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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

DNV to Advise Kolon Global on 400MW Wando Jangbogo