International trade
Walvis Bay, once a shining example of Namibia's logistics prowess, has slipped in the latest global port efficiency rankings, prompting a national call to action. The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) attributes the decline to global shipping disruptions, but this explanation, while valid, cannot absolve the country of its
Tariffs
The Hainan Provincial People's Government has introduced the "Hainan Free Trade Port 'Zero Tariff' Goods Account Book Management Measures" to ensure efficient supervision of "zero tariff" goods and better release of policy dividends. The measures consist of three chapters and 26 articles,
International trade
The US government has begun imposing fees on Chinese ships docking at American ports, a move aimed at countering China's dominance of commercial shipbuilding. The fees, which will take effect on the same day as new tariffs on Chinese goods, are part of a broader trade war between
Tariffs
The Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) has announced plans to implement a tariff hike on port services, effective October 15, marking the first increase in nearly four decades. The move has triggered strong opposition from trade bodies, exporters, importers, and port users, who fear it will raise costs, fuel inflation, and
Exports
Inner Mongolia's Manzhouli port has experienced a remarkable surge in cross-border e-commerce exports to countries participating in the construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative. From January to August this year, the total value of goods exported under the "9610" model exceeded 700 million
Economic development
India's access to Afghanistan and Central Asia through Iran's Chabahar Port, a strategic lifeline for New Delhi, faces a significant challenge as the United States has revoked sanctions exemptions previously granted under the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act (IFCA). The move, effective September 29, 2025, could
Economic development
Geraint Evans, CEO of the UK Major Ports Group, has praised Morocco's ambitious strategy in developing its ports, recognizing their crucial role in today's and tomorrow's economy. The expansion of the Kingdom's ports, including the recent announcement by DP World to launch
Economic development
The state of Amapa in Brazil has been focused on bolstering its logistics infrastructure to enhance competitiveness. To this effect, the Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, signed a commitment term guaranteeing the paving of the Port of Santana in Amapa. This move aims to increase cargo flow
Exports
When a large soybean processing facility in South Carolina suddenly closed in the spring, SC Ports collaborated with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) and private stakeholders to develop export outlets for area farmers. As a result, farmers were able to quickly work through a surplus of over three
Exports
Gujarat's coastline, boasting a 1,600-kilometre stretch, has enabled the state to dominate India's export scene, capturing 30.7 per cent of the nation's total exports in 2025. With a robust port infrastructure comprising 49 ports, including the major Deendayal Port (Kandla), Gujarat handles
Economic development
The Ministry of Ports and Airports in Brazil has launched the Investe + Aeroportos program, aimed at transforming airport terminals granted to private initiative into business centers. The initiative seeks to attract investments in various sectors, such as retail, healthcare, education, logistics, and hospitality, thereby integrating airports with local economies. According
Economic development
The Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, has signed a commitment term to pave the port of Santana in Amapa, Brazil. This initiative aims to strengthen the region's logistics infrastructure and contribute to Brazil's competitiveness. The planned investment of R 12 million will recover
