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In an attempt to quell speculation about its future, THE Alliance members have issued a statement reassuring that their operations will proceed as usual.
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In an attempt to quell speculation about its future, THE Alliance members have issued a statement reassuring that their operations will proceed as usual.
Read moreDutch Shipping company Vroon has majorly strengthened its fleet with acquisition of a livestock carrier from Japan’s Tsuneishi Group.
Read moreThe owners of the Singaporean-flagged container vessel involved in the collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier have issued a statement.
Read moreIn the most recent development in shipping data services ABB has acquired the shipping business of DTN, a meteorological forecasting specialist.
Read moreBarbara Pickering set to become new leader of Chevron Shipping following the retirement of president Mark Ross who has been in the role since 2015
Read moreHafnia Panamax Pool, a new joint venture, has been announced by BW Group's product tanker, Hafnia, and the well-known commodity trader, Mercuria.
Read moreAs factories hopped-up after COVID lifting lockdown China’s exports increased at highest speed in 5 months in June. But rocky roads are ahead.
Read moreOn Monday, the Central Ohio River Business Association (CORBA) announced the latest development in its partnership with the Port of New Orleans.
Read moreThe new partnership aligns with the EU’s roadmap aimed at addressing and fighting Drug Trafficking and Organised Crime.
Read moreHydrogen company HyCC launched a project called Project H2era that plans to construct a 500MW green hydrogen plant in the Amsterdam port.
Read moreAn alarming new behavior claimed Russia is allegedly laundering grain has been discovered by Windward, a maritime AI technology company.
Read moreThe Belgian offshore construction and dredging firm, Jan De Nul Group, has recently disclosed a substantial contract with Ørsted.
Read moreThe cook drowned in March 2022. He fell into the sea when he attempted to negotiate the ship’s badly damaged gangway to go ashore.
Read moreIsrael sells major trade hub on the Mediterranean coast Haifa Port. India’s Adani Ports & Gadot win bid for 4.1 billion shekels ($1.18 billion).
Read moreAccording to statement by Customs & Border Protection, authorities in the US confiscated over 20,000 pounds of the drug-producing plant khat.
Read moreFeb 25th, a Norwegian Cruise Line Holding vessel was denied docking at Mauritius' main port due to sanitary concerns following reports of illness
Read moreThe U.S. Justice Department has initiated legal proceedings against four individuals implicated in the shipment of Iranian-produced arms to Houthi insurgents.
Read moreCapital Product Partners is continuing to divest its containership assets as part of its strategic pivot towards specializing in LNG carrier ops
Read moreThe Houthis' goal is to block ships associated with their adversaries from navigating past the Cape of Good Hope.
Read moreHolland America Line has announced the introduction of "Glacier Day" on its 2024 Alaska cruises along with enhanced onboard experiences.
Read moreDue to the continued insatiable need for gasoline on the worldwide market, the United States is exporting diesel at its quickest rate ever.
Read moreEastern Pacific Shipping, based in Singapore, has returned to China Merchants Jinling Shipyard with a deal to build 2 new dual-fuel car carriers.
Read moreDDW Offshore, a Norwegian subsidiary of Akastor, has been awarded a nine-month contract extension for one of its AHTS vessels by Petrofac.
Read moreA 25-year concession contract to develop and operate the Iloilo Commercial Port Complex in the Philippines has been won by the ICTSI.
Read moreTwo containers bearing the same distinctive number landed at the Chattogram port. The incident was discovered by the port's computerized CTMS.
Read moreWestwood Shipping Lines, known for its specialized vessel ops between the Pacific NW and NE Asia, has recently been rebranded as Swire Shipping.
Read moreSaltchuk has renewed its focus on Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) after withdrawing its pursuit of the Tampa-based company in September 2021.
Read moreA team of French specialists with knowledge of gas technology has introduced an initial concept for a liquefied hydrogen carrier.
Read moreDayang Enterprise, a Malaysian firm, has been awarded a contract extension by Enquest to deliver maintenance, construction & modification services
Read moreARC has successfully expanded its maritime fleet, welcoming its ninth U.S.-flagged roll-on roll-off vessel, now known as the M/V ARC Honor.
Read moreThe UK Hydrographic Office projects that the progressive elimination of paper charts from production would be completed by the end of 2026.
Read moreThe NTSB recently released a safety recommendation encouraging the provision of personal locator devices for each crew member.
Read moreThe Foinaven FPSO vessel's crew members have chosen to go on strike in response to a disagreement about redundancy money payouts.
Read moreNeptune Lines, owner and operator of Greek vehicle carriers, has increased the number of vessels at the Fujian Mawei shipyard in China.
Read moreA Kamsarmax bulk carrier owned by Foremost Group, a U.S. company, experienced damage after colliding with a bridge in Argentina.
Read moreParatus Energy Services has been awarded a one-year engagement for its Titania jack-up rig to perform services offshore Mexico.
