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
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DNV to Advise Kolon Global on 400MW Wando Jangbogo
DNV signs two-year agreement with developer Kolon Global Corporation to act as owner’s engineer for the 400MW Wando Jangbogo offshore wind farm.
Royal Princess Set for Southeast Asia Debut in 2026
Princess Cruises has revealed that the Royal Princess cruise ship will set sail in Southeast Asia for the very first time in October 2026.
Hanwha, Hyundai Join Forces on Offshore Wind Projects
Hanwha Ocean forms partnership with Hyundai Engineering & Construction to bolster South Korea’s offshore wind supply chain via joint EPC initiatives
SCI Expands Fleet With New LPG Carrier Sahyadri
The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has strengthened its fleet to 57 vessels with the addition of a new LPG carrier named the Sahyadri.
China to Launch Cruise Food Standards at CCS18
The China International Cruise Food Standards will be formally introduced at the 18th China Cruise Shipping Conference according to an announcement
Deadly Fire Erupts on Two Ships at South Korea Port
A tragic fire that took place on August 16th at Sinbuk Port in Yeosu, South Korea has left one seafarer dead and two others seriously injured.
Princess Cruises Plans Largest Japan Season in 2027
Princess Cruises unveils plans for its most expansive Japan cruise season to date, to launch in 2027 with two ships sailing from the Tokyo area.
New U.S. Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports
U.S. President Trump has authorized a new 25% tariff on goods from India, citing the country’s continued imports of Russian energy as the reason.
CBP to Enforce New Tariffs on China-Linked Vessels in 2025
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has been tasked with administering a fee structure aimed at Chinese-owned, operated or constructed vessels
South Korea to Invest $150B in Boosting U.S. Shipbuilding
South Korea commits to $150 billion investment aimed at revitalizing U.S. shipbuilding sector, as part of a $350 billion bilateral trade agreement
StarCruises to Offer Six Weekend Cruises to Xiamen
StarCruises introduces six weekend cruises aboard the Star Voyager, each offering a two-night trip from Hong Kong to Xiamen, departing on Fridays
Hong Kong Upgrades Maritime Waste Transport Network
Hong Kong is undertaking a revamp of its maritime waste transport system, with new ships to modernize its containerized garbage handling operations
BIMCO Adopts New Clause for USTR-Linked Shipping Risks
Documentary Committee of BIMCO introduces contract clause to tackle legal uncertainties stemming from the U.S. Trade Representative’s recent plans
MOL Unifies Ship Management Under One Brand and Base
MOL is taking a step toward operational efficiency by uniting its ship management operations under one umbrella, both in branding and location.
India Bans Use of Suspicious Foreign Maritime Licenses
India’s maritime regulator prohibits shipowners, crewing agents from hiring seafarers holding CoCs issued by certain flag-of-convenience states.
Storm Capsizes Boat in Halong Bay, 38 Confirmed Dead
A deadly boat accident took place on July 19 near Dau Go Cave in Vietnam’s Halong Bay, when a passenger vessel named Wonder Sea overturned.
Fire Erupts on Indonesian Ferry; Rescue Efforts Ongoing
On July 20, a blaze broke out on the passenger ferry KM Barcelona VA while it was sailing through the Celebes Sea near Sulawesi Island, Indonesia
Yang Ming Orders Seven LNG Dual-Fuel Ships from Korea
Taiwanese company Yang Ming Marine Transport has placed an order for a new series of container vessels at South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean.
Cruise Asia Expands into Korea with Seoul Office Launch
Cruise Asia by Destination Asia has officially expanded its presence by adding South Korea to its growing list of cruise destinations.