BRS Shipbrokers on 2024 Shipbuilding Trends and Numbers

Shipbuilding orders rose dramatically from 128.4 million DWT in 2023 to 193.1 million DWT in 2024, with container carriers and tankers leading the...

WSC Urges USTR to Drop Port Fees, Boost U.S. Shipbuilding

The World Shipping Council (WSC) opposes the U.S. Trade Representative’s proposed port fees on Chinese-built vessels, warning they will increase costs, worsen inflation,...

EU Backs Down on Carbon Levy for Shipping, Risking Climate Finance...

The EU is set to compromise on a carbon levy for international shipping, allowing companies to trade carbon credits instead of direct payments. ...

Samsung Heavy Industries Achieves Breakthrough in FLNG Liquefaction Technology

Samsung Heavy Industries has achieved a significant advancement in liquefaction technology for Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) facilities. This development is notable because it...

E-Fuel Transition: GMF Discusses IMO Policy Measures for Shipping Decarbonization

The Global Maritime Forum (GMF) has published a document outlining crucial IMO policy measures and discussion points for the upcoming MEPC 83 meeting (April...

Rough Seas Ahead: Drewry Predicts Sailing Cancellations and Rate Declines

On the major East-West trade routes (Transpacific, Transatlantic, and Asia-North Europe & Med), there have been significant sailing cancellations, reports Drewry.  Drewry’s Predictions  Drewry's predictions and...

DNV White Paper Explores Biofuels as a Viable Decarbonization Option for...

With the shipping industry's focus on decarbonization, biofuels are gaining traction as a viable option for shipowners. DNV has published a white paper to...

Egypt Probes Red Sea Tourist Submarine Sinking

Egyptian authorities have questioned the crew of a tourist submarine that sank in the Red Sea, claiming the lives of six passengers out of...

Weekly Dry Bulk Market Report Capesize Weakens, Panamax Gains Strength

The Capesize market began the week on a positive note but weakened as activity failed to maintain momentum. The BCI 5TC started at $22,311...

Wind Propulsion Identified As Key Solution For Shipping’s Decarbonization

As the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepares for crucial climate talks in London from March 31 to April 11, a new report by marine...