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How safe is the port-ship interface? Despite significant advances in technology, procedures, and safety management, the interface between vessels and ports remains one of the highest-risk areas of maritime operations. In this insightful article, Richard Steele, CEO of ICHCA International, explores the critical hazards that continue to contribute to serious incidents and fatalities across cargo handling and port operations, highlighting the importance of collaboration, risk awareness, and a proactive safety culture. Richard has spent more than two decades working to improve safety standards across the ports and cargo handling sector and continues to champion industry-wide knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Recent analysis from ICHCA's Severe Risks Dashboard shows that crush incidents, vehicle collisions, falls, and confined space hazards remain among the leading causes of fatalities in cargo operations, with around three-quarters of incidents occurring during cargo handling activities. Read the full article and discover why safety at the port-ship interface demands constant attention from everyone involved in maritime operations. https://lnkd.in/eGdApcfV #MaritimeSafety #Ports #Shipping #CargoHandling #PortOperations #SafetyCulture #RiskManagement #ICHCA #MaritimeIndustry #HealthAndSafety

Container spot rates are surging across major trades, with Xeneta data showing Far East to US West Coast rates set to exceed 80 per cent above pre-Middle East conflict levels at the start of June, as geopolitical disruption continues to squeeze shipper budgets across all fronthaul trades.    Xeneta Chief Analyst Peter Sand warns shippers still holding out on long-term contracts that rates remain on an upward trajectory even during a traditionally slack period, with the window to limit full-year budget damage narrowing fast.   📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ddVUTenD   #Xeneta #Shipping #GlobalTrade #MiddleEast

Partnership opportunities are still available for the MIS: Technology & Innovation Forum, taking place 27 - 29 October 2026 in Marseille. Bringing together 150+ shipowners, managers, and senior maritime decision-makers, the forum will explore the technologies driving the future of shipping, from AI and IoT to automation, cybersecurity, and alternative fuels. We are offering a limited number of partnership packages across: 🎤 Thought Leadership 🌍 Branding 🤝 Hosting & Networking Position your company alongside the industry leaders shaping maritime’s digital future and connect directly with key decision-makers from across the sector. Get involved today and secure your place in the conversation. https://lnkd.in/euvGAVeX #Maritime #Shipping #MaritimeTechnology #Innovation #AI #Cybersecurity #Automation #SmartShipping #IoT #AlternativeFuels

MPC Container Ships ASA has reported Q1 2026 operating revenues of $118.9 million and a charter backlog of $2.0 billion, with 99 per cent contract coverage for 2026 and fleet utilisation rising to 99.1 per cent despite a year-on-year dip in earnings.   The group's 51-vessel fleet carries approximately 130,000 TEUs, with 17 newbuildings on order set to lift total capacity to around 170,000 TEUs, as full-year guidance targets revenues of $450–460 million and EBITDA of $260–280 million.   📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dwJFDbrw   #MPCC #Shipping #GlobalTrade #Vessels #Maritime

The International Maritime Organization has approved new safety guidelines for ammonia as a marine fuel, marking a significant step towards the commercial deployment of ammonia-powered vessels.    Developed jointly by Lloyd's Register, FOD Mobiliteit en Vervoer / SPF Mobilité et Transports and Exmar, the framework aims to reduce regulatory uncertainty while supporting the safe adoption of ammonia across the shipping sector.   📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/d2nYxG9j   #IMO #AmmoniaFuel #Decarbonisation #Shipping 

🚨 Maritime safety is evolving, are you keeping up? Join the upcoming Maritime Safety Series webinar co-hosted with ICHCA International, for expert insights into the critical challenges, risks, and developments shaping the future of maritime safety. This is your opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders, gain practical knowledge, and stay ahead in an industry where safety can never be compromised.] ⚓ Expert speakers ⚓ Real-world safety insights ⚓ Essential industry updates ⚓ Live online access Whether you work at sea, ashore, in operations, compliance, surveying, or training, this webinar is designed for maritime professionals who want to stay informed and ahead of the curve. 🎟️ Secure your place now: https://lnkd.in/ey5QY2Av

Missed our recent Marine Surveying Masterclass: A Surveyor’s Perspective delivered in partnership with Lloyd's Maritime Academy? The webinar is now available to watch on demand -> https://lnkd.in/e3HSWQta Industry experts came together to discuss: ⚓ The future of marine surveying ⚓ Evolving skills across the maritime sector ⚓ Professional development opportunities ⚓ Practical surveying challenges and career progression The session offered valuable insights for maritime professionals looking to enhance their knowledge and stay ahead in the industry. Watch the webinar on demand today. https://lnkd.in/e3HSWQta

BIMCO has published new guidance to support safe vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz. Developed with ICS, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association) and OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum), the document sets out operational considerations for voyage-specific threat and risk assessments, including vessel movement, waiting positions, congestion, routing and sanctions exposure. Read more on Maritime Information Services: https://lnkd.in/dMsd8DfF

Severe cargo-handling accidents continue to put lives, operations, and supply chains at risk across the maritime industry. Join the Maritime Information Services Safety Series webinar: 🗓️ 17 June 2026 ⏰ 13:00–15:00 BST 🎟️ Free to attend This session will bring together leading voices from shipping, terminals, and maritime safety to discuss: 🔹 Eliminating severe cargo-handling accidents 🔹 Real-world lessons from frontline operations 🔹 Safety culture & operational risk reduction 🔹 Compliance and best practice across ship & shore 🔹 Practical strategies to improve maritime safety performance Featuring experts from organisations including Swire Shipping, GREENWICH TERMINALS LLC, ICHCA International, and more. If safety, compliance, and operational performance matter to your organisation, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ey5QY2Av #MaritimeSafety #Shipping #Ports #CargoHandling #HSEQ #RiskManagement #MaritimeIndustry #SupplyChain #SafetyFirst

New analysis from Sea-Intelligence reveals a deeply divided picture of schedule reliability across global shipping trade lanes, with some corridors achieving high stability while others remain structurally volatile.    The divide is most stark across the two primary Asia-Europe trades, with Asia-Mediterranean emerging as the industry's strongest reliability performer while Asia-North Europe has become the most predictable lane on the main east-west network, despite a sharp drop in Gold Standard services.   📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dE2pYDQV   #ScheduleReliability #Shipping #GlobalTrade #Maritime