What Happened in the Red Sea?

As the entire world pays close attention, there is an ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, leading to a war. The effects of the war spread across the region and had global repercussions. Some interventions against container ships on the Red Sea were among the ongoing events. In particular, the drone attack on the Maersk ship aroused widespread concern. Subsequently, the interventions increased and almost made trade on the route impossible.

Shipping companies reroute ships out of the Red Sea

Here are the shipping firms that avoid the Suez Canal as Red Sea attacks:

• Hapag Lloyd suspended their ship traffic in the Red Sea until December 18 and has yet to decide on the future.
• CMA-CGM stopped its vessels heading to the Suez Canal.
• COSCO – OOCL stopped their voyages to the Israeli region.
• MSC announced that it will operate many of its voyages via the Cape of Good Hope and updated its sailing schedules.
• MAERSK announced that it would pause all vessels bound for the Red Sea / Gulf of Aden over the highly escalated security situation in the area. ( 19 December 2023 )

Actions taken by ShipsGo in relation to affected shipments

We are deeply concerned and devastated about the ongoing war and collectively hope for its swift resolution. During this challenging time, we are dedicated to keeping our users informed about all the processes and ensuring visibility for their shipments on the Red Sea route.

Our system and operation team follow the process closely and identify all affected shipments to provide email notifications and updates to our customers. Our teams have confirmed that some of the cargoes affected so far on this route were transported by Maersk and Hapag Lloyd. There were a total of 119 shipment status changes, and we sent instant email notifications to our users for their own shipments.

For ShipsGo users: Affected carriers and vessel names

A total of 119 shipments were tracked. Instant support was provided to 40 customers, who were informed through instant notifications.

Hapag Lloyd

The container ship Al Jasrah, operated by Hapag-Lloyd, was hit by a missile fired from the area, causing a fire on deck. As ShipsGo we are constantly searching for updates to inform you about the current situation at the Red Sea.

Vessel Name: Al Jasrah

Affected Shipments of ShipsGo users: 44 Shipments

Maersk

Near the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, a missile was directed at the Maersk Gibraltar ship. According to the information we have at the moment, it would not be wrong to say that the shipment most affected by this situation in the Red Sea refers to this ship.

Vessel Name: Gibraltar

Affected Shipments of ShipsGo users: 75 Shipments

Why Tracking at ShipsGo?

Using ShipsGo for shipment tracking has several benefits for both shippers and receivers. We allow you to stay informed about the progress of your shipments. Giving you peace of mind and enabling you to plan your operations accordingly. You can export/import as you wish and monitor all of your shipments in one place.

Overall, ShipsGo container tracking platform is an essential tool for anyone using Wan Hai Lines Line shipping lines for their shipping needs. Its user-friendly interface and real-time updates make it a reliable and efficient way. For to stay on top of your shipments and ensure that everything arrives on time and in good condition.

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Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea is currently building the world’s first ship of this type, featuring a capacity for 16,000 containers and equipped with a dual-fuel engine capable of running on either methanol, biodiesel, or traditional bunker fuel.
Maersk Line’s first large container ship powered by methanol fuel was seen being built at Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea.

What’s the next step for green fuel?

Maersk has confirmed they have secured sufficient green methanol for the inaugural voyage of their ship and is actively searching for solutions to source it for their fleet in 2024-2025. Their goal is carbon neutrality by 2040, with ambitious short-term goals set by 2030.

Since 2021, Maersk has ordered new ships capable of running on eco-friendly fuels such as green methanol. When these vessels enter service, they will become among the first container ships worldwide to employ green methanol as their primary fuel, following in the footsteps of Laura Maersk, who began service earlier this month. In January 2024, before it embarks, a ceremony at the shipyard will formally name the new vessel and mark its departure.

Maersk anticipates adding two new ships to its fleet in the first six months of 2024 and hosting their naming ceremonies in Yokohama and Los Angeles, Japan and the USA respectively. Maersk anticipates four more similar vessels will be delivered during the later parts of 2024.

Maersk currently has orders for 24 ships, 12 with capacities of 16,000 TEU each, 6 with 17,000 TEU capacity and another set of six that have capacities of 9,000 TEU each.
All ships will feature dual-fuel engines capable of running on green methanol. On its AE7 route – essential to linking Asia with Europe – stops include Ningbo, Shanghai and Nansha in China; Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia; Colombo in Sri Lanka and Port Tangiers in Morocco, among many others.

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In addition, both companies are investing in the asset of environmentally friendly ships. Maersk has recently committed to purchasing vessels using methanol as a primary fuel source. Meanwhile, the French shipping company has ordered LNG (liquefied natural gas)-powered ships that seamlessly transition to bio/e-methane, the environmentally friendly substitute for conventional LNG. They also align with their sustainability goals by supplying vessels designed to run on biomethanol.

