Hansalink 3 Project to Electrify Ports of Helsinki and Lübeck-Travemünde
The European Commission (EC) has awarded €22 million in co-funding to the Hansalink 3 project, an initiative specifically designed to enhance the vital maritime corridor connecting the Port of Helsinki in Finland and the...
Wilhelmsen Joins Battery Forum to Boost Maritime Electrification
Wilhelmsen Ships Service becomes the latest member of the Maritime Battery Forum (MBF), reinforcing its dedication to clean and electrified shipping solutions.
The company has a strong record in battery-related innovation, from Singapore’s...
Mukran LNG Terminal Proves Pivotal for German Energy Supply, Despite FSRU Contract Termination
Deutsche ReGas, Germany's private operator of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals, has announced a significant milestone at its "Deutsche Ostsee" energy terminal in Mukran, located on the German Baltic Sea.
Record-Breaking Performance
Ingo Wagner, CEO of...
Will West Africa’s Wet Season Sink Capesize Demand?
Bauxite exports from Guinea surged 37% year-on-year in 2025, overtaking coal as the second-largest capesize cargo after iron ore.
Seasonal monsoon rains may curb Q3 exports by 7 million tons, though impacts could...
Sudan’s Oil Export Recovery Supports Aframax Demand Amid Mixed Tanker Market Trends
Sudanese crude exports have rebounded to 11 million barrels in June after disruptions caused by civil conflict, supporting Aframax and Suezmax demand.
VLCC freight rates on the MEG–China route and broader dirty tanker...
Ships Found to Release Surprising Levels of Methane Emissions
Researchers found ship passages cause methane emissions up to 20 times higher in shipping lanes than in undisturbed waters.
These emissions are unrelated to ship fuel type and result from pressure changes and...
Europort 2025 Unites Global Maritime Leaders to Lead a Sustainable Future
Europort 2025 will focus on Energy Transition, Digitalisation, Ship Finance, and Human Capital to shape the future of maritime operations.
The event will feature expert panels, seminars, and networking opportunities to drive sustainable...
Lessons Learned: Serious Hand Injury During Routine Capstan Maintenance Task
This incident report is based on a safety flash published by the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), detailing a Lost Time Injury (LTI) that occurred during maintenance work on a capstan aboard a vessel.
What...
TMC Compressors Secures Contract for COSCO-Built Shuttle Tankers
TMC Compressors will supply marine compressed air systems for three shuttle tankers built by COSCO Zhoushan for KNOT.
Each Suezmax DP2 tanker, with a 154,000 dwt capacity, will be fitted with control and...
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Completes Full Acquisition of Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING has acquired full ownership of Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding as of June 30, 2025.
The acquired company has been renamed TSUNEISHI SOLUTIONS TOKYOBAY Co., Ltd.
The move builds on a capital alliance...