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Maersk reopens import cargo acceptance to Israel's port of Haifa

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Posted on June 26, 2025

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COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Danish shipping company Maersk said on Thursday it had reopened cargo acceptance to Israel's Haifa port for imports as of June 25 and that it expected to reopen exports from the

Maersk reopens import cargo acceptance to Israel's port of Haifa

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Danish shipping company Maersk said on Thursday it had reopened cargo acceptance to Israel's Haifa port for imports as of June 25 and that it expected to reopen exports from the location once a lower safety risk had been confirmed.

Iranians and Israelis have sought to resume normal life after 12 days of the most intense confrontation ever between the two foes and a ceasefire that took effect Tuesday.

Maersk on Friday said it had temporarily paused vessel calls at Haifa port, amid Israel's conflict with Iran.

(Reporting by Louise Breusch Rasmussen, editing by Terje Solsvik)

Key Takeaways

  • Maersk reopens cargo acceptance to Haifa port.
  • Imports resumed from June 25.
  • Exports to resume once safety is confirmed.
  • Temporary pause due to Israel-Iran conflict.
  • Ceasefire allows resumption of normal activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Maersk reopen cargo acceptance at Haifa port?
Maersk reopened cargo acceptance to Israel's Haifa port for imports as of June 25.
Why did Maersk temporarily pause vessel calls at Haifa port?
Maersk temporarily paused vessel calls at Haifa port amid the conflict between Israel and Iran.
What has been the impact of the conflict on daily life?
Iranians and Israelis have sought to resume normal life after 12 days of intense confrontation and a ceasefire that took effect Tuesday.

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