Read more2020 Bulkers, the owner of Newcastlemax vessels, has divested two bulkers constructed in 2019 to an independent third party for $127.5 million
Read moreLast year, Gabon, a nation along the Atlantic coastline of Central Africa, was identified as the shipping registry with the quickest growth.
Read moreGreece's Capital Maritime and Trading has recently completed the sale of the most recently built VLCC now flying the Vietnamese flag.
Read moreNTSB report revealed that corrosion and wear led to the snapping of a wire rope during the lifting of a wind turbine part on the Thorco Basilisk.
Read moreOkeanis Eco Tankers has successfully carried out a number of refinancing operations for its fleet, aiming to enhance its financial framework.
Read moreFederal jury in U.S. find former trader for Vitol guilty of participating in bribery & money laundering operation aimed at Latin America.
Read moreQatarEnergy is advancing its fleet expansion efforts with a freshly inked agreement to acquire 15 LNG carriers from Samsung Heavy Industries.
Read moreNorwegian shipbuilder Vard has been chosen by IT International Telecom Marine to convert the PSV IT Infinity into a cable laying vessel.
Read moreTanker giant Stolt-Nielsen has established itself as the 2nd-largest shareholder in competitor, Odfjell, by increasing their stake in the firm.
Read moreA logistics expert along with five others have been indicted for attempting to illicitly import cigarettes valued at $10 million into Australia.
Read moreSince Russia's invasion of Ukraine 2 years ago, there's been a notable increase in the number of vessels identified as part of the shadow fleet.
Read moreEidesvik, the owner of offshore vessels based in Norway, secured a contract extension for the Viking Lady, a platform supply vessel from Aker BP.
Read moreThis classification means Hede (HONGKONG) International Shipping Limited will be included on the Commission’s Controlled Carrier List.
Read moreMitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has entered into a long-term charter agreement for a newly constructed LNG carrier with Tokyo LNG Tanker (TLT).
Read morePer Drewry’s Container Census & Leasing Annual Review & Forecast 2022/23 report, global pool of containers increased by nearly 50m TEU in 2021.
Read moreHayfin Capital Management has secured the services of Oshima Shipbuilding in Japan to develop two post-Panamax bulk carrier new constructions.
Read moreA vessel navigating the inland waterways, laden with 3,500 litres of diesel and 1,400 tonnes of potassium chloride, has sunk in Hamburg Port.
Read moreBased in Houston, Diamond Offshore Drilling has secured a contract with Serica Energy for the use of one of its semi-submersible rigs.
Read moreShih Wei Navigation recently broke a nearly ten-year streak without orders by entering agreements for the construction of new bulk carriers.
Read moreThe investigation report by the NTSB has been released concerning the sinking of the Carib Trader II while being towed from Port of Miami to Haiti
Read moreNYK Stolt Tankers, a collab between the Japanese company NYK & chemical tanker leader Stolt-Nielsen, places order for 6 stainless steel vessels.
Read moreBAR Technologies, a marine engineering consultancy, establishes partnership with Nervion Naval Offshore, provider of floating offshore wind platforms
Read moreFourWorld Capital Management, through funds it manages, has lodged a legal challenge in a US District Court against the bid by CMB.
Read moreSaudi Arabia sees the inception of a new feeder & short-sea shipping venture aimed at establishing connections between the kingdom & Red Sea ports
Read moreSeaLoading Holding a MOL subsidiary that specializes in the operation of CTVs enters into charter agreement with Brazilian oil behemoth Petrobras
Read moreNorwegian maritime service provider DOF has secured a installation contract from Altera Infrastructure for the deployment of FPSO & FSO units.
Read moreBased in Doha, Nakilat will acquire 174,000 cubic meter units scheduled for construction in South Korea and lease them to QatarEnergy affiliates.
Read moreA cargo ship flying the Turkish flag, marooned for over two years in Ukraine, was targeted by missile strikes while docked at the Kherson port.
Read moreJumbo Shipping and SAL Heavy Lift, a specialist in breakbulk and project cargo, have partnered with Intermarine to create a new joint venture.
Read moreEdda Wind has successfully offloaded its service operation vessel (SOV), Edda Passat, to an undisclosed buyer.
Read moreThe US Environmental Protection Agency has initiated a $3bn initiative aimed at supporting zero-emission technology and infrastructure in ports.
Read moreShipping company CMA CGM has withdrawn its attempt to acquire British logistics company Wincanton, conceding to a competing bid from another firm
Read moreA crew of 11 was evacuated from the Korean general cargo vessel Keum Yang 6, which was experiencing flooding in rough weather near Jeju Island.
Read moreBOEM has officially designated two Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Oregon, encompassing a total of approximately 195,012 acres.
Read moreMagni Partners, has increased its order for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) from China's New Times Shipbuilding.
Read moreSenior Pentagon official discloses that the US has targeted 230 locations in Yemen in response to Houthi-led assaults on vessels in the Red Sea.
