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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

Gas Tanker Grounds Off Koh Larn, No Leaks Reported

In the early hours of March 25th, a gas tanker called NP Bangpakong ran aground off the coast of the island of Koh Larn, Thailand.

The isalnd of Koh Larn, Thailand

UK to Add Shipping to Emissions Trading Scheme in 2026

Starting next year, the UK shipping industry will be included in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme as part of new maritime decarbonization measures

Aberdeen port in Scotland

Tugboat and Bulk Carrier Collide Off Sarangani Coast

A collision took place on March 25 involving the Philippine-flagged tugboat M/TUG Sadong 33 and the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Universe Kaisa.

Filipino search and rescue boats

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Secures Major 10-Year Contract Extension

Norwegian car carrier company Wallenius Wilhelmsen has secured a 10-year contract extension with a global automotive equipment manufacturer.

a Wallenius Wilhelmsen car carrier vessel

MSC Houston V Diverts to Vigo After Losing Containers at Sea

The container vessel MSC Houston V, sailing under the Portuguese flag, encountered severe weather off Portugal’s southern coast on March 20th.

An MSC container ship at sea

Cargo Vessel Bers Towed After Engine Failure in Bosphorus

General cargo vessel Bers experienced an engine failure while passing through the Bosphorus near the July 15 Martyrs Bridge in Turkey on March 19

Martyrs Bridge in Istanbul at night

Bulk Carrier Detained for Unauthorized Anchoring in Malaysia

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Perak has detained the bulk carrier Queen Harmony for anchoring without permission.

A bulk carrier moored at night

Cargo Vessel Venture Refloated After Running Aground in Elbe

On March 18, the Antigua Barbuda-flagged cargo vessel Venture suffered an engine failure and ran aground in the Elbe River near Hamburg.

The River Elbe, Hamburg