MSC Vessel Hit with Arrest Warrant After Speeding Incident

The US Court issue arrest warrant for MSC Michigan VII following a lawsuit by a terminal operator claiming the vessel damaged a Charleston Pier.

Four New Chemical Tanker Newbuilds for Alita Shanghai

Alita Shanghai International Shipping is expanding its fleet of stainless steel chemical tankers by commissioning up to four new ships.

China and Russia Partner to Create Arctic Liner

Marine Hotel Association & Culinary Institute of America Team Up

Five Cruise Lines Reap Blue Circle Awards in Vancouver

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority honored environmental leadership at the Port of Vancouver through its yearly Blue Circle Awards.

Gulf Energy Maritime Returns to South Korea for New MR Tankers

Gulf Energy Maritime, who specializes in commercial product and chemical tankers, has placed an order for MR vessels at HD Hyundai Mipo Dockyard.

Chinese Seafarers Reap Largest Global Wage Increase

China has experienced the most significant rise in seafarer wages among the major seafaring nations in international shipping in recent years.

New Financial Service Model for Port Calls Launched

Wilhelmsen Port Services, in partnership with Round Fort Capital, introduced a new financial service at the Posidonia exhibition in Greece.

India Expresses Interest in Operating Bangladeshi Port

India wants to operate Bangladesh seaport, Mongla, where both New Delhi and Beijing are also interested in investing in terminal construction.

New Role for Former Costa Magica as it Becomes G7 Hotel

The former Costa Magica is to be a floating hotel during the 50th Summit of the (G7 in Italy and will be stationed at the Port of Brindisi.

SOLAS Amendment: Mandatory Reporting of All Lost Containers

The WSC has expressed approval of the recent amendments to SOLAS adopted by the IMO making it mandatory to report all containers lost at sea.

TEN Sells Two More Vessels in Bid to Revitalize Fleet

Greek shipping company Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN) has recently sold two more vessels as part of its ongoing fleet modernization strategy.

Adani Ports Subsidiary Wins Deal with Tanzania Port Authority

Adani International Ports Holding has secured a contract with the Tanzania Port Authority to operate and manage berth 2 of Dar es Salaam Port.

Yang Ming Hints at Entry to the 24,000 TEU Boxship Club

Yang Ming Marine Transport's management has indicated that the company will soon join the ranks of 24,000 TEU container ship owners.

China's Top Shipping Lines Undergo Major Reshuffle

A significant reshuffling of China's leading shipping brands is in progress, with China Merchants set to divest its container and RoRo businesses