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.
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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.
Maersk and Kotahi Ink Second Long-Term Freight Agreement
Maersk and Kotahi, New Zealand’s largest container manager, have extended their long-term freight partnership through December 2034.
MSC Announce North Peru Feeder Service From Salaverry & Paita
MSC has announced the launch of their “North Peru Feeder,” a new dedicated feeder service sailing from Salaverry and Paita in Peru.
Tokyo University & ONE Offer Container Management Science Course
ONE launches Social Cooperation Program, Container Management Science, in partnership with the School of Engineering at The University of Tokyo.
Maersk Announces Updates for Baltimore Services
Maersk has announced an update on its services to the Port of Baltimore, reopening bookings for direct loading and discharge on upcoming voyages.
NYK & Partners to Create World’s First Biomass-Fueled Ship
Nippon Yusen Kaisha has partnered with NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers, Tsuneishi, and Drax to develop the world’s first biomass-fueled vessel.
New China-Vietnam-Thailand Service Launched by ONE
Singapore-based container line Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced the launch of a new service, the China-Vietnam-Thailand (CVT) route.
Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries to Build LPG Carriers for MOL
In industry news, Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has commissioned Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries to construct two 88,000 cubic meter LPG carriers.
UK Follows Australia in Livestock Export for Slaughter Ban
On May 14th, the UK Parliament voted in favor of a bill that prohibits the export of livestock for slaughter and fattening for slaughter.
SFL Corporation Signs Agreement to Charter Vessels to Maersk
On Tuesday, May 14th, SFL Corporation signed an agreement to charter three of its 10,600 TEU vessels to Maersk for five years.
180-Day Ban On 'Unsafe' Bulk Carrier Ordered by Australia
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has imposed a 180-day ban on the Indian bulk carrier Darya Shaan due to safety concerns.