Norway opts for U.K.'s Type 26 for its new frigates The Norwegian Government has selected the United Kingdom as its strategic partner for the acquisition of new frigates. The purchase of the British Type 26 frigates will be the largest single investment
FERRIES 2025: Passenger tech and cybersecurity risks Marine Log's 38th annual FERRIES Conference, taking place November 4-5, 2025, in Jersey City, N.J., across from Lower Manhattan will feature a panel discussion on "Passenger Tech, Shoreside Systems, and the Growing
USDOT withdraws $679M of offshore wind project funding The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) on Friday withdrew or terminated a total of $679 million in funding for 12 offshore wind projects that Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy characterized as
Patrick Terminals launches world-first automated rail terminal Patrick Terminals and NSW Ports have unveiled the Patrick Sydney AutoRail, a US$190 million investment that sets a new benchmark for container logistics. The facility is the first fully integrated and automated rail terminal of its kind anywhere in the world. It lifts rail capacity at the Sydney terminal from 250,000 TEU to more than one million TEU annually once fully operational. AutoRail is ex
CMA CGM takes delivery of fifth dual-fuel methanol vessel CMA CGM has taken delivery of the CMA CGM Mercury , the fifth vessel in its series of 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships capable of running on methanol. The newbuild was handed over at the Mokpo shipyard in South Korea and is part of a 12-ship rollout designed to accelerate the group's energy transition. By using green methanol, the vessels can cut emissions per container while maintaining flexi
Peel Ports Clydeport handles record wind turbine shipment Peel Ports Clydeport has received its largest-ever wind turbines at King George V Dock in Glasgow, following a £3 million investment in new infrastructure. The shipment, arriving on the BBC Raise from China, included six turbines with blades measuring 80.5 metres each, the biggest handled at the site to date. The components have since been transported to a wind farm project in Ayrshire. The miles
WestJet appoints new head of cargo operations WestJet announced the promotion of Sabir Ebrahim to Head of Cargo Operations, effective June 1, 2025. In his first 100 days, Ebrahim has already strengthened collaboration with colleagues and customers, driving efficiency gains and operational excellence. Described as collaborative, driven, and people-focused, Ebrahim oversees the smooth and effective delivery of cargo operations while ensuring t
PIL releases sustainability report 2024 Pacific International Lines (PIL) has published its Sustainability Report 2024, highlighting progress in embedding sustainability into its operations, culture, and long-term strategy. The report outlines key achievements in fleet renewal, emissions reduction, renewable energy adoption, community engagement, and governance. In his message, Mr. S.S. Teo, Executive Chairman, emphasized PIL's ongoing
Global schedule reliability slips in July after six-month rise Global schedule reliability fell in July for the first time since January, according to the latest Global Liner Performance (GLP) report from Sea-Intelligence. Reliability dropped 2.2 percentage points month-on-month to 65.2%. Despite the dip, performance remains stronger year-on-year, up 13 percentage points. Average delays for late vessel arrivals also worsened, rising to 4.68 days. Among carri
Goltens opens new service facility in Batam Goltens Worldwide has opened a new service workshop in Batam, Indonesia, strengthening its footprint in Southeast Asia. The facility will support shipowners and operators with repair, retrofit, and engineering services in one of the world's busiest maritime hubs. (From left) Chua Boon Chong, Managing Director of Goltens Singapore; Sandeep Seth, CEO of Goltens Worldwide; and Bayu Sukamto, Managing
Matson appoints three executives Matson has promoted three executives into new leadership roles as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen its operations and leadership team. Vic Angoco has been named Executive Vice President, Operations, and will be based at Matson's new corporate office in Walnut Creek, California. In this role, Angoco will oversee the company's network operations, including West Coast terminals, vessel o
Geopolitics reshapes ports growth rates The world's busiest shipping lanes are witnessing a dramatic reshuffling as ports across emerging markets capitalize on unprecedented growth rates, driven by geopolitical tensions, supply chain diversification, and strategic infrastructure investments
Ionic expands Orca AI Platform across entire fleet Greek shipowner Ionic has decided to deploy Orca AI's navigation and safety platform across its full fleet of crude tankers and bulk carriers. The move marks another key contract win for the maritime AI specialist. The Athens-based company operates eight crude tankers and 11 bulkers. Seven tankers already use the Orca AI system. Now, the company will install the technology on a newly delivered ta
