JMU Delivers Frontier Wish, A High-Efficiency Bulk Carrier
Japan Marine United (JMU) has delivered its latest energy-efficient bulk carrier, Frontier Wish, to Southern Route Maritime on May 13, 2025. The vessel was...
Survitec: Fire Safety Overhaul for RoRo and RoPax Vessels
Starting January 1, 2026, RoRo and RoPax ships must install fixed water monitors on their weather decks to enhance fire protection.
Ships under...
Ningbo Containerised Freight Index Sees Significant Weekly Gains
The Ningbo Containerised Freight Index (NCFI) reported notable increases across several major trade routes in the week ending May 23, 2025.
Key Route Highlights
Ningbo...
Dry Bulk Shipping: Growth Continues, But Challenges Loom
The global dry bulk fleet is projected to continue its expansion through 2026, though at a moderated pace compared to recent years. This trend...
Ocean Freight Rates Surge Post Temporary U.S.-China Tariff Reduction
Ocean freight rates have spiked sharply, up to $7,000 per container on some routes, due to a rush of shipments following a temporary...
Cargo Vessel Sinks Off Kochi Coast, Sparks Environmental Concerns
A Liberian cargo ship sank off the Kerala coast. The ship carried 640 containers, including hazardous materials.
There are fears of potential oil...
Drewry: Escalating Port Congestion Strains Container Shipping Flows
Port congestion across key Northern European hubs is intensifying, with Bremerhaven particularly affected by labour shortages during the recent holiday.
Compounding the situation,...
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Gains Approval for Wilson Sons Acquisition
Brazilian regulators have approved MSC’s acquisition of a 56% stake in Wilson Sons for $760 million.
This acquisition improves MSC’s transport capabilities in...
Canadian Marine Industry Struggles with Labour Shortage, Study Shows
Canada’s marine sector faces a critical labor gap, with over 8,300 new workers needed by 2029 and thousands of current roles already unfilled.
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Port Community System Initiative to Transform Hong Kong’s Port Operations
The Port Community System (PCS) launch marks a major step in Hong Kong’s drive to modernize its port and maritime sectors through digital...