The European Union is seeking agreements with flag states that would permit EU authorities to board and inspect the shadow-fleet vessels Russia uses to evade sanctions, according to the Foreign Policy Chief, Kaja Kallas,...

As December approaches, the market traditionally experiences a slowdown in container throughput, as shippers have already stocked up for the Christmas period and will focus on replenishing inventories in the first quarter, reports Baltic...

The United Seamen’s Service recognized Crowley mariners with honors at the 2025 Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS) Awards, reads an official press release. As one of the most prestigious ceremonies in the industry, the...

The Dubai Ports Authority, part of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), has announced the launch of the first smart system that utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to...

The Port of Oakland handled 182,879 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in October 2025, marking a 2.2 percent increase compared to September 2025. The month-to-month gain reflects steady full-container activity as global shipping continues to rebalance. Strong...

The Bahamas Maritime Authority reports the grounding and subsequent sinking of a tug. What happened On 25 March 2024, the Bahamas-flagged tug Heroic I departed Grand Bahama for Abaco with a loaded barge in tow....

As a newly listed shipbuilder, more details have emerged about Yangzijiang Maritime Development Co., Ltd.’s newbuilding plans. Maersk Tankers and Singapore’s Alpha Omega are participating in Yangzijiang Maritime’s joint venture shipbuilding projects in China. Yangzijiang...

The US ports sector is preparing for a tough year ahead due to tariffs, unpredictable policies, and declining consumer demand, which could reverse recent growth, according to a new report from Moody’s Ratings. Moody’s Warns...

IMO DCS & CII emissions data required by 31 March 2026. FuelEU reports due from January to April 2026. EU MRV data must be verified in THETIS by 31 March 2026. Shipping companies need...

Oil on water hits highest level since 2020. Floating storage rises but far below pandemic peak. IEA warns surplus could reach 4 mbd next year. Analysts are raising alarms about a growing oversupply as...