Columbia Group CEO Mark O’Neil Calls for Stronger Focus on Inclusion...
Columbia Group CEO Mark O’Neil stressed that inclusion is essential for making diversity meaningful in the maritime industry.
He highlighted Columbia's progress, including...
Transpacific Capacity Grows as Blank Sailings Fall
Blank sailings are decreasing, with a notable drop expected on key East-West trade routes through July.
Port congestion remains a major concern, particularly...
Strait of Hormuz Threatened as Israel-Iran Tensions Flare
Over 25% of China's LNG imports in 2024 came from Qatar, the UAE.
China holds 15 LNG supply contracts with Qatar, the UAE.
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North Korea Claims Warship Revival Amid Global Doubt
North Korea announced it has repaired a second warship, claiming a significant naval restoration amid ongoing military tensions.
International experts remain skeptical, citing...
Oil Prices Surge 13% After Israel’s Strike on Iran, Touching 2-Month...
Crude oil prices surge 13% after Israel's military strike on Iran.
Brent and WTI post single-day gains of over 5%, reaching 2-month highs.
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Chinese Captain Jailed in Taiwan for Undersea Cable Damage
Taiwan Court Sentences Captain Over Cable Sabotage Incident.
Undersea Cable Damage Near Taiwan Leads to 3-Year Jail Term.
Captain Found Guilty as Taiwan...
India Issues Ultimatum as Oil Spill Threat Grows Off Kerala Coast
Environmental Threat Looms as Salvage Delays Continue Off Kerala Coast.
Government Warns of Criminal Action Over Oil Spill Inaction.
Delayed Response Misses Weather...
Davie to Invest $1B in U.S. Shipyards to Support Arctic Fleet...
Davie is set to acquire Gulf Copper’s shipbuilding assets in Texas, aiming to finalise the deal by summer 2025.
The acquisition would expand...
COVID’s ‘Razor Throat’ Symptom Is Raising Alarms
A severe sore throat, nicknamed “razor blade throat,” is being reported in COVID cases, especially in China, but it’s not a new or...
African Market Experiences Container Shortages as Carriers Prioritize Asia-US Routes
Indian rice exporters are facing container shortages and rising freight costs as carriers prioritize Asia-US trade ahead of the August tariff deadline.
Capacity...
DNV Warns of Counterfeit Certificates in Pilot Ladders and Mooring Ropes
DNV has detected recent cases of counterfeit certificates for pilot ladders and mooring ropes, posing safety and compliance risks.
Shipowners and managers are...
IRS Achieves Milestone with Launch of First Korean-Classed Passenger Ferry
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) celebrates the launch of its first classed vessel for a Korean owner—an inter-island passenger ferry.
Miraero Shipbuilding is...
Correction in Newbuilding Prices Likely to Deepen
Newbuilding prices began to soften in early 2025 and are expected to decline further due to reduced ordering and uncertainty around IMO regulations.
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Bridging the Biofuel Gap: Whitaker Tanker’s Certification Paves Way for Wider...
In what is indeed being hailed as an industry first, UK-based bunker operator John H. Whitaker (Tankers) Limited has achieved a significant milestone by...
Port of Toulon Embraces ABB Shore Connection for Full Dock Shore...
The Port of Toulon has indeed made a significant commitment to ABB Shore Connection technology as a cornerstone of its ambitious sustainability drive. This...
US Export License Requirements Force Ethane Tanker Diversion from China to...
An ethane tanker, identified as having loaded in the United States, was observed by ship tracking data to be heading towards India on Wednesday...
ECSA: Anticipated June demand drives market recovery amid a Capesize boost
The South Atlantic grain market experienced a significant boost in the recent trading week, with freight rates surging due to stronger cargo demand as...
Scrubber Spread Remains Below Breakeven, VLSFO More Cost-Effective for Shipping
At the close of Week 24, the global bunker indices published by MABUX demonstrated a moderate upward trend across all major fuel grades. This...
[Podcast] How to find a commercial carbon advantage in shipping
Efficiency is inherently good business, regardless of environmental motivations. While environmental altruism is a noble and necessary pursuit, the immediate and tangible financial benefits...
Maritime agency warns shipping industry over rising Middle East tensions
Increased ME tensions may impact shipping, says maritime agency
US set for talks with Iran over its nuclear programme
UKMTO advises vessels to...