[Podcast] Shipping’s Unexpected Role as a Climate Leader a Case for...
As geopolitical tensions grow and economic uncertainty causes hesitation across industries, the temptation to delay decisions and investments is strong.
Yet, amidst the gloom, shipping...
WinGD’s X-S Series Powers Next-Gen Container Vessels For X-Press Feeders
Swiss marine engine developer WinGD has secured an order for two advanced X-S short-stroke engines to power container ships being built for X-Press Feeders...
Ofiniti To Power Digital Infrastructure For Azane’s Ammonia Bunkering Operations
Ofiniti, an independent digital platform formerly known as FuelBoss, has entered into a strategic partnership with Azane Fuel Solutions to support its pioneering ammonia...
Fincantieri Launches “Mein Schiff Flow,” A Milestone In Sustainable Cruising
Fincantieri and TUI Cruises marked a key milestone with the launch of Mein Schiff Flow, the second vessel in the next-generation InTUItion class, at...
Light Structures’ ARGUS-VM Concept Secures ABS Approval For Sensorless Hull Monitoring
In a major step toward smarter maritime operations, Light Structures has received Approval in Principle (AIP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for...
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Revamps Vision For A Decarbonized Maritime Future
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a core company under the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has released a revised version of its strategic blueprint, “Marine...
NOAA Forecasts Active 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Essential Preparations for Ships Navigating Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Best Practices for Vessel Safety During Hurricanes at Sea.
Key Actions Before, During, and After...
France and Singapore Strengthen Maritime Partnership
New maritime deal boosts cooperation on green shipping and digital ports.
Singapore and France collaborate on maritime decarbonisation and innovation.
Enhanced partnership aims...
Europe Boosts Crude Imports as West African Supply Surges
Dirty Tanker Market Slumps Amid Shorter Oil Routes to Europe.
WTI Loses Ground to African Crude in European Market Shift.
Tanker Sanctions and...
China Builds World’s First Salmon Farming Ship
Su Hai No 1 to Launch in June as China Eyes Seafood Self-Reliance.
Floating Salmon Farm Marks Milestone in China’s Marine Strategy.
China...
IAEA Chief Discusses Nuclear Shipping Future with Greek Shipowners
ATLAS Initiative Brings Nuclear Power to Maritime Sector.
Grossi Meets Greek Leaders to Push Nuclear-Powered Vessels.
IAEA Eyes Greece for Nuclear Shipping Innovation.
Rafael...
Bulk Carrier Closely Avoids Hitting Blue Water Bridge Linking U.S. And...
1000-Foot Ship Avoids Collision on St. Clair River.
American Spirit’s Close Call Under U.S.–Canada Bridge.
Great Lakes Freighter Nearly Hits Shoreline Beneath Bridge.
On...
[Podcast] Oil and Shipping Industries Brace for USTR Shift
The proposed 2025 Section 301 actions by the US Trade Representative (USTR) against China’s maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors could reshape merchant shipping trade....
Trump Plans to Double Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to 50%
President Trump announced plans to raise U.S. tariffs on imported steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, effective June 4, 2025.
Shares of...
U.S. Ethane Exports to China Face New Licensing Roadblock
New U.S. Commerce Department rules require export licenses for ethane shipments to China, revoking previous approvals.
China imported a record 492,000 barrels per...
NCFI: Freight Rates Dip Across Key Routes as Market Softens
The Ningbo Containerised Freight Index (NCFI) for the week ending May 30, 2025, reported the following trends:
Route Highlights
Ningbo to Europe: The index declined...
SAAM Towage Advances with Electric Tugs, Cutting Emissions and Costs
SAAM Towage deployed electric tugs in Vancouver and plans another in Chile.
The company reduced carbon intensity by 72%, targeting a 90% cut.
...
Cerberus Expresses Interest in Darwin Port While Australia Pursues Local Control
Cerberus Capital Management has expressed interest in acquiring the lease for Darwin Port.
The Australian government is actively pursuing local buyers, managing the...
Technip Energies Appointed to Restart Vasilikos LNG Terminal Construction
Technip Energies begins on-site management at the dormant Vasilikos LNG terminal, focusing first on assessing the current project status and starting contractor tenders.
...
Drewry: Intra-Asia Container Index Remain Stable
The Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI) held nearly flat at $655 per 40ft container as of May 30, 2025.
Year-over-year, the index is up...
