Over 38,000 New COVID-19 Cases in Thailand, Doubling Previous Week’s Figures
According to the Thailand Department of Disease Control, COVID-19 cases in Thailand surged to 33,030 last week, with at least 6,000 infections reported in...
China’s Shipping Sector Sees Remarkable Rally as US-China Tariff Truce Spurs...
Shares in China's shipping sector continued their remarkable rally on Monday, with several major firms hitting their daily trading limits for a fifth consecutive...
VLCC Market Stabilizes on Eastern Routes Despite Weakening Global Oil Demand
The global market for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) is currently showing signs of stabilization, particularly within Eastern trading routes. This positive shift is...
SC Ports: Stable Growth Amid Rail Expansion and Auto Industry Struggles
The Port of Charleston maintains consistent container handling, with over 215,000 TEUs processed.
Rail cargo is thriving, especially at Inland Port Greer, which...
FDA Grants Full Approval to Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine for High-Risk Adults
The FDA has fully approved Novavax’s protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, Nuvaxovid, for adults 65+ and 12–64-year-olds with underlying risk factors.
Approval follows a post-marketing...
Most Powerful Methanol Engine Unveiled
MAN Energy Solutions to deliver the world’s most powerful two-stroke methanol engine in June 2025, rated at 82,440 kW @ 80 rpm.
The...
Independent Verification Confirms 9.1% Fuel and Emissions Savings from Anemoi Rotor...
Trials on a Kamsarmax bulk carrier showed average net savings of 1.9 tonnes of fuel and 7.0 tonnes of CO₂ per day, equating...
Industry Pushes to Expand U.S. Fee Exemptions to Larger China-Built Ships
Stakeholders are urging the USTR to raise the exemption threshold from 80,000 dwt to up to 85,000 dwt, covering more Aframax and Kamsarmax...
Port of Oakland April 2025 Cargo Volume Declines Despite Market Uncertainty
April 2025 imports at the Port of Oakland declined 10.2% from March but remained 4.8% higher than April 2024, with new tariffs on...
Infographic: Red Sea Tensions Reshape Shipping, Commodity Markets
Disruption in Red Sea routes due to Houthi attacks has diverted global oil and container traffic via the Cape of Good Hope.
Longer...
Ultranav and Beyond the Sea to Support Shipping Decarbonization with Kite...
Ultranav and Beyond the Sea have partnered to deploy the SeaKite kite-powered propulsion system to reduce emissions.
Ultranav is integrating the solution into...
NCFI Update: Container Freight Rates as of 16 May 2025
As of 16 May 2025, the Ningbo Containerized Freight Index showed slight declines in rates to Europe, the West Mediterranean, and the East...
ABS Approves Samsung’s Next-Gen Floating LNG Facility For Deepwater Deployment
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its innovative Multi-purpose Liquefied Natural Gas...
NWSA Reports Continued Growth In Container Volumes Amid Changing Cargo Trends
The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) saw a strong performance in April 2025 as shippers moved up orders, driving sustained growth in container imports. Despite...
Amsterdam Hosts First Ship-To-Ship Green Methanol Bunkering Operation
In a landmark moment for sustainable maritime fuel use, the Port of Amsterdam successfully completed its first ship-to-ship green methanol bunkering. The operation highlights...
Major Emissions Drop Through BioLNG Adoption
A leading European short-sea carrier has achieved a significant milestone in maritime sustainability by dramatically cutting carbon emissions through the expanded use of liquefied...
Abu Dhabi Explores New Joint Venture To Drive Sustainable Energy
A new strategic agreement signals Abu Dhabi’s growing ambitions in the clean energy and liquid bulk storage sectors. A preliminary accord has been signed...
MSC Cruises Expands World Class Fleet With Two New LNG-Powered Ships
MSC Cruises has announced the addition of two new LNG-powered ships to its World Class fleet, bringing the total number of ships in the...
[Watch] How $300m Cruise Ships are Demolished
To cut losses during the COVID-19 crisis, Carnival Cruise Line scrapped six ships, including Fantasy, Imagination, and Inspiration. At Turkey’s Aliaga yard, workers now...
Global Health Milestone: WHO Adopts Historic Pandemic Agreement
Agreement’s adoption follows three years of intensive negotiation launched due to gaps and inequities identified in national and global COVID-19 response.
Agreement boosts...
