Import and export container volumes increased in June 2025, balancing a 5.46% drop in transhipments and keeping overall container traffic stable. Valenciaport processed 2.83 million containers in the first half of 2025 —...

Vertom Group has celebrated a significant milestone with the christening and launch of MV Vertom Tula, the ninth vessel in its innovative LABRAX series. The ceremony took place at Royal T Shipyards in Kampen...

The current landscape of ocean container shipping is being heavily influenced by two key factors: the formation of new carrier alliances and the continued disruption in the Red Sea. A recent webinar hosted by...

The UK government is investing a total of £30 million (approximately €34.4 million) in a new round of funding to support the decarbonization of the country's maritime sector and stimulate local economies. The announcement...

The dry bulk shipping market saw a mixed performance this week, with the Capesize segment continuing its strong rally while other segments experienced softening rates. Capesize The Capesize market remained firm and gained significant momentum in...

The global natural gas market remains susceptible to geopolitical tensions, a fact highlighted by recent events in the Middle East. While major energy chokepoints largely remained open, localized disruptions, particularly to Israel's gas exports,...

NorthStandard's "Mind Matters at Sea" is a comprehensive crew care program designed to support the emotional well-being of seafarers. The program aims to address the significant challenge of mental health issues in the maritime...

The global tanker market in Week 30 (ending 25 July 2025) showed a mix of stability, moderate gains, and significant declines across vessel types and trade routes. While the clean tanker segment remained largely steady...

Japan’s container exports to the United States dropped by 5% in June, marking the third consecutive month of year-on-year decline, according to the Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA). The total volume reached 51,468...

Japan’s NYK Group, one of the world’s largest shipping conglomerates, is adopting a phased approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transitioning from oil-based fuels to alternative marine fuels. With an ambitious target to cut...