Amon Maritime Secures Enova Grants for Ammonia-Fueled Bulk Carriers
Enova awards NOK 298 million for three ammonia-fueled vessels.
Kamsarmax newbuilds target zero-emission deep-sea shipping.
Vessels designed for the EU steel industry decarbonisation.
Amon Maritime has just received a significant boost with investment grants...
Oil Rises as Trump’s Venezuela Blockade Stokes Uncertainty
Tanker restrictions linked to Venezuela raised supply risk concerns
Geopolitical tension outweighed weak demand signals
Falling inventories added short-term price support.
Oil prices moved higher mid-week as fresh geopolitical action increased uncertainty around seaborne...
Samsung Heavy Wins Contract to Build Two Crude Oil Tankers
Samsung Heavy Industries has signed a contract to build two crude oil carriers on a full-ship basis.
This marks the second full-ship order with HSG Sungdong Shipbuilding Co. in recent months.
The cooperation...
What to Expect in 2026: Navigating Cargo Risk with Confidence
Supply chain disruptions are expected to persist and intensify in 2026, increasing cargo-related risks.
Geopolitical uncertainty, cyber threats, and tariff-related losses are emerging as major concerns for cargo owners.
Demand for advanced cargo...
Smoother Sailing For Dry Bulk Market In 2026, But Some Swells Remain
The dry bulk market is expected to improve modestly in 2026 as geopolitical pressures ease.
Stabilising trade policies and reduced tariff uncertainty are supporting stronger market sentiment.
A large newbuilding delivery wave and...
Freightos Weekly Update: Ocean Freight Rates Steady Despite Rising Overcapacity
Asia–Europe container rates remain well above October lows despite growing overcapacity.
Early pre-Lunar New Year demand is supporting recent GRI increases.
Red Sea insurance risks continue to delay full route resumption.
Transpacific rates...
Panama–Europe Green Shipping Corridor Study Launched
A feasibility study will assess a green shipping corridor between Panama and Southern Europe
Focus is on low- and zero-emission fuels for long-haul container trade
Findings are expected by April 2026
A new feasibility...
Storm Emilia Turns Short Ferry Crossing into Ordeal In The Strait of Gibraltar
Severe weather caused by Storm Emilia transformed what is normally a one-hour ferry journey between southern Spain and the Spanish enclave on the north coast of Africa into a night-long ordeal. Violent seas in...
IACS C92 Advances Safe Decarbonisation, Digital Transformation, And Quality Standards
The 92nd Council meeting (C92) of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), held in London, marked significant progress in maritime decarbonisation, safe digital transformation, and the evolution of Common Structural Rules (CSR). The...
Safe Handling Of Class 3 Dangerous Goods Flammable Liquids
Class 3 dangerous goods consist of flammable liquids that can ignite easily and pose serious risks during storage, handling, and transport. Improper management of these substances can lead to property and cargo damage, personal...









