complex at Vadinar in Gujarat. The project aims to reduce dependence on overseas yards while building domestic capability for handling larger commercial vessels.The new…
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Ammonia Enters the Bunkering Arena with First Commercial Operation in South Korea
A major step toward zero-carbon shipping has just moved from theory to practice.The world’s first commercial ammonia bunkering operation has been completed—bringing alternative fuels closer to real-world deployment at scale.
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$774 Million Boost for US Ports Signals Shift Toward Capacity, Resilience, and Domestic Control
The US is doubling down on port infrastructure with a fresh $774 million investment aimed at modernizing terminals and easing supply chain pressure.For maritime stakeholders, this is less about headlines—and more about long-term shifts in cargo flow, port efficiency, and trade competitiveness.
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Drifting LNG Wreck Raises Fresh Alarm in Mediterranean
An uncontrolled LNG carrier wreck is once again on the move — and back on navigational warning lists. For ships in the central Mediterranean, the risk is no longer theoretical.
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Malacca Strait Toll Talk Sparks Debate — Indonesia Walks It Back
One comment, one chokepoint, and a global reaction. A brief suggestion from Indonesia’s finance chief has reignited a long-standing question in shipping: can nations charge for passage through the world’s busiest sea lanes?
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