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VICT protest update
Attention: Shipping Manager Further to our broadcast yesterday, FTA have advised that VICT remains closed today due to ongoing security concerns. Police are still present at the scene whilst the ZIM vessel remains at berth. VICT officials are hopeful
DP World Industrial Action further update + VICT protest
Attention: Shipping Manager Further information has been received from FTA in relation to protected industrial action extending to 3rd February 2024. A full list of upcoming protected industrial action is attached. We have also been informed of ongoing protests
DP World Industrial Action Update
Attention: Shipping Manager Further information has been received from FTA in relation to protected industrial action extending to 30th January 2024. A full list of upcoming protected industrial action is attached. We will continue to update you with further
Industry Update – January 2024
Attention: Shipping Manager Situation in USA: Panama Canal Low Water Surcharge Due to the continued drought in Panama, the Panama Canal is experiencing severe state of low water and congestion as mentioned in previous broadcasts. With increasing costs
Red Sea and Suez Canal Situation – Update
Attention: Shipping Manager Further to yesterday’s broadcast, we have now had confirmation from several shipping lines of additional charges being introduced due to the situation in the Red Sea. Vessels are being diverted through the Cape of Good Hope
Red Sea and Suez Canal Situation
Attention: Shipping Manager Over the past few days, several containerships have been attacked while sailing the Red Sea. As a result, many shipping lines have announced the suspension of vessel movements via the Red Sea and vessels have been
DP World Industrial Action Update
Attention: Shipping Manager Information obtained from FTA has outlined advice received from DP World in relation to continued work bans and stoppages, for the period Monday 18 December through to Monday 8 January 2024. A full list of upcoming
DP World Industrial Action Update
Attention: Shipping Manager Information obtained from FTA has outlined advice received from DP World in relation to continued work bans and stoppages, for the period Monday 18 December through to Sunday 31 December 2023. A full list of upcoming
Christmas & New Year Operating Hours
Attention: Shipping Manager Please be advised of our Operating Hours during the Christmas & New Year period as follows: Date Status Tuesday 19th December Standard Hours Wednesday 20th December Standard Hours Thursday 21st December Standard Hours
Industry Update – December 2023
Attention: Shipping Manager Situation in USA: Carriers announce surcharges as Panama Canal restrictions tighten and queue grows Due to capacity reductions at the Panama Canal’s capacity, major shipping companies are imposing additional charges on shipments passing through the