Philippines Launches the First-Ever Methanol-Powered KAMSARMAX Bulk Carrier

TSUNEISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES (CEBU), Inc. launched the world’s first methanol dual-fuelled KAMSARMAX bulk carrier on 17 July 2025 in the Philippines. The vessel...

MARAD Awards $8.75 Million to Boost U.S. Shipyards Amid Push for...

The U.S. Maritime Administration has granted $8.75 million to 17 small shipyards across 12 states to strengthen maritime infrastructure. This year’s funding marks...

Beyond Narco-Submarines: Marshall Islands Details Diverse Drug Concealment Methods

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Maritime Administrator has issued a warning regarding the escalating use of commercial vessels for illicit drug trafficking,...

Decoding FuelEU Maritime: Essential Insights on Fuel Allocation, Methane Slip, and...

The FuelEU Maritime regulation, which came into force on January 1, 2025, is a cornerstone of the European Union's "Fit for 55" package, aiming...

Dry Bulk Sector Sees Unexpected Gains Driven by Panamax Surge and...

The dry bulk market is currently experiencing an unexpected surge, particularly in the Panamax segment, defying earlier bearish outlooks for 2025. This momentum, while...

Dryad Global Warns of Russian Port Access Curbs and Evolving Threats...

Dryad Global's latest Maritime Intelligence Brief, as of July 22, 2025, highlights a dynamic and complex threat landscape across key global shipping routes, driven...

South Carolina Ports Achieves 3% Container Growth and Record Rail Cargo

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) closed out fiscal year 2025 with robust performance, demonstrating significant growth in both container volumes and vital rail cargo,...

Global Shipbuilding Sees Sharp Reversal In 2025 As Newbuilding Orders Collapse

After a strong surge in 2024, global shipbuilding activity has dramatically reversed course in 2025. According to Xclusiv Shipbrokers, the number of new dry...

Armed Robbery Incident In Chittagong And Ongoing Maritime Vigilance

Recently, an armed robbery incident occurred onboard an LPG tanker anchored at Chittagong ‘C’ Anchorage, Bangladesh. Fortunately, no crew members were harmed and no...

Low Utilization Of Excellent Shipper Certification System Raises Industry Concerns

The excellent shipper certification system, launched in 2020 to support domestic shipping companies, is showing disappointing results. Industry experts are now calling for policy...

SIPG Energy And Argus Partner To Advance Green Fuels At Shanghai...

SIPG Energy and Argus signed an MoU on 18 July in Shanghai to collaborate on green fuels development and market intelligence. The partnership aims...

ALAM Launches Advanced Simulator Hub To Train Future Maritime Leaders

Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM), part of the MISC Group, has inaugurated its Maritime Experiential Learning Centre — a high-tech simulator training facility designed to...

Grimaldi Group Unveils ‘Grande Shanghai’ A Next-Gen Green Car Carrier

The Grimaldi Group has officially named its newest vessel, the Grande Shanghai, at a ceremony held in Jiangsu, China. This marks the launch of the...

New BIMCO Clause Addresses USTR Actions

The Documentary Committee of BIMCO adopted a standard clause aimed at addressing contractual uncertainties that may arise from the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR)...

UK Hits 135 ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tankers in Major Sanctions Sweep

On 21 July, the UK announced 137 new sanctions to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil industry and target shadow fleet operations, according to...

Putin Orders FSB Gatekeeping for All Foreign Vessel Arrivals

Foreign vessels will require the approval of Russia's FSB security service to access the country's ports, according to a decree signed by President Vladimir...

Hanwha Philly Secures Landmark LNG Carrier Construction Deal

Hanwha Philly Shipyard has secured a 348 billion won ($250 million) order to build a liquified natural gas (LNG) carrier for Hanwha Shipping LLC,...

New Guidance Reinforces Onboard Movement Standards for UK Ships

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued Marine Guidance Note (MGN) 532 (M) Amendment 4, which provides updated guidance to shipowners, operators, managers,...

[Watch] The Dangers of Rope Twisting

The twisting of mooring ropes is a common problem that can reduce the strength of a rope and pose potential safety hazards to the...

Container Shipping Sees Strong Growth as Outlook Turns Uncertain

US Tariff Uncertainty Weighs on Industry Outlook. Global Fleet Grows to 6,766 Ships, 30.8 Million TEU. 2024 Sees 26.7% Surge in New Vessel...