Marine Log hosts record-attendance Top Women in Maritime Celebration in New Orleans Marine Log hosted its annual Top Women in Maritime Celebration on December 2 at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans, drawing nearly 300 attendees-up from 225 last year-for an evening recognizing
Cook Strait ferry project marks a milestone Ferry Holdings, which took responsibility for New Zealand's Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Work Program on April 1 this year, has now signed a shipbuilding contract with China's Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) for
HD Hyundai in move to establish new shipyard in Tamil Nadu, India South Korean shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai has signed a strategic and comprehensive partnership agreement with the Tamil Nadu state government on the establishment of a new shipyard in India. HD Hyundai notes
VIDEO: MinRes picks Schottel propulsion for giant Onslow Iron project ATBs Australian mining services company Mineral Resources Limited (MinRes) has selected Schottel solutions for barges and tugs serving its Onslow Iron project, which is unlocking billions of tonnes of previously stranded iron ore
Final Sale Notice takes center stage on latest Listen Up! podcast The implications of December's offshore oil and gas lease sale for the maritime industry were the focus of the latest episode of Listen Up!, the podcast from Marine Log. In this episode,
Jan De Nul commissions new crane simulator for offshore wind farm installation This month Jan De Nul will commission two high-tech simulators at its Aalst, Belgium office, one a crane simulator for offshore wind farm installation, the other a simulator for cutter suction dredge
Scania's next-gen marine engine makes its North American debut Introduced to the North American market at the International Workboat Show, Scania's Next Generation 13-liter marine engine can deliver up to 30% more power and up to 8% lower fuel consumption than
DECEMBER 5, 2025
New IMO Council elected As we saw when attempts to get a carbon tax proposal adopted by the body faltered, what happens at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) can be consequential. For that reason, nations are
NOAA holds keel-laying ceremony for Navigator, its second new charting and mapping vessel National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) leaders were joined by partners Dec.4 to celebrate the keel-laying for Navigator, the second of two new charting and mapping vessels being constructed for the agency
Fincantieri and ASRY sign industrial cooperation agreement Bahrain-based ASRY (Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard) and Fincantieri have signed a partnership agreement aimed at exploring new opportunities for collaboration in the shipbuilding sector. The signing took place on the sidelines
Stockholm Norvik set for role as new CO2 logistics hub Achieving Sweden's climate targets, including net zero emissions by 2045, will require large scale deployment of negative emissions and CO2 storage. A functional and reliable CO2 logistics chain will be essential to
Port of Long Beach names Hacegaba its next CEO The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners reports that, at its Dec. 8, 2025 board meeting, commissioners will consider the appointment of longtime Port of Long Beach executive Dr. Noel Hacegaba as
Conrad Shipyard and Samsung Heavy in MOU on LNG bunkering projects Morgan City, La.-headquartered Conrad Shipyard, LLC, which back in 2018 delivered the first LNG bunkering barge built in North America, has sigmed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with South Korea's Samsung Heavy
Cleanup starts after banana containers wash ashore According to BBC, cleanup work has begun after containers from a cargo ship spilled into the sea off the Isle of Wight. Sixteen containers fell from the vessel Baltic Klipper on Saturday at around 18:00 GMT. Most were carrying bananas. Some contained avocados and plantains. Several were empty. Local authorities in West Sussex said containers have washed up in multiple locations. Seven landed near
GEODIS and EDF partner to cut supply chain emissions GEODIS and EDF have signed a partnership to decarbonize the supply chain in France and worldwide. The agreement targets lower emissions from GEODIS warehouses and global transport operations. It will also explore how GEODIS can deliver logistics services for EDF in key markets. The two companies will work on several priority areas. They will supply low-carbon energy to GEODIS sites in France and
Bridgepoint to sell Evac to Altor Bridgepoint announced today that it has agreed to sell Evac to Altor Equity Partners. Evac provides cleantech solutions for marine and land-based markets. It focuses on water and waste management, corrosion protection, and marine growth prevention. Its systems support navies, cruise ships, and commercial fleets worldwide. Evac was founded in 1979 and is based in Espoo, Finland. The company serves
Shipping lines turn to domestic Chinese owners for chartered tonnage Liner operators are turning to domestic Chinese container ship owners as the supply of ships for chartering becomes scarce. Sources said that Chinese owners have chartered recently built ships to operators such as CMA CGM and Kawa Shipping
Greencarrier acquires majority stake in Container Norway Utleie Greencarrier AB has acquired a 60% majority stake in Container Norway Utleie AS, a respected Norwegian provider of container sales, rental, and customized container solutions. The deal strengthens Greencarrier's strategic focus on broadening its logistics offering and delivering more flexible, project-specific container solutions to customers across a wide range of industries. Container Norway Ut
