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a statement, Fabian Fussek, the Co-Founder and CEO of Kaiko Systems, highlighted the shipping industry's dependence on outdated, paper-based compliance methods.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...

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...

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...

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...

The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd. (SCI) has marked a milestone on the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day by inducting a Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), SAHYADRI, into its fleet. This strategic move is...

The Northern Sea Route (NSR) officially launched its 2025 summer navigation season with the arrival of the Chinese container vessel Newnew Polar Bear at the Russian Arctic port of Arkhangelsk. Operated by NewNew Shipping,...

Chinese shipowners have scaled back their newbuilding activity significantly in 2025, reducing orders by almost half compared to last year. Despite the slowdown, China remains the world’s largest ordering nation, reflecting both its dominant...

Do you know the science behind how a small-sized tugboat pulls a mega ship? This video will explore what are tugs, how many types of tugs there are, and why they are used. We will...

Seaspan Corporation has expanded its ambitious fleet renewal program with an order for twelve new 9,000 TEU container ships. The vessels will be built at Chinese shipyards, further strengthening Seaspan’s long-standing cooperation with the...

Samsung Heavy Industries Co. has clinched two orders worth a total of 2.1 trillion won (US$1.52 billion) to build six liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers for two shipowners in Oceania, reports Yonhap News Agency. The...