Hurtigruten’s Sea Zero Project Advances Towards the World’s Most Energy-Efficient Cruise...

Sea Zero project undergoes key testing at SINTEF Ocean, refining its zero-emission cruise ship design. The new design features two retractable sails, improving...

DNV Awards AiP to MARIC for Ammonia-Ready Kamsarmax Bulk Carrier

DNV granted AiP to MARIC for an ammonia-ready Kamsarmax bulk carrier with a reinforced hull and reserved space for future ammonia fuel systems. ...

Panama Removes Dozens of Tankers from Registry in Response to Blacklisting

Panama has announced its intention to cancel the registration of 128 ships flying its flag. This action is in response to these vessels being...

MABUX Global Bunker Indices Show Moderate Increase, Scrubber Spread Declines

During the 13th week, the MABUX Global bunker indices showed a consistent, moderate increase across all fuel types, reports MABUX on LinkedIn.  Global Scrubber Spread Scrubber...

Decline in Seaborne Crude Oil Trade Impacts Tanker Market and Voyage...

A decline in seaborne crude oil trade volumes in recent years has been noted, particularly in comparison to the 2019 average. Consequently, this decrease...

New Guidelines for DRI Shipping Focus on Hydrogen Production and Temperature...

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) has released a circular providing guidelines for the safe handling and transportation of Direct Reduced Iron (DRI),...

RobotPlusPlus Demonstrates Advanced Maritime Robots at Sea Asia 2025

RobotPlusPlus is showcasing its latest maritime robotic technologies at Sea Asia 2025 in Singapore, reports Marine Insight.  Problems and Solutions  The company is showcasing its HighMate...

Fire Breaks Out On Cargo Ship Near Busan, Injuring Six Crew...

Recently, a fire broke out on a Russian-flagged refrigerated cargo vessel approximately 8 kilometers off the coast of Busan, near the Port of Gamcheon...

Houthi Threats Escalate Shipping Risks And Costs

The Houthis' threats to target vessels linked to the U.S. and Israel have led to a sharp rise in shipping insurance costs. After briefly...

Port Of Barcelona Invests €124 Million In Sustainable Fuel Infrastructure

The Port of Barcelona has announced a €124 million investment to construct three new bulk liquid berths aimed at facilitating the loading and unloading...

Russia Expands Arctic Submarine And Military Fleet Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

Russia is making significant strides in modernizing its Arctic fleet, with plans to deploy three new Borei-class nuclear submarines to the Northern Fleet near...

Wärtsilä And MPA Partner To Launch Methanol And Ammonia Simulation Models...

Wärtsilä, a global leader in smart marine and energy technologies, has announced the introduction of the Methanol Power and Control (PAC) simulation model in...

BIMCO Releases Container Shipping Market Outlook for March 2025

New Fees on Chinese Shipping Could Disrupt US Ports. Tariff Wars Threaten Global Supply Chains. US Consumer Sentiment Hits Lowest Point Since 2022. BIMCO's...

INTERCARGO Calls for Simplicity in IMO Climate Talks

Maritime Industry Calls for Practical Solutions in GHG Reduction Talks. INTERCARGO Pushes for Clear, Predictable Carbon Pricing. Shipping Industry Faces Pivotal Moment in...

Shadow Fleet Scandal: Fake Insurance Papers Expose Maritime Fraud

Fraudulent Insurance Scheme Puts Baltic Waters at Risk. Fake Norwegian Insurer Shields Shadow Fleet from Scrutiny. Investigation Uncovers Massive Maritime Insurance Fraud. One Monday...

Panama Canal Launches NetZero Slot to Support Decarbonization Efforts

New NetZero Slot to Promote Decarbonization in Maritime Transport. Panama Canal Launches Exclusive Transit Slot for Green Shipping. Green Shipping Gets a Boost...

Georgia Ports Sets February Record Nearing 500,000 TEUs

The Port of Savannah achieved its busiest February on record, moving 479,850 TEUs, a 6% increase year-over-year, according to the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA). The...

Marine Safety Forum Issues Alert on Safe Boarding Arrangements

Recent safety campaigns have revealed that approximately 12% of pilot transfer arrangements are non-compliant, with combination ladders and pilot ladders being the most...

MPA & ICS Sign MoU on Maritime Cooperation

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) Singapore Branch have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)...

Drewry WCI Drops 4% Amid Ongoing Shipping Market Adjustments

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 4% to $2,168 per 40ft container this week. Detailed assessment for Thursday, 27 March 2025 The Drewry WCI composite index...