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Germany Imports First LNG From the U.S. at New Uniper Terminal

Berlin fast-tracked its first LNG import terminals by renting five floating storage and re-gasification units.

The Hoegh Esperanza FSRU approaches Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on December 15. Photo: Bloomberg

How to Avoid Demurrage, Detention and Storage Charges

Two years of logistics logjams have burdened ocean shippers with costly increases in demurrage, detention and storage fees.

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Insurers End War-Risk Cover for Shipping Across Russia, Ukraine and Belarus

At least 12 of the 13 Protection and Indemnity (P&I) clubs — which cover 90% of the world’s ocean-going ships, including those from the U.K. and the U.S. — said they would no longer be able to provide coverage.

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Making International Logistics Sustainable: The Dry Port Concept

The best approach to encouraging intermodal transportation in the hinterland is through the dry port concept.

Exxon Is Avoiding Tankers That Previously Transported Russian Oil

Moves by big firms such as Exxon and Shell are increasing the pressure on owners to choose between serving Russian and non-Russian interests.

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U.S. Container Imports Are Plummeting at Year End

The first reports from gateways on both coasts suggest container imports turned sharply downward last month.

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Commodity Shippers Nearing Insurance Cliff for Vessels to Russia

If the big reinsurers do ultimately stop covering Russia and Ukraine marine business, shipowners might turn to insurance from Chinese or Turkish firms.

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Germany Eyes Arrival of First LNG Vessel to Ease Gas Crunch

The ship’s arrival during northwest Europe’s first major cold snap this winter highlights the need for new gas supplies after Russia slashed deliveries in retaliation for the continent’s support for Ukraine.

The Hoegh Esperanza FSRU approaches Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on December 15. Photo: Bloomberg

Podcast | A New Report Card on Ships’ Carbon Emissions

A new mandatory report card for carbon emissions by ships of greater than 5,000 gross tons has huge implications for the commercial maritime industry.

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Port of Los Angeles Cargo Lighter in November

Executive Director Gene Seroka said cargo that has shifted away from West Coast ports due to protracted labor negotiations.

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Russian Ship Insurer Says It Won't Fill Void Caused by Sanctions

The comments leave unanswered questions about how tankers moving Russia’s oil will get insurance if international firms don’t do so.

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Shippers Explore Transport Alternatives to Manage Congested Freight Networks

Today’s small-vehicle expedited shipping offers shippers faster delivery and increased agility, which can be a competitive advantage in today’s challenging marketplace.

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