Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024
2024 has been a standout year for Asian shipbuilders, with newbuild prices reaching unprecedented levels, according to data from Clarksons.

2024 has been a standout year for Asian shipbuilders, with newbuild prices reaching unprecedented levels, according to data from Clarksons.
Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has been connected to a recent order for a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) placed in South Korea.
Silversea Cruises announces plans to build a luxury hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, to enhance the experience for guests exploring Antarctica.
Office of Foreign Assets Control issues sanctions against tanker owner and vessels due to alleged involvement in the transport of Russian oil.
Canada’s largest port, the Port of Vancouver, facilitates around $220 billion in trade annually, connecting with up to 170 countries worldwide.
Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Shipping continues its buying spree, showing no signs of slowing down during an aggressive clutch of acquisitions.
Carnival Corporation CEO, Josh Weinstein, emphasized the company's strong momentum during its third-quarter earnings call on Monday morning.
During the company's third-quarter earnings call, Carnival CEO Josh Weinstein discussed the company's future restrained shipbuilding plans.
Hapag-Lloyd choses two Chinese shipyards for latest expansion, an order of $5.25 billion: one of the largest containership deals in history.
Ambassador Cruise Line has joined forces with Prima magazine to offer a crafting cruise experience called “Crafting at Sea,” set for April 2025.
German energy company RWE has awarded Lamprell Energy two significant contracts to supply transition pieces for its two UK offshore wind projects
EcoloxTech has revealed that its environmentally-friendly hypochlorous acid (HOCL) disinfection systems are effective against the monkeypox virus
The UK has joined the United States in imposing sanctions on five LNG carriers connected to Russian gas exports.
Today marks the UN-backed World Maritime Day, with this year's theme focused on safety at sea, highlighting the 50th anniversary of SOLAS.
MSC Cruises has teamed up with Eataly to bring the Italian dining experience onboard its newest ship, MSC World America, when it debuts in 2025.