Queen Mary Launches Denmark’s First Electric Tugboat

Denmark has unveiled its first electric tugboat, Svitzer Ingrid, named by H.M. Queen Mary in Copenhagen, marking a milestone in the country’s maritime...

Port of Long Beach Commits $100M+ to Zero-Emission Transition

The Port of Long Beach will invest $102 million under the SWIFT initiative to fund zero-emissions equipment, cleaner engines, and terminal infrastructure. The...

China Receives Third LNG Shipment From Sanctioned Russian Arctic Project

A third LNG shipment from Russia’s sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project has reached China, highlighting continued trade flows despite Western restrictions. The Zarya...

AI in Marine Insurance: Balancing Risk and Reward

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and is expected to transform the marine insurance sector, creating both major opportunities and challenges. AI-driven solutions...

[Podcast] Is Shore Leave Disappearing from Modern Shipping?

Shore leave has traditionally been a vital part of seafaring life, offering rest and recovery after long periods at sea. A recent ITF...

Lessons Learned: Cargo Damage from Ship’s Sweat During Long Voyage

A vessel carrying maize experienced cargo damage during a voyage from Mexico to Southern Africa. The incident highlights the risks associated with fumigation practices...

Shanghai Jinjiang Strengthens Position with Fleet Expansion and New Routes

Shanghai Jinjiang Shipping ordered two 1,182 teu eco-design containerships from Sumec Marine, with options for two more. Intra-Asian trade rose 4.2% year on...

Navios Maritime Partners Expands Fleet with $460m Containership Acquisition

Navios Maritime Partners is acquiring four 8,850 teu methanol-ready containerships for $460m. Deliveries are scheduled between late 2027 and early 2028. The company...

Global Container Trade Hits Record 16.57 Million TEUs in July 2025

Global container volumes reached 16.57 million TEUs in July, up 12% from 2023. Imports strengthened across all regions, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading at...

Lloyd’s Register and HD Hyundai Mipo Unveil 22K LNG Bunkering Vessel Design

Lloyd’s Register and HD Hyundai Mipo are developing a 22,000 CBM LNG bunkering vessel under a new Joint Development Project. The design aims...