LOS ANGELES – U.S. seaport operators are asking for extra time to implement pending tariffs on towering ship-to-shore cranes as they expect President Donald Trump’s administration to follow through on a promise to essentially ban that vital cargo-handling equipment. The United States Trade Representative (USTR) earlier this year proposed tariffs of up to 100% on… Read More
At A Glance Markina Mayor Maan Teodoro said that during her first week as mayor, they prioritized visiting the city’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) facility to inspect all available assets and ensure readiness for the ongoing rainy season. Mayor Maan Teodoro said on Wednesday, July 9, that the local government is prepared for… Read More
DP World handled 1.96 million TEUs in 2024, boosting Peru’s agricultural exports and trade capacity. LIMA, PERU – One year after the expansion of its Bicentennial Pier, DP World’s terminal at the Port of Callao has delivered record-breaking results, including a 19% increase in container throughput and a surge in agricultural exports that underscore the… Read More
USD 800 million to modernise Tartus and support Syria’s recovery as a regional trade hub Damascus, Syria – DP World has signed a 30-year concession agreement with Syria’s General Authority for Land and Sea Ports to develop and operate the Port of Tartus. As part of the agreement, DP World will invest $800 million over… Read More
The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has commenced the practical work of constructing the harbour of Fodhdhoo, Noonu Atoll. Home to 504 residents, Fodhdhoo is thriving in local tourism. While five guesthouses operate on the island, locals and tourists alike face considerable challenges in accessing the island due to the lack of a harbour…. Read More
