UK to become A Global Leader In Hydrogen

Energy consultancy Xodus has launched a new report urging a bolder vision to enable the UK to become a global leader in the adoption of hydrogen, says an article published in Splash 247. UK's...

Smaller-Sized Bulkers Daily Rates Exceed $30,000

The smaller-sized bulk carriers are gaining momentum, with rates pushing past $30,000 per day, says an article published on Lloyd's List. Baltic Exchange edged up SMALLER bulk carriers are continuing to gain momentum as...

Soft Skill In Maritime Industry, Why Do They Matter?

I am known for being vocal when something gets to me, and the shipping press is no different. The last few months I have been reading survey after survey talking about the future of...

Regulatory Support for Incentivising the Decarbonisation of Shipping

The shipping industry is under increased pressure to cut its carbon emissions, as part of a broader drive by governments and regulators to decarbonise the global economy and address the risks posed by climate...

Safe Bulkers Announces Charter Deal With Purchase Option

Safe Bulkers, Inc, in relation to its fleet renewal strategy, has entered into a twelve-month bareboat charter agreement, with Capesize says a press release published on their website. Scheduled delivery  With a down payment by the...

Yangzijiang Inks Deal Worth $1.58 Billion

China’s shipbuilder Yangzijiang Shipbuilding has secured contracts for up to 17 new buildings from Seaspan Corporation worth $1.58 billion in total, says an article published in Offshore Energy. New Orders The shipyard received orders for 10...

AMERICAS BUNKERS: Key Market Indicators Aug 2-6

Spot bunker pricing in the Americas registered a second consecutive week of increases with the aid of stable to heightened demand and bullish global oil prices. ICE Brent crude futures moved up 2.3% from...

Bibby Marine Bags Three-Year Contract With TotalEnergies

UK marine asset provider Bibby Marine has won a three-year contract with the Dutch unit of TotalEnergies for its 2017-built walk-to-work (W2W) vessel, says an article published in Splash 247. About the contract The charter encompasses...

Euroseas Announces New Long-term Charter Contract

Euroseas has sealed a new time charter contract for 2007-built 1,740 teu boxship EM Spetses, says a press release published on their website. About the time charter The charter is scheduled to commence this week, and...

Armed Men Hijack Tanker Off UAE Coast

According to Lloyds List Maritime Intelligence, a Panama-flagged ship has been hijacked by armed men in the Gulf of Oman and ordered to sail to Iran, reports BBC. What happened? Reports said that armed gang stormed...