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Ports of Indiana ships second-highest annual total with 13M tons in 2024

Ports of Indiana shipped 13 million tons of cargo in 2024, the second-highest annual volume in the port authority’s 60-year history. Cargo shipments increased during the fourth straight year for the statewide port authority, up 3 percent from 2023 and second best to the 2018 record of 14.8 million tons.

WiseStella addresses seafarer well-being challenge

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

Amidst growing concern about workplace harassment, bullying, stress and fatigue, the Wise Well-Being module has been developed in collaboration with HR experts and psychologists to identify and address a number of important issues, ultimately enhancing seafarer safety, contentment and retention.

JAXPORT completes first of two vehicle berth expansions at Blount Island

Contractors for the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) have completed a year-long construction project to expand vehicle Berth 22 at the port’s Blount Island Marine Terminal. The berth is the first of two vehicle berth projects in a $60 million total initiative to increase efficiencies and accommodate additional vehicle vessel calls.

CMA CGM Announcement: FAK Rates - From the Mediterranean to Far East

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

Please find the new applicable CMA CGM Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates (*) as follows as from March 1st, 2025 until further notice...

NextWave Seafarers Project launched to bridge global seafarer gap

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

A groundbreaking initiative led by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) aims to address the global seafarer shortage while creating career opportunities for aspiring seafarers from developing nations.

Finnlines’ Finncanopus marks one year of service, doubles passenger numbers

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

Finnlines’ Superstar-class vessel Finncanopus celebrates its first anniversary on 16 February 2025. The two Superstar vessels have significantly reduced the carbon footprint of the route.

Seafarer salaries have risen but so have retention rates, Danica survey reveals

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

In its survey of in-house crew managers in ship owning and shipmanagement companies, almost 90% reported that they had increased salaries in 2024. Only seven per cent said they had not raised crew wages over the past year. Companies were more generous too – with increases above those reported in the 2023 survey, except for junior ratings.

AURELIA partners with The Ocean Cleanup to explore sustainable propulsion technologies

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

AURELIA, a leader in sustainable maritime solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with The Ocean Cleanup to conduct a feasibility study for innovative propulsion systems.

Damen unveils new Logistics Support Ship range

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

Damen Shipyards Group has announced the introduction of a new range of naval support vessels. The Logistics Support Ship (LSS) series will play an important role in extending the operational reach of naval forces, enabling sustained deployment and cost-effectively enhancing logistical support capabilities.

MSC Service Announcement

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime

As part of their newly launched standalone East/West Network, MSC is delighted to announce innovative enhancements for two key transatlantic services.

Strategies to boost efficiency in breakbulk cargo shipping

AJOT Newsroom | February 13, 2025 | Maritime | Breakbulk News

This article explores the key differences between containerized freight and breakbulk cargo, the complexities of breakbulk shipping, strategies to enhance efficiency, and market overview.

CMA CGM creates electric barge solution to serve Vietnam operations

AJOT Newsroom | February 12, 2025 | Maritime

The CMA CGM Group is building a brand-new zero-emission inland waterway transport solution in Vietnam, featuring a 100% electric barge powered by batteries and a charging infrastructure powered by a new solar farm at the deep-sea terminal of Gemalink.

Brunswick now the nation’s top port for autos, heavy equipment

At the Brunswick State of the Port event, Georgia Ports President and CEO Griff Lynch said Colonel’s Island Terminal has become the nation’s busiest port for autos and heavy equipment, handling more than 2 million tons of Roll-on/Roll-off cargo in 2024.

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AJOT Newsroom | February 12, 2025

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron visit the CMA CGM Group Headquarters in Marseille

Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO, welcomed Narendra Modi and Emmanuel Macron to the CMA CGM Group headquarters in Marseille as part of the Indian Prime Minister's state visit to France. With a 34-year presence in India and a workforce of 17,000 employees, the CMA CGM Group connects the country to the rest of the world through 19 maritime services.

IAMPE Congratulates recent Tampa MPM and MPE graduates

AJOT Newsroom | February 12, 2025 | Maritime

The International Association of Maritime and Port Executives (IAMPE) is pleased to announce its latest class of Maritime Port Managers (MPM) and Maritime Port Executives (MPE), who completed their certifications in Tampa, FL, USA the week of February 3-7,2025.

MSC Announcement: Bunker Recovery Charge and Peak Season Surcharges

AJOT Newsroom | February 12, 2025 | Maritime

Please see CORRECTION regarding BRC - Bunker Recovery Charge levels for Export USA REEFER cargo via USA to Mexico and USA to Canada as follows...

Wallenius Wilhelmsen closes record-year with another solid quarter

AJOT Newsroom | February 12, 2025 | Maritime

Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen and Rossilini’s Four-10 sign REV Ocean outfitting contract

AJOT Newsroom | February 11, 2025 | Maritime

On February 6, 2025 Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen (DSV) and Rossilini’s Four-10 signed a contract for the outfitting of the REV Ocean. The contract covers both the interior and exterior of the state-of-the-art research and expedition vessel. The workscope will take place in DSV’s covered drydock.

IRClass Academy successfully concludes Bespoke Training for Zodiac Maritime

AJOT Newsroom | February 11, 2025 | Maritime

IRClass Academy, the training arm of Indian Register of Shipping successfully conducted a one-day training programme on the Recruitment and Placement Services License (RPSL) and the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) exclusively for Zodiac Maritime Agencies (India) Pvt. Ltd.

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AJOT Newsroom | February 11, 2025

Panama more than a canal: Promoting sustainability and community development

As part of its mission as an economic engine and a pillar of sustainability, the Panama Canal remains committed to the socioeconomic and environmental development of the communities within the Panama Canal watershed. Our comprehensive socio-environmental management strategy seeks to ensure the well-being of residents and the sustainability of the water resources that are essential to both the nation and global commerce.

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