NB.1.8.1 Variant May Account for Over One-Third of U.S. COVID-19 Cases
NB.1.8.1, a fast-spreading COVID-19 variant, may represent more than one-third of U.S. cases.
Experts say it’s more transmissible but not more severe than...
Strait of Hormuz Closure Unlikely Despite Rising Tensions with Iran
Tensions have resurfaced over fears that Iran might block the Strait of Hormuz after Israeli airstrikes.
Analysts widely agree that a full closure...
Tanker Fleet Faces Accelerating Aging Challenge Toward 2029
The global tanker fleet is experiencing a marked shift in its age profile, with older vessels growing rapidly across all segments.
By 2029,...
IMRF And Lloyd’s Register Launch First-Ever Global Review Of Maritime SAR...
The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF), in collaboration with Lloyd’s Register Foundation, has announced the launch of the first-ever Global Maritime Search and Rescue...
AD Ports Group And ASRY Sign Strategic Maritime Agreements In Bahrain
In the presence of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain, AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) has signed...
Ship Recycling Markets In Indian Subcontinent Continue Downward Spiral
Ship recycling markets across the Indian subcontinent remain under pressure as declining offers, economic volatility, and geopolitical instability weigh heavily on activity levels. According...
Port Houston Partners With DSP To Strengthen Terminal Tech And EDI...
In a move to enhance efficiency, security, and digital connectivity, Port Houston has signed a strategic agreement with global terminal tech firm DSP and...
India Strengthens Maritime Ties With CMA CGM During High-Level Visit To...
In a significant step towards deepening maritime cooperation, Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), visited the global...
ICS Announces Leadership Changes And Strategic Milestones
Following the conclusion of the International Chamber of Shipping’s (ICS) Annual General Meeting and Board Meeting, several key leadership transitions and strategic developments have...
Iran–Israel Missile Conflict Spurs VLCC Surge as Owners Withhold Tonnage
VLCC rates jumped 25% as owners held back tonnage.
July-loading demand from Persian Gulf emerging, testing owners' resolve.
Daily review of vessel transits...
Singapore Ship Bunker Sales Hit 16-month High
The 4,878,100 metric tonnes of marine fuel (including alternative fuels) sold in Singapore last month marked the highest monthly total since January 2024.
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Idle Containership Fleet Sees Slight Decline
In the two weeks leading up to June 2, the global idle containership fleet recorded a slight decline in total capacity, despite a small...
MOL May Rethink Persian Gulf Routes as Iran–Israel Tensions Surge
To mull options when vessels, seafarers are under real risk or danger.
'So far, we are continuing normal service, but very carefully.'
No...
Iran-Israel Conflict Disrupts Energy Infrastructure, Threatens Key Oil Routes
Oil futures rallied June 15 as Iran, Israel continued to trade attacks.
NYMEX crude opens 5% higher; Iran threatens to attack ships in...
May Imports at Busiest U.S. Seaport Drop 9% Amid Tariff Disruptions
May imports to Port of Los Angeles down 9% year-on-year.
Incoming cargo due to rebound after China tariffs lowered to 30% from 145%.
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Warship Wreck Survey Set to Inform Strategy Against Underwater Pollution
Marine experts are set to conduct a detailed survey of HMS Cassandra, a WWI-era British warship wreck near Estonia, to assess its environmental...
Protecting Tanker Operators with Proper Cargo Sampling Practices
Cargo contamination claims pose a significant financial risk for tanker operators, often resulting in expensive disputes. To effectively mitigate these risks, meticulous and proper...
[Podcast]Shipping Eyes Opportunity in Uncertainty at Nor-Shipping 2025
Shipping’s Risk Appetite Grows Despite Global Tensions.
Nor-Shipping Highlights Divide in Strategy Amid US-China Rivalry.
Volatility Rules, But Shipping Stays the Course.
Lloyd’s List’s...
LCO₂ Shipping Emerges as Key Enabler for CCS Expansion
Maritime CO₂ Transport Emerges as Key Net-Zero Enabler.
Cross-Border LCO₂ Shipping Faces Legal and Technical Hurdles.
LCO₂ Vessels Drive Scalable Carbon Capture Logistics.
As...
LNG Spot Rates Surge on Vessel Tightness While LPG Market Holds...
Atlantic LNG Rates Surge, Pacific Sees Modest Gains.
Charter Demand Boosts LNG Spot Market Ahead of July.
LPG Market Stable with Minor Fluctuations.
The...