NBOSCO Orders Four 2,700 TEU Ships from Huangpu Yard

Shanghai Jinghan Orders New Chemical Tankers in China

Two Cruise Passengers Evacuated Near Aceh Coast

Indonesian officials carry out emergency medical evacuation after two passengers aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Aceh became seriously ill.

COSCO Orders Two Large Gas Carriers for 2027 Delivery

Chinese state-owned maritime leader COSCO has made another strategic move in the gas carrier market with a new round of shipbuilding orders.

US and China Agree to Slash Tariffs in 90-Day Deal

In a step toward easing trade tensions, the U.S. and China have agreed to significantly reduce tariffs on each other’s goods for a 90-day period.

NCLH Opens Modern Medical Clinic for Filipino Crew

Norwegian Cruise Line has launched its own dedicated medical clinic in the Philippines, designed specifically to serve its Filipino crew members.

One Dead, One Missing After KMP Muchlisa Sinks in Indonesia

A maritime accident has left one crew member dead and another missing following the sinking of the passenger vessel KMP Muchlisa in Indonesia.

OOCL Orders 14 Green-Fuel Megaships in $3B Expansion

Hong Kong-based Orient Overseas Container Line is expanding its fleet with an order for 14 new container ships, a deal valued at over $3 billion.

CMA CGM Registers First Indian-Flagged Ship in Milestone

CMA CGM has marked a milestone with the arrival of its first Indian-flagged boxship, making it the first major foreign shipping company to do so.

Ovation of the Seas Begins Short Asia Cruise Season

Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas has recently made its way to Asia, launching a short-term cruising season from key Chinese ports.

RCL Expands Fleet with Four New Containership Orders

Thailand’s Regional Carrier Lines (RCL) is set to expand its fleet by ordering four new container ships from Chinese shipyards.

AIDAstella and Azamara Pursuit Make First Calls to Niigata

The Port of Niigata in Japan recently celebrated the inaugural visits of two cruise ships, the AIDAstella and the Azamara Pursuit.

Mitsui OSK Lines to Open Strategic Office in Washington

Reflecting a shifting global landscape, Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), has announced plans to establish a new office in Washington, DC.

HSBC: China Shipyards Remain Strong Despite U.S. Shift

Non-Chinese shipowners can breathe easier thanks to HSBC stating their belief that Chinese shipyards are retaining their competitive edge.

Hong Kong to Add Cruise Shore Power by 2030

Hong Kong is preparing to introduce shore power capabilities at its port by 2030, according to Joanne Chu, Deputy Commissioner of Tourism.