Shipping

June 9, 2026

Partnership in practice: Customs and shipping agents tackle port efficiency challenges

A recent meeting between the Shipping Association of Jamaica's (SAJ) Agents Committee and the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has already produced a practical outcome for the shipping community, underscoring the value of collaboration between regulators and industry stakeholders.

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June 4, 2026

Curfew imposed in March Pen in Spanish Town over deadly gun attack
The police have imposed a curfew in the community of March Pen in Spanish Town, St Catherine, following Wednesday night’s deadly gun attack.
June 2, 2026

A new chapter at the helm: SAJ welcomes acting commissioner of Customs
The Management Committee of the Shipping Association of Jamaica recently met with Kirk Benjamin in what marked an important first engagement since his appointment as acting commissioner of Customs.…
June 2, 2026

From shipping software to national impact - ADVANTUM's Calmin Scarlett joins JTDA Council
When Jamaica's technology leaders gathered to select the Jamaica Technology & Digital Alliance (JTDA) Council for the 2026-2028 term, one of the names chosen was a professional whose work has…
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June 2, 2026

 The Shipping Schedule June 2, 2026 – June 8, 2026
JAMAICA FREIGHT & SHIPPING CO. LTD.  VESSELS  ETA  KINGSTON INDIGO  I 03/06 SEABOARD  VENTURE 03/06 CRYSTAL A 03/06 CMA  CGM  CHILE 04/06
May 26, 2026

Höegh Pacific’s maiden call signals deeper investment in Jamaica’s auto logistics future
he arrival of the Höegh Pacific at the Port of Kingston marks more than the maiden voyage of a new vessel. It reflects growing confidence in Jamaica’s role as a regional auto logistics and…
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May 26, 2026

A legacy measured in lives: Denise Lyn Fatt surprised with mentorship honour at CSEC
There were broad smiles across the room, and tears from one unexpected honouree, as veteran shipping executive Denise Lyn Fatt was surprised with a mentorship award presented by her mentees during the…
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May 19, 2026

Shipping Schedule
May 19, 2026 – May 25, 2026 MSC JAMAICA VESSELS ETA ZIM MOUNT VINSON 19/05 X-PRESS MOY 20/05 KAMDHEMU 20/05 LILA HAREN 22/05 BF FORTALEZA 22/05 GREEN…
May 19, 2026

Caribbean shipping leaders open conference in Curaçao - Focus on collaboration, innovation and regional progress
WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao: The 24th Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC) opened on Monday with a clear message: the future of Caribbean shipping will depend on stronger partnerships,…
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May 12, 2026

WiMAC charts regional expansion under newly installed governing council
he Women in Maritime Association, Caribbean (WiMAC) is moving to extend its reach across the region, with plans to establish national chapters in St Lucia, Curaçao, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent, The…