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Africa’s Battery-Metals Boom Triggers Potential Shift in Dry Bulk Flows

Safety4Sea reports that a rising battery-metals boom in Africa could quietly reshape global dry bulk trade flows as demand for strategic minerals grows rapidly...

China’s LNG Imports Set for a 13th Consecutive Monthly Decline

Bloomberg reports that China’s LNG imports are set to fall for the 13th consecutive month in November, reflecting a continued shift toward domestic production...

New Study Shows Filipino Seafarers Generated ₱1.06 Trillion for the Economy in 2024

  Filipino seafarers and the manning industry generated ₱1.06 trillion in economic impact in 2024, contributing around 4% of the country’s GDP. The sector...

Wärtsilä to Power SIPG’s New LNG Bunkering Vessel with Fully Integrated Systems

  Wärtsilä Gas Solutions will supply integrated cargo, fuel gas and reliquefaction systems for SIPG’s new LNG bunkering vessel. SIPG has already completed over 200...

2025 IMO Bravery Awards Recognise Extraordinary Courage at Sea

The IMO announced its 2025 “Bravery Awards,” recognising a first mate from South Korea with the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea...

Dry Bulk Market Holds Firm as Atlantic Demand Strengthens and Pacific Tightens

The latest Fearnpulse market update highlights a steady and resilient week for dry bulk segments, with the Capesize, Panamax, and Supramax markets showing a...

Tanker Markets Strengthen as Year-End Trading Adds Momentum Across Key Regions

Fearnleys reports in its Week 48 outlook that the tanker market continues to show firm momentum across several segments, with rising activity, shifting position...

Spike in Armed Robberies Highlights Persistent Security Risks in Asian Waters

Safety4Sea reports that ReCAAP ISC recorded three armed robbery incidents in Asian waters between 18 and 24 November. The events took place in two...

Greek Owners Reignite Newbuilding Momentum as 2025 Dry Bulk Contracting Hits Multi-Year Lows

Breakwave Advisors highlights that dry bulk newbuilding activity has seen a surprising revival in recent weeks, led by renewed interest from Greek shipowners who...

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority Completes Full Rollout of Centralized Scheduling System Across Entire Gateway

The port authority has rolled out its centralized scheduling system for commercial marine traffic in the Fraser River, at Roberts Bank, and English Bay,...