MSC’s Orderbook Surpasses 2M TEU with New Megamax Ship Order
The world’s largest container line, MSC, has placed another significant ship order, pushing its total orderbook beyond the 2 million TEU mark.
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Cargo Ship Amadeus Gold Runs Aground in Odense Fjord, Denmark
A general cargo ship named the Amadeus Gold ran aground on December 9th while en route from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Odense, Denmark.
Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Langeland at Gran Canaria Port
A fire broke out on the bulk carrier Langeland on December 9th while the vessel was docked at the Port of Arinaga in Gran Canaria, Spain.
Bulk Carrier Detained in Singapore Over Payment Dispute
A bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag, the Porthos, was detained in Singapore on December 7th following a sheriff’s order.
Tanker Runs Aground in Taiwan Amid Severe Weather Conditions
On December 7th, a products tanker named Liquid Gem ran aground off the coast of Taiwan due to extreme weather conditions.
Shipping Industry on Alert as China Stages Drills Near Taiwan
Merchant ships navigating one of the world’s busiest routes have been urged to be vigilant as China conducts military exercises near Taiwan.
US Regulators Delay Launch of New Asian Shipping Alliance
Plans for the Premier Alliance, a new shipping consortium in Asia, have been delayed after intervention from the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission
Syria Declared No-Go Zone for Shipping After Assad Exit
International merchant vessels are steering clear of Syria following the departure of the Assad family from power.
Collision Near Rotterdam Knocks Containers Into the River
On December 5, a collision on the Scheur River near Rotterdam resulted in four shipping containers falling into the water.
Global Trade Set to Reach Record $33 Trillion in 2024
Global trade is projected to achieve a historic high of $33 trillion in 2024, as per a report from UNCTAD, the trade body of the United Nations.
CMA CGM Surpasses Maersk as Top Transpacific Carrier
CMA CGM has overtaken Maersk to claim the top spot as the largest carrier on the transpacific trade route.
India to Mandate CCTV Installation on Ships by October 2025
India has announced a new requirement for all ships visiting its ports: the mandatory installation of CCTV systems by October 2025.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Oil Shipping Network
The United States has announced sanctions against 35 entities and vessels linked to the transportation of Iranian petroleum and its derivatives.
Maersk Orders 20 Dual-Fuel Container Vessels for Fleet Renewal
Maersk has placed an order for 20 new container vessels equipped with dual-fuel engines, partnering with three shipyards for their construction.
Castor Maritime to Sell Containership, Taking $3.3m Loss
Cyprus-based shipowner Castor Maritime has agreed to sell one of its three containerships, incurring a loss of approximately $3.3 million.
Greenpeace Stage 12-Hour Protest on Tanker Buena Alba
Greenpeace activists boarded a tanker, remaining on board for 12 hours as the vessel prepared to load propylene, a component in plastic production
Cargo Ship Sofia Ablaze After Explosion Off Swedish Coast
A fire broke out on the Swedish general cargo ship Sofia following an explosion on November 28th, prompting the crew to abandon the vessel.
Splintered Shipping Rules Loom Amid Global and Local Shifts
The UK government is reviewing its emissions trading system framework and considering adding the shipping sector in just over a year's time.
Pilot Project Highlights Bio-Methane Use in Green Shipping
The Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) partners successfully conducted a pilot project on October 19th.
Hapag-Lloyd Secures Green Methanol Supply to Cut Emissions
German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has signed an agreement with Beijing-based Goldwind for the annual supply of 250,000 tonnes of green methanol