Read moreIn recent developments the shipping industry is witnessing a hike in short-term rates for container transport across Asia, Europe, and the USA.
Read moreThe agreement focuses on utilizing the Berbera port located along the Red Sea, as announced by the office of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Read moreFollowing the imposition of US sanctions, a Russian oil tanker swiftly altered its course near Portugal.
Read moreIntro of new direct connection from Scotland to China and vice versa is expected to benefit Scottish industries like food and drink.
Read moreCarnival Corporation, the leading global cruise company, has revealed its inaugural newbuild order since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreA vessel laden with weapons and materials intended for conflict support was recently detained in the Arabian Sea by a US coats guard cutter.
Read moreBo Xu Chief Officer of Oil Tanker Xian Qiao 502 to be honored with 2022 International Maritime Organization Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.
Read morePacific International Lines of Singapore decides to use the Hazcheck Detect cargo screening tool in an effort to identify dangerous shipments.
Read moreDHT Holdings has finalized contracts for the construction of four very large crude carriers (VLCCs) in South Korea, with deliveries during 2026.
Read moreRWG container terminal announces plans to install shore-based power systems along entire dockside, allowing all vessels to access the facility.
Read moreThe DOJ Manila is initiating legal actions against RDC Reield Marine Services for their involvement in the Princess Empress sinking & oil spill.
Read moreThe Nautical Sunrise consortium is on a mission to establish the world's largest OFS power project, situated off the coast of the Netherlands.
Read moreGrindrod Shipping is proceeding with its strategy to offload ships, announcing the sale of another handysize vessel from its fleet.
Read moreAmerican Queen Voyages is halting its operations as its parent company, Hornblower Group, enters into a financial restructuring agreement.
Read moreThe ICS has recently unveiled a comprehensive framework aimed at eradicating harassment and bullying within the maritime industry.
Read moreNTSB identified that speed & hydrodynamic forces were factors in an incident where a tugboat & tanker collided in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel
Read moreMinerva Marine of Greece has capitalized on the thriving dry bulk market by selling its most aged capesize ships.
Read moreThe French shipping company CMA CGM has finalized its purchase of the family-owned Bolloré Logistics for €4.85 billion ($5.25 billion).
Read moreFastest expanding fleet in percentage terms belongs to company more commonly linked with budget-friendly products found in European supermarkets!
Read moreESL Shipping enters agreement to divest two Supramax class ships, Arkadia and Kumpula, to entities under the HGF Denizcilik Limited Sirket group.
Read moreMSC has joined the ranks of shipping lines experimenting with bow windshields as a strategy to reduce fuel expenses.
Read moreLarge bulk carriers are earning significant profits, with the frequency of transactions involving these ships reaching high levels.
Read moreGenco Shipping & Trading, a US-listed operator of bulk carriers, has not succeeded in its initial attempt to finalize sale of 2 capesize vessels.
Read moreAn official from UK government expressed optimism for upcoming offshore wind auction, following a previous round that did not meet expectations.
Read moreThe transaction involving a VLCC under the Norwegian flag has established a fresh high point, reflecting the ongoing rise in tanker asset prices.
Read moreManila Harbor Center undergoes rebranding effort, emerging with a new identity, logo & online presence as it becomes Manila Multipurpose Terminal
Read moreInvestigation by US Congress identifies potentially troubling components in ship-to-shore cranes at American ports constructed by Chinese companies
Read morePrimary customer of a ship kite system, originally crafted by Airbus, is so enthusiastic about the product they decide to purchase the company.
Read moreThe recent acquisition of Santoku Senpaku by Japanese financial services company Orix Corporation, amounts to a significant $2 billion deal.
Read moreCSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding, recognized as the premier builder of newcastlemax vessels has secured an order for two ammonia-ready bulkers.
Read moreDeltamarin has recently obtained Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for their groundbreaking design of an 11,000 CEU pure car and truck carrier
Read moreBellingcat & the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian have identified a Panama-based entity as the company behind a severe oil spill in the Caribbean.
Read moreAustralian Maritime Safety Authority imposes one-year prohibition on Liberian-flagged cargo ship, KMAX Leader, from docking at Australian ports.
Read moreThe maritime crisis in the Red Sea has escalated with the recent sinking of the Rubymar bulk carrier early on Saturday.
Read moreTrafigura is tackling the scarcity of contemporary supertanker capacity by venturing into the construction of its very first VLCCs.
Read moreMSC KATYAYNI experienced engine failure and required towing over a span of six days from a location approx. 300 nautical miles off Vigo, Spain.
Read moreSingapore & Australia enter into MoU to jointly work on the development of the Singapore-Australia Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC).
Read moreFractal Shipping, based in the UAE, and Turkey's Beks Ship Management have been highlighted in the recent set of sanctions announced by the UK.
Read moreIn a statement made by the MoD a missile system will be upgraded to feature a new warhead & software enabling it to counter ballistic missile threads.
