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Splash247

ports May 14, 2026

ICTSI Challenges Costa Rica Port Deal Awarded to Maersk-Hapag Lloyd

The Philippine terminal operator, International Container Terminal Services, has successfully secured a formal review of the Puerto Caldera concession in Costa Rica, which was awarded to a consortium supported by Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, as reported by Splash247. Costa Rica's Comptroller General's Office has acknowledged ICTSI's appeal.

Puerto Caldera (CR)

Splash247

Splash247

market May 14, 2026

Top Shipmanager CEO to Speak at Splash Singapore Summit

Bjorn Hojgaard, CEO of Anglo-Eastern Univan Group, is set to speak at the upcoming Splash Singapore event, which is quickly becoming a leading shipowner summit in Asia, as reported by Splash247. Hojgaard will address key industry issues at the event organized by the team behind Geneva Dry.

Splash247

Splash247

technology May 14, 2026

Emotion AI's Impact on the Shipping Industry

Wolfgang Lehmacher explores the integration of emotion AI in the shipping industry, as reported by Splash247. The technology, which is already being used in offices and call centers to assess emotions, is now being considered for ships and ports.

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gCaptain

fleet May 13, 2026

Davie Defense Secures $3.5 Billion Contract for Arctic Security Cutters

Davie Defense has finalized a $3.5 billion contract with the U.S. Coast Guard to construct five new Arctic Security Cutters, marking a significant advancement in the Coast Guard's Arctic fleet expansion, as reported by gCaptain.

gCaptain

gCaptain

regulations May 13, 2026

Damen's Fuel Flexible Tugs Ready for Future Challenges

The Damen Fuel Flexible Tugs range is poised to meet future industry challenges, as highlighted by gCaptain. The article discusses the impact of recent regulations on the maritime sector.

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Seatrade Maritime

ports May 13, 2026

CMA CGM to Invest $820M in Mombasa Port Expansion

CMA CGM plans to invest $820 million in Kenya's Port of Mombasa to enhance its cargo-handling capacity, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This investment aims to address the port's current operational limits.

Port of Mombasa (KE)

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gCaptain

market May 13, 2026

IEA Warns of Potential Global Oil Demand Contraction Amid Hormuz Crisis

The International Energy Agency has issued a warning about the ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, stating it could lead to the first global oil demand contraction since the pandemic, as reported by gCaptain. This situation is described as one of the largest oil market shocks in modern history.

gCaptain

gCaptain

security May 13, 2026

Trump Visits Beijing Amid Iran's Influence Over Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in resolving the conflict in Iran without China's assistance, as he headed to Beijing for a summit with President Xi Jinping, according to gCaptain. The discussions come as Iran increases its control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

gCaptain

gCaptain

accidents May 13, 2026

Historic $2.25B Settlement in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Case

A record $2.25 billion settlement has been reached by the State of Maryland with the owner and operator of the containership Dali, marking a significant milestone in maritime legal history, as reported by gCaptain. This settlement follows the collapse of the Baltimore Key Bridge.

Dali (container)

gCaptain

gCaptain

operations May 13, 2026

Hapag-Lloyd Reports Loss Amid Strait of Hormuz and Weather Disruptions

Hapag-Lloyd experienced a significant drop in first-quarter earnings due to severe weather and Middle East conflicts, as reported by gCaptain. The container shipping giant cited increased costs and operational challenges as key factors.

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