Bulk Carrier Detained in Singapore Over Payment Dispute
A bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag, the Porthos, was detained in Singapore on December 7th following a sheriff’s order.

A bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag, the Porthos, was detained in Singapore on December 7th following a sheriff’s order.
On December 7th, a products tanker named Liquid Gem ran aground off the coast of Taiwan due to extreme weather conditions.
Merchant ships navigating one of the world’s busiest routes have been urged to be vigilant as China conducts military exercises near Taiwan.
Indian dockworkers are to strike on December 17 unless their demands for wage revisions and productivity-linked rewards are addressed by the 15th
India has announced a new requirement for all ships visiting its ports: the mandatory installation of CCTV systems by October 2025.
China’s Nanjing Tanker is advancing its fleet modernization efforts by commissioning a series of new panamax tankers from a domestic shipyard.
Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express has acquired a minority stake in New Priok Container Terminal One (NPCT1) in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Schulte Group partners with Huayang Maritime Center and Haikou Xinhaina Port and Shipping Technology Co to establish a joint venture on Hainan.
On November 24, a fire broke out in the engine room of the container vessel GSL CHLOE as it was preparing to dock at Ningbo Port.
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced significant updates to its 2025 Asian itineraries for the Norwegian Spirit.
Adora Cruises announces a partnership with Shanghai Mobile to integrate advanced 5G communication tech into its newbuild, the Adora Flora City,
Hapag-Lloyd has announced an updated port rotation for its China Germany Express (CGX) service, set to take effect in January 2025.
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the USA for allegedly offering bribes to government officials to secure solar energy contracts.
RWS Global announced the opening of a new Shanghai HQ, marking a step in its efforts to expand location-based entertainment experiences in Asia.
November 18, fire broke out on cruise vessel Orient Princess in Tianjin. Authorities confirmed blaze was extinguished and no injuries were reported.