24 Apr 2025

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.

Hong Kong to Add Cruise Shore Power by 2030
24 Apr 2025

Bulk Carrier Boarded in Piracy-Prone Philip Channel

Ambrey has reported that a Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier was boarded by four intruders while sailing eastbound through the Philip Channel

Bulk Carrier Boarded in Piracy-Prone Philip Channel
23 Apr 2025

Star Voyager Launches First Cruise Season from Thailand

StarCruises has officially kicked off its first-ever cruise season from Thailand with the Star Voyager arriving at Laem Chabang Port, Bangkok.

Star Voyager Launches First Cruise Season from Thailand
22 Apr 2025

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.

LPG Tanker Seized in Bangladesh Over Fire and Legal Disputes
22 Apr 2025

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.

Google Signs First Offshore Wind Deal in Asia Pacific
18 Apr 2025

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

Malaysian Authorities Detain Crew of Tanker Krishna 1
17 Apr 2025

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.

China Unveils World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Xiamen
17 Apr 2025

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.

Vessel Capsizes off Philippines, Leaving Crew Missing
16 Apr 2025

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.

Singapore’s Vasi Shipping Files for Bankruptcy Protection
14 Apr 2025

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.

South Korea Saw Sharp Rise in Maritime Accidents in 2024
14 Apr 2025

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.

Yangzijiang Financial Orders Four Handysize Bulk Carriers
10 Apr 2025

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

Cargo Ship Collision in Vietnam Leaves Four Dead
9 Apr 2025

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.

Australia to Cancel Chinese Lease of Darwin Port
8 Apr 2025

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.

NYK Orders First Methanol-Fueled VLCC for 2028 Delivery
8 Apr 2025

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

Cordelia Cruises to Acquire Two Ships from Norwegian Line