Maersk has resumed vessel calls to Israel’s Port of Haifa after a temporary suspension prompted by rising regional tensions between Israel and Iran.

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The company halted operations at the port due to security concerns but announced this week that, with signs of de-escalation and a current ceasefire in place, it is now reopening cargo acceptance for both imports and exports.

“With the prospect of the current cease-fire agreement bringing de-escalation to the conflict, we have decided to resume vessel calls to the Port of Haifa,” Maersk said in a statement. “We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will be ready to make changes if safety concerns reappear.”

Cargo acceptance officially resumed on June 25, and vessels are scheduled to begin regular calls to Haifa starting June 30.

Maersk noted that operations at the Port of Ashdod remain unchanged for now but are under ongoing review.

Despite the ceasefire, shipping risks persist in the wider region. GPS jamming and other security threats continue to affect vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz — a key waterway for global trade — keeping the maritime industry on alert.

Maersk reiterated that crew safety and operational security remain top priorities as it navigates the shifting geopolitical landscape.