Recent Rains Boost Rhine Water Levels, Enabling Increased Cargo Capacity
Recent rainfall has led to improved water levels on the River Rhine in Germany, allowing cargo vessels to increase their loads and alleviating some of the shipping challenges experienced in June and July.
Improved Water...
India’s Merchant Shipping Bill to Enforce Upfront Disclosure of Maritime Service Charges
In a significant legislative initiative to transform India's maritime logistics, the Merchant Shipping Bill is currently under debate in the Lok Sabha. This bill aims to legally mandate transparency in service charges levied by...
Bahamas Maritime Authority Intensifies International Marketing, Targeting Key Shipping Hubs
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is actively expanding its global presence as a leading maritime registry through international marketing efforts, notably targeting Greek shipowners and strengthening its ties with China.
Bahamas Preferential Maritime Agreement with...
VLCC Freight Market Weakens Under Vessel Abundance and Subdued Oil Prices
The VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) freight market has shifted back to a charterer-led environment, reversing the slight upturn observed in mid-July. This change is driven by renewed pressure from charterers and an abundant...
Dryad Global Details Persistent Black Sea Mine Dangers and Escalating Cyber Warfare
Dryad Global's latest Maritime Intelligence Brief highlights a complex and evolving global threat landscape for maritime operators, characterized by the convergence of traditional kinetic threats and sophisticated cyberattacks.
Explosive Threats in the Black Sea
The Black...
Is The Ship Recycling Industry Ready For The Hong Kong Convention?
The ship recycling industry has long been associated with environmental and safety concerns, especially in major hubs like South Asia and Türkiye. However, June 26, 2025, marked a turning point with the enforcement of...
NAL Research, SGM Technology, And Tschudi Shipping Launch Resilient Maritime Navigation
In response to rising threats to global navigation systems, NAL Research, SGM Technology AS, and Tschudi Shipping Company have announced a powerful partnership aimed at revolutionizing navigation and tracking for the maritime industry.
This strategic...
Australia Paves The Way For Greener Ports With Maritime Recycling Risk Assessment Trial
In a major step towards sustainable maritime operations, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) have completed a ground-breaking Maritime Recycling Risk Assessment Trial.
Conducted in early...
“K” LINE Enhances Emergency Preparedness With Onboard Fire Drill In Thailand
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) recently took part in the “Fire Drill Exercise on Board 2025” at Laem Chabang Port, Thailand, to strengthen emergency response coordination and inter-agency collaboration.
Realistic Emergency Scenario Simulated
The drill...
UK-Backed Maritime Fuels Project To Upskill Workforce For Green Transition
A cross-sector consortium led by ship.energy, in partnership with DFDS, IBIA, and the University of Plymouth, has secured funding under the UK Government’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (Round 6).
The initiative, titled "Skills 4 Future...