ABS Backs Hanwha’s Remote-Control Breakthrough, Advancing FPSO Operations
ABS announced that it has granted an Approval in Principle for Hanwha Ocean’s new remote-control functions for floating production storage and offloading units. This...
Explosions Off West Africa Trigger Withdrawal From Russia-Related Shipping
A tanker sustained damage from four external blasts while anchored off West Africa.
The vessel’s operator announced it will stop all activities connected...
Black Sea Tensions Rise After Tanker Reports Drone Strike
A tanker carrying vegetable oil reported a drone strike near the Turkish coast, with all crew safe.
The incident comes after a series...
Armed Robbery Incident Reported in the Singapore Strait
One armed robbery incident was recorded in Asian waters between 25 November and 1 December.
This brings the year’s total in the Strait...
Red Sea Ceasefire: A Wait-and-Watch Moment for Breakbulk Shipping
Drewry reports that the recent ceasefire in the Red Sea has opened the door for container carriers to cautiously resume transits through the Suez...
ITF Adds Three New Flags of Convenience as Oversight Concerns Rise
The International Transport Workers’ Federation announced that Dominica, The Gambia and Niue have been added to its long-standing Flags of Convenience list. This update...
Q3 2025 Port Congestion Trends Shift Across Middle East, India and Africa
S&P Global Market Intelligence reports that port performance across the Middle East, India and Africa showed mixed but notable changes during the third quarter...
Tanker Markets Enter December with Stable Fundamentals Despite Softer VLCC Momentum
Breakwave Advisors reports in its latest weekly outlook that the tanker market is entering December with steady fundamentals, even as short-term trends shift. Key...
Maritime Intelligence Brief Warns of Rapidly Evolving Global Risk Landscape
The Maritime Intelligence Brief for 1 December 2025 underscores how quickly the global maritime risk environment is shifting across both traditional and emerging fronts....
Fire Risk Averted At Paradip Port After Smoke Detected From Coal Cargo
A potentially serious fire incident was narrowly avoided at Paradip Port on 29 November after thick smoke was detected from a vessel that had...
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Wire Rope: A Vital Component In Maritime Operations
Wire rope is an essential element in maritime operations, particularly for cranes used in lifting and transporting cargo. Its complexity and critical role as...