Read moreJP Morgan has emerged from the shadows this month, becoming one among numerous shipping entities involved in active capesize market transactions.
Read moreSAAM, a leading provider in the towage sector, recorded an unprecedented net income of US$501 million in 2023.
Read moreDiamond Offshore Drilling awarded 2-year extension for its contract with BP subsidiary in US Gulf of Mexico for its seventh-generation drillship.
Read moreSafe Bulkers progresses with fleet renewal strategy and capitalizes on increasing prices by selling two of its vessels in separate transactions.
Read moreThe Italian Navy destroyed a drone over the Red Sea, acting in defense under the European Union's new naval operations in that region.
Read moreDespite Black Sea port blockade by Russia, Ukraine gave foreign markets hope as ships passed through mouth of the Danube to increase grain export
Read moreZodiac Maritime is collaborating with KEPCO E&C, HD KSOE and Lloyd's Register of South Korea to create plans for ships powered by nuclear energy.
Read moreCommercial vessels currently voyaging the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden have been advised by Greece to avoid Yemeni waters following attacks.
Read moreFollowing their initial successful attack on a vessel, Houthis have declared any ship entering their territorial waters must secure a permit.
Read moreAmbrey, a maritime security company in the UK revealed container ship flying the Malta flag observed 3 explosions in the direction of its port quarter
Read moreLondon's marine insurance market expanded its designation of high-risk areas in the Red Sea following an increase in attacks on commercial ships.
Read moreMore than 200 passengers on the MV Holiday Island ferry had to leave the vessel early on Friday owing to a fire in its engine room.
Read moreIn a significant move, the Louis Dreyfus Company, has chosen to equip its leased juice transport vessel with four innovative suction sails.
Read moreThe appointment of Arsenio Antonio Dominguez Velasco as the secretary-general commencing on January 1, 2024, was officially certified by the IMO.
Read moreAccording to Singapore Police 10 individuals were detained for alleged involvement in a fraudulent Marine Gas Oil transaction on August 4, 2022.
Read moreAs China conducted its most provocative military exercises in decades surrounding Taiwan, shippers rerouted their boats from the Taiwan Strait.
Read moreJadestone Energy has chosen to temporarily halt production from the Montara oil field offshore northwestern Australia.
Read moreHavfram Wind seals contract for work on wind turbine transport and installation on RWE’s 1.6GW offshore wind farm found in the German North Sea.
Read morePartnership is scheduled to commence operations in April 2024, focusing primarily on supplying seafarers for the MOL Group’s LNG carrier fleet.
Read morePresident Ferdinan Marcos Jr of the Philippines stated that the country is actively addressing “exploration issues” in the South China Sea.
Read moreUnion leader & labor ministry say Norwegian government stepped in to end the strike in the petroleum sector that interrupted oil & gas output.
Read moreSingapore keeps status as the top maritime hub for the 9th consecutive year in the Xinhua-Baltic Int. Shipping Centre Development Index Report
Read moreThe COP28 summit culminating on Dec 12th marked a milestone with the adoption of the UAE Consensus, an agreement aimed at phasing out fossil fuel
Read moreAnticipation of better-than-expected demand across trade routes leads ocean carriers to re-enter charter market in search of available tonnage.
Read moreRWE has been chosen as part of a group to construct & manage an offshore wind project situated off the shores near Murakami and Tainai in Japan.
Read moreResolution entitled "Appreciation of the Services of Mr Kitack Lim" recognizes Mr. Lim's leadership and achievements during his tenure at the IMO
Read moreIn a grand event at Dubai Drydocks World on December 13, 2023, Yinson Production warmly welcomed the latest jewel in its crown, the FPSO Atlanta.
Read moreMajor suppliers for global retailers such as IKEA & Amazon are adjusting shipping routes, marking the most significant disruption since COVID
Read moreThe specialized RIB not only expands the department’s response capabilities but also offers a secure platform for conducting rescue missions.
Read moreTuesday's event at Haneda airport resulted in the loss of 5 Coast Guard crew , while all 379 occupants of the JAL plane miraculously survived.
Read moreGulf of Oman: US Coast Guard achieved initial drug interdiction for the year, successfully confiscating an array of narcotics valued at $11 million.
Read moreCosta Cruises’ 114,500 gross ton Costa Serna was cruising the Arabian Sea when the vessel rescued a group of stranded fishermen lost out to sea.
Read moreFrench shipping giant CMA CGM escalated its bid to acquire Wincanton, a UK logistics company, offering approximately $766 million in cash.
Read moreAccording to the U.S Coast Guard, the M/V Genius Star XI carrying lithium-ion batteries has been anchored close to Dutch Harbor, AK & poses no immediate threat
Read moreAfter tugboat moving barges collides with 2 recreational power boats on Saturday 6 people were pulled from the ocean close to Goat Island TX.
Read moreA tank fell as a result of a structural issue at an oil tank platform. Approximately 14,000 gallons of oil are thought to have leaked.
