IMO and EU Launch “Future-Ready Shipping In Africa” To Accelerate Maritime Decarbonization And Digitalization
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the European Union (EU) have jointly launched the “Future-Ready Shipping in Africa” project, a major initiative aimed at guiding African nations toward a greener, more digitally advanced maritime...
Third Russia-Linked Oil Tanker Suffers Explosions at Sea
A tanker anchored off the coast of Dakar, Senegal, experienced a series of explosions in the early hours of November 27, reports Reuters.
According to the vessel’s operator, four external blasts struck the ship, causing...
IMO Successfully Elects 2026-2027 Council
The 34th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly has announced the election of 40 Member States to the IMO Council for 2026–2027.
2026-2027 IMO Council elected
The Council is the executive organ of IMO...
VLCC Market Overheats: Analysts Fear an Oversupply Storm
The VLCC market is currently experiencing an exceptional upswing, with spot freight rates frequently surpassing six-figure daily earnings. This momentum has been fuelled by rising crude supply from OPEC+ nations and heightened stocking activities...
MOL & Partners Launch New Standard Design for CO₂-Saving Ships
Seven major Japanese shipbuilding and shipping companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to create a shared “standard design framework” for liquefied CO₂ carriers and alternative-fuel vessels using the unified platform MILES Co., Ltd.,...
Free-fall Lifeboat Injures Crew During Routine Check
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) released an investigation report regarding a free-fall lifeboat that was accidentally released during a routine safety check, causing it to drop into the water with the crew...
Greece Unveils Modern Port Playbook as U.S. Interest Rises
Greece has introduced a new model for developing port infrastructure and expects an inflow of investments from the United States in the near future, according to an interview by Minister of Shipping and Island...
Dominican Republic Maintains Heightened Health Controls at Ports
Authorities Strengthen Surveillance and Inter-Agency Coordination.
Vector Control Intensified in and Around Port Facilities.
Shipboard Inspections Target Sanitary and Mosquito Risks.
With dengue cases still on the rise in parts of the Caribbean, the...
Singapore Strait Boardings Fall After Crackdown but New Risks Emerge
Direct Engagement with IMP Boosts Law Enforcement.
CCTV Evidence Leads to Arrests of Two Criminal Gangs.
Enhanced Patrols Drive Sharp Decline in Incidents.
From 2019 to 2024, the Singapore Strait averaged about 4.35 reported...
Global Maritime Leaders Push Forward After Net Zero Framework Delay
Sutton urges the industry to carry on and refocus.
Ali and Osman say the 12-month delay allows better dialogue.
Leaders stress the need for strong multilateral cooperation.
At the Global Maritime Forum Annual Summit...