Behing Bahrain pivot to naval shipbuilding after decade of sector absence Kingdom's ASRY-Fincantieri deal marks strategic shift as Gulf states abandon merchant construction for military platforms
How serious are Iran's military drills for Hormuz shipping flows? Tehran adopts psychological deterrence over operational closure, maintaining strategic ambiguity while container traffic continues through critical chokepoint
RBS TOPS AVP boosts efficiency at Klaipedos Smelte Terminal RBS announced the successful deployment of its next-generation Automatic Vessel Planning (AVP) module at Klaipedos Smelte Container Terminal , marking a major leap forward in intelligent stowage planning, crane coordination, and terminal-wide operational efficiency. Within RBS TOPS Expert, AVP version 2 is a high-precision, AI-driven vessel planning engine designed to eliminate traditional planni
HD Hyundai signs MOU with Tamil Nadu to develop new Indian shipyard HD Hyundai has entered a major strategic partnership with the Tamil Nadu state government to establish a new shipyard in southern India. The agreement was formalized during a ceremony held in Madurai with the participation of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, State Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa, and Choi Hannae, Head of Corporate Planning at HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering. S
Maersk adjusts New Zealand holiday season operations Maersk has announced operational changes across New Zealand during the 2025-2026 Christmas and holiday period. Both port terminals and container depots will run with amended receival and delivery hours. Customers are advised to monitor notices directly from each port or depot, as updates may occur. Rail Network Closures KiwiRail has confirmed line closures impacting freight between Hamilton and A
Black and Caspian Sea States explore S-100 for E-Navigation Maritime officials from Black and Caspian Sea states completed their first regional workshop on S-100 products. The event took place in Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan, from 3 to 5 December. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) co-organized the workshop. It worked with the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) and the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA). Th
BIMCO to launch Maritime Digitalisation Network BIMCO is preparing to launch a new Maritime Digitalisation Network . The initiative will bring the global shipping community together. Its goal is to speed up digital transformation across the maritime sector. The network will act as an open forum. Members will exchange ideas. They will share real-world experiences. They will discuss what works-and what does not. They will also work together on p
Suez Canal successfully transits floating dock GREEN DOCK 3 Admiral Ossama Rabiee confirmed the successful transit of the floating dock GREEN DOCK 3 through the Suez Canal. Five tugboats supported the operation. The tugboat PERSISTENCE towed the dock from the front. Four SCA tugboats guided it from the sides and rear. The dock sailed with the southern convoy. The voyage began in Indonesia. The destination is Turkey. The dock passed safely through the Red
Fire in container burns household items About 400 pieces of furniture and household items were burnt after fire broke out in a container in Busan
How Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing maritime decision-making The maritime industry faces its most profound transformation in centuries one where algorithms may soon rival captains in navigating the world's busiest shipping lanes
Angola launches Namibe Corridor concession tender The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Angola has launched an international public tender for the concession of the Namibe Corridor. The announcement was made on December 5, 2025. Interested parties may submit bids until May 4, 2026. The concession will run for 30 years, with the option to extend it to 50 years. It covers the operation, management, maintenance, and preservation of the Moçâm
Russia's Ametist Line launches new Novorossiysk-Izmir shuttle Starting in early 2026, Russia's Ametist Line will inaugurate a new shuttle service connecting Novorossiysk and Izmir. The service will operate with a single 500 TEU vessel. This vessel is currently deployed on a Novorossiysk-Mersin-Beirut route, which may be discontinued as a result of the new service. In addition to the new shuttle, Ametist Line runs three other single-vessel loops, with capaci
Carriers cut South Korea Intra-Far East Services According to DynaLiners, several carriers have recently closed South Korea-related intra-Far East services, Alphaliner reports. The affected services are: X-Press Feeders - BHF2A: Busan - Dalian - Busan Sinokor/Heung-A - HPS2: Inchon - Pyeongtaek - Busan - Hai Phong - Shenzhen (Chiwan) - Inchon. These closures reduce direct intra-Far East connectivity to and from South Korea, impacting regional s
DECEMBER 5, 2025
Port of Riga introduces a floating drone to enhance the smart technologies Spark Technologies, a company that designs and manufactures autonomous unmanned boats SPARK Bot, has joined the cluster of innovative technology companies in the Port of Riga. The fully electric, floating water drone is equipped with an artificial intelligence vision and navigation system that enables it to make real-time decisions and perform tasks on the water without human presence, mitigating
Port of Helsinki published its first standarised sustainability report Port of Helsinki published its first sustainability report based on the VSME standard which covers its operations in 2024 and improves the comparability of the operations of participating companies. Andreas Slotte, Head of Sustainability & HSEQ from the Port of Helsinki, stated they had long ambitious sustainability commitments and targets in place, however, they are now adopting a new way of pre
