11 Oct 2024

Shell Places $480M Order for MR2 Product Tankers in China

Shell has turned to the Chinese shipbuilding market to secure a number of MR2 product tankers valued at approximately $480 million.

Shell Places $480M Order for MR2 Product Tankers in China
11 Oct 2024

Cargo Ship Collision Near Hachinohe City Under Investigation

An incident occurred on the evening of October 9th when two cargo ships collided with each other off the coast of Hachinohe City, Japan.

Cargo Ship Collision Near Hachinohe City Under Investigation
11 Oct 2024

Crane Collapse at Paradip: Vessel Damaged, Operator Injured

On October 8, a crane collapsed onto a vessel at Odisha's Paradip Port, resulting in damage to the ship and injuries to the crane operator.

Crane Collapse at Paradip: Vessel Damaged, Operator Injured
10 Oct 2024

Fujian Guohang Expands Orderbook with Methanol-Ready Bulkers

Chinese shipowner Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping is solidifying its commitment to methanol-ready kamsarmax newbuilds at Wuhu Shipyard.

Fujian Guohang Expands Orderbook with Methanol-Ready Bulkers
9 Oct 2024

SIBCON 2024 Highlights Singapore’s Push for Digital Bunkering

The world’s largest bunkering event, SIBCON, is currently taking place in Singapore, the global leader in bunkering operations.

SIBCON 2024 Highlights Singapore’s Push for Digital Bunkering
8 Oct 2024

Tragic Fire Aboard Bangladesh Oil Tanker Claims One Life

Another tragic accident has occurred in Bangladesh, involving a fire aboard a crude oil tanker owned by Bangladesh Shipping Corporation.

Tragic Fire Aboard Bangladesh Oil Tanker Claims One Life
7 Oct 2024

Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024

2024 has been a standout year for Asian shipbuilders, with newbuild prices reaching unprecedented levels, according to data from Clarksons.

Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024
3 Oct 2024

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Expands Fleet with Acquisitions

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Shipping continues its buying spree, showing no signs of slowing down during an aggressive clutch of acquisitions.

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Expands Fleet with Acquisitions
2 Oct 2024

New Chinese Container Line Begins Operations Out of Shanghai

A newly established container shipping company based in Shanghai, STF Shipping, has started offering services throughout northeast Asia.

New Chinese Container Line Begins Operations Out of Shanghai
2 Oct 2024

Taiwan Coast Guard Rescues Crew from Stranded Bulk Carrier

Nineteen crew members aboard a bulk carrier were saved by the Taiwan Coast Guard after their ship began taking on water near Taiwan's coast.

Taiwan Coast Guard Rescues Crew from Stranded Bulk Carrier
1 Oct 2024

Explosion on Oil Tanker at Chittagong Port Claims Three Lives

A deadly accident occurred following an explosion aboard the crude oil tanker Banglar Jyoti at Chittagong Port’s Eastern Refinery.

Explosion on Oil Tanker at Chittagong Port Claims Three Lives
30 Sep 2024

CMA CGM Becomes First Foreign Line to Operate Philippine Routes

After Marcos administration’s relaxes cabotage laws, France’s CMA CGM becomes first foreign shipping line to operate routes in the Philippines.

CMA CGM Becomes First Foreign Line to Operate Philippine Routes
30 Sep 2024

Cargo Ship Grounded Due to Hull Leak Off Indonesia

A general cargo ship, the George Sejahtera, ran aground in the waters off Linau, west of Lampung, Indonesia, on September 26th.

Cargo Ship Grounded Due to Hull Leak Off Indonesia
25 Sep 2024

Three Containers Salvaged After Collision at Nansha Port

September 21, three containers were knocked off the FESCO boxship, Vladivostok, during a collision at Nansha Port. All containers were recovered.

Three Containers Salvaged After Collision at Nansha Port
25 Sep 2024

Cargo Ship Runs Aground Avoiding Collision in Indonesia

he grounding occurred as the ship attempted to steer clear of a fishing vessel. All 20 crew members on board were confirmed to be safe.

Cargo Ship Runs Aground Avoiding Collision in Indonesia