The idle containership fleet is expected to breach the 3m teu mark as lines blank more sailings and withdraw services according to analyst Alphaliner.

In a joint letter from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) to G20 leaders and ministers they have called on governments to identify ports and nearby airports where crew changes can be...

The International Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus, has launched a free online interactive psychological counseling and coaching programme for ships’ crew at sea in an initiative to support the Greek maritime community during the COVID - 19 pandemic.

Ocean Network Express (ONE), Maersk and MSC are suspending their joint China Australia service due to the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak.

In an open letter MSC group president and ceo Diego Aponte said that it is imperative the world’s second largest container line along with its customers helps to keep the world moving in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted some of its restrictions on crew changes allowing for disembarkation in special circumstances.

In view of the global developments related to the COVID-19 virus, Royal Boskalis Westminster (Boskalis) has provided an update on how it is responding to the outbreak and the related business impact.

Lloyd’s Register (LR) reports it is driving proactive collaboration with key shipping stakeholders to support the IMO’s recommendations for facilitating maritime trade – including the movement on food and medical supplies – during the COVID-19...

Singapore’s Keppel Shipyard has placed 100 workers on 14-day Leave of Absence after four COVID-19 cases were discovered among employees and customers.

In response the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for crew to stay in touch with their families Inmarsat is giving a 50% discount on crew voice calls to the end of June.