Everllence to supply 240 MW for power projects in Malaysian Borneo Everllence will deliver more than 240 MW of power capacity to three new energy projects in Malaysian Borneo. The company will supply 14 large engines for power plants serving industry and the national grid. The projects support Malaysia's push toward climate neutrality by 2050. Authorities continue to expand hydropower and solar generation. At the same time, flexible engine-based power plants are
DHL opens MEA Innovation Center and €120M Dubai warehouse DHL Group has opened its permanent Middle East & Africa (MEA) Innovation Center in Dubai South. At the same time, DHL Supply Chain confirmed a €120 million investment in a new multi-user contract logistics warehouse nearby. The Innovation Center becomes DHL's regional hub for testing, developing and scaling logistics solutions. It can host up to 120 participants and brings together customers, par
K LINE announces naming of new LNG carriers Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. ("K" LINE) has announced the naming of two new 174,000 m³ LNG carriers built for QatarEnergy. The ceremony took place on 3 December at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., with both vessels scheduled to serve QatarEnergy's expanding global LNG logistics network. The first vessel was named "SHARQ" by the wife of Mr. Yukikazu Myochin, Director and Chairperson of the Bo
Northern Lights takes delivery of third liquefied CO2 carrier Northern Lights JV DA has officially taken delivery of its new liquefied CO2 carrier, NORTHERN PHOENIX, on December 2, 2025. The vessel was completed and handed over at Dalian Shipbuilding Offshore Co., Ltd. (DSOC) in China. Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. ("K" LINE) has entered into both bareboat and time charter agreements with Northern Lights for three of the four CO2 carriers ordered by the compa
Maersk opens new Ground Freight Station in Savannah Maersk has expanded its U.S. logistics footprint with the opening of a new Maersk Ground Freight (MGF) Station in Savannah, Georgia, enhancing regional pickup and delivery services and improving supply chain reliability for customers. The 20,000 sq. ft. facility, equipped with three docks and a dedicated ground fleet, will provide local pickup and delivery (PU&D) service across the Savannah marke
Why HD Hyundai AI investment highlights shipbuilding enters technology arms race? Seoul's largest shipbuilder signals that competitive advantage in coming decade will depend on systems integration rather than production capacity, marking fundamental industry restructuring
GEODIS starts ASEAN renewable-diesel trucking pilot GEODIS has launched Southeast Asia's first cross-border trucking service powered by renewable diesel. The pilot marks a major step in cutting emissions across the company's regional road network. The trial uses a dedicated Euro-5 truck running from Singapore to the Thailand-Malaysia border. It runs on Neste MY Renewable Diesel , supplied by Neste and distributed by Singapore-based Interion. Renew
Ryder opens new fleet facility in McDonough, Georgia Ryder System has opened a new full-service truck rental and maintenance facility in McDonough, Georgia, expanding its footprint in the Southeast. The 20,000-square-foot site is in South Atlanta's logistics corridor near I-75 and key distribution hubs. It offers truck rentals, fleet leasing, and maintenance services to regional customers. The facility includes five drive-through service bays and i
Hapag-Lloyd bids for ZIM, faces worker opposition According to Globes, Israel business news, international shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd has made an initial offer to acquire Zim Integrated Shipping Services. Negotiations have not yet started. Other potential buyers, including MSC and Maersk, have also expressed interest. ZIM, ranked ninth globally with a 2.5% market share, is currently valued at $2.4 billion. The bid follows former controlling shar
Kongsberg wins LARS deal for Sea1 Offshore Fleet Kongsberg Maritime has won a major contract with Sea1 Offshore. The deal covers Launch and Recovery Systems for four new offshore construction vessels. Each vessel will receive two advanced LARS units. The systems will support subsea construction and ROV operations. The package includes telescopic A-frames, electric umbilical winches, and energy-efficient hydraulic power units. Kongsberg will als
Valenciaport sets 2035 as its targets energy sustainability Valenciaport aims to achieve carbon neutrality at its facilities in Valencia, Sagunt, and Gandia by 2035. Within this timeframe, it also expects to achieve energy self-sufficiency, being able to produce all the energy it needs to meet the consumption associated with the economic and commercial activity of the various ports. This is set out in the Net Zero Emissions Plan presented by the president
Karachi Gateway Terminal and Louis Dreyfus sign agreement to develop storage facility AD Ports Group announced that Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited and Louis Dreyfus signed a long-term commercial agreement to develop and operate a modern clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi Port. Under the agreement, KGTML will invest in the design and construction of a highly efficient, food-grade clean bulk facility, including a handling and co
