Yangzijiang Financial Orders Four Handysize Bulk Carriers
Yangzijiang Financial Holding is making a return to Jingjiang Nanyang Shipbuilding with a fresh order in the handysize dry bulk market.
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Estonian Navy Detains Tanker Flying False Djibouti Flag
April 11, Estonian Navy intercepted oil tanker Kiwala in the Gulf of Finland for operating without a valid flag and flying a false Djibouti flag.
Cargo Ship Collision in Vietnam Leaves Four Dead
A serious maritime collision occurred in Vietnam’s Gulf of Bắc Bộ on April 8, when a Panama-registered cargo ship struck a Vietnamese fishing vessel
Trump’s New Tariffs Disrupt Global Trade Flows
Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs have officially taken effect, with China, the world’s leading exporter, hit with a staggering 104% rate.
Container Ship Victoria L on Fire After Explosion at Sea
A fire broke out aboard the container vessel Victoria L on April 9 following an onboard explosion. A rescue operation is currently in progress.
Human Rights at Sea Charity Closes Due to Lack of Funding
A UK-based NGO that has long championed the rights of those working at sea has announced it will shut down due to a lack of funding.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.