Read moreIran is launching its first drone carrier, a converted boxship, adding to growing concerns surrounding the situation in the Middle East.
Read moreOil leak from container ship owned by Matson sailing to Anchorage, AK monitored by the US Coast Guard in collaboration with other authorities.
Read moreThe Port of Oakland’s three marine terminals were only partially operational on Thursday, and the biggest facility was shut down.
Read moreThe United Arab Emirates has prohibited ships bearing the flag of Cameroon from entering its waters.
Read moreDue to continued attacks on vessels by Iran-backed Houthi militia off the Yemen coast, the most important global shipping lane has been paralyzed
Read moreThe price for vessels to skip Panama Canal congestion lines has reduced significantly from the multimillion-dollar records of recent months.
Read moreSeveral brokerage report RCL, a Thai shipping company, has ventured to southern China for the procurement of four 4,400 TEU vessels.
Read moreOn Wednesday, the administrator of the Panama Canal disclosed a monthly decline of roughly $100 million in toll revenues since October.
Read moreInterManager, the international trade association for ship and crew management, highlighted a series of fatal incidents within a week in Dec 2023
Read moreA vessel transporting cattle from Australia, initially bound for the Middle East, has reportedly rerouted towards Africa.
Read moreA livestock carrier that set sail from Fremantle in January bound for Jordan has received directives from the Australian government to head back.
Read moreVehicle transport specialist Wallenius Wilhelmsen finalize multi-year transport deal with a South Korean construction equipment manufacturer.
Read moreExecuting the mission with the aid of two long-range drones, the operation led to a fire at Novatek's gas terminal, prompting the evacuation of staff.
Read moreAlphaliner is reporting that the Yang Ming is looking for approximately 15 feeders, whilst Evergreen is seeking to contract for 6 total ships.
Read moreThe ICS released an annual report ranking the DR of Congo as the lowest-performing shipping flag among over a hundred registries evaluated.
Read moreYang Shaopeng resigns as chairman of SITC International Holdings, initiating a leadership restructure at China’s second-biggest shipping company
Read moreMaersk Line operations involving five services that utilize the Port of Baltimore will be disrupted due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Read moreEarlier in March, COSCO SHIPPING made headlines by entering into two significant cooperation agreements in Shanghai.
Read moreOver 1,000 merchant vessels have navigated through Ukraine's grain corridor in the Black Sea, established seven and a half months ago.
Read moreStudy by Lloyd's Register concludes that converting passenger ships to use methanol as fuel is less economically viable than some alternatives.
Read moreIran has released the remaining crew of the Greek-owned tanker St Nikolas, detained by its military forces in the Gulf of Oman since January.
Read moreMaritime heavyweight MSC has, through its affiliate Shipping Agencies Services, agreed to purchase a 42% share in freight forwarding company Clasquin
Read moreA ferry operating off the coast of Sakhalin, Russia, encountered difficulties after being damaged by ice floes, leaving 60 individuals stranded.
Read moreWindstar Cruises is expanding its presence in Tahiti and French Polynesia, capitalizing on several years of successful operations in the region.
Read moreNantong Xiangyu secures contract to build eight 64,000 DWT bulk carriers prepared for methanol fuel with Xiamen Jinxian and COSCO Shipping Bulk.
Read moreDP World, headquartered in Dubai, has launched its newest addition to the extensive network of over 100 freight forwarding offices worldwide.
Read moreSevere weather across the Persian Gulf has raised significant concerns for ocean and air freight stakeholders, further complicating supply chains
Read moreRay Car Carriers has placed an order for four VLCCs with HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering in South Korea for a total of $520 million
Read moreRolf Habben Jansen has guided the company to its highest profits to date sees his Hapag-Lloyd tenure as CEO renewed until 2029.
Read moreThe YM Witness collided with three major container cranes during its docking attempt at Evyap Port in Istanbul, Turkey on Saturday afternoon.
Read moreIn a legal battle in London, Greek shipping magnate Victor Restis emerged victorious against Amanda Staveley, co-owner of Newcastle United, over debt
Read moreSouth Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor announces partial halt to reinforcement operations at Jeong Il Ulsan Container Terminal following an incident
Read morePortMiami saw the docking of the CMA CGM Bali on March 11. The container vessel boasts a 15,000 TEU capacity & serves the Manhattan Bridge route.
Read moreThe US Coast Guard announced the end of rescue efforts after nightfall Tuesday for surviving victims of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.
Read moreThe Port of Southampton in the UK has successfully completed a major project to widen the navigation channel in its Western Docks.
Read moreMaersk Supply Service, headquartered in Denmark, has secured a deal with Shell to utilize its subsea support vessel, the Maersk Achiever.
Read moreOn Monday, a tragic incident occurred at the Port of Los Angeles, resulting in the death of a worker who got pinned beneath a forklift.
Read moreOn Sunday, the inaugural towboat of 2024 navigated through Hastings, MN Lock & Dam 2, heralding the start of the Mississippi's navigation season.