Foreign container traffic at Kitakyushu Port rises in July Foreign-trade container volumes at Kitakyushu Port increased in July. The port handled 36,361 TEUs, up 11.2% year on year, according to local port authorities and as Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA) reported. Exports reached 18,513 TEUs, up 11.9%. Imports totaled 17,848 TEUs, an increase of 10.5%. Domestic container traffic moved in the opposite direction. Volumes fell 5
Corvus Energy launches Blue Whale NxtGen marine battery system Corvus Energy has launched Blue Whale NxtGen , its newest marine energy storage system. The company says the system delivers higher energy density, longer life, and lower lifecycle costs for vessel operators. The system targets ships that require high energy content and compact design. Corvus said the product also improves safety, performance, and digital services while maintaining modularity and
Vietnam becomes Port of Savannah's fastest-growing trade partner Vietnam has emerged as the Port of Savannah's fastest-growing trade partner. Manufacturing growth and logistics expansion continue to drive cargo volumes higher. Georgia Ports Authority President and CEO Griff Lynch said Vietnam is becoming a major logistics market due to its strategic location and business-friendly policies. Recent trade policy changes are also supporting growth. The U.S. and Vi
US turns to allied shipyards as Arctic capability gap persists The Trump administration's ambitious plan to rebuild American shipbuilding is taking an unexpected turn: importing the solution from allies rather than waiting for domestic yards to recover from decades of decline
Anglo-Eastern partners with Orca AI to deploy AI Navigation on 750 ships Anglo-Eastern Ship Management has partnered with Orca AI to install AI-powered navigation across its managed fleet of more than 750 vessels. The collaboration makes Anglo-Eastern the first major ship manager to adopt AI-driven situational awareness on such a large scale. The Orca AI platform includes the SeaPod digital watchkeeper, which enhances situational awareness in congested or low-visibili
Commercial shipping turns into strategic target in Black Sea region Insurance rates surge threefold as Ukraine's drone strikes signal new phase in maritime warfare where neutral vessels become legitimate economic weapons
World Fuel supplies biofuel to Norwegian Cruise Line in Greece World Fuel Services has supplied a waste-based biofuel to Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' vessel Norwegian Viva in Piraeus, Greece. The operation, coordinated with Greek supplier EKO , marks one of the first commercial biofuel bunkerings for a cruise ship in Greece. The delivery is part of Norwegian Cruise Line's Sail & Sustain program, which expands its use of sustainable fuels across Southern E
How Saudi Arabia and UAE are racing to control the future of Middle East shipping Dubai's port dominance faces challenge as Riyadh invests hundreds of billions in alternative trade corridors
Port of Barcelona targets 85% CO2 cut by 2040 The Port of Barcelona has approved its Energy Transition Plan. The roadmap sets a target to cut CO2 emissions by 85% by 2040, compared with 2017 levels. The port aims to become carbon neutral by 2050. The plan also sets near-term goals. The port will halve emissions by 2030. That equals a reduction of one million tonnes between 2025 and 2030. It compares to taking 240,000 cars off the road each y
FSB clearance and underwater checks slow Russian port calls To add to the complications brought about by Ukraine's renewed maritime attack campaign in and around the Black Sea, shipowners and charterers planning to call at Russian ports should brace for delays and heavy regulatory friction after Moscow introduced sweeping new entry rules for foreign vessels, the American Club has warned in an update to ...
Pacific Basin reshapes bunker unit into sustainable energy solutions team Hong Kong-listed dry bulk giant Pacific Basin has launched a new Sustainable Energy Solutions team, reshaping its long-standing bunker department as the company steps up its response to shifting fuel, regulatory and emissions requirements in global shipping. The move is part of Pacific Basin's wider decarbonisation and optimisation strategy, aimed at strengthening the company's position ...
MISC bags floater deal for Petronas' Brunei project Malaysia's MISC has received a letter of award from Petronas Carigali for the provision of an FPSO unit for a natural gas development project in Brunei. The charter of the floater is for 12 years, with Petronas Carigali having the option to extend the charter for up to three one-year periods. MISC will also be ...
Wallenius Wilhelmsen locks in nearly $500m in contract extensions Wallenius Wilhelmsen has extended two major shipping contracts that together carry an estimated added value close to $500m. Chief customer officer Pia Synnerman said the renewals underscore "long and strong standing partnerships with shared commitment towards zero emissions and developing integrated supply chains". The first agreement, with a leading premium European carmaker, has been prolonged
Containers fall overboard in English Channel Emergency response services were put on alert in the English Channel after 18 containers fell overboard from Seatrade's reefer containership Baltic Klipper during heavy weather on Saturday. Images of containers and plenty of bananas washing up on English shorelines were carried by UK media across the weekend. An investigation is likely to determine whether the ...
Another Australian offshore wind project bites the dust as AGL walks away A third offshore wind farm project in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been abandoned, this time by AGL Energy. According to reports from various Australian media outlets, the company said that it would not proceed with its 2.5GW Gippsland Skies offshore wind project. The project was one of 11 projects in the Gippsland zone ...
