James Miller

Large-Scale Smuggled Cigarette Haul Worth P605 Million Uncovered by Bureau of Customs in Bulacan

The discovery of over P605 million worth of smuggled cigarettes tucked away in a Bulacan warehouse has sent ripples through the regulatory and logistics communities.

Changes in Kephis Inspection Regulations and Their Effects on Mombasa Port's Cargo Handling and Competitiveness

Fresh inspection regulations imposed by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) at the Port of Mombasa have stirred quite a reaction among shipping agents and cargo stakeholders.

South Korea Advances with Biomethanol Plant to Meet Growing Methanol-Powered Shipping Demands

South Korea is stepping up its green energy game with a groundbreaking biomethanol plant, designed to meet the rising demand for cleaner fuel in the country’s methanol-powered shipping fleet.

US Government Considers Shipbuilding and Defense Stakes Following Semiconductor Investments

US Government Eyes New Industrial Stakes Post-Semiconductor Investment The U.S. Treasury and Commerce departments have signaled a strategic interest in acquiring stakes in American shipbuilding firms after recent moves in the semiconductor industry. This potential pivot aims to bolster the nation's self-sufficiency in critical industries that have seen decades of underinvestment. Semiconductor Moves Spark Broader Industrial Strategy Following an $8.9 billion subsidy package under the CHIPS Act and a notable 9.9% government stake acquisition in Intel, officials are now considering similar approaches toward shipbuilding and even defense contractors. The reasoning? Strengthening vital sectors

Arctic LNG 2 Completes Its First LNG Delivery to China Amid Shifting Sanctions Landscape

After more than a year of anticipation and several stalled cargo movements, the Arctic LNG 2 project has successfully delivered its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo to China, a major global LNG consumer.

How Shipping Delays and Market Shifts Are Impacting Copra and Cocoa Farmers in Western Province

In mid-2025, farmers specializing in copra and cocoa across Western Province — especially in communities such as Rannoggah, Vella La Vella, and Simbo — ran into serious trouble due to extended shipping delays and a sudden downturn in copra prices.

How Van der Vlist Is Transforming Oversized Freight Transport through Rail Solutions

Typically, hauling oversized freight overland means turning to road transport, mainly because it can often accommodate specialized equipment more flexibly.

V. Ships Norway Penalized $2 Million Over Illegal Oil Waste Dumping From M/T Swift Winchester in Gulf

When it comes to shipping regulations, no one is above the law—especially when it involves damaging aquatic environments.

Maritime Sector Sees AI as Game-Changer but Faces Real-World Execution Hurdles

Artificial intelligence is generating a buzz across the maritime industry, promising to revolutionize operations and decision-making processes.

Joint Initiative Set to Kickstart Cargo and Passenger Train Services in Faisalabad to Boost Trade & Transport

The local business community in Faisalabad is gearing up for improved rail connectivity with plans underway to introduce new cargo and passenger train services.

Hanwha Shipping Places Largest U.S. Commercial Vessel Order in 20 Years, Boosting Maritime Logistics

Hanwha Shipping has marked a significant milestone in the maritime industry by securing the largest commercial vessel order in the United States in the last 20 years.

Expanded Franchise Shipping Routes Strengthen Access and Economic Opportunities for Solomon Islands’ Remote Islands

The Solomon Islands have taken a big step forward in boosting maritime access for their more remote islands by launching three new routes under the Franchise Shipping Scheme (FSS).