Hong Kong Launches New Maritime Development Board
Several key figures from Hong Kong shipping have been appointed to the new Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board which launched Monday.
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Indian Navy Assists Tanker Fire in Gulf of Oman
On June 29, a fire broke out aboard the Yi Cheng 6, a Palau-flagged oil product tanker, while it was sailing through the Gulf of Oman.
ILO Launches Study to Improve Ship Recycling in Pakistan
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a detailed study to evaluate and improve Pakistan’s ship recycling industry.
Ferry Runs Aground Near Bali, All Passengers Safe
Indonesian-flagged Ro-Ro/passenger vessel Gerbang Samudra 2 ran aground on a coral reef 100 meters from the Gilimanuk Ferry Terminal in West Bali
Batam Shipyard Fire Claims Four Lives, Injures Five More
A fire erupted on June 24 aboard the Federal II, an FSO vessel, while it was undergoing maintenance at ASL Shipyard in Batam, Indonesia.
Disney Adventure Reveals Cruise Merch With Global Flair
Disney Cruise Line Singapore unveils new collection of themed merchandise that will be featured aboard its upcoming ship, the Disney Adventure.
Fire Disables Cargo Ship in Turkey’s Çanakkale Strait
On June 17th, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety (KEGM) reported a fire aboard the Industrial Challenger, a heavy lift vessel.
Kerala Files Charges After Two Maritime Disasters at Sea
After two emergencies off the Kerala coast, Indian authorities have filed criminal charges against the owner, captain, and crew of the Wan Hai 503
Shanghai Minsheng Orders Two Feeder Ships from New Dayang
Shanghai Minsheng Shipping reaches an agreement with Chinese shipbuilder New Dayang for the construction of two 1,100 TEU feeder container ships.
Heritage Adventurer Makes Historic Stop in Daram, Samar
Heritage Adventurer expedition cruise ship made a landmark visit to Daram, Samar on June 16, becoming the first cruise ship to dock at the island.
Princess Cruises Adds Second Ship to Singapore in 2026
Princess is to expand its presence in Asia by basing two ships out of Singapore for 2026-27 winter, offering nearly 30 sailings from the city-state
Crane Topples at Tuas Port During Delivery, No Injuries
A newly delivered quay crane toppled over at Singapore’s Tuas port on Sunday afternoon while being positioned at an inactive berth.
Costa Serena Resumes Cruises from China After 5 Years
Costa Cruises has resumed its presence in the Chinese cruise market, as the Costa Serena made its return earlier this week after a 5-year absence
Captain Jailed for Severing Taiwan’s Undersea Cables
A court in Taiwan has handed down a three-year prison sentence to the captain of the Hong Tai 58 for damaging undersea communication cables.
Crew Rescued After Bulk Carrier Capsizes Near Maldives
On June 11th, the Panama-registered bulk carrier Run Fu 3 overturned roughly 500 nautical miles south of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean.
Ship Disasters Off Kerala Spark Calls for Stricter Oversight
Two high-profile incidents off India’s coast have ignited public concern and renewed debate over regulating aging vessels in the country’s waters
ONE Linked to $1.76B Order for 8 Mega Containerships
ONE, a Singapore-headquartered container carrier backed by Japanese firms, is reportedly behind a shipbuilding contract with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Fire & Explosion Rock Container Ship Off Kerala Coast: Update
An emergency unfolded on June 9 when an explosion occurred aboard the Wan Hai 503, a Singapore-registered containership as it sailed near Kerala.
Oil Spill Contained Off Thailand's Sriracha Coast
The Phoenix Jamnagar, a crude oil tanker registered in Singapore, released about 20 tons of oil after a pipeline ruptured during offloading.
Explosion Hits Wan Hai 503 Off Kerala Coast
On June 9, an explosion occurred on board the Singapore-registered container ship Wan Hai 503, situated approximately 130 nautical miles off Kerala