From ports to networks: How Northeast Asia cruise itineraries are built
In this expert commentary, Hirohito Ito, director of the Cruise Research Laboratory, uses AIS data to identify the region’s key destination clusters.
Explainer: Behind China’s detention doctrine against Panama
China isn’t running a pressure campaign against Panama but it’s underwriting its entire global port portfolio. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Remember Me Lost your password? Don’t have an account? Register The post…
Trump’s 2027 War Department Budget Plan Could Exceed $1.5 Trillion
By Erik Wasson and Gregory Korte (Bloomberg) President Donald Trump is preparing to release a fiscal year 2027 budget plan on Friday that will frame his party’s midterm election message around…
Downsizing is under way at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
Reductions are reportedly widespread across a range of areas. NCLH said it is ‘realigning resources around our highest-impact business priorities.’
Saudi Global Ports Group Begins Operations At Jubail Container Terminal Under 30-Year Agreement
Image for representation purposes only Saudi Global Ports Group (SGP) has started operating the Jubail Container Terminal (JCT) at Jubail Commercial Port under a 30-year privatisation agreement with the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani). The project is part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts
Port of NY/NJ redesign duty free and specialty retail concessions
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFKIAT, the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, have selected JFK T4 Retail Partners LLC to redesign and operate duty free and specialty retail concessions at the terminal. The partnership brings…
China’s Detention Of Panama-Flagged Ships Raises Serious Concerns, US Secretary Says
Image for representation purposes only The United States has raised concerns over China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels, linking the actions to a recent court ruling in Panama involving port concessions near the Panama Canal. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the…
Hapag-Lloyd increases stake in JM Baxi
Hapag-Lloyd has officially increased its ownership in JM Baxi Ports & Logistics to 50%. This marks a significant rise from its original 35% stake acquired in early 2023. A series of capital injections facilitated this growth, first moving the share to 40% and most recently adding
Hapag-Lloyd adjusts MSW service
Hapag-Lloyd has updated the rotation of its MSW service, which connects the Mediterranean with the West Coast of South America. This strategic adjustment aims to optimize port coverage and service efficiency across the region. Key rotation changes The most significant update…
SITC adjusts multiple services
SITC has implemented significant changes across three of its regional services. These updates refocus the carrier’s China-Philippines coverage and introduce a new shuttle to maintain connectivity for Japanese ports, accoring to DynaLiners. CPX4 Service: Transition to…