Read moreOver the weekend, Houthis announced an expansion of their military operations, according to a televised statement.
Read moreA chemical tanker flying the S. Korean flag has overturned near the coast of Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan with efforts to save crew in progress.
Read moreIn February, the Port of Oakland witnessed a notable increase in container traffic, exceeding the figures from the same month the previous year.
Read moreOcean Network Express (ONE) has introduced Subic Bay port into the service rotation for its China Thailand Philippines route (CTP).
Read moreIn March the Port of Los Angeles experienced a significant increase in activity, processing 743,417 TEUs, a 19% rise from the same month last year
Read moreAfter a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, a mainland Chinese port has reopened for cruise ships to homeport, marking a significant milestone.
Read moreMarch 20th, Gwadar Port in Pakistan was targeted by gunmen in an assault. The “Balochistan Liberation Army,” a separatist group, has claimed the attack.
Read moreFive workers have died and one is still missing after an incident on Perenco’s Becuna platform off the coast of Gabon.
Read moreDachser is broadening the scope of its air and sea freight capabilities by introducing new scheduled Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) services.
Read moreThe Baltimore City Fire Department, which is on the scene, reports that approximately 20 individuals and multiple vehicles were plunged into the river.
Read moreAggregate Industries UK announces substantial investment aimed at meeting increasing demand for cementitious materials in the UK's construction industry.
Read moreTransocean, an offshore drilling contractor, has secured a one-year contract extension for an ultra-deepwater drillship in the US Gulf of Mexico.
Read moreU-Ming Marine Transport has entered into a MoU with the Japanese conglomerate Itochu to co-own and manage ammonia-powered dual-fuel bulk carriers
Read moreMaersk announces it will continue seasonal inland and maritime service from the Gqeberha load port in S. Africa to various destinations in Europe
Read moreThe Royal Thai Navy concludes its investigation into the 2022 sinking of a frigate, attributing the disaster to weather, ship condition & human error.
Read moreHafnia, the largest owner of product tankers globally, disclosed plans for a secondary listing in the United States towards the end of last year.
Read moreFolk Maritime is set to launch a direct feeder service this April, creating a link between Port Sudan and the port of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia.
Read moreIn a rare act, the South Korean Coast Guard has detained a merchant ship on its course, identified as the De Yi, due to its stateless status.
Read moreA fire broke out on a mobile crane at the Infraestructura Portuaria Mexicana terminal, leading to the crane collapsing onto a bulk carrier.
Read moreA fire occurred on the Akal-B oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in the death of at least one with injuries to several others.
Read moreIn the early hours of April 4th, around 4am, an incident occurred on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas involving a young man going overboard.
Read moreAPM Terminals has initiated legal action in the Durban High Court, seeking to prevent a competitor from Asia from acquiring control of key terminal.
Read moreUkrainian Sea Ports Authority announced the Greek bulk carrier Captain Leonidas is the largest ship to dock in Ukraine since the Russian invasion
Read moreNorwegian Cruise Line has unveiled new F&B options that will premiere on the Norwegian Aqua, set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025.
Read moreIn the US, another container ship encountered a loss of control as it neared the Verrazano Bridge in New York City.
Read moreHafnia, recognized as the largest company in the product tanker sector, initiated its shares trading on the New York Stock Exchange yesterday.
Read moreTwo state-of-the-art double level luffing jib cranes reached the Port of Piraeus marking a technological advancement for its shipbuilding capabilities.
Read moreThe opening quarter of 2024 has witnessed a slight decrease in the number of vehicle carriers arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge in Belgium.
Read moreUS forces intercepted and destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile (ABSM) launched by Houthi rebels, aimed at a Maersk vessel in the Gulf of Aden
Read moreThe second call for bids on a Lithuanian offshore wind farm was abandoned due to insufficient interest from developers.
Read moreHaitian news reported the hijacking of the container vessel Magalie by members of the 5 Seconds Gang within Port-au-Prince.
Read moreCMA CGM is launching Rate Restoration Initiative 4 which will affect shipments from North European and Mediterranean ports heading to N. America.
Read moreSaudi Arabian oil and gas drilling company Advanced Energy Services has been awarded a contract for a jackup rig in Qatar by the TotalEnergies.
Read moreDuring the At the Sea Japan 2024 event, NYK unveiled its plans to begin supplying fuel ammonia to its soon-to-be-completed ammonia-fueled tugboat
Read moreThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has initiated a criminal investigation into the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Read moreFour Russian tankers transporting oil and refined products have been stranded at sea due to sanctions related to Iran imposed by the United States
Read moreA livestock carrier, Deala, became stranded at the entrance to Rasa Port, Croatia on Tuesday, April 16th.
Read moreHapag-Lloyd unveiled its Strategy 2030, outlining a plan aimed at achieving quality leadership, sustainability, innovation and efficiency.
