maritime trade

1. Background & Partnership

Sany Port Machinery, a division of the Chinese construction and port equipment giant Sany Group, has officially delivered its first batch of straddle carriers to Enterprise Portuaire de Oran in Algeria. This marks Sany’s formal entry into the straddle-carrier sector, after previously announcing an order for 11 diesel-powered units for an Algerian client. The delivery reflects the company’s global expansion strategy and its focus on high-performance port solutions.

Background

• The move is a countermeasure by China after the US recently levied fees on Chinese maritime operators.
• With growing trade tensions, both sides are escalating their measures in ports and shipping sectors.

What China’s Measure Entails

• “Special port fees” will apply only to vessels owned or operated by US companies docking at Chinese ports.
• It is not a blanket increase for all foreign ships, but a targeted penalty aimed at US-linked carriers.

Implications & Effects