A memorandum of understanding was signed in Hamburg between a number of Latvian and German organizations, with the leading Latvian telecommunications company LMT among the key participants. The document is aimed at developing cooperation and implementing digital solutions in the maritime and port sector, in particular in the field of infrastructure management and innovation in communications technology.
According to a new report from Alphaliner, the global container fleet capacity has exceeded the 32 million TEU mark for the first time. Since May 2024 alone, the growth has amounted to 8.9%, and over the past two years – almost 20%. Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, the cumulative increase has reached 36%, which indicates an unprecedented dynamics of fleet expansion.
The Port of Gdansk once again confirmed its status as an important player on the global stage by participating in the prestigious Maritime Silk Road Port Cooperation Forum in Ningbo (China). The delegation from Poland, headed by Vice President Krzysztof Kaczmarek, was awarded the Multilateral Friendly Ports Partnership award, which was recognition of the almost 20-year strategic partnership with the Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan and the growing importance of Gdansk in global maritime logistics.
Port operator Marsa Maroc has completed the implementation of the innovative heyport platform, marking a major milestone in the digital transformation of its Casablanca terminals. The solution was implemented in just 12 weeks and eliminated challenges related to manual coordination, disparate data and limited visibility of vessel calls. The system is integrated with Marsa Maroc’s TOS and the local port information system, minimizing manual input and reducing the risk of errors.
The China Shipowners Association (CSA) has officially opened its London office, strengthening the country’s international presence in the shipping industry. The opening ceremony was attended by Chinese representatives based in the UK and key industry figures including Cosco Shipping’s Zhang Yong and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Secretary General Guy Platten.
From week 26, Finnlines will include the Polish port of Gdynia in its regular North Sea service, expanding its connections to key European markets – Belgium, France, the UK, Spain and Finland. The new route will provide Polish shippers with direct access to the global Grimaldi Group network.
Cargo and cruise operator MSC is showing interest in acquiring the Romanian shipyard Mangalia, previously controlled by a consortium of Damen and the state. According to local media, MSC has already held talks with the Romanian government, considering the site for the construction of cruise ships, Ro-Pax vessels and tugs.
Pacific International Lines (PIL) held a naming ceremony for its new 8,200 TEU vessel ‘Kota Ocean’ at PSA Terminal in Singapore as part of the SG60 celebrations. The vessel is the sixth in the company’s fleet to be powered by LNG, highlighting PIL’s commitment to sustainable shipping.
On 29 May 2025, the joint project of Naftoport and the Port of Gdansk Authority reached a key stage: the Governor of the Pomeranian Voivodeship issued an official permit for the construction of a new cargo terminal. This decision allows for the commencement of construction work on the territory of the existing liquid fuel handling complex.
COSCO Shipping Europe has announced the launch of the Black Sea Feeder Service (BFS), a regular sea route that will connect the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk with the Turkish port of Kumport near Istanbul. The new service will provide a stable logistics connection for Ukraine to the global maritime transportation network, including destinations to the Far East.
