China-US Freight Struggles as Tariffs Shift Global Trade
Southeast Asia Sees 20% Increase in US Freight Demand.
Southeast Asia Faces Potential Congestion and Equipment Shortages.
China-US Air Cargo Rates Stable, But...
Adora Flora City Floated Out by China’s SWS
Adora Cruises Expands with 341-Meter Flagship Vessel.
New Cruise Ship Equipped with Emission-Cutting Tech.
International Voyages to Begin from Guangzhou in 2027.
The float-out...
Russian Shadow Tanker Incident Alarms Finland
Multiple Shadow Fleet Ships Detected in the Gulf of Finland.
Finland Urges Action After Baltic Subsea Cable Incidents.
Estonia Vows Tough Measures Against...
New Fire Response Guidelines for Vehicle Carriers
The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum has released updated fire response guidelines to enhance preparedness for vehicle fires, including those involving lithium-ion battery-powered vehicles.
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Swedish Club outlines U.S. Port Fees Structure and Implementation Timeline
The U.S. will begin charging port fees on Chinese-built and Chinese-operated vessels from October 2025, after a 180-day grace period.
Fees will gradually...
Holland Shipyards Christens Two Wind-Assisted Coasters
Dutch shipbuilder Holland Shipyards Group christened Waalvliet and Rijnvliet, two new wind-assisted diesel-electric coasters, on April 17, 2025.
Commissioned by Hartel Shipping and...
Hanwha Ocean’s Q1 Profit Soars on Strong Sales and Operational Performance
Hanwha Ocean Co. reported a 322.9% surge in net income in Q1 2025, reaching 215.7 billion won (US$149.8 million).
Operating profit jumped 388.8%...
US, Japan to Explore Dual-Use Shipbuilding
U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan is advocating for dual-use shipbuilding with Japan and South Korea to boost maritime capacity and counter China's expanding...
Beijing Considers Tariff Relief on Select US Goods, Signaling Potential Easing
In a potential sign of easing trade tensions and acknowledging the economic repercussions of the ongoing trade war, China has reportedly begun exempting certain...
Thousands of Sheep Aboard Capsized Vessel in Red Sea, Rescue Efforts...
Disturbing footage shared by activists depicts the vessel in distress, visibly struggling and listing heavily in the waters of the Gulf of Aden due...
Suezmax Market Remains Firm in West Africa, Aframax Shows Regional Variations
The recent publication by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) of their action plan to address concerns regarding alleged Chinese dominance...
The Silent Enemy: DNV Reveals the Persistent Threat of Corrosion in...
Corrosion within cargo and water ballast tanks poses a substantial and ongoing problem in the maritime industry. Analysis conducted by DNV (Det Norske Veritas),...
DP World Achieves Key Step in Electrifying RTG Fleet with Hydrogen...
A successful initial test of new technology on a Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) crane has been completed, marking a significant advancement in DP World's...
New BC Marine Energy And Decarbonization Hub To Propel Clean Energy...
In a bold step toward Canada's clean energy transition, two leaders in British Columbia’s ocean innovation sector have announced a joint initiative aimed at...
Kpler’s Strategic Move To Enhance Global Trade Insights With New Acquisition
Kpler, a leader in trade intelligence, has taken a significant step forward in its mission to provide decision-defining insights across the global trade sector...
Victrol Expands Fleet With Addition Of MTS Havana
Victrol, a leading logistics company based in Antwerp, has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a new tanker barge, the MTS Havana, highlighting...
Höegh Autoliners Reports Strong Q1 2025 Financial Results
Höegh Autoliners (ticker code: HAUTO) reported solid financial performance for the first quarter of 2025. Gross revenue reached USD 329 million (NOK 3,559 million),...
New IMO Fuel Intensity Target Set To Reshape Shipping Market Dynamics
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) recently hosted the 83rd meeting with the Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 83), resulting in the adoption of a...
Sixteen Acts Of Piracy And Armed Robbery Reported
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has reported sixteen incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships worldwide during February 2025. The incidents, reported by...
Lessons Learned: Fatality Caused by Burning Plastic on Deck
A tragic incident occurred aboard a vessel where a crew member lost their life due to the burning of plastic materials on deck, reports...
