China Approves Qualified Rare Earth Export Applications
Global demand rises for medium and heavy-rare earths.
China commits to responsible export controls and dialogue.
Rare earths are key in ongoing US-China...
Regulation Sparks Muted Optimism for Marine Decarbonization
The IMO’s proposed net-zero framework is expected to incentivize wider adoption of green fuels through penalties and carbon trading, beginning in 2028.
Despite...
Capesize Freight Boosts Dry Bulk with China Demand and Supply Shifts
Capesize Drives Dry Bulk Market Momentum.
China’s Iron Ore Demand Holds Firm Despite Volatility.
Simandou Project Could Shift Long-Term Iron Ore Dynamics.
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Dry Bulk Steadies as Growth Slows and Trade Shifts
Capesize and Panamax Lead Modest Shipping Recovery.
Global Economy Slows as Trade Front-Loading Fades.
North America and Latin America Face Growth Headwinds.
During the...
Measles Outbreak in North America Sparks Travel Concerns
A significant measles outbreak is spreading rapidly across Mexico, the US, and Canada, causing rising fatalities and sparking urgent public health and travel...
Höegh Evi & Aker BP Get DNV Approval for Next-Gen CO₂...
Höegh Evi and Aker BP have received Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for a new liquefied CO₂ (LCO₂) carrier designed to transport...
[Watch] Massive Fire Breaks Out on Singapore-Flagged Cargo Ship, 4 Crew...
A major fire broke out aboard a container vessel off Kerala’s Beypore coast, causing multiple explosions and cargo loss into the sea.
18...
UECC Adds New PCTC to Boost North-South Sailings
United European Car Carriers (UECC) has expanded its fleet with the eco-friendly dual-fuel LNG PCTC Blue Heritage, strengthening its North-South route with increased...
Supertanker Disconnects in Storm, Causes Oil Spill Off Thailand Coast
A sudden and severe storm off the coast of Thailand late on the night of June 5, 2025, caused a supertanker to disconnect from...
Rainy Season and School Reopenings Drive COVID-19 Surge in Thailand
Thailand's Department of Disease Control (DDC) reported a significant surge in COVID-19 cases during the first two days of June 2025, with a total...
Capesize Leads Dry Bulk Recovery, Panamas Gain While Supramax Struggles
The Capesize dry bulk market indeed experienced a significant rebound and strong upward trajectory during the week, largely driven by improving fundamentals across multiple...
VLCCs Hit Bottom, Suezmaxes Firm in Atlantic, Aframaxes Ride Rollercoaster
Despite an overarching negative sentiment in the market, the LR2 (Long Range 2) tanker segment in the Middle East Gulf (MEG) demonstrated a surprising...
The Green Pioneer: Catalyzing a New Fuel Era for Net-Zero Shipping
The maritime industry is facing an unprecedented transformation driven by stringent decarbonization targets and the imperative to transition to cleaner energy, according to Reuters.
Green...
APM Terminals Pier 400 Leads Clean Energy Transition with New Electric...
APM Terminals Pier 400 has deployed the largest fleet of electric terminal tractors (ETTs) in the Port of Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone...
Tradepoint Terminals Expands Bulk Capacity with $35 Million Sparrows Point Project
Tradepoint Terminals is investing $35 million to modernize bulk cargo handling and expand storage at Sparrows Point.
The project introduces advanced conveyance systems...
GTT–HHI Collaboration Targets LNG Carrier Efficiency and Ergonomics
GTT and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries launched two JDPs to improve LNG carrier design and performance.
One project introduces a trapezoidal forward cargo...
Lloyd’s Register and China Cruises Develop Partnership to Propel China’s Cruise...
Lloyd’s Register partners with China Cruises to boost China’s independent large cruise ship development.
The collaboration focuses on advancing the cruise supply chain...
LNG Softens, LPG Gains Amid Nor-Shipping Lull
LNG rates eased in the Pacific, moved by weaker demand and limited activity during Nor-Shipping. Atlantic LNG routes showed mixed trends, with slight...
RINA Approves Dual-Fuel Ultramax Bulker Design with Hydrogen and LNG Propulsion
The new Ultramax bulker design from SDARI features dual-fuel LNG/hydrogen propulsion with hybrid-electric an d wind-assisted systems.
RINA granted Approval in Principle after...
France’s Largest Shore Power Installation Commissioned At Port Of Toulon
The Port of Toulon has successfully commissioned France’s largest shore power installation for ships, becoming fully operational since February 2025.
This state-of-the-art facility enables vessels...