Unsecured Lifeline Leads to Fatal Fall on Bulk Carrier
The Republic of the Marshall Islands Office of the Maritime Administrator has released its casualty investigation report on the ASTERIS, a bulk carrier involved in a fatal accident in April 2024. The report examines...
“No One Left Adrift”: IMO Champions Seafarers’ Rights and Gender Equality
From September 1–3, 2025, Manila hosted a landmark international conference titled “No One Left Adrift: Seafarers at the Cross Currents of Commerce, Conflict and Change.” The event brought together senior government officials, maritime leaders,...
Singapore Named Best Global Seaport and Best Seaport in Asia
The Port of Singapore has been named the “Best Global Seaport” and “Best Seaport in Asia” at the Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain Awards in Hong Kong on Sept 3.
It was the fourth...
Spot Rates Steady, But Cracks Show in Global Container Trade
The latest Xeneta weekly update reveals a complex shift in container shipping rates across key trade lanes. From the Far East to U.S. coasts, average spot rates remain relatively steady compared to earlier in...
Pressure Mounts as West Tightens Grip on Russian Crude
In its latest Tanker Market Report, Gibson Shipbrokers highlights mounting pressure on Russian crude exports as Western countries intensify sanctions and impose fresh tariffs.
Tanker market disruptions
Western powers, led by the EU and G7, have...
Greek Tankers Steer Clear as G7 Tightens Russia Price Cap
EU, UK, Canada seek to limit Russia’s oil revenues
Greek ships exit Russia in droves amid sanction risks
US position leaves opening for shadow fleet operators
Greek companies led an exodus of G7-linked crude...
Kongsberg to Equip India’s First Electric Tug
Project marks world’s first full electrical tug integration.
Contract awarded by Mandovi Drydocks and Ripley Group.
The package includes thrusters, ESS, automation, and digital systems.
Kongsberg Maritime has just inked a deal to provide...
LR Unveils Risk-Based Fire Safety Notation for Container Ships
Risk-based approach enhances fire safety assessment at sea.
Guidance provided for shipowners, designers, and operators.
First application of ShipRight RBC to container ship fire safety.
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has rolled out a new risk-based...
Trump Presses Europe to End Russian Oil Purchases
The EU plans to phase out Russian energy imports in full by 2028.
Most European states ended crude and fuel imports in 2022–23.
Trump calls for economic pressure on China over its ties...
DNV Charts Path for Ammonia as Future Marine Fuel
A two-phase pathway is outlined for ammonia adoption.
An initial fleet of ammonia-fuelled vessels is proposed.
Scale-up phase to include global infrastructure and IMO rules.
DNV has recently released an insightful report titled "Ammonia...