NGOs Urge EU to Act Over Livestock Carrier’s Troubled Voyage
A coalition of non-governmental organizations has sent an open letter to the European Commission and Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare.
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Insurance Implications & Financial Impact Of North Sea Incident
The accident is expected to result in substantial insurance claims, with estimates ranging from $100 million to $300 million.
Hapag-Lloyd Expands Fleet Capacity with Jumboization Project
Shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has earmarked another series of vessels for jumboization, continuing its strategy of expanding container capacity.
Captain of Solong Arrested After North Sea Collision
Captain of containership Solong arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter following collision with the tanker Stena Immaculate.
Reefer Vessel Rotsund Runs Aground Off Isle of Skye
On March 10 the reefer vessel Rotsund ran aground near the Isle of Skye, Scotland after its anchor dragged while en route from Haugesund to Kyle.
Triton to Acquire GCI in $1 Billion Deal, Expanding Fleet
Triton, one of the world's largest container leasing companies, announces agreement to acquire Global Container Int. in a deal worth over $1bn.
Shipping Industry Monitors Red Sea After Aid Deadline Passes
The shipping industry is watching developments in the Red Sea today as Houthi rebels threaten to resume attacks on commercial vessels in the region
Armed Intruders Board Tanker in Philip Channel Near Indonesia
Panama-flagged tanker boarded by seven individuals while traveling through Philip Channel yesterday, about six nautical miles east of Indonesia.
North Sea Collision Raises Environmental Concerns Over Cargo
Concerns are growing over fuel leakage after the North Sea collision and authorities are assessing the environmental impact of the incident.
Rescue Underway After Tanker & Containership Collision in UK
A large-scale rescue operation is in progress in the North Sea after a product tanker and containership collided and caught fire off the UK coast
Performance Shipping Secures Funding for Third Newbuild Tanker
Greece-based Performance Shipping has finalized financing for its third newbuild vessel in China through another sale and leaseback agreement.
Singapore Welcomes CMA CGM’s First Methanol-Powered Ship
The Port of Singapore received CMA CGM Iron the first dual-fuel methanol-powered containership in CMA CGM’s fleet during its call on March 4.
CMA CGM Overtakes Maersk to Become Second Largest Liner
CMA CGM, the most aggressive ship acquirer of the year so far, has reached a significant milestone in the container shipping industry.
Sailors’ Society Launches 24/7 Helpline for Female Seafarers
The international maritime charity, Sailors’ Society, has introduced a dedicated helpline designed to support female seafarers.
Cargo Ship Drifts Off Norwegian Coast After Power Loss
On 4th March, a maritime incident occurred northwest of Tromsø when cargo ship Errikos suffered a power failure, leaving it without propulsion.
MOL Completes First LNG Ship-to-Ship Bunkering in Canada
Japanese transport company MOL successfully carried out its first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation in English Bay, Canada on 1st March.
Trump Unveils New Shipbuilding Office, Tax Incentives
Donald Trump announced plans to set up a shipbuilding office within the White House and introduce several new tax incentives for the industry.
Baltic Vessels Linked to Increased GPS Interference
A study conducted by Polish researchers suggests that moving vessels in the Baltic Sea are behind a surge in GPS disruptions throughout the region
H&S Wisdom Grounded in Humber Estuary
A vessel flying the Netherlands flag, H&S Wisdom, ran aground on 2nd March off the coast of Brough in the Humber Estuary near Welton, England.
CMA CGM Secures Chinese Newbuild Contract for Containerships
French shipping powerhouse CMA CGM has committed to a fresh series of containership newbuilds in China.