Pilbara Ports recorded a total monthly throughput of 49.5 million tonnes (Mt) in February 2025, reflecting a 6% decline compared to the same month in 2024. The Port of Port Hedland reported a monthly throughput of 37.5 Mt, with iron ore exports accounting for 37.3 Mt. This represented a 5% decrease in total throughput compared […] The post Pilbara Ports Authority reports throughput decline in February appeared first on Container News.

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received orders for three additional methanol-fueled roll-on/roll-off (RORO) cargo ships from Toyofuji Shipping (Aichi Prefecture), Miyazaki Sangyo Kaiun (Oita Prefecture), and Nichitoku Kisen (Hiroshima Prefecture). These vessels will be constructed at the Enoura Plant of MHI’s Shimonoseki Shipyard & Machinery Works in Yamaguchi Prefecture, […] The post Mitsubishi Shipbuilding secures orders for three methanol-fuelled RORO ships appeared first on Container News.

Associated British Ports (ABP) has selected Tim Hathaway as Head of Continuous Improvement, focusing initially on the Humber region. In this role, Hathaway will drive engagement across the organization to enhance work processes in an evolving landscape shaped by technological advancements, shifting customer needs, and the adoption of more efficient methods. He has worked both […] The post ABP appoints Head of Continuous Improvement for Humber Region appeared first on Container News.

An active and constantly changing market is proving tough for the industry to navigate as rates slide further and utilisation is falling, though month-on-month volume figures show slight increases. With the Pacific contract negotiations in full swing, the carriers are desperately attempting to bolster failing spot rates on the most lucrative trade with capacity cuts. […] The post Industry struggles to navigate volatile market appeared first on Container News.

Russian and US experts will meet in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on 24 March to discuss measures for securing Black Sea shipping as part of talks on a potential Ukrainian peace settlement, according to a Reuters report. If you liked this post, please consider donating5€10€20€50€ The post Black Sea shipping operations on the table appeared first on Container News.