The container shipping industry has been no stranger to disruption—and 2025 is proving to be no different. With trade policies under a second Trump...

Merchant vessels navigating the tense waters near the Strait of Hormuz have begun broadcasting unconventional radio messages in a bid to prevent attacks amid...

Oil prices rebound above $85/bbl amid rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. Demand outlook remains fragile, with uneven...

A sustained heat wave across Western Europe has led to a significant drop in water levels on Germany's crucial Rhine River, severely disrupting shipping...

On June 28, 2025, a significant event in the shipbuilding world took place at Penglai Zhongbai Jinglu Ship Industry Co., Ltd. (Jinglu Shipyard) with...

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is increasingly vital in the global energy landscape, serving a dual purpose: enhancing energy security and significantly contributing to emissions...

The global ocean container shipping market continues to feel the heat as capacity tightening and surging demand fuel an upswing in spot freight rates....

HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has announced a significant contract win, securing orders for four Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carriers from...

The Youyiguan Port, also known as Friendship Pass, a critical land gateway connecting China and Vietnam, is on the cusp of a major transformation...

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD), in collaboration with ecosystem partners, has successfully demonstrated the full value chain for onboard captured CO2,...

The Port Authority of Valencia (APV), which manages the ports of Valencia, Sagunto, and Gandia, has officially approved its adhesion to the Upcycling the...

A privately held energy infrastructure development company plans to develop a liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility on the Texas Gulf Coast, reports Offshore Energy. Texas...

King Salman Energy Park (Spark) and Hutchison Ports signed a concession agreement to oversee the operation and management of a dry port and bonded...

Port of Los Angeles, Shafter, and The Wonderful Company Forge Supply Chain Partnership. New Trade Agreement to Boost Central Valley Exports Through Port...

SOLAS Amendments Aim to Protect Maritime Pilots. Global Standards Updated to Reduce Pilot Transfer Risks. New Rules Strengthen Safety for Pilots and Seafarers...

Massive Fire Breaks Out on Drifting Tanker; Navy Launches Rescue Operation. Engine Room Blaze Leaves Vessel Powerless; Naval Team Responds Swiftly. Second Sea...

Breakthrough Vessel Enables Dual Transport of CO₂ and Synthetic Methanol. New Carrier Boosts Efficiency in Carbon Capture and Green Fuel Supply Chains. Japan...

New Global Safety Measures and Mandatory Reporting Set for 2026. WSC Launching Cargo Safety Program in 2025 to Prevent Dangerous Goods Incidents. Industry...

A walkaround audit conducted aboard a vessel revealed two critical safety deficiencies in the engine room, as reported by the International Marine Contractors Association...

The Capesize segment saw a sharp rate drop due to weak Pacific activity and oversupply, with C5 and C3 routes both declining. Panamax...