Imabari’s Eco Giant Hits the Seas
Imabari Shipbuilding has completed the delivery of a new 64,000-ton handy-max bulk carrier named CORAL HALO from its Shin Kasado Dockyard, reports Container News.
This modern vessel is designed to support a wide range of...
Blank Sailings Limited as Freight Rates Decline Across Major Trades
The majority of Cancellations on Transpacific Eastbound Routes.
US Tariff Cut Pulled Forward Peak-Season Demand.
90-Day Tariff Extension Limits Further Cargo Spikes.
In the major East–West trade routes, out of the 723 sailings scheduled...
US and UK Tighten Sanctions on Iran Over Oil and Shipping Networks
Washington targets shipping firms and oil tankers.
Greek national Antonios Margaritis named in network probe.
China-based operators penalised for handling Iranian crude.
The United States and the United Kingdom have rolled out a fresh...
Burn to Arm from Contact with Tumble Dryer
The Marine Safety Forum has issued a safety alert in which a crew member sustained a minor burn. The case highlights the risk of high surface temperatures and reinforces the importance of allowing machines...
NORDEN Strengthens Global Freight Operations with Vessel Changes
NORDEN has sold a Supramax and purchased a Japanese-built Panamax to optimize its fleet.
The new Panamax is an 85,000 dwt wide-beam vessel with high grain capacity and shallow draft.
Scheduled to join...
DP World and ITOCHU Sign MoU to Unlock New Opportunities in Africa
ITOCHU and DP World signed an MoU to expand strategic collaboration in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The alliance will focus on logistics, fleet management, port development, and consumer goods distribution.
DP World has invested over...
Dry Bulk Fleet Outlook Shaped by Slower Ordering and Trade Shifts
Dry bulk carrier newbuilding contracts fell 63% y-o-y in Jan–Jul 2025, with owners cautious amid high costs and regulations.
Capesize orders lead activity, while Panamax and Handysize segments remain quiet due to young...
IMO Net-Zero Proposal Faces Opposition from Washington and Riyadh
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have rejected the IMO’s proposed Net-Zero Framework, citing cost and authority concerns.
Washington warned the plan could act as a “carbon tax” and undermine LNG and biofuel industries...
2024 USCG Report: Marine Casualties and Flag State Detentions on the Rise
A total of 1,806 reportable marine casualties were recorded in 2024 across 2,084 inspected vessels.
Material failure remained the leading cause of incidents for most vessel categories, while collisions were most frequent among...
Container Throughput at Port of Hong Kong Continues Decline in July
The Port of Hong Kong handled 1.079m teu in July, reflecting a decline of 6.5% compared to July 2025.
Drilling down into the figures the Kwai Tsing Terminals were not as adversely affected in July,...