Arvato has introduced two Boston Dynamics Stretch robots at its Kentucky campus, designed to autonomously unload loose-loaded boxes from containers.

Canada’s supply chain is under severe strain as ports in British Columbia brace for a strike on Monday, while Montreal is already experiencing disruptions due to ongoing labour actions.

Ports across the US outline targeted plans to utilise EPA funding to accelerate the shift to zero-emission equipment and infrastructure.

Kalmar CEO Sami Niiranen says demand has been stable over the past five quarters ranging at € 400m per quarter.

Port of Montreal says container ships have started to divert to other ports as an indefinite strike starts at Termont’s Viau and Maisonneuve terminals.

The Scottish port of Greenock is playing host to an experimental wind-assisted cargo ship, with technology manufactured locally and getting ready for deployment around the world.

Longshoremen to be locked out at Vancouver and Prince Rupert as the ILWU digs its heels in over manning levels for remotely operated cranes.

The Port of Montreal’s longshoremen began a strike, prompting the Maritime Employers Association to suspend salary guarantees for non-working staff.

United European Car Carriers has contracted a Chinese shipyard for up to four eco-friendly PCTCs, enhancing its fleet’s environmental performance.

In September 2024, the Port of New York and New Jersey handled 779,388 TEU, an 18% increase compared to September 2023.

Ocean Network Express reported a 65% rise in Q2 FY2024 revenue and raised its full-year profit forecast to US$ 3,095m.

There is renewed interest in alternatives to the Panama Canal. Meanwhile, terminal operators continue to invest to serve regional markets and produce exporters.