UECC Marks 35th Anniversary with Renewed Commitment to Decarbonization

The majestic full-rigged sailing ship Christian Radich provided a memorable backdrop for United European Car Carriers' (UECC) 35th-anniversary celebration on June 11, 2025, as...

China’s Chongqing Rises as Global Rail Hub Linking Asean, EU Amid Trade War Risks

Tuanjie Village, located in the heart of Chongqing, China's largest inland city, has rapidly transformed into a pivotal global logistics hub. Known traditionally for...

Hong Kong Convention and How to Obtain IHM Certification for Ship Recycling

The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (HKC) is set to enter into force on June 26,...

[Podcast] The Evolving Landscape of Ship Finance for Medium-Sized Players

While the global maritime industry comprises tens of thousands of individual shipowners, the vast majority of global seaborne trade is dominated by a relatively...

EU Envoys Aim to Break Deadlock on New Russia Sanctions This Week

EU diplomats expect to finalize the 18th sanctions package against Russia during this week’s summit. Hungary and Slovakia demand concessions on Russian energy...

Sefine Shipyard welcomes its first vessel into a massive new 360m floating dock

The new dock enhances capacity for large-scale ship repair and conversion projects. Marks a significant leap for Turkish shipbuilding competitiveness on the global...

Russia Launches First Arctic Transit of 2025 Amid Tougher Ice Conditions

Two nuclear-powered icebreakers escort the year’s first convoy through Russia’s Northern Sea Route (NSR). The convoy includes an Arc7-class LNG tanker and two...

Eco Engine Vessels Prove Their Worth in the Second-Hand Market

Eco Engine dry bulk ships command 5–12% higher resale value, especially in younger age brackets. Statistical t-tests confirm that the premium is significant,...

COSCO Unveils China’s First 16,000 TEU Methanol Dual-Fuel Boxship

COSCO SHIPPING delivers China's first 16,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ship, setting three major domestic industry milestones. The vessel integrates advanced methanol fuel...

Challenges In The Sale Of Hutchison Ports’ Overseas Terminals

The strategic sale of Hutchison Ports' overseas terminals to a powerful consortium comprising MSC/TIL and BlackRock/GIP is unfolding under complex geopolitical and regulatory pressures. Although...