Breakbulk: Call it a Comeback
As more vessels are scrapped and new ships are launched, industry analysts are forecasting a long overdue rebound in the breakbulk sector, says an...
Trade War Threatens Outlook for Global Shipping, Warns New Report
As the volumes across all segments is set to grow in 2018, shipping face a trade war uncertainty
Owing to the improved demand-supply...
Bahri Highlights Growing Presence in U.S. at Breakbulk Americas 2018
On October 4, In an effort to strengthen its presence in the Americas markets, co - Bahri, a world leader in the field of...
Genco Acquires Fuel Efficient Capesize and Ultramax Vessels
In September 2018, the Genco Shipping & Trading Limited has taken delivery of the Genco Defender and the Genco Liberty, two 2016-built 180,000 dwt...
Customers to Pay Up as Container Lines Seek Better Returns
Container Shipping is in oversupply since 2008 and has an operating margin of 3-4%.
Shipping rates are no longer below the cost capital...
Ship-breaking Yards in Party Mode
Increasing woes for the global shipping industry is a cause of concern for most, but one party has emerged as a clear winner -...
Cenotaph Honoring Hirano Maru Sailors Established by UK Group
On October 4, an unveiling ceremony was held in Wales, U.K., for a cenotaph honoring the sailors of Hirano Maru.
What happened?
In 1918, exactly 100...
Fuel Spill Feared as Cargo Ships Collide Off Corsica
On October 7, a cargo ship collided with a freight vessel near the French Mediterranean island of Corsica.
What happened?
The cargo ship 'Ulysse' collided with the...
Wärtsilä Marine Simulators for UK’s Largest Training Facility
A new training facility at Solent University’s Warsash School of Maritime Science and Engineering, in Southampton, England will be provided with a full scope...
Refiners, Shippers Face Uncharted Waters of Low-sulphur 2020 Rule
Fast forward to the IMO 2020 deadline, international shipping is looking at huge wave.
The refiners and manufacturers are holding their cards...