Kongsberg Discovery rolls out passive acoustic tech Kongsberg Discovery is expanding the use of advanced passive acoustic technology worldwide, aiming to improve safety, efficiency, and environmental monitoring in offshore industries. The move follows the full integration of Naxys Technologies, the Bergen-based specialist acquired earlier this year. The technology acts as "ears in the ocean," providing continuous acoustic monitoring of subsea stru
September Issue of CN MAGAZINE - Out Now! The September edition of CN Magazine is here, bringing readers another month of exclusive insights, expert analysis, and the most important updates shaping the world of container shipping. This issue is highlighted by a one-on-one interview with Pankaj Khanna, CEO of Heidmar. Mr. Khanna discusses Heidmar's strategic move into the feeder container market, highlighting favorable market conditions,
Interasia signs contract for new container vessels Interasia has signed a shipbuilding agreement with Jiangsu YangziJiang Shipbuilding Group for six 2,900 TEU container vessels, with options for two additional units. The contract was signed on August 14, 2025, at YZJ's main office by Mr. Brendan Williams, Special Assistant to the Executive Vice President of Interasia, and Mr. Ji Hongfei, Vice General Manager of YZJ. The signing ceremony was atten
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Wallenius Lines adds two vessels Wallenius Lines has acquired the vessels m/v Don Juan and m/v Turandot , both of which will now sail under the Swedish flag. The move strengthens Sweden's maritime expertise and boosts the availability of vessels that can support society and the Armed Forces when required. m/v Don Juan The two ships join six others already in the company's fleet, forming part of Soya Group's growing commitment to
WR Logistics appoints new Managing Director for Germany WR Logistics has appointed Marc Fischborn as Managing Director for Germany, strengthening its presence in one of Europe's key logistics markets. He officially takes up the role on 1 September. Fischborn will oversee WR Logistics' operations across Germany, with a focus on project delivery and client relations in industries such as engineering, manufacturing, petrochemicals, and energy. He will al
Namibia tries to balance port ambitions with regional realities Namibia's maritime infrastructure is experiencing a pivotal moment as the country positions itself to become Southern Africa's premier logistics gateway
Shipping operators navigate East to India A strategic convergence of geopolitical shifts and economic opportunity is drawing the world's largest shipping operators to India's shores
Toll launches electric trucks at Woolworths Toll Group has introduced its first electric heavy truck for Woolworths' Primary Connect at the Moorebank Distribution Centre in NSW. More units are set to join the fleet, marking a step toward cleaner, quieter, and lower-emissions transport. The Volvo FM battery-electric truck will be supported by a 980kW EV charger, complementing the site's 3.8MW solar system. The rollout is part of Toll's US$6
Fugro scores ROV deal brace with Constellation Dutch surveyor Fugro has signed two three-year contracts with offshore energy services company Constellation to support deepwater exploration activities in the Campos Basin and the Equatorial Margin off Brazil. Fugro's work will involve deploying advanced ROVs aboard Constellation-managed vessels to carry out subsea equipment inspections, interventions, and a range of observation and survey activ
BW Offshore picked as preferred FPSO supplier for Equinor project in Canada Floater specialist BW Offshore has signed a head of agreement with Equinor confirming its selection as the preferred bidder for the FPSO unit for the Bay du Nord project offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Bay du Nord, Canada's first deepwater oil project, is operated by Equinor in partnership with BP and holds an estimated 400m ...
Keyfield snap up accommodation workboat for $18m Malaysian offshore vessel owner Keyfield International is expanding its fleet with the acquisition of a nine-year-old accommodation workboat from Carimin Petroleum. The Kuala Lumpur-based company has snapped up the Carimin Acacia in a deal, valued at RM76m ($18m). The Malaysian-flagged vessel has a nine-year operating history in domestic waters and meets specifications for local tenders, ...
Interasia in for up to eight boxship newbuilds Asian regional container operator Interasia Lines has returned to the shipbuilding market, signing a contract with Jiangsu YangZiJiang Shipbuilding Group (YZJ) for up to eight 2,900 teu vessels. The order includes six firm newbuilds and two optional units, marking Interasia's first collaboration with YZJ. Financial terms have not been revealed. The newbuilds are designed to ...
Carlyle moves into FPSO market with Altera acquisition Global investment firm Carlyle has agreed to acquire Altera Infrastructure's entire FPSO business, bolstering its footprint in offshore energy infrastructure. The deal, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, includes ownership of multiple FPSOs and an FSO, as well as a 50% stake in the Altera&Ocyan joint venture. The portfolio features key units such ...
