GMF Report: Kenya Positioned to Lead Zero-Emission Fuel Production

A new report by the Global Maritime Forum (GMF) highlights Kenya's significant potential to become a leader in the production of zero-emission fuels, also...

“K” LINE and Havstjerne Partner to Advance CO2 Transport and Storage in Norway

In a new partnership, “K” LINE ENERGY SHIPPING (UK) LIMITED (KLES) and Havstjerne ANS (HANS) have teamed up to advance carbon capture, utilization, and...

Vopak Divests Barcelona Terminal to Focus on Strategic Assets

In a recent business move, Vopak Terquimsa, a joint venture with a 50% stake held by Vopak, has sold its Barcelona terminal to Tradebe...

C&SD Reports Decline in Hong Kong’s Port Cargo and Container Throughput in Mid-2025

Based on the statistics released by the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) for the second quarter and first half of 2025, here is a...

IMO Sets 2027 Start for Shipping Emission Pricing Framework

Shipping Industry Responsible for 85% of Maritime GHG Emissions. Net Zero by 2050 Requires Urgent Global Collaboration. IMO Pushes for Stronger Climate Action...

Nigeria Oil Output Rises to 1.71m bpd as India Demand Grows

Production is still below the 2025 budget target of 2.06m bpd. Bonny terminal lifts 8.07m barrels, Forcados at 9.04m barrels. Dirty oil exports...

DGS Blacklists 86 Foreign Vessels to Protect Indian Seafarers’ Rights

Ships found operating without valid P&I insurance and key documents. The Indian crew faced unpaid wages, unsafe conditions, and detention. Investigations reveal repeated...

Global Marine Insurance Premiums Reach Record $40bn as Growth Slows

Growth slows sharply from 2022 and 2023 levels. Cargo remains the top segment with a 56.7% share. Europe loses ground as Asia drives...

West P&I Club: Key Considerations for Zinc Tank Coatings

In a new loss prevention bulletin, Emma MacCarthy, Loss Prevention Officer, West P&I, in collaboration with RR&CO provides guidance on cargo tank coatings for...

Russian LNG Tanker Leaves Chinese Port Carrying Sanctioned Cargo

A Russian tanker carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project has departed a Chinese port, according to Reuters. The tanker,...