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MSC Announcement: Francis Scott Key Bridge, contingency plans for cargo from ECSA

AJOT | March 29, 2024 | Maritime

Following the tragic incident regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge, and further to the initial communication on the subject, MSC will be implementing the following contingency plans for cargo onboard the below vessels...

Carriers declare force majeure after Baltimore bridge incident

AJOT | March 28, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

The Port of Baltimore is closed indefinitely due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge.

Signal Tanker - Weekly Market Monitor

AJOT | March 28, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk

Snapshot of crude and product freight rates, supply-demand

Ocean Infinity signs Global Framework Agreement with Shell for subsea data capture services

AJOT | March 28, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Technology

Ocean Infinity, a world leader in robotic and uncrewed vessel technology, has announced the signing of a Global Framework Agreement (GFA) with Shell, marking a significant milestone in the provision of lean-crewed and robotic seabed geomatics, spanning geophysical and geotechnical services, within the offshore energy sector.

IMRF launches #FutureSAR Report to address climate change impact on maritime SAR operations

AJOT | March 28, 2024 | Green Shipping | Maritime

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AJOT | Top Story | March 28, 2024

Asia-Pacific Maritime meet 2024 in Singapore surpasses expectations

The latest edition of the Asia-Pacific Maritime Conference and Event (APM) 2024 surpassed all expectations in delegates attending the event...

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AJOT | Top Story | March 28, 2024

Yang Ming announces 2025 Trans-Pacific service network

Following the previous announcement of unwavering 2024 service product, Yang Ming unveils its 2025 Trans-Pacific service network.

Bridge disaster leaves some US coal miners with few options

Bloomberg | March 28, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk

Drewry’s World Container Index - 28 Mar

AJOT | March 28, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased by 3% to $2,929 per 40ft container this week.

Baltimore bridge may trigger historic marine loss, says Lloyd’s of London

Bloomberg | March 28, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping | Ports & Terminals

Insurance payouts for Tuesday’s collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore could be among the largest ever in marine insurance, according to Lloyd’s of London Chief Executive Officer John Neal.

Maritime disasters shed light on legal future of bridge collapse

Bloomberg | March 28, 2024 | Maritime

Years of legal battles are in store for the owner of the ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore this week, to judge by past disasters.

Ford, GM divert shipments as bridge collapse upends supplies

Bloomberg | March 27, 2024 | Maritime | Breakbulk News | Ports & Terminals

The US automotive supply chain will be disrupted by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, dealing another blow to America’s automotive ecosystem still recovering from pandemic-related setbacks.

Ship that crashed into Baltimore bridge has a troubled history

Bloomberg | March 27, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

The ship that struck and destroyed a Baltimore bridge on Tuesday morning has a checkered history, including at least one earlier collision and propulsion worries.