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Global bunker indices maintain upward trend

At the end of the 14th week of the year, the global bunker indices of Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) maintained a moderate upward trend.

The 380 HSFO index increased by 5.94 USD, rising from 503.31 USD/MT last week to 508.53 USD/MT, the VLSFO index edged up by 3.85 USD, remaining at 587.68 USD/MT, while the MGO index climbed by 5.94 USD, from 768.81 USD/MT last week to 774.75 USD/MT.


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Potential Implications of India-UAE-Sri Lanka Energy Hub Agreement

The agreement between India, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Sri Lanka to develop an energy hub in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, marks a significant geopolitical and economic maneuver in the Indian Ocean region.

Trincomalee’s natural deep-water harbor has long been recognized for its strategic value.

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Operational strain mounts on Yemen’s ports as conflict intensifies

In the turbulent arena of Yemen’s protracted conflict, the nation’s ports remain under intense strain—each shaped by geography, politics, and the shifting tides of war.

In the south, the Port of Aden, under the control of the Saudi-backed government, has maintained relative operational stability. Though spared from direct attacks in recent months, Aden faces mounting challenges. A surge in maritime traffic—driven by disruptions in the north—has stretched its logistical capabilities to the limit.

https://container-news.com/operational-strain-mounts-on-yemens-ports-as-conflict-intensifies/

Kuehne+Nagel signs MoU with Chinese car manufacturer

Kuehne+Nagel and Changan Automobile, a Chinese car manufacturer, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop aftermarket logistics for electric vehicle models across the European market, including the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and France.

The Chinese brand is expected to benefit from Kuehne+Nagel’s expertise in spare part logistics, especially through its automotive campus located in Helmond, the Netherlands, a 22,000m² multi-customer site.

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https://container-news.com/kuehnenagel-signs-mou-with-chinese-car-manufacturer/

GL Terminal invests in Envilog to improve logistics offerings in Indonesia

GL Terminal, an integrated logistics service provider based in East Jakarta, Indonesia, has acquired a 30% equity stake in Envilog, a digital logistics platform that connects port terminals, depots, trucking providers, and Customs authorities across Indonesia.

Finalized in March 2025, the investment is designed to close the gap between physical infrastructure and digital systems, according to Paul Good, chairman of GL Terminal.


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Berbera Port: A beacon of strategic importance in Sub-Saharan Africa

As Somaliland’s Berbera Port continues to develop under the auspices of significant international partnerships and investments, its role in shaping the geopolitical landscape of Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond remains indispensable.

In 2023, Berbera Port in Somaliland was recognized as the best port in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to the latest World Bank report.

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Bidding opens for energy products pipeline at Panama Canal

The Panama Canal Board of Directors has authorized the launch of a bidding process for the development of a new pipeline for the transfer of energy products.

The new pipeline is expected to complement operations in the interoceanic waterway.

This complementary activity will be incorporated into the sustainable development of the Panama Canal’s West Bank route, which includes activities and alternatives to transporting products by sea.


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Maritime Security Conference: Weaponised Commercial Shipping amid Increased Volatility

A Maritime Security Conference, held in Athens, Greece, and organized by Greece’s Foreign Affairs Institute in collaboration with the University of Piraeus and the Mackinder Forum, captured significant attention with its insightful discussions.

The conference centered around the theme of increasing volatility in global trade, emphasizing the emerging reality of commercial shipping being weaponized in the coming years.

Alexandros Itimoudis, Container News representative, noted several key opinions...

https://container-news.com/maritime-security-conference/

Maersk and OCP Group strengthen cooperation with new MoU

OCP Group, through its Specialty Products & Solutions (SPS) Strategic Business Unit, and Maersk have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their long-standing collaboration and jointly advance innovative, resilient, and sustainable supply chain solutions.

This long standing partnership between the two companies is now focussing on delivering agile, digitalized, and sustainable logistics solutions to support OCP’s international growth – particularly through its SPS business...

https://container-news.com/maersk-and-ocp-group-strengthen-cooperation-with-new-mou/

RCL partners with Lloyd’s Register to drive fleet optimisation and emissions reduction

Regional Container Lines (RCL) partners with Lloyd’s Register OneOcean to drive fleet optimisation and emissions reduction.

The collaboration aims to enhance the carrier’s fleet efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and support its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability.

Under the agreement, RCL has subscribed to LR OneOcean’s voyage optimisation platform, which provides real-time voyage planning, dynamic weather routing, and intelligent speed management.

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