USTR Eases Port Fee Impact

The revised USTR Section 301 port fee policy targets Chinese maritime interests while minimizing impact on U.S. oil flows. Less than 3% of...

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Launches Combat USV Development With Korean Navy

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) has secured a contract from the Republic of Korea Navy to lead the concept design of a next-generation...

Armed Pirates Strike Bulk Carrier in Singapore Strait

On April 23, 2025, a bulk carrier transiting eastbound through the Philip Channel in the Singapore Strait was boarded by four armed individuals wielding...

Fear of Grey Boxes: A New Shipping Concern

Growing public and political concern over containerized cargo, or "grey boxes," stems from security fears and misunderstandings of container terminals. The rise of...

New IMO Programme Fuels Maritime Training for Green Shipping

The IMO has introduced a Train-the-Trainer programme focused on educating maritime professionals about alternative fuels like ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen for sustainable shipping. ...

CMB.TECH and Golden Ocean Forge Green Fleet of 250+ Ships

Golden Ocean Group Limited and CMB.TECH have announced a merger to create a global leader in sustainable shipping. This strategic partnership aims to...

Vast and Port of Rotterdam Power Up Tanker Electrification

Vast Infraestrutura and the Port of Rotterdam have signed an MoU to explore electrifying oil tankers at berth worldwide, aiming to reduce emissions...

Amsterdam Port Powers Ahead with 65% Emissions Cut

Port of Amsterdam hit its 2025 goal early by slashing emissions 65% from 2014 levels. The port aims for net-zero operations by 2030,...

PSA Mulls Exit from CK Hutchison Ports Stake

CK Hutchison’s $14.2B Port Deal Sparks Global Reactions. PSA’s Sale Decision Tied to BlackRock Deal Outcome. Deal Excludes Hong Kong and China Ports. Singapore-based...

US Port Fees Final Plan Less Severe Than February Proposal

Bulk Liquid Shipowners Largely Unaffected by New Fees. Annexe II Exemptions Ease Pressure on Global Tanker Fleet. US Gulf Expected to See Tighter...

Nuclear Energy Poised to Transform Maritime Sustainability

Study Projects Nuclear-Powered Vessels by 2040–2045. SMRs Eyed for Marine and Port Power Solutions. Industry Coalition Explores Nuclear in Shipping. A new whitepaper released...

China–US Trade Shift Hits West Coast Port Traffic

Container Arrivals Drop 44% at LA and Long Beach. TEU Volumes Down Sharply Since Late April. Truckload Demand Falls with Port Activity. Current shifts...

Two Armed Boardings in 24 Hours Highlight Piracy Concerns Near Pulau...

Reports indicate that within 24 hours, two separate commercial vessels were boarded by armed intruders while transiting the Singapore Strait, specifically in the vicinity...

ReCAAP Highlights Surge in SOMS Piracy, Sulu-Celebes Threat Remains Low

The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC) has released its Q1 report for 2025, covering incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia...

VLCC Spot Rates Rise Sharply on Pre-Easter Demand and Iran Sanctions

In the lead-up to the Easter holidays, Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) spot freight rates on the Middle East Gulf to China route experienced...

HMD Wins Contract for Two LPGCs, Delivery by 2027

South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) has secured a significant order for two liquefied petroleum gas carriers (LPGCs). The contract is valued at...

Osaka Gas Starts Shore-to-Ship LNG Bunkering at Senboku Terminal

Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. (Osaka Gas) has initiated its shore-to-ship LNG bunkering service, marking a significant step as the first gas utility in Japan...

Disney Adventure Floats Out, Ready to Transform Asian Cruising

The new Disney Cruise Line vessel, Disney Adventure, boasts a gross tonnage of 208,000 and was successfully floated out on Saturday, April 19th, in...

Yang Ming to Upgrade Container Fleet with Eco-Friendly and Efficient Units...

New container fleet construction approved by the Board of Directors Focus on reducing operational costs and environmental impact Delivery is expected in 2025...

Port of Antwerp-Bruges Posts Mixed Q1 2025 Results

Overall freight volume declined by 4% to 67.7 million tonnes Container and Ro/Ro traffic saw growth, offsetting broader declines Market share increased regionally...