9 Sep 2025

Ningbo Ocean Shipping Expands Fleet with $406m Plan

Ningbo Ocean Shipping has unveiled plans to invest approximately CNY 2.9 billion through its Singapore arm to establish two new subsidiaries.

Ningbo Ocean Shipping Expands Fleet with $406m Plan
9 Sep 2025

Bangladesh Moves Ahead with First Deep-Sea Port Plan

Bangladesh is pressing forward with advanced plans to establish its first deep-sea port, set to be located at Matarbari on Maheshkhali Island.

Bangladesh Moves Ahead with First Deep-Sea Port Plan
8 Sep 2025

US Port Fees Could Cost COSCO, OOCL Over $2.1bn in 2026

Fresh projections from HSBC suggest that COSCO and its Hong Kong-listed unit OOCL could together face more than $2.1bn in port charges in 2026.

US Port Fees Could Cost COSCO, OOCL Over $2.1bn in 2026
5 Sep 2025

Manila Declaration Adopted to Protect Seafarers’ Rights

A declaration calling for stronger safeguards for seafarers has been adopted at a Philippine government-led conference held in Manila this week.

Manila Declaration Adopted to Protect Seafarers’ Rights
5 Sep 2025

India, Singapore Sign Green Shipping Corridor Deal

ndia and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) linking the two nations

India, Singapore Sign Green Shipping Corridor Deal
5 Sep 2025

AIDA Opens New School in Cambodia Through Charity Drive

AIDA Cruises announces completion of new school in Cambodia, funded through its AIDA Cruise & Help program with donations from guests and crew.

AIDA Opens New School in Cambodia Through Charity Drive
4 Sep 2025

VLCC Sales Surge as Asian Buyers Target Older Tonnage

The wet secondhand market has seen a sudden surge of activity this week, marked by several VLCC transactions based out of some Asian countries.

VLCC Sales Surge as Asian Buyers Target Older Tonnage
4 Sep 2025

Genting Dream Rescues Stranded Boater in Malacca Strait

Cruise ship Genting Dream came to the aid of a lone boater in the Strait of Malacca on September 3rd, while sailing from Singapore to Phuket.

Genting Dream Rescues Stranded Boater in Malacca Strait
2 Sep 2025

J-ENG Unveils World’s First Ammonia-Fuelled Engine

J-ENG announces breakthrough in maritime’s decarbonization efforts with completion of world’s first full-scale commercial engine powered by ammonia

J-ENG Unveils World’s First Ammonia-Fuelled Engine
1 Sep 2025

Heritage Expeditions Launches Indonesia-Borneo Cruise

Heritage Expeditions announces a new 14-day journey through Indonesia and Borneo, featuring unique wildlife encounters and cultural experiences.

Heritage Expeditions Launches Indonesia-Borneo Cruise
1 Sep 2025

Tanker and Bulk Carrier Collide off Singapore Coast

The Singapore-flagged bunker tanker Marine Dynamo and the Malta-registered supramax Flag Gangos were involved in a collision on Monday.

Tanker and Bulk Carrier Collide off Singapore Coast
28 Aug 2025

HX Expeditions Adds Global-Themed Menus Onboard

Following a trial run in June HX Expeditions has unveiled a new themed dining program designed to bring international flavors to its guests.

HX Expeditions Adds Global-Themed Menus Onboard
27 Aug 2025

Turkey Bars Israeli-Linked Ships; ZIM Confirms Diversions

ZIM says Turkish authorities have barred vessels with Israeli ties from entering Turkey’s ports, marking a fresh escalation in Ankara’s sanctions

Turkey Bars Israeli-Linked Ships; ZIM Confirms Diversions
27 Aug 2025

US Fees on China-Linked Ships Spur Global Fleet Shifts

Global carriers are repositioning vessels ahead of new U.S. port charges slated for October that target China-linked tonnage, prompting big changes

US Fees on China-Linked Ships Spur Global Fleet Shifts
26 Aug 2025

HD Hyundai to Anchor U.S. Shipbuilding Revamp Fund

HD Hyundai joins forces with Korea Development Bank and U.S.-based Cerberus Capital on a joint initiative to rebuild the US's shipbuilding sector

HD Hyundai to Anchor U.S. Shipbuilding Revamp Fund