Singapore to Relieve Bottlenecks with Disused Terminals
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore announced a temporary reopening of closed container terminals to address the backlog of ships.
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From EEE to FFF: Maersk Debuts Its New Container Ship
Maersk to replace current bunker fuel surcharges, the bunker adjustment factor and the low sulphur surcharge, with new combined fossil fuel fee (FFF)
Syrian Shipowner Sentenced to 18 Months in UK Jail
A UK court has issued an arrest warrant for a Syrian shipowner, sentencing him to 18 months for providing false statements to the court.
Yang Ming Hints at Entry to the 24,000 TEU Boxship Club
Yang Ming Marine Transport's management has indicated that the company will soon join the ranks of 24,000 TEU container ship owners.
China's Top Shipping Lines Undergo Major Reshuffle
A significant reshuffling of China's leading shipping brands is in progress, with China Merchants set to divest its container and RoRo businesses
Stricter Monitoring by China’s Maritime Safety Administration
China’s Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) has tightened its monitoring of vessels, according to a recent update from class society DNV.
CMA CGM Hit with $1.975m Fine in the United States
The Federal Maritime Commission has reached compromise agreements with three companies: CMA CGM and two ocean transportation intermediaries.
UK's Ellerman City Liners Announces China-Morocco-UK Service
Ellerman City Liners, a UK-based shipping company, has introduced a new container service linking China with the United Kingdom and Europe.
Hafnia & Símbolo Add More Partners to AI Joint Venture
Hafnia and Símbolo have expanded their foundational AI joint venture named Complexio (formerly Quintessential AI) by adding four more partners.
MSC Edges Closer to Takeover of Norway's Gram Car Carriers
Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) is nearing the acquisition of Norway’s Gram Car Carriers (GCC), with major shareholders agreeing to the deal.
Russian Cargo Vessel Hits Don River Railway Bridge
Reports say that on May 26th a Russian cargo ship, the Zelenga, collided with a railway bridge while navigating the Don River in Rostov-on-Don.
X-Press Feeders Signs with Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding
X-Press Feeders has signed a letter of intent for four conventionally fueled 10,000 TEU ships with Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding (SWS),
China's CHN Energy Buys 11 Bulk Carriers, Enters Sector
State-backed CHN Energy, China's largest coal mining and utility firm, acquires 11 bulkers from Citic Financial Leasing, marking its sector debut
NYK Begins Long-Term Biofuel Test on Crude Oil Tanker
Japan-based NYK Line has begun its first long-term biofuel test on a large crude oil tanker, marking their first extended biofuel trial on a vessel
Mundra Port Welcomes Largest Ever Container Ship, MSC Anna
According to local media reports, Mundra Port welcomed the largest container ship ever to dock there, the MSC Anna, on Sunday, May 26th.
MSC Resumes Far East – Baltimore Empire Service
Following the incident at the Francis Scott Key Bridge MSC announces the reinstatement of its Far East–Baltimore service under the Empire Service
Search for Missing De Gallant Crew Members Ends
Blue Schooner received official confirmation of the end of the search for the missing crew of the sailing boat De Gallant which sank on Tuesday.
Cardiff University Launches Seafarer Wellness Survey
Cardiff University in Wales, the United Kingdom, is conducting a crucial study on the health and healthcare access of seafarers.
UK & Ireland to be Linked by Green Shipping Corridors
NatPower Marine and Peel Ports Group have unveiled plans to establish the first green shipping corridors between Ireland and the UK.
Cargo Sailing Ship Sinks Off Bahamas, Two Crew Missing
A prominent vessel of the Blue Schooner Company, an early advocate for sail-powered cargo shipping, has capsized and sunk south of the Bahamas.