15 Jan 2026

Asia’s Top Container Ports Hold Rankings Heading Into 2026

The global container port rankings remain unchanged as we head into 2026, with Asia’s three leading hubs all reporting higher volumes in 2025.

Asia’s Top Container Ports Hold Rankings Heading Into 2026
14 Jan 2026

Former UK MP Virginia Crosbie Named Managing Director of NEMO

Former member of the UK parliament, Virginia Crosbie has been appointed managing director of the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO).

Former UK MP Virginia Crosbie Named Managing Director of NEMO
9 Jan 2026

US Withdraws From 66 Global Bodies Including Maritime Groups

The Trump administration announced yesterday that the United States is withdrawing from 66 organizations, including UNCTAD and UN Oceans.

US Withdraws From 66 Global Bodies Including Maritime Groups
9 Jan 2026

US Forces Seize Tanker Carrying Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil

US forces seized the oil tanker MT Sophia on January 7 in the Caribbean, citing its involvement in transporting sanctioned Venezuelan crude oil.

US Forces Seize Tanker Carrying Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil
8 Jan 2026

MSC Steps Up Secondhand Ship Buying to Expand Fleet

MSC completes another active period in the secondhand container ship market, highlighting the liner operator’s ongoing efforts to grow its fleet.

MSC Steps Up Secondhand Ship Buying to Expand Fleet
8 Jan 2026

Aqmaris Orders Four Ultramax Bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard

Turkish shipping newcomer Aqmaris has finalized a contract with China’s Wuhu Shipyard for the construction of four ultramax bulk carriers.

Aqmaris Orders Four Ultramax Bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard
8 Jan 2026

Suez Canal Traffic Still Depressed Despite End to Attacks

A BIMCO report shows that traffic through the Suez Canal remains significantly reduced more than three months after the most recent Houthi attack

Suez Canal Traffic Still Depressed Despite End to Attacks
7 Jan 2026

Indian Crew Arrested After Cocaine Found on Bulk Carrier

Crew from bulk carrier Aruna Hulya were arrested at port of Lagos, Nigeria, after authorities discovered 31.5 kilograms of cocaine hidden onboard

Indian Crew Arrested After Cocaine Found on Bulk Carrier
7 Jan 2026

V.Group Acquires Njord Fuel Efficiency Platform

V.Group has acquired Njord, the maritime fuel efficiency and decarbonization platform established by Maersk Tankers, for an undisclosed amount.

V.Group Acquires Njord Fuel Efficiency Platform
6 Jan 2026

Korean Register Names Lee Yongsok as New Chairman

Classification society Korean Register (KR) has named Lee Yongsok as its 26th chairman and chief executive following an election on December 23rd

Korean Register Names Lee Yongsok as New Chairman
5 Jan 2026

Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions

Palau Government to nationalize the Palau Open Ship Registry following sanctions imposed on the private company that previously operated the flag

Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions
5 Jan 2026

Police Board Vessel After Baltic Sea Cable Damage

Latvian authorities boarded a ship on January 4 as part of an investigation into damage to an undersea cable in the Baltic Sea that was discovered

Police Board Vessel After Baltic Sea Cable Damage
2 Jan 2026

Cargo Ship Freed After Grounding Off Devon on New Year’s Eve

A large cargo vessel named the Scot Pioneer was left stranded for several hours on New Year’s Eve after running aground near the Devon coast.

Cargo Ship Freed After Grounding Off Devon on New Year’s Eve
2 Jan 2026

Finnish Authorities Detain Fitburg Over Cable Damage Case

Finnish officials seized cargo ship Fitburg on Wednesday on suspicion it caused damage to undersea telecommunications cable linking Helsinki and Tallinn.

Finnish Authorities Detain Fitburg Over Cable Damage Case
30 Dec 2025

DHT Sells Two Aging VLCCs as Fleet Renewal Continues

VLCC owner DHT Holdings is selling two of its oldest tankers, extending its ongoing fleet renewal strategy amid continued strength in vessel prices.

DHT Sells Two Aging VLCCs as Fleet Renewal Continues