What could be the impacts of Ukraine's invasion on maritime trade?
Published March 3, 2022We look at patterns in trade flows to predict what consequences might follow, after the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
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Russian Sanctions Analysis: Vessel Transits Through the Bosphorus
Published March 2, 2022With the onset of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, we will study vessel transits through the Bosphorus to see if there are any notable differences since this terrible event commenced.
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Protecting Loved Ones & the Supply Chain in Ukraine
Published February 25, 2022The mood across the globe at Spire today is somber, and for some, it is even more stressful as they worry about their loved ones in Ukraine. Two weeks ago, one of my colleagues from Ukraine described the pain and heartbreak of a family at war with each other; in that situation, everyone loses. Now many of those loved ones are at risk.
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Port of Zeebrugge: The Merging of History and Innovation
Published February 25, 2022Now an established part of West Flanders’ long heritage of trade and commerce, the modern Port of Zeebrugge is a key transport hub for not only Belgium but all of northern Europe. It is a diverse transportation axis that incorporates the latest port operations technology and serves everyone who depends on the global supply chain.
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How Qatar is Using Logistics and Sustainability to Shape the Future of the FIFA World Cup
Published February 10, 2022The 2022 World Cup will stand out in the minds of football fans for years to come. For the first time, fans of The Beautiful Game from across the globe will congregate in the Middle Eastern nation of Qatar to see the greatest footballers in the world represent their nations.
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The Canadian Coast Guard: Celebrating 60 Years of Service While Navigating a Bright Future
Published February 4, 2022From coast to coast, sailors and boaters have had someone to rely on in times of confusion or danger.
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The economic impact of climate change on ports
Published February 2, 2022What do you do if the world’s busiest port shuts down due to poor weather conditions?
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Building mission success with miniaturized satellite technology
Published February 1, 2022The successes of space-based observation and data collection have never been so significant. And we’re doing it with smaller technology than ever before – a 6kg satellite.
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The Port of St. Petersburg and Its Impact on Global Trade
Published January 28, 2022Russia’s second largest city, Saint Petersburg, is among the most crucial locations for shipping and logistics on the planet. It serves as the maritime capital of Russia, being the biggest industrial and transportation center in the nation.
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5 Ways Weather Insights Can Help Ports Thrive
Published January 28, 2022Despite the innovations in modern technology, transportation and communication, more than 80% of the world’s trade is carried through sea-faring vessels.
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Know Your Ship: Vessel Characteristics
Published January 28, 2022We have now added 40+ new fields (adding up to 70+ fields in total) related to vessel characteristics to our new Maritime 2.0 platform, allowing you to identify crucial information on your vessel of interest.
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Spire Celebrates Recent Milestones: Reflections from our CEO
Published January 20, 2022As Spire reaches several milestones, CEO Peter Platzer looks back on the journey to get here. From a garage start to global offices, the future looks bright.
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The Port of Cleveland: Unexpectedly Vital in Pandemic Times
Published January 18, 2022During times of unprecedented uncertainty around ports dealing with extensive backlogs, Ohio port operations have become essential to the global supply chain, servicing businesses across a wide variety of industries.
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