FERRIES 2025: Community connections at the core of ferry success Marine Log's 38th annual FERRIES Conference, taking place November 4-5, 2025, in the New York City area, will highlight how collaboration and communication between ferry operators and the communities they serve can
Candela to demo P-12 foiling electric ferry in Washington D.C. Sweden's Candela Technology will next week demonstrate its P-12 foiling electric ferry on the Potomac River, giving Washingtonians a chance to experience the electric vessel flying on its foils and demonstrating how
Cavotec MoorMaster Systems operational at Iroquois Lock Cavotec has successfully commissioned three MoorMaster automated mooring systems at the Iroquois Lock , officially handed over to the Saint Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) on June 30, 2025. The installation brings Cavotec closer to equipping nearly all locks along the St. Lawrence Seaway , with only Lock 8 in the Welland Canal scheduled for 2026. The new systems enhance operations
CMA CGM HELIUM officially named and enters service CMA CGM has officially named its new dual-fuel methanol vessel, CMA CGM HELIUM, under the command of Captain Lucian Paraschiv. Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, COO Maritime at DNV, served as Godmother during the ceremony. The vessel is now deployed on the Phoenician Express (BEX2) service, linking China, Korea, Singapore, Egypt, Lebanon, Slovenia, Italy, Croatia, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia, strengt
Port of Barcelona awards €52M BlueTechPort construction The Port of Barcelona has awarded the construction of BlueTechPort, a 25,700 m² innovation hub for the blue economy, to a temporary joint venture (TJV) of COMSA SAU, VOPI4 SA, and COMSA Instalaciones y Sistemas SAU for €52.3 million (including VAT). Work is scheduled to begin in November, with completion expected in two and a half years. The new facility, managed by the World Trade Center Barcelo
Port fees are reshaping global trade Beginning October 14, 2025, reciprocal port fees on each nation's vessels mark a watershed moment, shipping is no longer neutral infrastructure but a weapon of economic statecraft
MSC announces new freight rates from Far East to Sub-Saharan Africa and Indian Ocean MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has announced updated freight rates applicable from November 1, 2025, until further notice but not beyond November 15, 2025. The new rates apply to shipments from all Far East ports, including but not limited to Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia, destined for Sub-Saharan Africa and Indian Ocean ports. The adjustment aims to support the continued provision of reli
Wärtsilä launches GEMS Pulse to optimise battery storage revenue Technology group Wärtsilä has launched GEMS Pulse , a predictive analytics software designed to help energy storage asset owners optimise performance, uptime, and revenue. The platform turns complex battery and operational data into actionable insights, supporting smarter decisions across the system lifecycle. Batteries produce thousands of data points every second, but even small measurement err
Port Evening Reception in Prague strengthens partnership between Hamburg and Czech Republic During the Port Evening Reception in Prague on Thursday, 9 October 2025, the economic and logistical ties between the Czech Republic and Hamburg were brought to the attention of a particularly large audience this year. The hosts, the German Embassy in Prague, the Senate of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, and Port of Hamburg Marketing, welcomed around 900 guests to the German Unity Day cel
APM Terminals Gothenburg receives thrice-weekly calls to Asia For the first time in history, APM Terminals Gothenburg will receive three weekly mainliner calls to Asia. The new service enables more frequent, reliable, and sustainable goods transport between Asia and Sweden. Behind this historic development stands the French shipping giant CMA CGM, which at the end of October will add Gothenburg as a new port of call on its FAL1 Asia-Europe service. The line
Port of Rotterdam approved construction of railway yard During a festive gathering on the Maasvlakte, Port of Rotterdam Authority, ProRail, and Swietelsky Rail Benelux approved construction of the Maasvlakte Zuid Railway Yard. This occurred in the presence of representatives from the Municipality of Rotterdam, the Ministry of Infrastructure & Water Management, and the European Parliament. The project's first phase involves constructing the initial bun
Valenciaport awards contract to support national police Valenciaport has awarded INTERIM SERVICES SOLUTIONS the contract to provide passenger assistance and information as part of the project to strengthen border security at the ports of Valencia and Sagunto. The contract, valued at EUR€584,767.59, aims to provide support to the National Police in managing passenger flows and implementing identity verification and immigration control procedures. This
King Ocean extends lease agreement with Broward County's Port Everglades King Ocean Services has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with Broward County's Port Everglades by extending its Marine Terminal Lease and Operating Agreement through 2035. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners on September 4, 2025, approved King Ocean exercising both five-year option terms through September 30, 2035. The cargo shipping line, which has operated at the port since
MSC, CMA CGM announce surcharge to/from Chittagong as port tariffs go up Major shipping lines have begun imposing surcharges on containers moving to and from Chittagong to offset the increased tariffs imposed by the port authority. MSC announced on Saturday that it will levy a surcharge of between $100 and $200 per TEU, effective from October 16, to adjust to the higher port costs
