2 Jan 2025

Bulk Carriers Collide on Yangtze River, No Injuries Reported

December 30; two bulk carriers collided on China's Yangtze River. The vessels were Singapore-registered Yangze 22 and Japan-flagged Vega Dream.

Bulk Carriers Collide on Yangtze River, No Injuries Reported
20 Dec 2024

South Korea Awards 1.9GW of Offshore Wind Capacity in Auction

South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has allocated nearly 1.9GW of offshore wind capacity via its latest offshore wind auction.

South Korea Awards 1.9GW of Offshore Wind Capacity in Auction
20 Dec 2024

COSCO Expands Dry Bulk Fleet with 10 New Kamsarmax Vessels

COSCO Shipping is advancing its large-scale expansion in the dry bulk sector with a new order for 10 kamsarmax bulk carriers.

COSCO Expands Dry Bulk Fleet with 10 New Kamsarmax Vessels
19 Dec 2024

Hapag-Lloyd Announces Rate Hike for India-Middle East to US

Hapag-Lloyd has announced a GRI / GRA for container shipments moving from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to North America.

Hapag-Lloyd Announces Rate Hike for India-Middle East to US
19 Dec 2024

Doun Kisen Expands Bulk Carrier Fleet with Four New Orders

Japan's Doun Kisen has increased its bulk carrier orderbook in China, placing orders for four vessels according to multiple shipbroking sources.

Doun Kisen Expands Bulk Carrier Fleet with Four New Orders
18 Dec 2024

Armed Attack Targets Bulk Carrier in Philip Channel

A bulk carrier flying the Hong Kong flag was boarded by two armed intruders while sailing eastbound through the Philip Channel, near Indonesia.

Armed Attack Targets Bulk Carrier in Philip Channel
17 Dec 2024

Yang Ming & OOCL Unveil New China-Thailand Container Service

Yang Ming and Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) have unveiled a new container shipping service connecting China and Thailand.

Yang Ming & OOCL Unveil New China-Thailand Container Service
16 Dec 2024

China Expands Lead as World’s Top Shipowning Nation

China is solidifying its position as the world's largest shipowning nation, pulling nearly 30 million gross tons ahead of Greece, according to a report

China Expands Lead as World’s Top Shipowning Nation
16 Dec 2024

Indian Government Unveils Jalvahak for Waterway Transport

The Indian government has introduced a new initiative called “Jalvahak” to boost long-distance cargo transportation through inland waterways.

 Indian Government Unveils Jalvahak for Waterway Transport
13 Dec 2024

Yang Ming's YM Unicorn Runs Aground at Taiwan’s Keelung Port

A container ship operated by Yang Ming Marine Transport ran aground while attempting to dock at Taiwan's Keelung port on the night of December 11

Yang Ming's YM Unicorn Runs Aground at Taiwan’s Keelung Port
11 Dec 2024

Engine Failure Forces Cancellation of MSC Bellissima Cruise

MSC was forced to cancel the ongoing cruise of the MSC Bellissima due to an engine failure, according to a report by a Taiwanese media outlet.

Engine Failure Forces Cancellation of MSC Bellissima Cruise
11 Dec 2024

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.

Bulk Carrier Detained in Singapore Over Payment Dispute
10 Dec 2024

Tanker Runs Aground in Taiwan Amid Severe Weather Conditions

On December 7th, a products tanker named Liquid Gem ran aground off the coast of Taiwan due to extreme weather conditions.

Tanker Runs Aground in Taiwan Amid Severe Weather Conditions
9 Dec 2024

Shipping Industry on Alert as China Stages Drills Near Taiwan

Merchant ships navigating one of the world’s busiest routes have been urged to be vigilant as China conducts military exercises near Taiwan.

Shipping Industry on Alert as China Stages Drills Near Taiwan
6 Dec 2024

Indian Dockworkers Threaten Strike Over Wage & Benefit Issues

Indian dockworkers are to strike on December 17 unless their demands for wage revisions and productivity-linked rewards are addressed by the 15th

Indian Dockworkers Threaten Strike Over Wage & Benefit Issues