Russia’s LNG Exports Continue Despite Sanctions, Signaling Maritime Compliance Challenges

Reuters reports that another liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier has departed from Russia’s Portovaya LNG plant, a facility currently under U.S. sanctions, highlighting the...

China Launches Its First Dual-Fuel Methanol Bunkering Vessel in Zhoushan

Manifold Times reports that China has launched its first dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel at Zhoushan, marking a notable milestone in the development of alternative-fuel...

Global Shipping Faces Fragmented Emissions Regimes as IMO Delay Undercuts Consensus

Wärtsilä has warned that the postponement of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Net-Zero Framework opens the door to a patchwork of regional carbon-pricing systems,...

Iran Demands $170 Million Fine from Israeli Shipping Magnate for Seized...

An Iranian judicial official in Tehran has announced a $170 million fine demand against the purported Israeli owner of a cargo vessel that was...

Ship Laden With Hazardous Cargo Stranded Off Philippines After Being Denied...

A cargo ship is currently stranded off the coast of the Philippines carrying 23 containers of zinc dust contaminated with the radioactive isotope Cesium-137....

Capesize Strong for Forward Dates Amid Softening Panamax and Supramax Markets

The dry bulk shipping market segments reveal a mixed but generally softening trend, with Panamax and Supramax facing downward pressure, while Capesize shows healthy...

VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax Rates See Strong Upward Pressure

The crude tanker market shows strong sentiment and rising rates across all major tanker segments (VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax), driven by tighter tonnage supply...

NYK Line and Port of Duqm Partner to Advance Green Energy...

The partnership between NYK Line and the Port of Duqm Company (PODC) is a strategic collaboration to enhance the port's connectivity and promote sustainable,...

Tokyo MOU Adopts 2026-2030 Strategic Plan and Quarterly Publication of Company...

The Tokyo MOU's Port State Control Committee held its 36th meeting, making several key decisions regarding future joint campaigns, company performance publication, and the...

Japan Achieves World’s First Land-Based Test Of Marine Hydrogen Engines

In a major step toward maritime decarbonization, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Yanmar Power Solutions, and Japan Engine Corporation have successfully carried out the world’s first...

Yang Ming Expands Fleet With Six Methanol Dual-Fuel-Ready Containerships

Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation has taken a significant step toward greener and more efficient shipping by finalizing contracts for six 8,000 TEU-class methanol...

Container Ship Fires and Ports of Refuge for the Big Ship...

In an era of growing maritime risks, having a Port of Refuge (POR) procedure is vital for shipowners, charterers, salvors, and insurers. When emergencies...

Suspicious Maritime Activity Reported Near Garacad Somalia

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has issued an alert regarding suspicious maritime activity off the coast of Somalia. The incident occurred on...

Hengli’s Reverse Takeover Revives Songfa As Profitable Shipbuilder Amid Order Boom

Hengli Heavy Industry’s reverse takeover of Guangdong Songfa Ceramics has revitalized the formerly struggling Shanghai-listed company, transforming it into a profitable and fast-growing shipbuilder...

ACL Faces $34 Million Annual Tariff Hit As U.S. Reclassifies Con-Ro...

Atlantic Container Line (ACL) has been caught in the crosshairs of the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) new Section 301 charges, with its con-ro vessels...

Hapag-Lloyd Celebrates Naming Of Wilhelmshaven Express, The Final Vessel

Hapag-Lloyd marked a major milestone today with the naming ceremony of the Wilhelmshaven Express at the Jade Weser Port in Wilhelmshaven. The event celebrated...

Sanctioned Tanker Grounds Briefly in Suez Canal, Traffic Restored Quickly

Engine Failure Causes Temporary Suez Canal Disruption. Rescue Teams Refloated Vessel Within 30 Minutes. SCA Praises Swift Emergency Response and Skilled Crew. On October...

Lawmakers Push to Rebuild U.S. Shipbuilding

Senators Highlight Bipartisan Momentum for Industry Revival. SHIPS for America Act Aims to Create Jobs and Boost Security. Lawmakers Unite to Reduce China’s...

Sanctioned Fleet Hits 1,387 Ships as Ageing Tankers Dominate

Global Sanctioned Fleet Expands to 1,387 Vessels. Tankers Account for 72% of the Restricted Fleet. Ageing Ships Dominate High-Risk Trades. According to the latest...

Trump Backs South Korea’s Philly Shipyard Expansion

$350 Billion U.S.-Korea Investment Targets Shipbuilding Growth. Hanwha Plans Major Expansion and Record Vessel Orders. Philly Shipyard’s Proven Track Record Strengthens U.S. Industry. During...