COSCO Orders Six 13,600 TEU Boxships from Hudong-Zhonghua
COSCO Shipping Lines, one of China's major container shipping companies, has placed an order for six boxships at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding.
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MV Ruby Finally Permitted to Dock at Great Yarmouth Port
After facing restrictions for weeks, the MV Ruby is to dock at the Port of Great Yarmouth on October 28, following damage sustained in September.
Singapore-Flagged Bulk Carrier Mildred Runs Aground in Turkey
On October 23, the Singapore-flagged bulk carrier Mildred ran aground near the entrance of the Eregli Iron and Steel Factories port in Turkey.
Somali Pirates Likely to Resume Operations in Indian Ocean
International shipping has been cautioned about a potential resurgence of Somali piracy in the Indian Ocean following the end of monsoon season.
CMA CGM Purchases Five High-Reefer Ships from Seatrade
Analysts at Alphaliner report that CMA CGM has acquired five high-reefer 2,259 TEU container vessels it previously had on charter from Seatrade.
Cargo Ship Refloated After Grounding Near St. Anne Island
A Panamanian-flagged cargo vessel, the Spil Ningsih, ran aground on the northern side of St. Anne Island, Seychelles on October 19th.
Panama to Deregister Ships on International Sanctions Lists
Panama president signs executive decree that enables Panama Ship Registry to cancel registration of any vessel on international sanctions lists.
Russian Cargo Ship Capsizes at Korsakov Port, Crew Lost
October 18, Russian-flagged cargo ship Grigory Lovtsov overturned near Korsakov Port on Sakhalin Island, resulting in loss of several crew members
Fire Breaks Out in Tanker’s Engine Room, Crew Rescued
October 21, fire erupted in engine room of Malta-flagged products tanker, Med Atlantic. All 22 crew members were rescued, with no reported injuries.
Ports Facing Congestion Crisis as Vessel Bunching Surges
Container ports are grappling with severe scheduling disruptions not seen since the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
MSC Acquire Majority in Brazilian Port Operator Wilson Sons
Swiss giant MSC, through its subsidiary SAS, agrees to purchase majority stake in the Brazilian port and maritime logistics company Wilson Sons.
Houthis Claim Drone Attack on Containership in Arabian Sea
On October 18th, Houthi forces based in Yemen announced they had targeted a container ship, the Megalopolis, in the Arabian Sea.
Ocean Network Express Expands East Coast 2 Service
Singapore-based shipping company ONE is enhancing its East Coast 2 service as part of its recently announced 2025 East-West product updates.
Ukraine Seeks UN Help as Russian Attacks Target Ports & Ships
With Russia ramping up attacks on shipping and port infrastructure over the past month, Ukrainian authorities are turning to the UN for assistance
India Approves Coastal Shipping Bill to Boost Efficiency
India's cabinet has approved the Coastal Shipping Bill, aimed at streamlining shipping operations across the country & better inland integration
Bangladesh Issues Warning After Fire on Ship Carrying LPG
Following a major fire off its coast, the Bangladeshi government has urged local companies to stop working with sanctioned ships and cargoes.
Maersk Places Landmark Orders for LNG Dual-Fuel Vessels in China
Brokers report that Maersk has turned to China for its latest expansion, placing significant orders for LNG dual-fuel vessels.
Cement Carrier Blue Ciment 1 Disabled Near Bosphorus
A Liberian-flagged cement carrier, the Blue Ciment 1, encountered engine failure while sailing from Norway to Zonguldak, Turkey.
Fire Breaks Out on Two LPG Carriers in Bay of Bengal
A fire erupted on two LPG carriers, Captain Nikolas and B-LPG Sophia, during a ship-to-ship transfer of LPG in the Bay of Bengal.
Fire Erupts on Two LPG Tankers in Bay of Bengal
A fire erupted on two LPG carriers, Captain Nikolas and B-LPG Sophia, during a ship-to-ship transfer of LPG in the Bay of Bengal.