Humanitarian Crisis at Sea: Ship Abandonment Cases Jump by Nearly 33%
The global maritime industry is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis, with a significant surge in cases of vessel abandonment. By May 2025, a startling 158 cases of vessel abandonment had been recorded, representing a...
The AI Paradox: How Shipping’s Decarbonization Tool Faces Its Own Environmental Footprint
The potential of AI to revolutionize operational efficiency across variousThe integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into various sectors, including shipping, presents a significant paradox: while AI offers potential solutions for reducing emissions and enhancing...
Fatigue Among Cargo Seafarers Rises Despite Rest Regulations
New Study Reveals Sleep Deprivation Challenges for Seafarers.
Cargo Ship Grounding Highlights Risks of Crew Fatigue.
Work-Related Anxiety Intensifies Sleep Issues for Senior Officers.
Work-related fatigue among cargo seafarers is on the rise, even...
Shipping’s Urgent Path to Net Zero
Fuel Flexibility Powers Maritime Decarbonisation.
Taking Action Now to Avoid Costly Delays.
Digital Innovation Drives Efficiency and Emissions Cuts.
Shipping plays a crucial role in global trade, handling more than 80% of the world’s...
Isle of Man Rolls Out New Fire Safety Testing Schedule for Ships
Comprehensive Fire Protection Check Schedule Issued by Isle of Man Registry.
New Vessel Fire Safety Rules Cover Monthly to Decade-Long Inspections.
Isle of Man Sets Strict Inspection Timelines for Onboard Fire Systems.
The Isle...
South Atlantic Grain Market Shows Strength as June Begins
Pacific Weakness Drives Vessel Influx into Atlantic.
Freight Rates Drop Despite Strong Cargo Volumes.
Soybean Shipments Begin Seasonal Decline.
As June rolls in, the South Atlantic grain market is looking pretty solid, thanks in...
Hong Kong Marine Department Issues Speed Limits for Vessels in Restricted Zones
Legal Reminder to Vessel Operators on Speed Regulations.
5-Knot Speed Limit Enforced in Designated Areas from 8 a.m. to Midnight.
Tolo Harbour and Surrounding Areas Restricted from July to September.
The Hong Kong Marine...
Portchain Connect Powers Smarter Berth Management at Barcelona and Valencia Terminals
APM Terminals Barcelona and Valencia have joined the Portchain Connect Network to improve berth alignment.
The integration reduces manual communication and supports faster Just-in-Time port calls, cutting waiting times by about two hours.
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Flex LNG Completes $175 Million Refinancing for Flex Courageous Vessel
Flex LNG completed a lease refinancing for the vessel Flex Courageous extending debt maturity to 2035, and reducing the cost of debt by about 1.5% per year.
This refinancing is the first of...
Berg Propulsion Guides MPCC’s Feeder Ships Toward Cleaner, Low-Carbon Shipping
MPC Container Ships and Berg Propulsion successfully collaborated to develop and integrate advanced propulsion systems on both vessels despite newbuilding challenges.
Berg helped design an optimized engine room layout and provided customized propeller...