DNV GL launches new certification in infection prevention for the maritime industry While DNV GL may be best known as a maritime classification society, it provides certification services across a broad range of industries, notably including healthcare. Now it is drawing on its healthcare
First fully electric inland vessels to sail with new energy system this year Wärtsilä has joined a key partners to form Zero Emission Services B.V. (ZES), a Netherlands-headquartered enterprise aimed at making European inland waterway shipping more sustainable. The other founders of ZES are ING
Treasury designates four tanker companies for breaching Venezuela sanctions Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated four companies for operating in the oil sector of the Venezuelan economy. Additionally, OFAC identified four vessels as
VIDEO: Greenbrier delivers 204,000 barrel ATB barge to OSG Overseas Shipholding Group Inc. (NYSE: OSG) reports that it has received delivery of the OSG 204, a 204,000 barrel capacity ATB tank barge from Greenbrier Marine a division of the Greenbrier Companies
Skuld sells Lloyd's syndicate to run-off specialist Move marks the final chapter in P&I attempts to get into the Lloyd's hull market, which has seen two International...
Four Greek-linked tankers blacklisted by US for Venezuela voyages The Trump administration continues to clamp down on shipping companies dealing with Venezuela. Four Greek-managed tankers flying Panama, Marshall Islands...
CMA CGM chief sets 2050 deadline for carbon neutrality French carrier aims to use 10% alternative fuels by 2023 and be carbon neutral by 2050 as it sets out...
Clock ticking for Europe to find a new regulatory framework for container shipping The EU's decision to renew consortia rules for another four years, and whether preparations should start for a different kind...
From the News Desk: Shipping's decarbonisation efforts are worryingly askew Decarbonisation remains the biggest challenge facing the maritime industry but there are well-founded concerns that not enough shipowners are taking...
Standard set for smart containers to exchange information The first of three Internet of Things standards has been released to aid container connectivity
Seadrill posts $1.6bn loss, will drop New York listing The rig operator will remain on the Oslo Stock Exchange. It suffered a $1.2bn impairment and 19% fall in revenue...
Surge in Asia LNG derivative trades The pricing agency responsible for Asia's LNG benchmark price assessments has launched a new tool amid dramatically higher derivative trading...
Standard cuts management contract with Charles Taylor 'We believe that this new model will strengthen the club's governance to their long-term benefit' - Standard chief Jeremy Grose
Ports urged to accelerate pace of digitalisation Shipping organisations produce call to action for renewed focus on ship-port-hinterland interactions
Zim launches express transpacific service aimed at eCommerce deliveries The coronavirus outbreak has led to increasing cargo from eCommerce deliveries
Daily Briefing Free to read: Container vessel orders fall to lowest in a decade | Carriers take tentative steps to increase capacity...
Looming winter of discontent for LNG Demand is likely to only inch up this winter in the northern hemisphere before another dismal summer next year, Wood...
Hapag-Lloyd delays bunkering plans due to coronavirus disruption Moves come as the coronavirus backdrop has disrupted the global supply chain and world trade, thereby forcing container shipping lines...
Cosco Shipping reshuffles senior management Wang's predecessor Sun Jiakang has retired from the company
Transportation Infrastructure Partners acquires US terminal CMT's deepwater port, storage facilities, access to major rail and highway routes, and highly efficient operations combine to provide the...
Braskem America plans export facility in South Carolina Braskem America chief executive Mark Nikolich highlighted the site's 'excellent access' to national rail and highway networks, saying it 'significantly...
US sanctions target Greek tankers loaded with Venezuelan crude Trump administration seeks to squeeze crude exports from Venezuela.
Marine industries' contribution to US economy swells 'Blue economy' provides about $373 billion of nation's gross domestic product
No letup in volatility for air cargo market The airfreight market is a volatile conundrum. Overall, demand is down. But with few planes flying these days and everyone wanting a face mask, good...
Freight forwarder reports 28% growth in spite of pandemic International Freight forwarder Eternity México's revenue rose 28% during the first quarter thanks to its digital freight tracking platform, officials said.
Airlines fight to exit 'intensive care' June is supposed to be the heavy travel season, but instead of operating full planes, airlines are busy trying to save their financial lives.
DCSA provides education on 'smart containers' Digital Container Shipping Association establishes internet of things standards for connectivity
Crude prices creep higher on OPEC+ extension optimism Russia has indicated it supports at least extending the reductions by one month through July.
Mercuria CEO sees oil price upside over $40/b if OPEC+ extends cuts Potential faster-than-expected rebound in demand could play key role.
Brazil's Petrobras may limit crude oil exports to rebuild stocks: CEO Move to rein in sales came despite record-setting shipments in the first five months of 2020.
Bunkering body eyes spread of bunker licensing systems at hubs Advocates of the system say it provides a more consistent standard of service.
Glander International Bunkering expands North America reach with CANDEN merger The new office, located in Montreal, will be Glander's second location in North America.
Singapore's first LNG bunkering vessel launched in China The 7,500 cu m vessel was launched at the Keppel Nantong shipyard in China.
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