Maersk

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has opened its new World Gateway II facility in Singapore, a 1.1 million square foot fully automated distribution centre that significantly expands its logistics and e-commerce capabilities in Asia Pacific. Supported by the Singapore government, the facility … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Maersk Kenya is ramping up logistics and training support for the country’s avocado exporters ahead of the peak season, introducing technical education, digital resources, and enhanced cold chain capacity to ensure reliable shipments to global markets. Measures include … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) DP World and APM Terminals have formed a strategic partnership at Jeddah Islamic Port, with APM Terminals acquiring a 37.5 percent stake in the Southern Container Terminal while DP World retains operational control. The alliance builds on major … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has ordered eight new 18,600 TEU container vessels from New Times Shipbuilding in China, with deliveries set for 2029 and 2030, as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The 366-metre ships will be more compact than … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Hempel has completed the first-ever application of its next-generation silicone hull coating Hempaguard NB on a newly built vessel, Tangier Maersk, during construction at Yangzijiang Shipyard in China, marking a significant step in integrating advanced coatings into newbuilding … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has taken delivery of the first of six new 9,000-TEU mid-size container vessels, Tangier Mærsk, from Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group in China, three months ahead of schedule. The vessel, equipped with a dual-fuel engine capable of running on … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has opened a new 165,000-square-foot Ground Freight facility in Fontana, California, strengthening its integrated logistics network across Southern California. Located in the Inland Empire, the 24/7 hub improves connectivity, reduces turnaround times by up to five hours … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has announced the first structural return of its MECL service to the trans-Suez route after successful recent canal transits. The change restores the service’s original design, improving efficiency and transit times for customers moving cargo between the … Read the full press release →