IRS marks delivery of deck cargo ship HAITENG 007 Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has announced the successful delivery of the deck cargo ship HAITENG 007 (IMO 1063504, GT 14,399), built under IRS classification at Qindong Shipyard, China. The project highlighted IRS's focus on quality, precision, and collaboration across all departments, from planning to final delivery. The vessel's owner, HK Haiteng Shipping Limited, praised IRS's Qingdao Of
ONE delays launch of new Greece branch Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a delay in the launch of its new branch, Ocean Network Express (Europe) Limited - Greece Foreign Branch, which will now commence operations by the end of 2025 instead of the initially planned date. The new ONE Greece Branch will oversee sales, operations, and customer service activities once all regulatory formalities are completed. The company confirmed
Neptune Pacific adjusts local charges in Solomon Islands Neptune Pacific Line has announced a revision of local charges in Honiara, effective 13 November 2025. The update reflects increased cargo handling costs imposed by the ports and is intended to ensure the continued delivery of reliable and efficient services across the Solomon Islands. In a notice to customers, the company stated that the rate adjustments are necessary to maintain service quality
SWS and TCC Group celebrate two new Aframax Tankers Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding (SWS) has marked the naming of two new 114,000 DWT Aframax product tankers built for Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Ltd. (TCC Group), celebrating the renewal of a partnership that began more than two decades ago. The vessels, named CSK JUBILEE and KWK REVELATION, were unveiled during a dual naming ceremony held at SWS. Following the event, the KWK REVELATIO
C.H. Robinson launches new Asset Management System C.H. Robinson has launched a new Asset Management System (AMS) within its Drop Trailer Plus program, giving shippers greater control, visibility, and efficiency. Firstly, the system uses GPS tracking and real-time operational data to turn thousands of trailers into connected, intelligent assets. Linked with the company's AI-driven Navisphere platform, AMS helps customers make faster and more cost
Parcelhero appoints Cynthia LaRue as first Chief Revenue Officer UK-based logistics comparison group Parcelhero has appointed Cynthia LaRue, a global shipping and e-commerce expert, as its first Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). LaRue, based in Greater Houston, Texas, joins the company as it prepares to launch Parcelhero Pro. This is a new end-to-end shipping and fulfilment platform designed for e-commerce businesses. With extensive experience in international logi
SeaLead upgrades 5CX Service linking Asia - Mediterranean Global shipping line SeaLead has announced a major upgrade to its Five Seas Express (5CX) service, introducing a new routing structure designed to boost efficiency and strengthen links between the Far East and the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal. The revamped weekly service will connect major ports including Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, Nansha, Alexandria, Aliaga, Istanbul, Mersin, Jeddah, and Por
Port of Long Beach moves record cargo while cutting emissions Cleaner cargo movement and stronger sustainability performance in 2024 The Port of Long Beach moved record cargo volumes in 2024 while continuing to reduce harmful emissions. A new annual emissions inventory confirms that the Port is exceeding its long-term clean air goals. Record Cargo, Lower Emissions The 2024 report shows strong progress since 2005. The Port cut diesel particulates by 90% , ni
Grieg Maritime winds down ship recycling arm Norway's Grieg Green, the ship recycling and ESG advisory arm of Grieg Maritime Group, is closing down after 15 years of operation, citing tough market conditions and rising competition that make it difficult for premium service providers to stay viable. The Bergen-based company said the decision, effective immediately, follows an extended period of challenging conditions ...
NYK seals CTV newbuild deal for domestic offshore wind project Japan's Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has signed a long-term charter deal with Oga Katagami Akita Offshore Green Energy for a domestically built crew transfer vessel (CTV) that will serve the country's first offshore wind farm developed in general sea areas. The vessel will be built by Kosaba Shipbuilding and will operate off Oga, Katagami and ...
CMA CGM turns to India for six feeder newbuilds France's CMA CGM has signed a letter of intent with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) to build six LNG-powered feeder containerships, marking the first-ever order by a global liner operator at an Indian yard. The 1,700 teu vessels are valued at around $300m in total. A formal shipbuilding contract outlining technical and commercial terms will follow ...
Petrobras hires two more DOF vessels Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won two long-term contracts in Brazil with state-owned oil firm Petrobras. Petrobras hired the 2005-built Skandi Chieftain and the 2009-built Skandi Olympia on a four-year contract. The two contracts have a combined value of approximately $200m. Both vessels will operate with one work-class ROV and are expected to start ...
SMM: Shipping gears up for AI and efficiency push Global shipowners, yards, and suppliers are gearing up for a new investment cycle focused on fleet efficiency, artificial intelligence, and sustainability, according to the latest SMM Maritime Industry Report (MIR) released ahead of next year's shipping exhibition in Hamburg. The survey, conducted by Hamburg Messe und Congress (HMC) and market research firm mindline, shows the ...