Lomar taps pilot-assist tech for tanker trial Lomar's tanker unit, CB Tankers, has seen one of its chemical carriers fitted with Mythos AI's advanced pilot assistance system (APAS) as part of a year-long trial to test next-generation bridge intelligence in commercial shipping. The installation onboard the 2020-built CB Pacific marks the first deployment of APAS on a tanker and is being run ...
Dark fleet doubles down with false flags as regulators left chasing shadows The number of ships flying false flags brazenly around the world's shipping lanes continues to rise exponentially, with seemingly very little that regulators can do to clamp down on the scourge. Data from S&P Global as of a week ago shows there are now more than 370 vessels flying false or fraudulent flags, with 85% ...
Columbia sets up shipmanagement venture in Egypt Columbia Group has joined forces with long-term partner Pan Marine Shipping Services to establish a new shipmanagement venture in Egypt. The joint company, Columbia Pan Marine Ship Management Egypt, will act as Columbia's official office in the country, offering the full range of services provided by Columbia Shipmanagement and the wider Columbia Group. The move ...
Wallenius Lines adds car carrier brace Swedish shipowner Wallenius Lines has added two vessels to its fleet from Norwegian car carrier operator Wallenius Wilhelmsen. The Erik Nøklebye-led outfit has acquired the 1995-built 5,846 ceu Don Juan and Turandot for an undisclosed sum. The move is aimed at strengthening Sweden's maritime expertise while increasing the availability of tonnage that can support society ...
BW LPG India cashes in on ageing VLGC VLGC owner BW LPG has agreed to sell one of the older ships in its Indian venture as part of its ongoing fleet renewal programme. The New York- and Oslo-listed unit of Singapore's BW Group said its 52%-owned subsidiary, BW LPG India, has signed a deal to offload the 2008-built BW Lord for continued trading. ...
Yara takes on Navigator Amon ammonia carrier newbuilds Norway's Yara Clean Ammonia (YCA) has struck a long-term contract with Navigator Amon Shipping covering two ammonia-fuelled medium gas carrier newbuilds. The 51,000 cu m vessels will be equipped with dual-fuel engines and ice-class notation, providing year-round access to Northern Europe while enabling operations on renewable and low-emission fuels. YCA said the deal strengthens its ...
Equinor injects nearly $1bn into Ørsted amid Trump offshore wind crackdown Norwegian energy major Equinor is investing nearly $1bn of capital into Danish renewable energy company Ørsted, after the company came under pressure from the Trump administration's clampdown on offshore wind. Ørsted last month announced plans for a 60bn DKK ($9.38bn) rights issue to raise capital from existing shareholders as challenges for the industry continue to ...
19 seafarers stranded on UAE-owned shadow tanker The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is calling on maritime authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to act now to save 19 seafarers abandoned on a shadow tanker in the Gulf. The seafarers, 17 of whom are from India - with the remaining two from Bangladesh and Ukraine - are aboard the tanker, Global ...
New Brunei containerline debuts ASEAN service Warisan Shipping Line, a new containerline focused on the ASEAN trades and operating out Brunei, has launched a new Singapore Express Service connecting Singapore, Muara, and Kota Kinabalu, according to Linerlytica, an Asia-based container advisory. Warisan operates two dedicated container vessels with carrying capacities of 1,100 teu and 600 teu, respectively. The new service turns ...
Transocean to scrap five long-stacked rigs Swiss-based offshore drilling giant Transocean has decided to sell five of its stacked rigs. Transocean said it would be selling the rigs to third parties for either recycling or alternative use. The company will also sell certain assets primarily associated with these rigs. The rigs in question are the 2009-built Discoverer Clear Leader and Discoverer ...
Oceaneering scores $180m in subsea robotics deals with Petrobras Houston-based Oceaneering International has been awarded several subsea robotics contracts from Petrobras during the second quarter of 2025, following a competitive tender. The deals were secured by the company's Brazilian subsidiary, Marine Production Systems do Brasil (MPS). The anticipated aggregate revenue from the contracts is approximately $180m. Oceaneering will provide work-class ROV serv
Marcos hails Subic relaunch as Philippines seeks shipbuilding comeback President Ferdinand Marcos has declared the revival of the Philippine shipbuilding industry, pledging to "reclaim our rightful place among the world's great shipbuilding nations" as HD Hyundai Heavy Industries confirmed its restart of large-scale production in Subic Bay at a yard formerly owned by Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction. "In 2014 to 2018, we were ...
