Houthis Issue Warnings to Dozens of Global Shipowners
Yemen's Houthi faction has escalated its efforts to disrupt maritime activity in the Red Sea by formally warning 64 international shipowners.
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Iraqi Navy Seizes Tanker in Anti-Smuggling Crackdown
An oil tanker flying the Liberian flag has been detained by the Iraqi navy at Basra amid ongoing efforts to combat oil smuggling operations.
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.
Cargo Ship Ironhide Rescued After Engine Failure in Turkey
On August 5th, the general cargo vessel Ironhide, sailing under the Vanuatu flag, encountered engine failure while navigating Turkish waters.
Cargo Vessels Collide Off Denmark, No Injuries Reported
An accident took place on the night of August 4th in the Samsø Bælt near Hatter Barn reef in Danish waters, involving a container and car carrier
Maltese Bulk Carrier Sparks Outcry Over Israel Coal Cargo
Maltese-flagged bulk carrier criticized for transporting coal bound for Israel’s Port Hadera. Activists argue it's breach of Colombian export ban
Engine Fire Breaks Out on Dutch Barge Near Lelystad
A fire erupted on August 3 in the engine room of the inland cargo barge Triangle while it was navigating the Markermeer near Oostvaardersdijk.
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
Container Market Faces Long-Term Oversupply Challenges
The container shipping industry is expected to wrestle with a prolonged supply-demand imbalance that may persist through the end of the decade.
Evergreen Faces Back-to-Back Container Incidents in S. America
Evergreen Marine, Taiwan’s largest container shipping company, has experienced two major container losses in South American waters within a week.
HD Hyundai Sued Over Key Bridge Collapse Switchboard Fault
Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine have filed a product liability lawsuit in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
Panama Tightens Registry Rules on Older Bulkers and Tankers
Panamanian Ship Registry introduces regulation that prohibits bulk carriers and oil tankers older than 15 years from registering under its flag.
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
Carbon Emissions Improve in Shipping Despite Red Sea Crisis
Container shipping records an improvement in carbon efficiency for the first time in over a year, despite ongoing challenges in the Red Sea region
Engine Room Fire Breaks Out on Pumba in Red Sea Transit
July 29th, a fire broke out in the engine room of the Pumba, a Liberia-flagged container vessel, while the ship was sailing through the Red Sea.
Ever Feat Arrives in Montevideo After Storm Damage at Sea
July 29th, the Ever Feat docked at the Port of Montevideo, Uruguay following severe weather encountered off the coast of Rio Grande, Brazil.
First IRRC Issued Under Hong Kong Convention for Recycling
GMS, the world’s leading ship recycling buyer, has announced the issuance of the first-ever International Ready for Recycling Certificate (IRRC).
Houthis Share Video of Eternity C Crew, Escalate Threats
On July 28, Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced they had rescued 10 crew members from the Eternity C, a cargo ship that sank earlier this month.
Greece Sends Salvage Ship to Red Sea Amid Houthi Threats
In response to a rise in maritime assaults by Yemen’s Houthi militants, Greece deploys salvage vessel to Red Sea. after the sinking of two bulkers
Cargo Ship MN Kostas Runs Aground Off Crete, Crew Safe
On July 24, the Sierra Leone-flagged cargo ship MN Kostas ran aground near Kyriamadi, along the northeastern shoreline of Crete, Greece.