Capesize Rates Holding Strong, But China’s Economy Poses a 5% GDP Risk
An uneventful fortnight in terms of cargo flow has reduced near-term activity, contributing to a decline in spot rate volatility.
Capesize Market and Outlook
Despite a recent quiet period, Capesize spot freight rates are holding at...
LNG Carrier Al Zuwair Delivered to QatarEnergy
The LNG carrier Al Zuwair was delivered on August 18 at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Ulsan Shipyard for deployment under a time-charter with QatarEnergy.
The vessel is the third of 12 LNG carriers...
Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Project Resumes Shipments Despite Sanctions
Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project has resumed shipments after months of inactivity, with tankers heading to Asia.
The project faces heavy US and EU sanctions, which have disrupted sales and forced reliance on...
International Regulations for Hazardous Materials on Marine Vessels
This notice outlines regulations and guidance for the management of hazardous materials on board ships, specifically focusing on Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) and fire-extinguishing media containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS). These rules apply to...
Sailing in the Shadows: The Problem of Fraudulent Ship Flags
A ship's flag is the symbol of its nationality and a sign of the country, known as the flag state, where it is officially registered. This flag is not merely for identification; it signifies...
The “Wait-and-See” Mentality: A Major Soft Barrier to eBL Adoption
While digital standards and legal frameworks are in place, only about 11% of bills of lading are electronic as of 2025. The goal is to reach 100% adoption by 2030, but progress is being...
Spontaneous Combustion of Soya Beans Sparks Fire at Anchor
The Swedish Club’s Casebook highlights a notable incident involving soya beans that self-ignited after several months at anchor. This case underscores the hidden risks of organic bulk cargoes when proper monitoring and ventilation are...
[Watch] Nuclear-Powered Cargo Ships: Possible?
In this video, Marine Insight explores the fascinating concept of nuclear-powered cargo ships. Could these innovative vessels revolutionize the maritime industry?
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Explosion Halts Vessel Traffic as Baltimore Port Channel Shuts Down
The Port of Baltimore’s main shipping channel was temporarily closed following a serious explosion aboard a bulk carrier early Tuesday morning. The incident, which occurred while the vessel was docked for cargo operations, prompted...
Eastern Shipbuilding Greenlit to Build Hybrid Ferries for Washington State
Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) has received the notice to proceed from Washington State Ferries (WSF) to build two 160-vehicle hybrid-electric ferries, with an option for a third, reports gCaptain.
This marks the first competitive...