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CMA CGM has announced a new charter agreement for a duration of 36 to 38 months, focusing on trading routes within the Caribbean. The deal will see the shipping giant operating at a daily rate of $18,250, enhancing their logistical capabilities in this vibrant maritime region.

On February 18, 2020, the container vessel 'AS Filippa' encountered difficulties while navigating the access channel to Barranquilla after arriving from Cartagena. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. when the ship veered out of the navigable channel during a turning maneuver and became grounded. Following urgent action, three tugboats were deployed to assist, successfully refloating the vessel approximately two hours later. During the incident, maritime traffic in the vicinity was suspended, leading to a temporary halt in operations. Once refloated, the 'AS Filippa' continued its journey and successfully docked at the SPRB Container Terminal by 7:45 p.m. In light of the grounding, the port captain initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Weather conditions may have played a significant role in the grounding, as wind speeds reached up to 55 kilometers per hour, accompanied by wave heights of three meters. However, investigations ruled out sedimentation issues in the Bocas de Ceniza area, which maintains a registered depth of 13 meters. For additional updates and visual reports, check out the following links: [Video report](https://twitter.com/i/status/1229820242995679239), [News coverage](https://caracol.com.co/emisora/2020/02/18/barranquilla/1582049346_208189.html), [Canal access restrictions](http://lasnoticias.co/2020/02/18/por-emergencia-en-buque-de-contenedores-restringen-canal-de-acceso/), and [Details of the incident](http://zonacero.com/generales/dos-horas-duro-emergencia-de-buque-en-canal-de-acceso-al-puerto-de-barranquilla-143288).

In a significant development within the shipping industry, Cosco Shipping has successfully finalized a new charter arrangement. The charter is set for a duration of 5 to 6 months, with operations primarily centered in Asia. Notably, the agreement secures a daily rate of $10,200, which reflects current market conditions and operational demands in the region. This move reinforces Cosco Shipping's robust presence in the Asian trade market and highlights its strategic planning for sustained business operations.