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News | Shipping

April 19th, 2026

Ports: Power struggle in Peru and Panama

A prominent US congresswoman has urged Peru’s next government to take control of the Chinese-run megaport of Chancay.

By Angela Köckritz

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Feature | E-Fuels

April 2nd, 2026

E-fuels: Doubts about the industry’s grand promises

A new study predicts that e-fuels have great potential for achieving climate neutrality in the transportation sector. Critics, however, warn of major technical hurdles, financing problems and new dependencies on suppliers.

By Nico Beckert

News | Raw materials

March 24th, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Chinese cargo ship pays to use Iran corridor

A Chinese ship has, for the first time, used an alternative route through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite price controls, oil prices in China rose, leading to long lines at gas stations.

By Fabian Peltsch

News | Shipping

March 19th, 2026

Vulnerable trade routes: COSCO aims to expand its global port network

COSCO Shipping Ports wants to acquire additional ports to cushion the impact of geopolitical crises. The company reported strong overseas performance in 2025.

By Redaktion Table

Feature | Iran

March 13th, 2026

Iran: First German-chartered merchant ship damaged

A container ship chartered by the German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has been damaged in the Persian Gulf. The G-7 countries are planning joint security measures for shipping routes while the security situation remains uncertain.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

News

March 4th, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Economic impact of the blockade

The Strait of Hormuz is closed. As it is the only sea route for one-fifth of global oil production, the blockade is leading to rising energy prices and freight costs.

By Nina Anika Klotz

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Opinion | Shipping

February 16th, 2026

Power, space and sea: Why maritime industrial policy shapes sovereignty, security and prosperity

The European Union remains heavily dependent on China in key areas of the maritime sector. The European Commission is set to present a maritime strategy and a dedicated ports strategy in early March. Germany and the EU must make targeted investments in this sector.

By Reinhard Lüken

News | Transportation

December 7th, 2025

Shipping: China tests clean fuel

A broad Chinese alliance from industry and research wants to establish dimethyl ether as a clean and safe fuel for ships. Compared to methanol and ammonia, DME offers advantages in terms of handling and compatibility with existing engines.

By Julia Fiedler

News | Russland

November 19th, 2025

GIDS paper on the shadow fleet: German government leaves scope for action unused

According to a paper by think tank GIDS, Germany and Europe could use unused levers to limit the risks posed by inadequate shadow fleet tankers. Marine protected areas and a better picture of the situation are cited as important measures here.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

Interview | Climate protection

October 23rd, 2025

Shipping: New attempt after failure of the climate agreement

A US-led alliance has prevented climate targets for international shipping. Expert Felix Klann from Transport & Environment explains what is now being worked on nonetheless.

By Alex Veit