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Shipowners and brokers reported newbuilding contracts for a total of 46 vessels from the containership, dry cargo, gas, ro-pax and tanker sectors

First strike on Houthi militants prompts more ships to divert away from the Red Sea, in addition to the 2m teu of boxship capacity that had avoided the Suez route over the new year period. Meanwhile, Gabon is highlighted as a haven for dark fleet tankers

Eagle Bulk vessel struck by Houthi missile | Diversion surcharges come under spotlight | BlackRock acquires Global Infrastructure Partners

Additional fuel costs are an immediate cause for concern for carriers. But they will need to ensure that surcharges are fair and transparent

Singapore port’s container throughput reached a new high of 39m teu in 2023

GIP has been an investor in several ports and terminals, among other infrastructure projects. New ownership will see it increase assets under management

US and UK forces have launched strikes against Houthi rebels early Friday (local time), the first attacks against the Iran-backed militants since they began sowing chaos in the Red Sea late last year. Biden warns of further measures if required

Key agreement with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority establishes APM Terminals’ interest in participating in the Vadhavan mega port project

Participating companies include Singapore conglomerate Keppel as well as LNG player Pavilion Energy. They will exchange ideas, share technical insights and develop lower carbon research, development and demonstration projects

After the protracted Frontline saga, Euronav is pursuing a directional shift and rebrand as it seeks to combine with Saverys’ family CMB.Tech. Chief executive Alexander Saverys unveiled in a capital markets day plans to order more than 120 low-carbon tankers, bulkers and boxships