Bidders circle again as Dongwon revives hunt for HMM The race to acquire state-controlled South Korean flagship HMM is heating up once again. Two years after the first sale attempt failed, Dongwon Group, South Korea's largest fishing company, has signalled its renewed interest, stirring up the market. Although the company's valuation has soared to as much as KRW10trn ($6.8bn), steelmaker POSCO, HD Hyundai, Hanwha ...
Chevron to invest $2bn into new Gorgon backfill project US supermajor Chevron has revealed plans to invest AUD 3bn ($2bn) in a backfill development that will connect the offshore Geryon and Eurytion natural gas fields to Gorgon's existing subsea gas-gathering infrastructure and processing facilities on Barrow Island. This so-called Gorgon Stage 3 project, part of the original development plan for Gorgon, is the first ...
HD Hyundai readies $2bn giant yard in southern India South Korea's HD Hyundai has signed a partnership with the Tamil Nadu state government regarding the establishment of a new $2bn shipyard in Madurai in southern India. The Thoothukudi region of Tamil Nadu already hosts major Korean companies such as Hyundai Motor and Samsung Electronics, and large-scale investments are planned for nearby port facilities. The Indian ...
Tackling harassment at sea Anti-bullying and harassment mandatory training is welcomed, but training alone will not solve the problem, writes Marinos Kokkinis, the CEO of OneCare Group. The decision to make anti-bullying and harassment training mandatory for all seafarers from 2026 is long overdue, but if the maritime industry believes that training alone will fix the problem then it is ...
DECEMBER 5, 2025
Flex LNG confirms Marius Foss as permanent CEO Flex LNG has appointed Marius Foss as chief executive officer, confirming him in the role after several months as interim CEO. Foss has also served as the company's chief commercial officer. Foss joined the LNG carrier owner in 2018 and has since played a key role in shaping its commercial direction. He brings more than ...
d'Amico clinches high-rate charters for MR pair Italian product tanker owner and operator d'Amico International Shipping has strengthened its forward cover with two fresh long-term charter deals for a pair of MR tankers, securing earnings visibility across the next two years. The Milan-and OTCQX-listed company said its operating arm, d'Amico Tankers in Ireland, has fixed out one Eco-MR1 and one Eco-MR2 to ...
Bilfinger UK faces offshore strike threat in pension row The UK offshore sector is facing potential disruption after more than 400 Unite members employed by Bilfinger UK voted in favour of strike action in a dispute over pensions. The union said a clear majority of Bilfinger offshore workers have backed walkouts unless the company moves to a pension scheme based on gross earnings, in ...
Dajin and Briese team up to launch offshore wind hub in Cuxhaven Chinese builder Dajin Heavy Industry and Germany's Briese Schiffahrts have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop an international offshore wind hub at the Port of Cuxhaven. The project will center on a newly built terminal spanning more than 20 hectares. The partnership combines Dajin's fleet of deck carrier vessels with Briese's global shipping network ...
Louis Dreyfus comes onboard Pakistan port project Global merchant and processor of agricultural goods Louis Dreyfus is coming onboard a Pakistani port development programme, signing with a subsidiary of AD Ports Group to create a clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi port. Rubens Marques, Louis Dreyfus's head of South and Southeast Asia, said: "This development reflects our ...
Minerva and Laskaridis boost tanker bets with LR2s at Hengli Hengli Heavy Industry has tightened its foothold in the Greek newbuilding market after securing fresh LR2 product tanker orders from shipowning groups Alimia and Laskaridis. The Chinese yard confirmed it has signed multiple effective contracts for LR2s with the Athens-based owners, marking another step forward in its push into high-end liquid cargo carriers. The LR2s ...
Splash Wrap: Dark times across the Black Sea Insurance rates for ships trading in the Black Sea have jumped sharply following a fresh wave of attacks on vessels linked to Russia. Russian president Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow could expand its response if such attacks continue, saying retaliatory measures could extend to ships belonging to countries that support Ukraine. Ukrainian special forces ...
Economou ramps up boxship ordering spree Greek owner George Economou's TMS Group is set to boost its containership fleet with another wave of LNG dual-fuel newbuildings at China's Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard. Industry sources say TMS is planning up to 10 neo-panamax vessels of 11,400 teu, including eight fixed orders and two options, with deliveries targeted for 2028. The move effectively ...
Samsung Heavy forms two American shipyard tie-ups Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) from South Korea has made significant advancements in the shipbuilding sector in the United States by forming two new collaborations in line with Washington's initiative to boost domestic shipyards known as Make American Shipbuilding Great Again (MASGA). In a trilateral memorandum of agreement, SHI partnered with General Dynamics NASSCO and their ...
