Russia’s LNG Exports Continue Despite Sanctions, Signaling Maritime Compliance Challenges
Reuters reports that another liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier has departed from Russia’s Portovaya LNG plant, a facility currently under U.S. sanctions, highlighting the...
China Launches Its First Dual-Fuel Methanol Bunkering Vessel in Zhoushan
Manifold Times reports that China has launched its first dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel at Zhoushan, marking a notable milestone in the development of alternative-fuel...
Global Shipping Faces Fragmented Emissions Regimes as IMO Delay Undercuts Consensus
Wärtsilä has warned that the postponement of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Net-Zero Framework opens the door to a patchwork of regional carbon-pricing systems,...
Iran Demands $170 Million Fine from Israeli Shipping Magnate for Seized Cargo Vessel
An Iranian judicial official in Tehran has announced a $170 million fine demand against the purported Israeli owner of a cargo vessel that was...
Ship Laden With Hazardous Cargo Stranded Off Philippines After Being Denied Entry At Port
A cargo ship is currently stranded off the coast of the Philippines carrying 23 containers of zinc dust contaminated with the radioactive isotope Cesium-137....
Capesize Strong for Forward Dates Amid Softening Panamax and Supramax Markets
The dry bulk shipping market segments reveal a mixed but generally softening trend, with Panamax and Supramax facing downward pressure, while Capesize shows healthy...
VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax Rates See Strong Upward Pressure
The crude tanker market shows strong sentiment and rising rates across all major tanker segments (VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax), driven by tighter tonnage supply...
NYK Line and Port of Duqm Partner to Advance Green Energy Hub in Oman
The partnership between NYK Line and the Port of Duqm Company (PODC) is a strategic collaboration to enhance the port's connectivity and promote sustainable,...
Tokyo MOU Adopts 2026-2030 Strategic Plan and Quarterly Publication of Company Performance
The Tokyo MOU's Port State Control Committee held its 36th meeting, making several key decisions regarding future joint campaigns, company performance publication, and the...
Japan Achieves World’s First Land-Based Test Of Marine Hydrogen Engines
In a major step toward maritime decarbonization, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Yanmar Power Solutions, and Japan Engine Corporation have successfully carried out the world’s first...



















