Infrastructure (Economics)
Queen Mary of Denmark recently visited APM Terminals Apapa, the busiest port in Nigeria, and met with the Danish Ambassador, Jens Ole Bach Hansen. During her two-day visit, she observed the terminal's environmental sustainability efforts, including the recycling of rubber and plastic waste into valuable products. She also
Infrastructure (Economics)
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is projecting a significant increase in revenue to over ₦1.27 trillion in 2025, representing a 40 percent leap from the ₦894.86 billion it generated in 2024. This ambitious target is anchored on modernization efforts, the activation of the Dangote Refinery's marine
Infrastructure (Economics)
The City of Port Moody, British Columbia is making progress towards its Climate Action Plan by installing new electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at key locations. The addition of public EV chargers aims to support community-wide efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. Mayor Meghan Lahti expressed
International trade
Mozambique is rapidly establishing itself as a vital gateway for global trade and investment, with the country's strategic infrastructure plans positioning it at the forefront of industrialisation and economic integration in Africa. The inaugural Africa Ports, Logistics and Infrastructure Summit, scheduled to take place on September 23, 2025,
International trade
The Jordan Shipping Association (JSA) has released a monthly report highlighting significant growth in the maritime transport sector in May 2025, with Aqaba ports experiencing a notable increase in transit traffic and trade. The growth in transit traffic is attributed to increased demand for goods arriving in the Syrian market
International trade
The Lekki Freeport Terminal, a container operator at Nigeria's deepest seaport, has achieved a 40 percent year-on-year increase in throughput, handling 238,000 TEUs in its first full year of operation. This rise in performance underscores the terminal's growing role in easing trade bottlenecks and improving
International trade
As the 10th anniversary of the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Connectivity Initiative (CCI) is marked, the CCI-ILSTC Trade and Financial Conference kicks off a series of events commemorating the milestone, showcasing the growing interest in the CCI-New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor. The conference highlights the corridor's efficiency and viability, with
International trade
Mawani, the Saudi Ports Authority, has recently announced the introduction of the MEDEX shipping service by CMA CGM at Jeddah Islamic Port. This new service is expected to boost international trade, expand business opportunities, and support national exports by connecting Jeddah Islamic Port with 12 key regional and international ports.
Ports
Vietnam welcomed a staggering 9.2 million international tourists in the first five months of the year, marking a 21.3% increase against the same period in 2024. The surge in visitors has ignited a renewed interest in Vietnam's diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and well-developed infrastructure, making
Exports
Repeated protests in Sindh have wreaked havoc on the country's textile and apparel sector, causing massive delays, cancellations, and potential lootings of export shipments. The Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PHMA) has issued a stern warning to the federal and provincial governments to take immediate action to
Exports
The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) has issued a $40 million insurance policy to support the dredging and development of SOHAR Port and Freezone in Oman. This strategic project will increase the port's throughput capacity, attract high-value industrial investments, and solidify Oman&
Exports
Bangladesh's exports to India are facing a significant blow due to the land port restrictions imposed by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) of India. The restrictions, which affect several key export items including apparel, processed food, and plastics, have dealt a severe blow to Bangladesh'
