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CMA CGM | FAK Rates - From Europe to India & Pakistan

AJOT Newsroom | March 19, 2026 | Maritime

In a continued effort to provide customers with reliable and efficient service, CMA CGM announces an increase on our Freight All Kind (FAK) rates as follows as from April 1st, 2026.

Hornblower announces historic Steelpointe Shipyard expansion

AJOT Newsroom | March 19, 2026 | Maritime

Hornblower Group announced the expansion of its industry-leading facilities and extensive offerings on the historic Bridgeport waterfront.

Accelleron and HD HMS part-load optimization driving fuel savings on Hapag-Lloyd container vessels

AJOT Newsroom | March 19, 2026 | Maritime

Accelleron and HD HMS (HD Hyundai Marine Solution) have conducted Engine Part Load Optimization (EPLO) projects on two vessels owned by the leading container line Hapag-Lloyd.

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Stas Margaronis | March 19, 2026

AWO criticizes Trump’s Jones Act Waiver

As fuel prices surge, Trump’s Jones Act waiver allows foreign vessels into U.S. trade—prompting fierce debate over economic impact, job loss, and domestic shipping stability.

CMA CGM | PSS - From Asia to West Africa Central & South Ranges | China to East Africa, South Africa & Maldives

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Maritime

In a continued effort to provide our customers with reliable and efficient services, CMA CGM informs its customers of the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS)*:

CMA CGM | Advisory #10 - Middle East – Emergency Fuel Surcharge Update

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Maritime

Further to the Advisory #6 regarding the implementation of an Emergency Fuel Surcharge, the fuel market has experienced a significant surge driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Near and Middle East.

CMA CGM | PSS - From Türkiye to Latin America

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Maritime

From March 16th, 2026 (loading date) until further notice (April 3rd, 2026 for countries US territories & Latam countries subject to notice)

CMA CGM: PEARL (PRX) - New direct calls in Indian Subcontinent

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Maritime

CMA CGM is pleased to announce an important upgrade to our PEARL (PRX) service, aimed at further enhancing our connectivity and coverage on the West Indian Subcontinent and South China to US West Coast trade.

Columbia Group CEO Mark O’ Neil calls for new era of partnership-based ship management at special industry event

AJOT Newsroom | March 16, 2026 | Maritime

The president and CEO of Columbia Group has called for a shift in the traditional ship management model towards a more integrated partnership approach, arguing that the future of the industry lies in closer alignment between shipowners and managers.

Damen unveils first Waterbus 2907 Electric

AJOT Newsroom | March 16, 2026 | Maritime

The fully electric vessel is designed to provide sustainable public transport in urban areas, operating with extremely low levels of wash and zero emissions. The shipbuilder has introduced the vessel at a special event at Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam.

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AJOT Newsroom | March 16, 2026

Evergreen Marine Corporation strengthens reefer fleet and cold chain network

Evergreen Marine strengthens its global cold chain network with its first order of 6,000 Daikin ZeSTIA reefer containers, boosting energy-efficient temperature control for transporting fresh produce and other perishable cargo worldwide.

Signal Ocean: Vessel transits vs vessel count inside Hormuz

AJOT Newsroom | March 13, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk | By The Numbers

As tensions in the Middle East persist, concerns continue to grow over the risk of prolonged disruption to maritime trade. Attention is increasingly focused on signs of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, particularly as the United States continues to challenge vessel transits in the area.

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AJOT Newsroom | March 13, 2026

What do you do when your ship and crew ends up in a conflict zone with no reliable position?

As GNSS jamming and AIS spoofing escalate across global shipping routes, maritime operators are turning to independent PNT systems to verify vessel position and maintain safe navigation in contested waters...

Finnlines’ Annual Report and Sustainability Review 2025 now released

AJOT Newsroom | March 13, 2026 | Maritime | By The Numbers

Targeted investments in new vessels, the rationalization of the ro-ro fleet, and investments in passenger services strengthened Finnlines' position in its core markets.

Oil tankers burn as Iranian strikes defy Trump’s claim to have won the war

Reuters | March 12, 2026 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk

Two tankers were ablaze in an Iraqi port on Thursday after a hit by suspected Iranian explosive-laden boats, a step up in attacks that have cut off oil from the Middle East and defied Donald Trump's claim to have won the war he launched two weeks ago.

OceanScore strengthens position among third-party ship managers with Wallem partnership

AJOT Newsroom | March 12, 2026 | Green Shipping | Maritime

OceanScore has been selected by Wallem Group to support the commercial management of emissions compliance across its managed fleet.

Advancements at the CMA Shipping Conference and Expo 2026

The Panama Canal Administrator, Dr. Ricaurte Vásquez Morales, took part in the Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) Shipping Conference and Expo 2026, which brings together major stakeholders in the global maritime industry.

INTERCARGO urges vigilance and reaffirms priority on seafarer safety

AJOT Newsroom | March 12, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk

The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has expressed deep concern over the rapidly evolving security situation in the Gulf waters and the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the safety and wellbeing of seafarers must remain the industry’s overriding priority.

AAL Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) announcement

AJOT Newsroom | March 12, 2026 | Maritime | Breakbulk News

Due to recent geopolitical developments and the resulting exponential increase in global bunker prices, an Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) is being applied to all cargo carried by the AAL fleet as per the following:

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