Bunker Sales Surge in Singapore

Singapore's marine bunker fuel sales in July climbed to their highest in more than one and a half years, reports MarineLink. Bunker Sales Surge Sales at the world's largest refuelling hub for ships totalled 4.92 million...

Hutchison Puts Brakes on $23B Ports Sale Amid Global Tensions

CK Hutchison delays US$23B ports divestment to 2026, citing deal complexity. The net profit drops 92% due to UK telecom merger-related impairment. The underlying profit rises 11% as core operations remain solid. CK Hutchison...

Korea and U.S. Launch Strategic Shipbuilding Alliance

In a strategic move to bolster joint shipbuilding ties between South Korea and the United States, senior officials from HD Hyundai met with high-ranking foreign affairs figures to advance the Korea-U.S. “MASGA” initiative—“Make American...

LNG Heavies: Tackling Onboard Operational Challenges

LNG cargoes containing heavy hydrocarbons (C6+) are increasingly causing operational delays, equipment failures, and costly disputes for LNG carriers and LNG-fuelled ships. Even minute concentrations can freeze at -162°C, clogging pipelines, pumps, and...

Seatrium and Karpowership Expand Collaboration on Floating Power Projects

Seatrium to begin integration works in Singapore from Q1 2027. Scope includes mechanical, electrical, and pre-commissioning works. Three LNG carriers to be converted into FSRUs with advanced systems integration. Seatrium Limited has officially inked...

Everllence and MEYER RE Join Forces on Methanol Retrofit Solutions

Methanol retrofit packages offer cost-effective engine conversion. MEYER RE to help develop holistic retrofit concepts for entire ship systems. A holistic approach is needed to ensure seamless energy production. Everllence and MEYER RE have...

India’s Russian Crude Imports Fall on Sanctions but Trade Remains Resilient

Sanctions and EU price-cap rules add logistical inefficiencies. Shortage of non-sanctioned tonnage is the key bottleneck. 17 additional vessels are needed to restore full volumes. India's crude oil imports from Russia took a hit...

Xeneta: Container Spot Rates Hit 2025 Low as Capacity Surges

Far East–US West Coast spot rates fall to just above USD 2000/FEU, the lowest since late 2023. US East Coast and Mediterranean trades register sharp rate declines as capacity rises. 90-day US–China tariff...

Arrests in Singapore Strait Slash Vessel Robberies

Arrests by Indonesian Marine Police curb Singapore Strait robberies. 79 incidents in the first half of 2025, 11 more in early July before arrests. Bulk carriers most targeted, followed by tankers and container...

MABUX: Global Bunker Prices Under Pressure, LNG Holds Steady

All major MABUX bunker indices posted declines, with 380 HSFO, VLSFO, and MGO nearing key psychological thresholds. Scrubber spreads narrowed further across key ports, staying well below the $100 breakeven mark. LNG bunkering...