EXMAR Launches World’s First Ocean-Going Ammonia-Powered Gas Carrier
Belgian shipping company EXMAR has marked a major milestone in maritime decarbonization by launching the world’s first oceangoing ammonia-powered gas carrier.
The vessel, built at HD Hyundai Mipo shipyard in South Korea, was officially launched...
Tsunami waves hit US shores after 8.8 magnitude quake strikes Russia’s far east
Tsunami waves have hit nations across the Pacific after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Russia’s remote east coast Wednesday local time, with millions of people urged to evacuate to higher ground.
The waves...
[Watch] Changing Tides Spotlights Shipping’s Resilience and Challenges
Ahead of the Shaping the Future of Shipping Summit 2025, Athens, Greece, the International Chamber of Shipping collaborated with maritime leaders including ICS Members, maritime professionals, and seafarers to produce the video titled, Changing...
Columbia Group Launches Innovative App to Help Prevent Collisions at sea
Columbia Group is confirming its commitment to innovative training with the launch of a mobile and web-based app designed to transform how maritime professionals engage with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea...
Bridge Navigational Safety: MCA Warns of Rising Collision Risks
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued a safety spotlight warning following several serious incidents involving collisions and groundings. These accidents, some resulting in fatalities and life-altering injuries, have been attributed to poor...
Box Freight Rates Continue to Slide Amid Oversupply & Weak Demand
Global container freight rates have dropped sharply from June peaks across major trade corridors.
Surging capacity and reduced demand—especially for U.S.-bound cargo—are driving the decline.
Despite the fall, rates remain above pre‑pandemic averages,...
Major US Shipping Firm Refuses to Transport EVs After Fire Incidents
A prominent American shipping operator has announced it will no longer accept electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrids for sea transport, effective immediately, reports SupercarBlondie.
The abrupt policy shift comes amid escalating concerns over the...
China Eyes Ports Deal Relief, But U.S. Tensions Cast a Long Shadow
COSCO Shipping may join CK Hutchison’s $22.8 billion global port sale to ease Chinese regulatory pressure.
The original deal drew criticism from Beijing for excluding Chinese interests in strategic ports.
U.S. resistance could...
Sea Cargo Charter Signatories Cut Emissions but Lag IMO Targets
2025 SCC Report Highlights Progress, But Gaps Remain.
Emission Intensity Drops as Data Transparency Improves.
Sea Cargo Charter Signatories Face Operational Challenges.
The Sea Cargo Charter (SCC), a global initiative focused on climate alignment...
Panamax Freight Soars as U.S. Targets China-Linked Shipping
P1A Route Jumps 143% as Charterers Shun China-Linked Vessels.
Proposed U.S. Sanctions Trigger Market Shift in Dry Bulk Shipping.
Chinese Vessel Participation Drops Sharply in Transatlantic Trade.
After a long stretch of stagnation, Panamax...