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Maersk Sets $800 Heavy Weight Surcharge on Far East-Middle East Cargo
Maersk is introducing new heavy weight surcharge thresholds on Far East shipments, including an $800 charge on 40-foot containers above…
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Aqaba Transit Traffic Surges as Regional Trade Routes Shift
Transit cargo through Aqaba has risen sharply in 2026, led by container traffic to Iraq and stronger volumes across dry…
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Higher Asia Freight Rates Raise Cost Pressures on Egyptian Trade
Freight rates from major Chinese ports to Damietta are adding cost pressure across Egyptian trade, with 20-foot container rates reaching…
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Port of Mukalla Records Improved Commercial Vessel Activity
Commercial vessel activity is improving at the Port of Mukalla, where container, rice and wheat cargoes are currently being handled…
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Syria’s General Authority for Borders and Customs Joins Mediterranean Maritime Security Seminar in Egypt
A Syrian delegation joined an international maritime security seminar in Cairo and Alexandria, discussing anti-smuggling cooperation, maritime intelligence, inspections and…
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Etihad Rail and AD Ports Group Launch Fujairah–ICAD Rail Freight Service
Etihad Rail and AD Ports Group have launched a direct rail freight connection between Fujairah Terminals and ICAD, integrating port,…
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Maersk Adds Salalah to AE15 Asia-Europe Service Rotation
Maersk has added Salalah to the rotation of its AE15 Asia-Europe service, with the revised route linking ports across Asia,…
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Iraq Says War Impact on Transport Projects Limited as Port Trade Continues
Iraq’s Ministry of Transport says regional war disruptions have had a limited impact on transport projects as ports remain active…
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Red Sea Ports Authority Wins Maritime Tourism Excellence Award
Red Sea Ports Authority has been recognized for its efforts to advance maritime tourism and improve services across its ports…
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Maersk Imposes Emergency Freight Surcharges Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
Maersk has introduced emergency freight surcharges, alternative routings and booking restrictions for shipments affected by Strait of Hormuz disruptions.