Collision in Western Scheldt Involving Inland and Container Vessels
On 30 May at approximately 14:15, the Belgium-flagged inland vessel Beringzee collided with the UK-flagged container ship Containerships Nord in the Western Scheldt, southwestern Netherlands.
Two crew members of Beringzee were thrown overboard...
Global Liner Performance Up, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd Top Performers
Sea-Intelligence has released Issue 165 of its comprehensive Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, providing an in-depth analysis of schedule reliability figures up to and including April 2025.
Methodological Adjustment
In April 2025, global schedule reliability for...
IMO’s Net-Zero Push Faces Financial Headwinds and Implementation Complexities
Maritime executives attending an industry event on June 2, 2025, voiced significant concerns about the shipping sector's struggle to meet stringent international regulations on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. They emphasized that this ambitious transition...
East and West Africa Crude Tanker Markets Face Bearish Sentiment and Reduced Inquiry
The crude tanker market indeed experienced a "disappointingly weak first quarter" in 2025, failing to see the strong winter market many had anticipated. While there were signs of a rebound in Q2, as of...
Humanitarian Crisis at Sea: Ship Abandonment Cases Jump by Nearly 33%
The global maritime industry is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis, with a significant surge in cases of vessel abandonment. By May 2025, a startling 158 cases of vessel abandonment had been recorded, representing a...
The AI Paradox: How Shipping’s Decarbonization Tool Faces Its Own Environmental Footprint
The potential of AI to revolutionize operational efficiency across variousThe integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into various sectors, including shipping, presents a significant paradox: while AI offers potential solutions for reducing emissions and enhancing...
Fatigue Among Cargo Seafarers Rises Despite Rest Regulations
New Study Reveals Sleep Deprivation Challenges for Seafarers.
Cargo Ship Grounding Highlights Risks of Crew Fatigue.
Work-Related Anxiety Intensifies Sleep Issues for Senior Officers.
Work-related fatigue among cargo seafarers is on the rise, even...
Shipping’s Urgent Path to Net Zero
Fuel Flexibility Powers Maritime Decarbonisation.
Taking Action Now to Avoid Costly Delays.
Digital Innovation Drives Efficiency and Emissions Cuts.
Shipping plays a crucial role in global trade, handling more than 80% of the world’s...
Isle of Man Rolls Out New Fire Safety Testing Schedule for Ships
Comprehensive Fire Protection Check Schedule Issued by Isle of Man Registry.
New Vessel Fire Safety Rules Cover Monthly to Decade-Long Inspections.
Isle of Man Sets Strict Inspection Timelines for Onboard Fire Systems.
The Isle...
South Atlantic Grain Market Shows Strength as June Begins
Pacific Weakness Drives Vessel Influx into Atlantic.
Freight Rates Drop Despite Strong Cargo Volumes.
Soybean Shipments Begin Seasonal Decline.
As June rolls in, the South Atlantic grain market is looking pretty solid, thanks in...