Global liners look at acquiring ZIM Hapag-Lloyd is seeking to acquire ZIM, Israel's largest container carrier, according to multiple media outlets, but the move is already running into resistance from ZIM's workers' committee, which has warned that the presence of Qatari and Saudi sovereign funds among the German carrier's shareholders could pose a national security risk. Hapag-Lloyd's main shareholders are German ...
StormGeo: How decision-making in shipping is changing According to StormGeo CEO Kim Sørensen, the next 12 months will mark a critical inflection point in how decisions are made at sea and ashore. "Over the next year, I anticipate significant advancements in generative AI and a growing adoption of autonomous AI agents that can make decisions and solve problems with minimal human intervention," ...
Every technology shift feels impossible, until it happens Richard Berkling, CEO of PowerCell Group, writes for Splash today. Every generation believes its challenges are uniquely complex. However, time and time again, humanity has proven that the impossible simply takes conviction and therefore action. The maritime industry's shift to renewable energy is no different. Across industries, the debate over how to transition is giving ...
Zim's next chapter hinges on year-end shareholder vote The stock of ocean carrier Zim is a beloved trading vehicle for US investors betting on the twists and turns...
One Hundred People 2025 countdown - 100-71 Lloyd's List has launched its annual One Hundred People ranking, the definitive guide to the most influential figures shaping the...
EPS tests new measure of sail power savings with GCMD Eastern Pacific Shipping and the Singapore-based Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation gathered data from on-off tests of suction sails in...
Intense competition still eroding profitability in London H&M market But ancillary classes provide welcome boost for underwriters
Top 10 shipmanagers 2025 Most shipmanagers will tell you quality is a better measure than fleet size alone; but increasing demands of training and...
The week in newbuildings: Chinese shipyards win major orders across tanker, ore carrier and boxship sectors Continued strong demand for large merchant vessels is solidifying China's leading role in global shipbuilding
Sanctioned tanker stranded off Bulgarian coast The tanker was reportedly towed into Bulgarian waters, but the owners of a tug believed to have towed it have...
Wuhu Shipyard secures orders for 16 green vessels Orders include two 1,700 teu containerships, ten 9,800 dwt hybrid bulkers and four 408 teu LNG-fuelled boxships, worth over $140m
HD Hyundai to build new shipyard in India as it expands global reach The South Korean conglomerate has partnered with the government of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu to support the development...
China Merchants Energy Shipping treads net zero course 'cautiously' as IMO plan stalls One of China's largest shipowners is betting on flexibility to stay ahead of a fractured regulatory landscape
The Daily View: Let's not get carried away
Maria Angelicoussis and Chris Wiernicki recognised at Greek Shipping Awards Neptune Lines, Seaven Tanker Management, Tsakos Energy Navigation and Minoan Lines win major company awards
Daily Briefing Flag states to receive due diligence support amid pressure to crackdown on shadow fleet | Who should pay for shipping's...
DECEMBER 5, 2025
Still just a trickle of US soyabeans to China despite trade deal The US-China trade deal was announced with much fanfare on November 1, including a promise of normalised soyabean flows. Over...
UK Club and TT Club target 2027 deadline for merger Owners to get referendum on 'one ship, one vote' basis
Happy Xmas (Ukraine's war isn't over) Three drone strikes on vessels remind us the fighting is still raging
Long Beach appoints long-serving Hacegaba as CEO Hacegaba will take over from incumbent chief executive Mario Cordero at the end of the year
Flag states to receive due diligence support amid pressure to crackdown on shadow fleet Efforts to strengthen compliance processes at the flag state level are welcomed, although some are sceptical about the uptake among...
Flex LNG appoints new chief executive Foss has served as interim chief executive since March and takes the top job permanently after seven years at the...
Who should pay for shipping's efficiency drive? With the availability of alternative zero-emission fuels uncertain to say the least, energy-saving devices offer fuel savings today - but...
Top 10 in regulation 2025 Shipping is used to the plodding and predictable approach of the International Maritime Organization, but the wrenching turns on tariffs...
Bulker attacked by skiffs in Red Sea The bulker's security team exchanged small arms fire with 15 skiffs in the Bab el Mandeb before the vessel continued...
Samsung Heavy, DSEC and Nassco form US shipbuilding partnership Collaboration increases South Korea's ambition to support US shipbuilding under the MASGA initiative
Two Shandong yards secure orders for six VLOCs each Winning International and Neu Seeschiffahrt place new VLOC orders at Shandong yards
The Daily View: Shadow boxing
Daily Briefing Bab el Mandeb transits hit highest level in nearly two years | Black Sea war risk rates up 250% since...
Global container volume growth slows on US, EU declines The softer global growth in October pulled the 12-month rolling average down to the lowest in 20 months, according to Drewry's Simon Heaney.
