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...
Lessons Learned: Tool Trouble at Sea
A routine task turned hazardous when improper equipment was used during maintenance on board. This incident highlights the critical importance of selecting the right...
Russia Releases Oil Tanker from Baltic Sea Detention
Russia detained Liberia-flagged tanker on Sunday.
The vessel is now heading to Rotterdam, data shows.
Ambrey warns of increased security risks in Baltic.
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Port of LA Posts Strong April Before Tariff Impact
The Port of Los Angeles handled 842,806 TEUs in April, marking a 9.4 per cent increase from last year.
Year-to-date (YTD), the port has processed...
Port Houston Reports 20% Rise in April Container Throughput
Port Houston had a strong April, handling 387,478 TEUs at its public terminals—a 20 per cent increase over April 2024 and a new monthly...
EU Mandates Insurance Proof for All Ships Entering Waters
New EU Rule Requires Vessel Insurance Disclosure by May 2025.
European Commission Tightens Vessel Monitoring with Insurance Rule.
EU Aligns Ship Reporting with...
LNG Shipping Stocks Rise 6% Above Key Resistance
Asian Firms Lead Gains in LNG Shipping Index.
LNG Shipping Market Shows Cautious Optimism Amid Uncertainty.
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Capital Clean Energy...
Wallem Group Issues Biofuel Best Practices for Shipping
New Whitepaper Guides Safe Marine Biofuel Use.
Wallem Highlights Biofuel Challenges and Solutions.
Wallem Calls for Crew Training and Digital Fuel Monitoring.
Wallem Group...