Hong Kong Convention Ushers in New Recycling Challenges for Shipowners
Lloyd’s Register has introduced a new webinar series to help shipowners and recycling facilities understand and meet the requirements of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of...
GTT And Hudong-Zhonghua Launch LNG Bunkering Vessel Innovation Project
GTT and Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding have initiated a joint innovation project aimed at enhancing the design and performance of LNG bunkering vessels. This collaboration focuses on boosting operational efficiency and cutting operating costs through technological...
Amon Maritime Launches Amon Bulk To Develop Ammonia-Fuelled Bulk Carriers
Norwegian shipping innovator Amon Maritime has launched a new venture, Amon Bulk, aimed at developing some of the world’s first large ammonia-powered bulk carriers.
Backed by a NOK253 million ($25 million) grant from Norway’s Enova,...
Port Of Los Angeles And Belmont Shore To Host Olympic Sailing at LA28
The Port of Los Angeles and Belmont Shore in Long Beach have been confirmed as the official sailing venues for the 2028 Olympic Games, marking a historic return of the sport to these iconic...
ABB to Power Nine Shuttle Tankers with Integrated Energy Systems
ABB will supply its Onboard DC Grid™ power system for nine newbuild shuttle tankers under construction by Samsung Heavy Industries for Brazil’s offshore market.
This is ABB’s largest-ever Onboard DC Grid™ contract in...
Essential Strategies to Ensure Discharge Compliance in China’s Coastal Waters
Huatai Marine has released updated compliance guidelines to help shipping operators manage water pollutant discharges in Chinese coastal waters.
The guidance outlines specific discharge prohibitions, regional regulations, and best practices for pollutants such...
Key Amendments And Progress From IMO MSC 110 Session
The IMO concluded its 110th session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 110) from June 18–27, 2025.
The session led to significant regulatory updates, new adoptions, and continued progress on emerging safety frameworks, impacting ship...
China Accelerates Green Shipping Transformation Under “Dual Carbon” Goals
China is making significant strides in green maritime transport, with over 1,000 clean energy vessels now in operation and cutting-edge dual-fuel ships entering service.
Landmark achievements include the delivery of COSCO SHIPPING Yangpu,...
ESS and Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Strengthening Maritime Energy Security
Maritime shipping, which moves up to 90% of global trade and a majority of fossil fuels, remains heavily dependent on oil-based fuels, exposing it to volatility and emissions regulations.
Electrification using energy storage...
Electronic Warfare Disrupts Global Shipping Amid Israel-Iran War
Nearly 1,000 commercial ships navigating near Iran are facing daily GPS interference due to escalating electronic warfare in the region, especially between Israel and Iran. This has raised serious safety concerns across critical waterways,...