December US imports on track to be lowest since June '23: retailers The weak import numbers come as the National Retail Federation is projecting record holiday sales in the US of more than $1 trillion for the first time, up between 3.7% and 4.2% from 2024.
Diverging demand for e-commerce drives muted start to air cargo peak season After 27 consecutive months of plus-40% year over year growth, China's total cross-border e-commerce sales were flat in October, according to Xeneta.
New product allows shippers to flex MQC volumes on a weekly basis A former DOT deputy assistant secretary in the Biden administration says tradable, guaranteed slot reservations would create a scenario enabling greater efficiencies for both shippers and carriers.
DECEMBER 5, 2025
Vancouver's new scheduling system gives 96-hour advance notice of vessel arrivals The Vancouver-Fraser Port Authority's scheduling system is aimed at helping marine terminals better prepare labor and equipment planning to mitigate import surges.
Stretched logistics capacity in Europe threatened by Red Sea return The import gateways have faced ongoing congestion this year amid strong demand on the Asia-Europe trade and limited buffer capacity at ports will be quickly overwhelmed.
Data center buildout fuels construction boom, project cargo windfall High-value megaproject activity in the US is propping up heavy-lift cargo volumes, while also generating breakbulk shipments.
Keeping Wallem independent: John Rowley's long-game strategy Wallem Group chief executive is the guest on the latest episode of TradeWinds' Wavelength Plus podcast
Goldenport bulker sale price catches the eye Opinions differ on whether the reported value is low or even too high
Zim boardroom battle heats up as key advisory firm rejects dissident nominees ISS backs director nominees in win for proposed management buyout
California crude imports slump starts to show ahead of refinery closures MR tankers to benefit as the world's fourth-largest economy will still need refined oil products
Steve Gordon bullish on VLCC market and why he is excited about LNG Shipping has been resilient amid geopolitics, disruptions and tariff threats
Cosco Shipping inks over $7bn worth of orders at state shipbuilding giant Chinese shipping titan orders 87 newbuildings spread across various vessel types
'A lot to like' for shuttle tanker owners in Petrobras production plan KNOT Offshore boss Derek Lowe says activity up to 2030 should absorb newbuilding orderbook
Investors still too cautious on tanker stocks with floating storage 'kicker' ahead, Clarksons says Analysts believe markets are making too much of a potential Ukraine peace deal and Red Sea return
MSC and CMA CGM retain grip on container S&P as German owner exits Demand from top buyers sees more older tonnage offloaded for firm prices
Ecosubsea fights bankruptcy as Asian expansion costs bite Hull cleaning business reported to have $15m debt after costly Singapore expansion
Northern Sea Route transit figures inch higher for 2025 Bulk and container ship cargo volumes taking the Arctic passage rise
Clipper Bulk hires new head of global operations from competitor Laura Rosholm was manager at Centurion Bulk, BW Dry Cargo, Navision and Norden
Tanker sales up almost 30% as S&P spend tops $13.7bn Fearnleys describes a market with plenty of interest from buyers, but sellers are holding out
China's trade surplus hits $1trn in year of tariff turmoil ASEAN demand, tech-led exports and private-sector strength support external sector despite weaker US trade
Greek clans break into a fresh niche with bulker dealmaking Four bulkers are sold by Indian, German and Greek interests
Norden decarbonisation head jumps ship to Pacific Basin Henrik Rojel takes on the position in February
Russian shadow LNG carrier offloads Baltic plant-produced cargo in China Sanctioned vessels make full use of the Red Sea and the Suez Canal
North Sea's first purpose-built FPSO sold for recycling in Turkey TotalEnergies' demo deal for Gryphon A comes as a clutch of tankers head to South Asia for recycling
Anglo-Eastern to offer AI navigation tool on 750 managed vessels Ship manager partners with Orca AI to sell navigation tool to owners
Frontline refreshes board with former Glencore shipping boss Richard Prince Ex-tanker broker replaces banker Steen Jakobsen after three-year term
Genco heading for profit miss after latest bulker rate update Takeover target's average vessel earnings still at $20,000 per day in the fourth quarter
Not a golden age for LNG bunkering but a 'golden opportunity' Singapore Gasco explains a new supply concept for the island state
Wallenius Wilhelmsen strikes twice for extensions worth $500m One automaker and one high and heavy manufacturer agree to lengthen contracts with the Oslo-listed giant
Petros Panagiotidis trumpets conviction in dry bulk market strength Cypriot company's boss says it is well positioned to pounce on future opportunities
Andreas Sohmen-Pao FPSO owner begins 'strategic review' amid market rumours 'Limited' process will be undertaken with investment bank Pareto Securities
Norwegian hedge fund cashes in Frontline stake after stock rally Sissener Canopus takes profit after long holding period
