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Trafigura Signs for More VLCC Newbuilds from China

Trafigura, one of the world’s largest metal and mineral traders, has placed an additional order for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) with New Hantong...

Iranian Oil Held at Sea Hits Most Since ‘23 as China Demand Lags

The amount of Iranian crude held on tankers at sea has swelled to the highest in two-and-a-half years, reflecting slower demand from top buyer...

Ukraine Strike Kills One, Injures Three in Russia’s Rostov Region

Three people were killed and at least 16 injured in a major Ukrainian drone attack on southern Russia overnight on 25 November, with residential...

Port Houston Posts 12% October Tonnage Growth

Port Houston’s public terminals handled 4,603,295 short tons in October, an increase of 12% for the month and 6% year-to-date, according to the authority. Container...

Lessons Learned: Collision at Anchorage

The Nautical Institute reports a collision incident at an anchorage. The Incident A tanker was at anchor outside a traffic separation scheme (TSS) awaiting instructions. The...

[Watch] How A Container Ship Secures Containers?

This 3D animation explores the ingenious design of container ships, showcasing how they securely transport cargo. It details container stacking and securing methods, from...

Mediterranean MoU Flags Rising PSC Risks as 1,290 Detainable Deficiencies Surface in 2024

The Mediterranean MoU reported in its latest Port State Control Annual Review that detention figures rose sharply in 2024, marking a significant shift in...

Bagamoyo Port Revival: Tanzania Set to Break Ground After a Decade of Delays

Tanzania’s government announced that construction of the long-delayed Bagamoyo Port will begin in December, marking a major restart for a project stalled for more...

MISC Group Pushes Forward Energy Transition with Dual-Fuel Newbuilds

MISC Group has ordered two LNG dual-fuel Suezmax vessels, advancing its clean energy transition strategy. With this addition, MISC now achieves dual-fuel capability...

Australia Moves to Update Fire Safety Standards for Domestic Commercial Vessels

Australia’s maritime safety authority announced a new proposal to update the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part C4 — a key framework that...