Vessel backlog being cleared 20 Oct 2025, Belgium The backlog of vessels at Belgian ports is being cleared, with all departing vessels handled since last night (19 October). READ MORE
Pilots continuing industrial action16 Oct 2025, BelgiumThe union representing pilots at Belgian ports is continuing its action of “maximum rest”.READ MORE Reclamation at Pulau Sudong16 Oct 2025, SingaporeThe work scope…
Shipping movements suspended14 Oct 2025, Durban, South AfricaAll incoming movements at the Port of Durban were suspended today (14 October) due to high swell.READ MORE Marine Services Pulse Survey (2025)14…
Impact of national strike on maritime traffic13 Oct 2025, BelgiumMaritime traffic to/from Antwerp will be suspended from 19.30 hours local time today (13 October) until 07.30 on 15 October, due…
Reinstatement of rock revetment at Mamam Beach10 Oct 2025, SingaporeFrom 15 October 2025 to 15 April 2026, rock revetment reinstatement works will be conducted at Mamam Beach.READ MORE Possible port…
Updated maritime traffic regulations coming into force09 Oct 2025, Turkish Straits, TürkiyeAn updated Directive of Maritime Traffic Regulations for the Turkish Straits will come into force on 13 October.READ MORE…
EURONAVAL is organizing an international conference with the participation of NATO experts on November 5, 2025, in Brussels. EURONAVAL, the world’s largest event dedicated to naval defence and maritime security,…
Possible industrial action by pilots03 Oct 2025, Antwerp/Ghent, BelgiumNegotiations are underway today (3 October) to try to avert a possible strike by sea and river pilots at Antwerp/Ghent.READ MORE Possible…
TPR News October 2025 New TPR publications Are you passionate about inland navigation, intermodality (road, rail, inland waterways), short sea shipping, or rail? Have you written a thesis or dissertation…
Works start on cruise terminal shore power27 Aug 2025, Zeebrugge, BelgiumWork has officially got under way to construct a shore power installation at the cruise terminal at the Zweedse Kaai…
Traffic suspended due to forest fire08 Aug 2025, Dardanelles, TurkiyeVessel traffic in the Dardanelles was suspended in both directions at 15.30 hours local time today (8 August).READ MORE New bunkering…
Flemish pilotage strike25 Jun 2025, BelgiumInbound and outbound traffic at the Port of Antwerp are facing severe disruption due to the ongoing strike by the Flemish Pilotage Service.READ MORE Anchorage…
TPR News May 2025 New TPR publications Share your views through our survey on Acceptance and adoption of innovative digital technologies in the inland waterway transport Complete our survey! TPR…
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General strike impact on shipping31 Mar 2025, BelgiumDue to Flemish pilots joining the general strike called for today (31 March) in Belgium, no vessels operated for the Flemish service last…
Impact of national strike on ports29 Mar 2025, BelgiumThe Belgian trade unions ABVV and ACV are organising a general strike on Monday (31 March).READ MORE
Reduction in permissible beam05 Nov 2024, Chennai, IndiaThe maximum allowable beam of vessels entering JD berths has been limited to 28 metres.READ MORE Tariff adjustments 202505 Nov 2024, Antwerp/Bruges/Zeebrugge, BelgiumThe…
Finnlines is set to launch a new freight service from Finland to London Medway located in Sheerness, with further connections available to Belgium, Spain, and Ireland. The first arrival will…
27th August 2024 – London, UK: P&O Ferries is proud to announce the addition of the Longstone vessel to its fleet, increasing freight capacity on its route between Tilbury near…
Public holidays around the world in the coming two weeks include the following:Thu 15 Aug – Assumption Day (Belgium, Cyprus, Greece)Thu 15 Aug – Independence Day (India)Thu 15 Aug –…
[01 August 2024] – The breakbulk sector is encountering a dynamic and challenging environment as new regulations and initiatives to achieve net-zero emissions reshape the landscape. This year’s AntwerpXL (AXL) exhibition…
Public holidays around the world in the coming two weeks include the following:Sun 21 Jul – Belgian National Day (Belgium)Thu 25 Jul – Day off for Revolution Day (Egypt)Thu 1…
Rebates/concessions on vessel related charges18 Jul 2024, Kandla, IndiaRebates and concessions on vessel related charges have been for vessels scheduled to discharge or load coastal/foreign consignment of coal or coke…
Vlissingen/Flushing, 07 May 2024 – BOW Terminal has been awarded the contract to temporarily store 61 transition pieces (TPs) for the Noirmoutier Wind Farm. Smulders has partnered with BOW Terminal…
Online ship reporting18 Apr 2024, IndiaFollowing observations on maritime security, India has introduced an online Ship Reporting Form to be completed by vessels passing through sensitive regions.READ MORE DSL requirement…