LPG Tanker Seized in Bangladesh Over Fire and Legal Disputes
The LPG tanker Captain Nikolas was detained at the Port of Chattogram on April 11, following court orders issued by a Bangladeshi court.
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Google Signs First Offshore Wind Deal in Asia Pacific
Google enters into its first offshore wind power purchase agreement in the Asia Pacific region, marking a step in its renewable energy strategy.
Malaysian Authorities Detain Crew of Tanker Krishna 1
ITF reports crew of a crude oil tanker has been detained by Malaysian officials for allegedly entering national waters without necessary documents
China Unveils World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Xiamen
After MSC celebrated the opening of what was hailed as the world’s largest cruise terminal in PortMiami, a new contender has claimed the title.
Vessel Capsizes off Philippines, Leaving Crew Missing
The Philippine Coast Guard confirm that aggregates carrier Hong Hai 16 capsized on April 15 at around 5:20 PM, resulting in confirmed fatalities.
Singapore’s Vasi Shipping Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Vasi Shipping, a small container shipping company based in Singapore, has declared bankruptcy after 13 years in operation.
South Korea Saw Sharp Rise in Maritime Accidents in 2024
South Korea experienced a notable rise in maritime incidents and casualties in 2024, according to data from the Ministry of Oceans & Fisheries.
Yangzijiang Financial Orders Four Handysize Bulk Carriers
Yangzijiang Financial Holding is making a return to Jingjiang Nanyang Shipbuilding with a fresh order in the handysize dry bulk market.
Cargo Ship Collision in Vietnam Leaves Four Dead
A serious maritime collision occurred in Vietnam’s Gulf of Bắc Bộ on April 8, when a Panama-registered cargo ship struck a Vietnamese fishing vessel
Australia to Cancel Chinese Lease of Darwin Port
Australia is moving ahead with plans to terminate a Chinese firm's lease on the Port of Darwin, located in the far north of the country.
NYK Orders First Methanol-Fueled VLCC for 2028 Delivery
Japanese shipping giant Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) is set to introduce its first methanol dual-fuel very large crude carrier (VLCC) to its fleet.
Cordelia Cruises to Acquire Two Ships from Norwegian Line
Norwegian Cruise Line has reached a deal to transfer two of its Sun-class ships, Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, to India-based Cordelia Cruises
Oil Spill Near Pulau Ubin Prompts Swift Cleanup Response
An oil spill has been confirmed by the Johor Port Authority after a slick was seen near the Eastern Johor Strait off the coast of Malaysia’s Pulau Ubin
Tourist Arrested in Japan for Carrying Firearm to Port
A 73-year-old tourist was taken into custody at Kobe Port Terminal after disclosing he had a gun in his luggage while preparing to board a cruise
South Korea Makes Record Cocaine Seizure from Cargo Ship
South Korean authorities have seized approx two tons of cocaine, the largest drug bust in the country’s history, aboard a bulk carrier in Gangneung