Read moreSouth Korean government announced plans to invest approximately US$2.5 billion to expand the container shipping fleet of locally owned companies.
Read moreA coastguard operation on Saturday resulted in the interception of five Mexican lanchas that were fishing unlawfully in U.S. territorial waters.
Read moreAlphaliner report highlights Dubai/Jebel Ali, the Middle East’s largest container port, has reclaimed its position among the top 10 global ports.
Read moreThe Batumi International Container Terminal, part of International Container Terminal Services, is to enhance service connectivity to North Africa & Spain
Read moreSingapore could produce over 1 million metric tons of methanol annually by 2030, which would meet the growing demand for alternative bunker fuel.
Read moreEuroseas, a company specializing in containerships, has secured a time charter contract for one of its feeder boxships and agreed to sell another
Read moreOn April 17, 2024, the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), the largest maritime security alliance in the world, announced Finland as its newest member.
Read moreOFAC intensifies efforts against entities facilitating Iranian goods shipments connected to Sa’id al-Jamal, a figure linked to Corps-Qods Force.
Read moreMaersk Line has announced its readiness to reroute services from eastern Canada to the southern Atlantic Ocean and the US Gulf.
Read moreThe Municipal Council of Ísafjörður has implemented a daily cap on the number of cruise ship passengers due to local infrastructure constraints.
Read moreTruck drivers camped out in Baltimore Container Terminal to protest what they claim are ongoing pickup delays disregarded to save money.
Read moreIn response to spill that shut down 2 pipelines Shell & Chevron said they had stopped oil production at multiple sites in the Gulf of Mexico.
Read moreJanuary 1st saw China’s first domestically made cruise ship begin its maiden voyage, offering mainland travelers the opportunity to go overseas.
Read moreKalmar has finalized an agreement with APM Terminals Pier 400 in Los Angeles for the delivery of two new Kalmar electric AutoStrads™.
Read moreIcebreaker project in Lake Erie given state permit to build 1st freshwater offshore wind farm in N America according to the Ohio Supreme Court.
Read moreIn advance of the upcoming legal committee meeting, the IMO has issued a warning about two shipping registries it considers fraudulent.
Read moreThe rescue occurred about 20 miles southeast of Los Cajuelos, Cuba, on April 21st, Sunday, as the ship was en route to Roatan, Honduras.
Read moreDespite a drop in earnings in 2023 Singapore’s Pacific International Lines anticipates maintaining profitability in 2024 due to the Red Sea crisis.
Read moreFor 2024, Princess Cruises is focusing heavily on its main markets, with a significant portion of its capacity dedicated to North America.
Read moreThe latest Valenciaport Statistical Bulletin reveals that in March Valenciaport processed nearly 7 million tonnes of cargo, an increase of 3.84%.
Read moreGuests on Celebrity Cruises had their first experience of Perfect Day at CocoCay while aboard the Celebrity Reflection and the Celebrity Beyond.
Read moreIn February, Drewry's Global Container Port Throughput Index was recorded at 109.2 points showing a slight decrease of 0.8% from the previous month
Read moreCarnival Cruise Line's latest addition, the Carnival Firenze, has docked in Long Beach, CA marking the end of its month-long journey from Spain.
Read moreOn April 24, the UK Maritime Trade Organisation was alerted to an explosion in the waters 72 nautical miles southeast of Djibouti's port.
Read moreHouthi rebels in Yemen have taken responsibility for an attack on a containership operated by MSC in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday.
Read moreLast month, the Port of Oakland reported a significant increase in its container traffic with 202,816 TEUs processed, a 19.1% rise from March '23
Read more25th April, the Turkish Directorate General of Coastal Safety reported a fire on the dry cargo vessel AK Discovery in the Dardanelles Strait.
Read moreMSC, the Swiss/Italian shipping company, has expanded its UK West Coast-East Mediterranean service to include the Scottish port of Greenock.
Read moreOn April 23 a tourist vessel, Polarfront, ran aground near Svalbard, Norway, with 25 people on board at the time, sparking rescue operations.
Read moreFloods in Rio Grande do Sul have resulted in the deaths of at least 85 and disrupted transportation and industrial operations across the state.
Read moreThe Wallem-managed LNG-fueled crude oil tanker Angleviken successfully rescued a fisherman who had been adrift for two days on the Java Sea.
Read moreJames Fisher & Sons has secured a contract exceeding £1M to deliver specialist personnel and safety management services to a wind farm in Taiwan
Read moreIran has freed all crew members of the MSC Aries, a 15,000 TEU container ship that was seized by Iranian special forces last month.
Read moreThe global cruise ship orderbook has now expanded to its most extended timeline, with 60 new orders and deals stretching through to 2026.
Read moreHolland America Cruise Line's ship Rotterdam has initiated a trial using 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while cruising the Norwegian fjords.
Read moreEvergreen Marine Corporation and COSCO Shipping Lines have announced plans to upgrade their jointly operated Far East-Mediterranean service.
