On May 20 local time, the Maersk-operated feeder container ship “Maersk Valparaiso” collided with a small product tanker in the Bonny Channel off the coast of Nigeria.The accident caused both vessels to run aground temporarily and resulted in an oil spill.According to local maritime authorities, f

Eid al-Adha is approaching, and based on previous years, it will most likely begin around May 27.Ports, customs, and commodity inspection authorities in the Middle East, North Africa, and the India-Pakistan region will generally slow down their operations—some will even close for the holiday—so cu

The Port of Xiamen has recently launched a new express service to Indonesia.On May 18, COSCO Shipping Ports announced that Xiamen Yuanhai Terminal had officially launched the SCJX direct service to Indonesia.Departing from Xiamen, the route stops at Nansha before proceeding directly to Jakarta, Indo

The global shipping industry is once again keeping a close eye on the Panama Canal.The Panama Canal Authority has scheduled maintenance on the waterway at the Gatun Locks from June 9 to 17. During this period, the number of daily transit slots will be reduced to 16, and some vessels will need to div

Recently, COSCO Shipping Container Lines issued an announcement regarding the transport of high-risk cargo. At first glance, it appears to be a routine reminder.However, after reading it, many people have a distinct impression:Regulations governing the maritime transport of dangerous goods and new e