Russian Oil Freight Rates to India Ease Further, Proposed EU Curbs...

Shipping Costs Fall to $5.5–$5.7 Million from Baltic Ports. Urals Crude Stays Below $60 Cap, Attracting Western Shipowners. EU Proposes New Sanctions, Eyes...

KR and HD Hyundai Samho Sign MoU for AI-Driven Ship Design

Partnership Targets AI-Based Innovation in Shipbuilding. AI to Automate Hull Support Optimisation and Analysis. Generative AI System to Streamline In-House Design Verification. On June...

Cargo Integrity Group Flags Fire Risks from Reactive Hazard Cargoes

Calcium Hypochlorite, Charcoal, and Cotton Identified as High-Risk Cargoes. New Charcoal Transport Rules to Become Mandatory by January 2026. Lithium-Ion Battery Hazards Expected...

Port of LA Sees 5% Drop in May Cargo Volume

Imports Fall 19% from April Despite Peak Season Build-Up. May Marks Lowest Monthly Cargo Output in Over Two Years. Tariffs Blamed for Disruption...

Why Iran Won’t Block the Hormuz Strait Oil Artery Even as...

The Strait of Hormuz remains open and commercial vessel traffic continues to flow despite reports of electronic interference in the region. Israel struck Iran’s nuclear...

Norway’s Enova Backs “World’s Largest” Battery-Electric Containerships Project

Enova, the Norwegian government enterprise responsible for promoting environmentally friendly energy and climate solutions, has announced a significant funding commitment of NOK 362 million...

Middle East Conflict Rattles Tanker Markets: Freight and Insurance Costs Set...

The escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, culminating in the recent air strikes and retaliatory threats, will undoubtedly have a significant and multifaceted impact...

Middle East Conflict Puts 20% of World’s Oil Supply and LNG...

The global tanker market is bracing for a significant surge in freight and insurance costs following the Israeli attack on Iran on June 13,...

From Noise to Plastic: South Africa and Costa Rica Lead Maritime...

During a joint side event at the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice (June 9-13, 2025), South Africa and Costa Rica showcased their...

Seafarer Fatigue: A Growing Maritime Safety Risk

Over 33% of cargo ship crew report inadequate sleep, per Cardiff University study. Fatigue linked to anxiety, falsified records, and rising abandonment cases. ...

Mariners Medico Guide App Enhances Onboard Safety and Medical Response for...

Over 35,000 downloads since its launch in October 2022. A critical tool for emergency medical situations at sea. Backed by the Norwegian Maritime...

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...