[Watch] Before the Name: The Meaning Behind Ship Prefixes

You may have noticed that many ship names begin with a specific prefix. But do you know what these prefixes signify? In this video, Marine...

Taiwan to Tighten P&I Inspections from October 2025

Beginning October 15, 2025, Taiwan will implement a new shipowner liability insurance review system for all vessels entering or departing its ports, reports Safety4sea. Taiwan...

LISCR: COLREG Compliance in Traffic Separation Schemes is Critical

The Liberia Maritime Authority has issued a marine advisory to draw attention to recent navigational concerns raised by the Danish Maritime Authority regarding vessels...

Charting a Cleaner Course: The Future of Shipping to 2050

DNV’s latest Maritime Forecast to 2050 reveals that shipping’s energy transition is moving into a new stage, characterized by targeted investments, fleet readiness, and...

Drewry World Container Index Rises 3% This Week

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 3% to $2,044 per 40ft container this week. Detailed assessment for Thursday, 11 Sep 2025 The Drewry World Container Index (WCI)...

Mozambique Added to Expanding Fake Flag Fleet for Sanctioned Ships

Mozambique has emerged as the latest fraudulent ship registry for sanctioned tankers, with several vessels switching from other fake flags. The Marinegov.net network...

Korea Backs Arctic Shipping with Icebreaker Funding

Task force and public-private committee to prepare for Arctic shipping routes. Exemptions sought for AI-powered autonomous ship technology development. Smart port test bed...

Maritime Leaders Unite to Advance Electrification and Battery Innovation

Agreement sets framework for joint research on batteries and electrification. ABS highlights the safety and efficiency benefits of electrification. University of Michigan sees...

New Study to Assess Diabetes Management Among Seafarers

A UK-led study will monitor insulin-treated seafarers and fishers using continuous glucose monitoring devices. Researchers aim to recruit 50 participants within the first...

US Container Trade Outlook – Tariffs Weigh on Shipping Rates

Container shipping rates from Asia to the US are set to decline as import volumes ease. A near-record summer peak reflects stockpiling ahead...