CMA CGM Group chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saadé said:

By combining the know-how and expertise of two shipping leaders, we will accelerate the development of new solutions and technologies, enabling our industry to reach its CO₂ reduction targets. We are looking forward to being joined by other companies.

What do Maersk and CMA CGM Decarbonisation Partnership Initiative Support?

Maersk and CMA CGM have ventured into a collaborative effort to advance the adoption of eco-friendly alternative fuels for pushing containerships. Their specific initiatives include:

• Developing high standards for alternative sustainable, green fuels and helping to set the framework of mass production of green methane and green methanol.
• Improving and upholding safety and operational standards for green methanol-powered vessels and expediting the readiness of ports worldwide for bunkering and supplying bio/e-methanol at strategically significant port locations.
• Continuing to explore jointly R&D on other components of the net zero solution as new alternative fuels, like ammonia, or innovation technology for our ships.

A.P. Moller – Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc said:

A.P. Moller – Maersk wants to accelerate the green transition in shipping and logistics and to do so, we need strong involvement from partners across the industry.  We are pleased to have an ally in CMA CGM and it’s a testament that when we unite through determined efforts and partnerships, a tangible and optimistic path towards a sustainable future emerges.

Methanol Fuel Ships and Shipping Industry

Methanol is usually produced from natural gas, coal, biomass, and carbon dioxide sources. Ships using these fuels are called Methanol Fuel Ships.

👉🏻For more detailed information about Methanol Fuel ships and the shipping industry, you can click here and check out our blog post on the subject.

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The Maersk Company is a world-renowned and privately-owned shipping line operating for over 100 years. Established in 1904, Maersk has grown to become one of the largest container shipping companies in the world, with a fleet of over 600 vessels and operations in over 100 countries. Maersk is dedicated to providing efficient, reliable, and cost-effective services to its customers.

If you’re using the Maersk shipping line for your import and export needs, you’ll be pleased to know that ShipsGo offers a comprehensive container tracking system to help you stay on top of your shipments. Here’s everything you need to know about Maersk container tracking with ShipsGo.

How Does Maersk Container Tracking Work at ShipsGo?

ShipsGo container tracking is a simple and easy-to-use system that allows you to monitor the progress of your shipment from start to finish. To use the system, you only need your Maersk BL number, booking number, or container number.

Once you have your BL, booking, or container number, simply enter it into the related section on the ShipsGo Maersk tracking page (or directly on the ShipsGo homepage), then you’ll be directed to the easiest registration process. After you complete registering, you’ll be able to see the current status of your Maersk shipment. The system provides you with real-time updates on your shipment’s location, estimated time of arrival, and delays.

Why Tracking at ShipsGo?

Using ShipsGo for shipment tracking has several benefits for both shippers and receivers. Firstly, it allows you to stay informed about the progress of your shipments, giving you peace of mind and enabling you to plan your operations accordingly. You can export/import as you wish and monitor all of your shipments in one place.

Additionally, Maersk container tracking at ShipsGo can help you to identify potential delays before they become major problems. If you notice that your shipment is running behind schedule, you can take action to address the issue and minimize any potential impact on your business.

Overall, the ShipsGo container tracking platform is an essential tool for anyone using Maersk shipping lines for their shipping needs. Its user-friendly interface and real-time updates make it a reliable and efficient way to stay on top of your shipments and ensure that everything arrives on time and in good condition.

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What Does Maersk’s IMEA Cover?

This combined region “IMEA” will cover the primary areas of the Indian subcontinent, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as several other markets, including India, Pakistan, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Kenya, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Nigeria, Senegal, and Ghana, among others.

Maersk Tracking by ShipsGo

Maersk IMEA Managing Director Richard Morgan stated that Maersk IMEA’s main goal is to create value for the supply chains of its customers. In order to meet customer expectations and have a flawless supply chain, it’s essential to evolve and organize according to the global trade’s changing needs, in the same way that most of Maersk’s customers are organized geographically. Morgan also stated that this unified region will not only let Maersk harvest synergy in these markets. But also pave the way to better serve customers with enhanced offerings and resilient solutions.

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First of all, we would like to let you know that we are very sorry for the disagreement between Russia and Ukraine. We hope that the increasing tension in the region will end before it affects people, nature, and economic activities further. This article will highlight ShipsGo’s actions regarding the status of Odesa Port.

