Ocean Transportation

The Potential Impact of a Carbon Levy on Shipping Costs

November 20, 2020

James Morgan and James Campbell, SCB Contributors

It's been a year of big changes for the maritime and shipping industries.

Countries Criticize New Shipping Rules to Curb Industry’s Pollution

November 19, 2020

Bloomberg

The International Maritime Organization approved rules designed to curb the shipping industry’s carbon emissions, triggering criticism that its measures won’t do enough to help tackle climate change.

Maersk CEO Expects Biden Presidency to Soothe EU Trade Relations

November 19, 2020

Bloomberg

The chief executive officer of the world’s biggest container shipping company says trade relations between Europe and the U.S. will probably become more “collaborative” under the presidency of Joe Biden.

Cargill to Add Giant Sails to Cargo Ships to Curb Emissions

October 30, 2020

Bloomberg

The initiative will improve the efficiency of whichever new fuels — from hydrogen to liquefied natural gas — are eventually adopted, the agricultural commodities giant says.

Port CEO Wants to Stop Food Rotting on Ships

October 28, 2020

Bloomberg

One of the largest container port operators is calling on the shipping industry to tackle a growing yet often overlooked major environmental problem: spoiled food from hauling produce around the world.

Wind, Solar Are Cheapest Power Source in Most Places, Research Shows

October 21, 2020

Bloomberg

Wind and solar power are the cheapest form of new electricity in most of the world today.

Shippers Near Global Deal to Cut Greenhouse Gas Pollution

October 19, 2020

Bloomberg

After two years of talks, almost 200 countries are nearing a legally-binding agreement to reduce pollution from the world’s cargo ships.

U.K.’s First Free Port Since 2012 to Open Next Year

October 7, 2020

Bloomberg

Britain will open its first free port since 2012 in an effort to boost growth after Brexit, says U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak.

Second Cyberattack in a Week Hits Global Shipping Industry

October 2, 2020

Bloomberg

The cyberattack is raising concern about disruptions to supply chains already straining to move goods heading into the usual peak season for consumer demand.

ZIM Introduces the New Levant - Black Sea Express Service

October 1, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

ZIM has recently announced an upgrade of its East Mediterranean & Black Sea Network, with the introduction of the Levant - Black Sea Express, planned to commence October 6th.

Ocean Transportation

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding ocean transportation and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering container shipments in a more efficient manner than ever before using new services and technologies that provide information en route - allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As ocean cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using ocean shipping solutions to power their supply chains.