EU mulls decade-long fuel tax holiday for shipping European shipping companies look set to escape Brussels' green taxman for another decade, with a draft proposal circulating in the European Union this week showing negotiators want to postpone levies on marine fuels until at least 2035. The European Commission had originally proposed back in 2021 to bring shipping and aviation into line with other ...
Toxic resilience is a threat to maritime Martin Hedman, director of mental wellness practices at VIKAND writes for Splash today on the need for a collective detox. Toxic resilience. At first glance, it sounds like an oxymoron. Isn't resilience a good thing, especially in maritime work? It is, but only to a point. When the exceptional becomes expected, resilience shifts from strength ...
China's warming view of Russian gas won't unfreeze Arctic LNG 2 problems China's first-ever cargo from Russia's sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 plant last week looks like the start of a temporary unfreezing...
Explosion in Ukrainian port raises concerns for vessels in the Black Sea Ukrainian Navy said the incident was caused by the explosives that the Russian forces left
LNG lobby calls for lower emission factor ranking in new rules Rystad Energy has estimated the well-to-tank emissions of fossil LNG at 13.9 gCO2e/MJ, lower than previous estimates. The report found...
Advanced ro-ro cargoship design unveiled by Wallenius and Knud E Hansen partnership Shortsea ro-ro trades need new tonnage to meet not just capacity needs, but also demands for improved energy efficiency and...
Fires dominating 2025 major losses, Cefor warns Blazes are not just economic cost but threat to seafarer safety and to environment
Taiwan's Interasia Lines confirms new order for up to eight boxships New tonnage is scheduled to be delivered to the Wan Hai Lines-affiliated carrier in 2028
Unctad flags systemic policy unpredictability as structural threat to global trade As trade flows grow more erratic, Unctad highlights policy uncertainty - not tariffs - as the deeper disruptor. A new...
Boxship charter rates hold firm as carriers rush to secure tonnage Despite geopolitical pressures being faced by container line operators, charter rates show no signs of declining
Phased retrofits offer compliance path for ageing bulkers Study finds that small- and medium-sized ageing dry bulk carriers can meet tightening IMO emission standards without the need for...
HD Hyundai opens shipyard in the Philippines HD HHIP's investment has reached $130m and is projected to hit $230m by 2030. The Philippine government expects the start...
Two LNG bunker vessels ordered as Caravel Group and Celsius Tankers join forces Move comes as rising LNG bunker demand and wider ship-to-ship adoption are driving record newbuilding orders
The Daily View: A new sheriff in town
Vessel collision causes light oil spill off Singapore One crew member suffered minor injuries but both vessels remain stable while clean up and investigations continue. Navigational safety is...
Daily Briefing Systemic enforcement gaps let shadow fleet operate with impunity | Houthi targeting of Idan Ofer tanker highlights northern Red Sea...
Knight-Swift says it backs Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern deal Knight-Swift already partners with both UP and NS, so a combined transcontinental railroad would fit nicely into its existing service for shippers.
Ocean market in trans-Pacific arrives at spot pricing tipping point Ocean carriers are seeking to curb the sharp decline in spot rates in the run-up to next month's Golden Week holiday.
Dodd Fiori's passing harks back to a bygone era in US shipping The former NYK Line executive was a swashbuckling figure who epitomized an era of influential and charismatic US heads of European and Asian container lines - figures who dominated the US landscape with levels of authority that has long since given way to headquarter supremacy.
Vietnam air cargo exports jump on weaker China demand Air cargo capacity deployed on Vietnam-US routes nearly doubled in August on a year- over-year basis.
Marshall Islands moves quickly to strike Antonios Margaritis' broking firm from registry Registry 'forcibly annuls' companies hit with sanctions, spokeswoman says
US sanctions 'rogue' businessman linked to $300m oil smuggling plot Waleed al-Samarra'i orchestrated plot to mix Iranian and Iraqi oil cargoes in ship-to-ship transfers, Treasury claims
Greek newcomer seals five-year suezmax deal as period charters keep rolling Asyad Shipping has also fixed out one of its new VLCCs
Trafigura linked to charter deal for new Atlas tanker straight out of shipyard Swiss trader and Greek owner are said to have agreed further term transaction
Oil majors hail 99.8% take-up of new digital tanker vetting system Sire 2.0 will be developed further after what charterers' organisation says was successful first year
SEA-LNG spells out emissions chain for LNG bunkering ahead of key IMO meeting Rystad report finds more to be done upstream on CO2 and methane impact but downstream operations also a focus
Giant investor Carlyle strikes deal to buy Altera's entire FPSO fleet Disposal follows takeover of UK owner's shuttle tanker fleet by Angelicoussis Group
Shipbroker Lightship Chartering axes junior brokers at three shipping hubs Exits come in Greece, Denmark and Dubai as chief executive stresses the importance of performance.