We regret to say that Russia intervened militarily in Ukraine. The unsafe environment in the country led to interrupted commercial activities. In particular, this situation greatly affected the Odesa Port, an important trade port in the region. Important carriers such as Maersk, Hapag Lloyd, and MSC stopped booking the region. Many shippers, cargo owners, and carriers have been affected. Transitions to Odesa Port were stopped. Some containers remain still at the port.

ShipsGo Reaction Related Odesa Port:

The cargo owners are wondering about the status of their shipments. As ShipsGo, we have created an action plan for this special situation. There are 18 containers in the Port of Odesa with “not released” status tracking by ShipsGo. So, we sent special notifications to the cargo owners who track the container using ShipsGo. Our operation team continues to track the shipments in Odessa. If there is any update on the carrier side, the operation team will update it as soon as possible. 

Customer Reaction:

Thanks to the notifications for the containers that have not been loaded yet, our customers decided to cancel the loading and take their shipments from the port then we edited the shipments to “Untracked” status. We received wishes from our customers for this situation to end as soon as possible and for the business to be carried out in peace and harmony. 

Other ports affected by Ukraine – Russia Crisis:

We have informed our users whose containers are related to the other ports affected by the Ukraine-Russia Crisis.

• ST PETERSBURG
• VOSTOCHNIY
• ILYICHEVSK (CHORNOMORSK)
• YUZHNY
• NOVOROSSIYSK
• VLADIVOSTOK
• KALININGRAD

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Let’s remember again what happened with Petya cyber attack!

Petya ransomware began with hacking the system of a Ukrainian Company while they are updating their financing app. The virus that started spreading to Europe and then to the US after Ukraine and Russia, many small and big companies have trouble getting into their databases. Petya cyber attack sabotaged the operational activities of many big and small companies, including Maersk and TNT. These cyber-attacks, particularly those that made large corporations unable to handle their international trading abilities, have caused huge losses for companies like Maersk and TNT. The cyberattack has neutralized Maersk’s booking service and corporate databases. Many ports belonging to Maersk had become unable to work. It’s been a month since the date of the cyber attack, However, the effects are still not completely eliminated.

If you want, you can read the “Maersk Still Feeling Effects Of Cyber Attack“.

All the facilities of the digital age are disappearing and people are experiencing the stone age again.

In the beginning, these cyberattacks were made with a sense of action and self-satisfaction, unfortunately, it is a profitable bonanza and has become a sector quickly now. As the ransom obtained from the cyber-attacks increases, new cyber attacks are fired and it is obvious that this type of cyber attack will be repeated over and over again.

How are we going to provide cyber security? What should we do for our cyber security? What should we avoid using? What should we pay attention to what should we care about?

Let’s review and highlight the proper responses to the above questions.

1) Do not use the same devices in your business and personal life for cybersecurity

Many company employees use the same device in their work and personal lives, and they enter the company’s database with personal devices. This increases the risk area rather than keeping the risk in the center, ie, in one place and makes your company more vulnerable to cyber-attacks. It is very important to warn our employees not to enter their company database with personal devices. All devices connected to company networks must be protected. The failure to set up the necessary safety rules means that cybercriminals can access this information from anywhere. This is something that should not be missed.

2) Be careful when opening the email that comes to you for cybersecurity

Think you are a very big company, you spend thousands of dollars a year on cyber security. But your employee is opening an uncertain e-mail from where it comes is not known and the thousands of dollars you spend on your cyber security are garbage on the fly. We do not want this to happen, do we?

The golden rule, Do not open emails if you don’t know where they come from.

If you do have to open such, do not open it without scanning with the antivirus program. Let’s say you received an email with a shrank Url containing t.co, bit.ly, etc. If you open the mail and click on the link, you will not know what you will come across..   a user has no idea where the link is going, what’s behind that link, or what kind of benevolent or conversely malicious payload is going to load in the default browser. So do not click on the unseen URLs.

3) Backup your files for cybersecurity

Backup is one of the most basic and most important aspects of ensuring security. Your backups will always save lives in case you are attacked. Of course, securing your backup area may require you to make additional effort or budget. It’s a good idea to take backups on resources that you will have not trouble with restoring while backing up. Otherwise, returning from the backup may take a certain period of time, and various troubles may disrupt your business. The area you have backed up must be an area that is not be physically damaged.

4) Create your cyber security policy!

With the cyber security policy, all the staff should know what to do in case if cyber attack, Screen in detail how this process should be governed.

How to act in the possible ransom negotiation and what kind of privileges will be given? You should prepare plans to respond to such questions.

5) Improve your cyber security systems constantly.

Cybersecurity is a process that needs to be regularly monitored and constantly updated in order to be effective. Test your developed cyber security systems and prepare the correct reports. So you will be able to determine where the cyber security vulnerability originated. You can easily develop weaker parts in your cyber security.

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