World’s First Hybrid Solar-Powered Inland Vessel
Dutch solar innovator Wattlab has equipped HGK Shipping’s cargo vessel Blue Marlin with a 192-panel solar energy system.
The installation makes Blue Marlin the world’s first inland shipping vessel capable of hybrid sailing...
Mastering LNG Cargo Operations: Key Strategies to Prevent Rollover
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is stored and transported at approximately -160°C in specialized vessels called LNG Carriers (LNG/C). Other types of vessels include Floating Storage Units (FSU) for storage and Floating Storage and Regasification...
ABS-Classed ECO Liberty Becomes First U.S.-Flag Plug-in Hybrid SOV
The ECO Liberty, the first Jones Act–compliant plug-in hybrid offshore wind service operation vessel (SOV) in the U.S., has been launched at the Port of New Orleans.
Built by Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO)...
A New Gateway to Europe: Małaszewicze Terminal Transforms Eurasian Trade
In an effort to enhance East-West freight flows, a new, state-of-the-art intermodal terminal is being developed in Małaszewicze, Poland. The project is being delivered under a "design and build" model, with construction expected to...
Valenciaport’s Traffic Surges in July, Capping a Strong First Half of 2025
In July, Valenciaport reported a positive trend in its container traffic, maintaining a pattern of growth seen in recent months. The port authority handled a total of 492,874 TEUs in July, and 3.26 million...
Strategic Investments Drive Port of Salalah’s Success as a Regional Hub
The Port of Salalah in Oman has reported a strong performance for the first half of 2025, showing significant growth in both its container and general cargo terminals.
Operational and Financial Highlights
The port's Container Terminal...
Navigating Digitalization: A Solution to Seafarer Fatigue and Paperwork
In a statement, Fabian Fussek, the Co-Founder and CEO of Kaiko Systems, highlighted the shipping industry's dependence on outdated, paper-based compliance methods. He warns that this reliance places a significant burden on crew members...
Oil Prices Fall As EU–US Talks Loom Ship Recycling Markets
Global oil and shipping markets remain under pressure as geopolitical negotiations, falling crude prices, and challenges in ship recycling weigh on trade sentiment. While oil prices dipped last week, the Baltic Exchange’s Dry Index...
Gibraltar Bunker Calls Show Mixed Trends In 2025
The Port of Gibraltar has reported fluctuations in bunker calls and vessel traffic this year, with a slight dip recorded in August but stronger activity in ship-to-ship (STS) transfers. The latest government figures highlight...
Interim Guidelines On The Carriage Of Biofuel Blends
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued Interim Guidelines (MEPC.1/Circ.917) to regulate the carriage of biofuel blends in ships. While these guidelines are not mandatory, they provide an important framework for flag Administrations and...