Sinokor offloads VLCC for tidy profit as interest remains firm in older tankers Brokers report deal for 2007-built ship in the low $40m range
Cocaine gang foiled after tip-off over false wall in shipping container Police swooped after watching an apparently empty shipping container
Northern Sea Route transit traffic inches higher for 2025's first summer sailing quarter Crude oil flows from Russia to China account for over half volumes shipped, but container traffic is rising
'Clean slate': Auction of arrested dark fleet tanker to test US sanctions regime Gujarat High Court says offers must be in for ship by 10 September
World's largest oil tanker owner spreads global footprint as first-half profit slips Cosco Shipping Energy Transportation's bottom line fell 29%
Active Norden linked to Japanese product tanker newbuilds on long charters Danish company has been active in selling and leasing vessels this year
Lomar installs self-driving pioneer's AI pilot system on chemical tanker Collaboration aims to improve safety and decision-making
Interasia Lines inks orders for up to eight container ships in China Regional liner operator signs first deal with Yangzijiang
Russian Black Sea terminal suspends operations after oil spill from tanker Minor spill cleaned up at Novorossiysk facility, pipeline consortium says
Oystein Stray Spetalen gifts daughters control of $85m shipping investment firm after takeover Sophie and Jenny Stray Spetalen will control SD Standard ETC equally
Sanctioned Russian tanker detained over unpaid wages Russian seafarers' union says changes of owner, flag and insurer cast doubt on ability to pay crew
Sinokor offloads VLCC for handy profit as interest remains firm in older tankers Brokers report deal for 2007-built ship in the low $40m range
Norway's Yara charters Navigator Amon's dual-fuelled ammonia carriers Yara Clean Ammonia fixes 51,000-cbm gas carrier duo under long-term contracts
'Expendable assets': Sanctioned shipowner slammed over treatment of seafarers stranded at sea Unions claim seafarers have been on chemical tanker for up to 15 months
Fire warning issued as 'silver tsunami' of ageing ships raises red flag for Nordic insurers Insurers say older vessels are contributing to a rise in engine room fires
World's largest oil tanker owner spreads global footprint as first half profit slips Cosco Shipping Energy Transportation's bottom line fell 29%
Alafouzos tanker lifts first Syrian crude cargo for 14 years Kyklades Maritime vessel left Tartus on Monday, energy ministry says
'Significant equity upside' seen for bulkers as Fearnleys hikes target prices Bank sees 39% upside for dry bulk stocks
BW LPG India banks $61m on gas carrier as it accelerates fleet renewal BW Lord will be delivered to buyer this year
Onassis' Olympic Shipping re-enters busy charter market with VLCC deal Six-month contract reported for modern scrubber-fitted Greek tanker
Norway's Yara charters Navigator Amon's dual-fuelled ammonia carriers Yara Clean Ammonia fixes 51,000-cbm gas carrier duo under long-term contracts
Greek bulker and Vitol bunker tanker collide off Singapore Oil spillage reported in Monday incident
Seafarers 'stranded off UAE on sanctioned tanker' Unions claim seafarers have been on chemical tanker for up to 15 months
How shipping professionals can survive the rise of AI Rising star Amanda Xie unpacks how taking control of her own development has delivered a diverse and purposeful career
Ocean rates unchanged even as freight volumes decline While ocean container rates on the trans-Pacific were unchanged in the latest week, carriers are testing soft demand with general rate hikes.
Canada Post and union contract divide widens Canada Post and the mail carriers' union refuse to budge on contract talks.
Parcel carriers hike surcharges for busy holiday season New UPS and DHL surcharges will add delivery costs for customers during the upcoming peak season.
Private investor, South Korean conglomerate partner on U.S. maritime initiative U.S.-based Cerberus Capital Management and HD Hyundai of South Korea announced an investment partnership in the American maritime sector.
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