GLBP and Loa Carbon Partner to Supply Renewable E-LNG
Galveston LNG Bunker Port enters into letter of intent with Loa Carbon to receive renewable e-methane for liquefaction at its upcoming facility.
Shipping
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.
Malta Frees Two Sanctioned Ships After Ownership Change
Two container ships detained in Malta since 2022 due to ties with sanctioned Russian interests have been released following a change in ownership
UK Sanctions 137 Russian Oil Ties, Targets Shadow Fleet
The United Kingdom unveils sweeping new sanctions on 137 Russia-linked entities, including 135 oil tankers associated with Putin’s shadow fleet.
MSC Orders 10 More Megaships, Expands LNG-Focused Fleet
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has expanded its already massive newbuild program with orders for ten additional ultra-large container ships
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.
EU and UK Sanction UAE Firm Backing Russia's Tanker Fleet
The United Kingdom and the European Union have imposed sanctions on Intershipping Services, a company that is based in the United Arab Emirates.
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.
Iran Seizes Tanker Over Alleged Fuel Smuggling in Gulf
Iranian authorities detain foreign oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, accusing it of trying to smuggle approximately two million litres of fuel.
Port of LA Sets June Record Amid Early Holiday Shipments
The Port of Los Angeles processed 892,340 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, achieving an 8% rise over the same month in 2024.
ATSB Investigates FMG Nicola Engine Failure at Port Hedland
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has opened an investigation into a propulsion failure involving the bulk carrier FMG Nicola.
Vintage VLCC City of Tokyo Sold for Record $41 Million
The secondhand tanker market continues to surge with a 21-year-old VLCC reportedly selling for $41 million - a record for a vessel of its age.
Cranes Accident Injures Seven at Imabari Shipyard
Seven people were injured—three of them seriously—after a crane accident on July 12 at Imabari Shipbuilding’s facility in Ehime Prefecture, Japan
Engine Trouble Halts Cargo Ship Off Çanakkale Coast
On July 15th, a general cargo ship, the Spanaco Progress, suffered an engine malfunction while sailing from Spain to Kocaeli, Turkey.
Chartworld Eyes 3,100 TEU Boxship Deal at New Dayang Yard
Greek shipowner Chartworld Shipping is preparing a return to the newbuilding market with plans to expand its container vessel portfolio.
Korean Officer Honored with 2025 IMO Bravery Award
Officer Lee Tae-Young named recipient of the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea for his courageous actions in rescuing 12 fellow crew.
Panama Canal Recovers as Rainfall Stabilizes Operations
While the Red Sea once again dominates maritime headlines, another key global shipping passage has quietly returned to full operational strength.
Fire Contained on LCT Lily Princess in Philippines Port
A fire broke out in the galley on the LCT Lily Princess, a cargo vessel docked at Sorcom Private Port in the Philippines, on Wednesday July 9th.
Fierce Storm Batters Split, Croatia With Hurricane Winds
July 8, a storm with hurricane-level winds struck Split, Croatia, bringing flooding, structural damage, and disruption to maritime operations.