Read morePrincess Cruises has revealed plans to resume its Southern Caribbean sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, aboard the Grand Princess.
Read moreA crew member on the Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Encore, ID'd as Ntando Sogoni from South Africa, was arrested by the FBI in Juneau on May 7.
Read moreA vessel belonging to the Evergreen Marine Corporation has been detained at the port of Qingdao in China for an inquiry following a collision.
Read moreOn May 8th the cargo ship Bremen was reported to have run aground at the Port of Silloth in Northern England at 12:10 AM local time.
Read moreHX has unveiled its latest offering, the "Ultimate Norway – Arctic Expedition Under the Northern Lights," set to launch in January 2026.
Read moreNicaragua has terminated a 50-year concession previously awarded to Chinese businessman Wang Jing to construct a rival to the Panama Canal.
Read moreIn March, the Port of New York and New Jersey processed 701,648 TEUs, contributing to a first quarter cumulative volume of 2,001,449 TEUs.
Read moreMay 10th, a crew member of the Carnival Cruise Line ship Carnival Venezia went overboard while the ship was docked in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.
Read moreYang Ming reported robust financial results for the first quarter, with revenues reaching US$1.39B and a net profit after tax of US$298.42M.
Read moreSilversea Cruises has introduced its new vessel, the Silver Nova, to Alaska, where it will offer seven-day journeys until September 5, 2024.
Read moreVessels with a capacity of up to 10,000 deadweight tons (DWT) can now access the world's largest municipality, namely Chonqing in SW China.
Read moreStockholm-based renewable energy developer OX2 is currently the subject of a purchase offer from the investment firm EQT Infrastructure VI.
Read moreThe Serenade of the Seas recently embarked on the third leg of Royal Caribbean International’s 274-night Ultimate World Cruise.
Read moreCMA CGM has unveiled a new weekly service, VGI, which will link Laem Chabang, Vung Tau, and Jakarta to the India West Coast and the Middle East
Read moreThe Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has imposed a 180-day ban on the Indian bulk carrier Darya Shaan due to safety concerns.
Read moreOn May 14th, the UK Parliament voted in favor of a bill that prohibits the export of livestock for slaughter and fattening for slaughter.
Read moreA barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island
Read moreA 30,000 gallon oil spill was reported in the Exuma waters between yesterday and this morning, according to acting prime minister Chester Cooper.
Read moreShell UK and offshore drilling contractor Stena Drilling have agreed to a new contract for the use of Stena Don, a semi-submersible drilling rig.
Read moreHolland America Line has opened bookings for its 132-day Grand World Voyage, departing from Fort Lauderdale aboard the Volendam on January 4 2026
Read moreAccording to RIMPAC reports of the fire were brought to watch floor at 8am. After the fire started, several ships helped the Guise and its crew.
Read moreThe Coral Princess cruise ship has anchored at Sydney's Circular Quay with more than 100 COVID-positive crew members and passengers on board.
Read moreBelize-flagged Cramoil Equity was reportedly transporting hazardous trash without permission when the Batam Port Authority received a tip.
Read moreAn explosion happened earlier this week aboard river cruise ship Viking Gymir that was berthed in the very heart of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
Read moreTurkish & Ukrainian officials say four ships carrying Ukrainian food left Ukrainian Black Marine ports as part of agreement to open sea exports.
Read moreTuesday saw the inauguration of Turkey's newest drilling vessel, that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated will be transported to Cyprus.
Read moreOff the Somalian coast, commercial vessel remains hijacked by group of unknown assailants, significantly raising fears of persisting instability.
Read moreMiddle River Marine, based in Mokena, Illinois, added three towboats—namely, the M/V Carmalee Rose, Macey Lauren, and Ava Renee—to its fleet.
Read moreAccording to Brokers, the Bekmezci family sold their first and only large cargo ship, a newcastlemax, after having it for a year.
Read moreAs health infrastructure in Gaza collapses up to 1,000 people have been treated in a French field hospital aboard a ship off the Egypt coast.
Read moreThe tanker flagged under the Marshall Islands, which Iran seized in the Gulf of Oman Thursday, has been pinpointed to the east of Iran's Qeshm Island
Read moreIn an effort to avoid Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, cargo ships are broadcasting that they are not affiliated with Israel.
Read moreTransits of commercial vessels through the Suez Canal have dropped to their lowest since the Ever Given blocked the waterway nearly 3 years ago.
Read moreAD Ports Group has entered into a nonbinding agreement to explore the development and operation of a multipurpose port in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Read moreOn Thursday, May 16, the Indian Coast Guard successfully evacuated a critically ill British mariner from the UK sealift ship Anvil Point.
Read moreThe refloat and transit of the stranded containership Dali from its current location to a terminal in Baltimore are scheduled for Monday morning.
Read morePortMiami's annual economic impact has surged to $61.4 billion, up from $41.4 billion in 2016 according to a study conducted by Martin Associates
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