Christiania seeks contact with pirates who abducted nine seafarers Fridtjof Eitzen-led owner liaising with international authorities and experts
Tianjin Southwest orders very large ammonia carriers at Chinese yard The order involves two 90,000-cbm VLACs at Jiangnan for delivery in 2028
North Sea's first purpose built FPSO sold for recycling in Turkey TotalEnergies's demo deal for Gryphon A deal comes as a clutch of tankers head to South Asia for recycling
Sanctioned, Ukraine-hit tanker evacuated again after bungled salvage operation Damaged suezmax anchored in rough weather a short distance from the Bulgarian shore
Aliki Paliou holds on to her oldest aframax after potential sale deal flounders Prospective buyers cancel the ship's planned acquisition following failure to win offshore project
How Chinese shipbuilding can adjust its mindset to build on 16 years of dominance 'We need to build high-end, high-quality shipbuilding capabilities and share this market with everyone'
Qatar spells out timeline for its new US and domestic production coming onstream Minister unphased by talk of slower LNG demand and declares net-zero emissions unachieveable
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West considers ban on shipping Russian oil as Ukraine strikes more port infastructure Ban would replace price cap, possibly in next sanctions package by Brussels
Eastern Pacific teams with GCMD to quantify fuel savings using wind Power savings of up to 7.2% were yielded each time wind sails were used
Dongwon Group revives takeover bid for South Korea's largest liner operator HMM Conglomerate forms special task force to explore $6.8bn takeover, say reports
Diana Shipping signs capesize time charter with Glencore Gross charter rate is $25,200 per day until minimum 15 November 2026
Wavelength podcast: Attacking the dark fleet Plus in the US, what is happening as the country seeks to strengthen its maritime industry?
From niche to global game-changer: Nuclear-powered shipping to go mainstream as regulators clear the way Nuclear will no longer be a niche concept by the end of 2026, says Core Power boss
Hayfin Capital clinches major asset play with near-$200m suezmax resale deal Evangelos Marinakis-controlled Capital Maritime is named as the buyer of vessels due for delivery in a few months
Two arrested over 'sanctions probe into Damen Shipyards' New raids deepen legal troubles for the Netherlands' largest shipbuilder
Young talent beware: Shipping is about to enter its 'sexiest phase' LNG shipowners explain strategies for ramping up crewing to meet newbuilding surge
Russian threat of Black Sea retaliation sees war rates spike President Vladimir Putin spoke of expanding attacks against Ukraine's ports and ships
Venezuela edges up oil exports as US pressure looms A US naval presence has not put a dent in shipments of crude and fuel
Flex LNG appoints Marius Foss as new CEO Foss has been interim CEO since Oystein Kalleklev stepped down
Major Greek owners earn 'top dollar' for ageing capesizes in hot freight market George Economou and Theodore Veniamis find fertile ground to offload some of their oldest capesizes
Top Ships selling megayacht newbuilding to tanker spin-off Rubico expanding again in deal with Evangelos Pistiolis-controlled parent
Axpo notches up new bio-LNG bunkering milestone in Italy with chartered vessel Company awaits delivery of its first newbuilding
Himalaya Shipping lifts dividend on stronger vessel earnings in November Bulker owner declares cash distribution of $0.10 per share
Bulker suffers back-to-back skiff attacks in Vessel was able to repel both approaches during southbound voyage into Gulf of Aden
'My father would have questioned some of my decisions,' says Rickmers' successor Diversification is the buzzword as the sixth generation makes its mark
Himalaya Shipping pays out higher dividend as TCE earnings rise in November Bulker owner declares cash distribution of $0.10 per share
LNG newbuilding enquiry picks up with 2029 slots due to sell out next year Shipping players crunch the numbers and conclude market will be short on vessels
Shuttle tanker owner Knot Offshore doubles profit as it mulls takeover offer UK-based operation says conflicts committee still considering bid from parent
Bulker suffers back-to-back skiff attacks in Bab el-Mandeb Vessel was able to repel both approaches during southbound voyage into Gulf of Aden
Wilh Wilhelmsen takes full control of Treasure as it completes cash offer Norwegian ship manager and investor will carry out a compulsory acquisition of all remaining shares
Trader and owner Mercuria makes it $6.3bn of financing in two weeks with new US deal Swiss-headquartered group says massive cash pile will help expand commodities footprint
Diana Shipping drives up rates for ultramax bulker pair Greek owner ups charter level by at least $1,300 per day
Trump's Plan B: US can 'recreate' tariffs if Supreme Court shoots them down, official says Treasury secretary says other tariff authorities will allow similar duties
IMO Assembly agrees on plan to help member states follow its rules Plan aims to tackle compliance gap in small islands and least-developed nations
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