Monroe Port in Michigan will launch its first international container terminal compliant with the Safe Port Act in 2026, breaking a long-standing bottleneck in container transportation. The new terminal will provide convenient services for export and import businesses, promote regional economic development, and achieve efficient and cost-effective container shipping.
Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding has successfully delivered the 210,000-ton bulk carrier 'Sumei' and the 180,000-ton bulk carrier 'Shandong Dechang', marking the delivery of the 250th and 251st ships with independent intellectual property rights. This accomplishment demonstrates the company's leadership in green shipping and technological innovation.
Since its opening in 1965, Jurong Port has continually expanded and upgraded, becoming the largest bulk cargo port in Asia. With strong vessel acceptance capacity and advanced logistics facilities, it plays a vital role in supporting Singapore's economy and the global supply chain.
Recently, the Ministry of Transport announced adjustments to the macro-control policy for the transportation market of bulk liquid hazardous goods in coastal provincial routes. The new policy emphasizes principles of openness and fairness, aiming to optimize market entry and improve transportation efficiency through overall control and selection mechanisms, thereby promoting sustainable development in the industry.
Types of warehouse yards include container yards, general cargo yards, and bulk cargo yards, each with distinct characteristics and functions. Container yards focus on large cargo containers, emphasizing layout for optimized transfer; general cargo yards deal with various packaging forms requiring categorized management; while bulk cargo yards prioritize unpackaged small granular goods, needing protection from weather.
Bangladesh has reached a collaboration with a Japanese company to jointly develop the Matarbari deep sea port in the Cox's Bazar region, aimed at enhancing international trade capacity and economic growth. The new port will feature a 460-meter container terminal and a 300-meter multipurpose terminal, with an expected handling capacity of 2.6 million TEUs, and is set to be completed by 2029.
Since its takeover by the New Mocha Port Authority in 2022, New Mocha Port has emerged as a significant cargo hub on India's west coast. The port focuses on handling dry bulk, liquid bulk, and containerized cargo. In the future, efforts will be made to enhance service levels through infrastructure development and digital transformation, aiming to strengthen its global competitiveness.
Chandigarh Airport is a civil and military airport located 9 kilometers from the city center of Chandigarh, India. With an elevation of 314 meters and a runway length of 2744 meters, it facilitates air travel. The planned international terminal is set to be completed by December 2015, making it the second-largest international airport in Punjab. Future developments include terminal and runway expansions to accommodate larger aviation demands.
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow is the thirteenth busiest airport in India, located in the city of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It provides essential domestic and international air services. Built in 1986, it was upgraded to an international airport in 2012. The airport features two terminals: Terminal 1 serves international flights while Terminal 2 caters to domestic ones. Its transportation network connects multiple major cities, contributing to the economic development of the region.
The bulk shipping market outlook is optimistic, with port congestion and domestic demand aiding in the absorption of capacity. New ship deliveries must be managed to stabilize rental rates.
