Lessons Learned: Tow Strike on Bridge Caused by Operator Complacency
On April 23, 2023, an incident involving a towing vessel occurred on the Lower Mississippi River. The event was documented through an official investigation...
ABB Launches AMXE Marine Motor, a Next-Generation Electric Propulsion Solution
ABB has announced the launch of the AMXE Marine Motor, a next-generation electric propulsion solution designed specifically to endure the demanding conditions at sea....
WinGD’s New Global Service to Provide Continuous Lifecycle Support and Original...
Swiss marine power company WinGD has officially launched its comprehensive Global Service offering, significantly expanding its aftercare support for marine engines. Previously, WinGD's direct...
DP World’s Mekong Express: Faster, Greener Cargo Movement in Vietnam
DP World, a leading global port operator, has officially launched the Mekong Express, a new domestic sea-river transport route in Vietnam. This initiative is...
FDA Approves Moderna’s New, Lower-Dose COVID-19 Vaccine, mNEXSPIKE
Moderna announced on Friday, May 31, 2025, that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its new, lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine, mNEXSPIKE (mRNA-1283),...
VLCC Freight Market Sees Negative Close to May Amidst Bearish Sentiment
Despite some mid-May signs of rate stabilization that briefly lifted sentiment, the end of May 2025 paints a decidedly negative picture for the VLCC...
Nor-Shipping Celebrates Alisha Fredriksson’s Rapid Progress in Climate Tech
Fredriksson has now joined an esteemed group of individuals who have previously held this prestigious title. Notably, all former title holders were under the...
Norway Launches Groundbreaking Green Industry With Höegh Autoliners
In a bold move toward a circular and sustainable maritime economy, Höegh Autoliners and Nordic Circles have signed a visionary agreement to repurpose decommissioned...
CMA CGM Joins Consortium To Advance Trade Digitalization Through Interoperable e-Bills
In a move aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of international container trade, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in maritime, air, land,...
EU Inaugurates Europe’s Largest Onshore Power Facility In Copenhagen
The European Union marked a major milestone in its green maritime transition with the inauguration of the ‘Coordinated Supply of Onshore Power in Baltic...
Advanced Propeller Designs Unlocking Fuel Savings And Regulatory Compliance In Shipping
As the maritime industry faces increasing regulatory pressure and fuel cost volatility, shipowners and operators are looking toward advanced propeller designs and propulsion energy-saving...
Ageing Ships And Machinery Failures Dominate Marine Casualty Trends
A new report based on data from Lloyd’s List Intelligence reveals a concerning rise in marine casualty incidents, with machinery damage and failure now...
Hanwha Ocean Partners With Lloyd’s Register To Boost Naval Ship Certification
South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean Co., a leading global shipbuilder, has taken a major step to expand its presence in international naval markets, particularly in...
Ship Smarter: How LA Ports Used Tech to Tackle Congestion
Speed reduction can significantly cut emissions.
Artificial intelligence helps optimize routes and fuel use.
Modern wind technologies are making a comeback to aid...
Solvang and Global Investor Launch Gas Shipping Joint Venture
Solvang ASA and a major global infrastructure investor have launched a 50:50 joint venture, Solvang Gas Carriers.
The venture starts with a fleet...
KR and HD Hyundai Chart Course for Low-Carbon Shipping
KR grants AiP for new LCO₂ cargo tank design for green shipping.
Innovative tank design supports carbon capture and storage goals.
Collaboration aims...
LR Approves SOFC-Equipped LNG Carrier Concept by MOL and SHI
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (SHI) for the...
Lloyd’s Register Certifies Jotun’s Hull Skating Technology in Industry First
Lloyd's Regiseter (LR) has awarded the world’s first Recognised Enhanced Antifouling Type Approval to Jotun's SeaQuantum Skate antifouling coating.
The approval, announced at...
Shipping Investment Slows Amid Tariffs and Environmental Pressures
Geopolitics puts industry at an inflection point, redefines trade routes.
New ships must be ready for 2030s-2040s.
Aging fleet is an environmental time...
AI Transforms Maritime Industry with Autonomous Ship Technology
Autonomous Ships and AI Set Course for a New Maritime Era.
AI Revolutionises Fleet Management, Navigation, and Port Operations.
Autonomous Vessels Gain Momentum...