Shipping

Euroseas Secures Higher-Paying Charter for Feeder Vessel

Greek container ship operator Euroseas has landed a more lucrative long-term charter deal for one of its feeder vessels.

A container terminal

NYK Orders First Methanol-Fueled VLCC for 2028 Delivery

Japanese shipping giant Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) is set to introduce its first methanol dual-fuel very large crude carrier (VLCC) to its fleet.

The NYK logo on the side of a vessel

CMA CGM Invests €100M in AI Partnership with Mistral AI

CMA CGM has partnered with tech company Mistral AI in a €100 million initiative over the next five years to implement tailored AI solutions.

A CMA CGM cargo ship at dusk

Panama Canal Opens Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project

The Panama Canal Authority has announced the launch of a bidding process for a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline.

 ship traversing the Panama Canal

South Korea Makes Record Cocaine Seizure from Cargo Ship

South Korean authorities have seized approx two tons of cocaine, the largest drug bust in the country’s history, aboard a bulk carrier in Gangneung

a watchtower on the Gangneung coastline

Two Inland Vessels Collide at Kreekrak Locks in Zeeland

April 2, collision took place between two Netherlands-flagged inland vessels at the Kreekrak Locks in Zeeland, close to the Dutch-Belgian border.

A Dutch flag flying against a blue sky

Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate

U.S. President Trump introduces tariffs, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports in a move that has triggered backlash from global trade partners

a container port at sunset

Japanese Shipbuilders Unite to Launch Marine Tech Lab

Leading Japanese shipyards and maritime organizations are partnering to create an advanced maritime technology research center at Osaka University

The flag of Japan flying on front of a glass office block

Pioneer Navigation Announces Executive Team Changes

U.S.-based dry bulk operator Pioneer Navigation has announced a series of leadership updates as the company continues its growth trajectory.

An empty office boardroom

Cargo Ship Collision Off Ningbo Leaves One Dead, Three Hurt

A fatal accident occurred near Yangxiaomao Island off the coast of Ningbo, China, when two Chinese-flagged cargo vessels collided early March 29.

a collision between two cargo ships

CMA CGM Sues Over Contaminated Bunkers in Houston

CMA CGM has filed a lawsuit in Texas against GCC Supply & Trading seeking over $5 million in damages related to allegedly contaminated marine fuel

a CMA CGM cargo ship

AI Man Overboard System Debuts on Ambassador’s Ambition

Scottish tech firm Zelim introduces first AI-powered man overboard detection system on a cruise ship, marking a step forward in maritime safety.

a man overboard near a cruise ship

Yang Ming Acquires Three Methanol-Ready Boxships

Taiwanese shipping company Yang Ming Marine Transport has finalized a purchase agreement with Japan’s Shoei Kisen for three newbuild containerships

A Yang Ming container ship at sunset

Engine Failure Forces Cargo Ship Frederick to Block Canal

The cargo ship Frederick temporarily blocked a section of the Kiel Canal in Germany after experiencing engine failure on March 27th.

A container ship stuck in a canal

Panama Deregisters 107 Sanctioned Ships from Registry

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has removed 107 vessels flying the Panamanian flag that were listed under international sanctions.

The flag of Panama

.Panama Canal Launches Green Transit Slot for Neopanamax

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has recently announced a new initiative that is aimed at promoting sustainable shipping.

The Panama Canal

Two Cargo Vessels Collide Near Cavite, No Injuries Reported

On March 26, the bulk carrier Sangko Uno 66 and landing craft LCT Nicia were involved in a collision off the coast of Cavite in the Philippines.

search and rescue bats and helicopter in Philippines

Norway Warns Global Shipping of Fake Marine Insurer

Norwegian authorities are alerting the international shipping industry about another fraudulent maritime insurer operating under the radar.

The Norwegian flag

Containership Prices Hit Record High with New Evergreen Deal

Container ship prices have reached an all-time high following Evergreen’s recent order for eleven LNG dual-fuel vessels according to reports.

An Evergreen container ship in port

Fire Aboard Crystal Asia Injures Six Near South Korea

On March 25 fire broke out on the Crystal Asia, a Russian-flagged refrigerated cargo ship, while it was approximately 8 km off the coast of Busan

A cargo ship on fire at sea