DNV unveils public e-methanol tender portal DNV has launched what it calls the industry's first public tender portal for e-methanol procurement in the EU and UK, aiming to help bridge the gap between producers and industrial offtakers as demand for cleaner fuels accelerates. The new online platform will connect a leading European e-methanol producer with buyers across shipping, heavy industry and ...
Price gap widens between Japanese and Chinese-built tonnage The price divide between Japanese and Chinese-built bulk carriers is widening, as fresh sales highlight buyers' ongoing preference for Japanese tonnage. With shipbrokers back at their desks after the Mid-Autumn Festival break, dry bulk sale-and-purchase activity has picked up pace, even as the number of candidates on the market continues to swell. Values, however, are ...
IMO's Net-Zero Framework sails into political storm This week's extraordinary Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) session - running from today through to Friday - will see International Maritime Organization (IMO) member states debate a monumental consolidation: a draft of the entire MARPOL Annex VI (Air Pollution by Ships), including the controversial Net-Zero Framework (NZF). The proposed text stretches 120 pages and comprises ...
VLCC sales heat up across the age spectrum Sales of very large crude carriers (VLCCs) are driving the secondhand market, with both modern and vintage units changing hands at firm prices amid strong sentiment in the crude tanker sector. China's Landbridge Holdings has been among the most active sellers. The company has reportedly sold the 2019-built, 308,000-dwt Landbridge Horizon for about $103m, with ...
Golden Energy Offshore secures two new PSV deals Norway's Golden Energy Offshore Services (GEOS) has entered into two new term contracts for two of its PSVs. Names of the vessels were not revealed. However, the company said that they will be chosen from the company's several PX121 design vessels. In its fleet, the company has three such vessels - the Energy Paradise, Energy ...
Iran's tankers flicker back to life on AIS Most Iranian-flagged tankers are now transmitting properly over AIS without spoofing for the first time since 2018, according to analysis by TankerTrackers.com, citing two different AIS data providers. "The timing of this event makes it all the more curious after seven and a half years of wholesale AIS manipulation by the National Iranian Tanker Company ...
Port fees become the new tariffs in US-China maritime showdown China has officially started collecting special port fees from US-owned, operated, built, or flagged vessels on Tuesday but said Chinese-built ships will be exempted from the levies. Empty ships entering Chinese shipyards for repair have also been exempted from payment, in last-minute tweaks to the new ruling. Beijing first announced the move on Friday in ...
Ming Yang targets Scotland for $2bn offshore wind investment Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Ming Yang Smart Energy has announced plans to create the UK's largest wind turbine manufacturing facility, to be located in Scotland. The three-phase project will involve investing up to £1.5bn ($2bn) in a new wind turbine factory for offshore and floating offshore projects for the UK and for export, creating up ...
Greenpeace threatens to sue Crown Estate for pushing up offshore wind costs The UK arm of environmental group Greenpeace has warned the Crown Estate, King Charles's property management company, that it would be suing it over "monopoly profiteering" at the expense of bill payers and offshore wind developers. The Crown Estate is the legal owner of the entire UK seabed outside of Scotland, and it runs auctions ...
TS Lines quits the transpacific TS Lines will quit the transpacific trades from next month when it withdraws its single vessel operated on the Asia-US west coast (AWC) service that is jointly operated with SeaLead and KMTC. According to Linerlytica, an Asia-based consultancy, the 2,954 teu TS Tacoma will end its AWC rotation at Busan on October 29 and will ...
Beijing places sanctions on Hanwha Ocean's American assets China has sanctioned five American subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean, the South Korean shipbuilder formerly known as Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, claiming the company was involved in the US probe into the Chinese shipping industry. The sanctioned subsidiaries include Hanwha Shipping LLC, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Hanwha Ocean USA International LLC, Hanwha Shipping Holdings LLC, and ...
Wah Kwong forms dry bulk venture with Wuhu Shipyard Hong Kong shipowner Wah Kwong has teamed with China's Yingxing Leasing and Wuhu Shipyard to launch a joint venture called Huaxing Shipping, with an initial order for twelve 64,500 dwt ultramax dry bulk carriers at Wuhu. "This landmark deal highlights China's growing synergy between industrial manufacturing and maritime finance, driving the next wave of low-carbon ...
Climate divisions laid bare ahead of final Net-Zero Framework vote The IMO heard familiar arguments for and against the Net-Zero Framework at the beginning of a week of pivotal talks...
Why the Win Win case was anything but what the name suggests Court of Appeal ruling was key test for recent legislation, says Hill Dickinson
India's Cochin Shipyard lands landmark boxship newbuild deal linked to CMA CGM Cochin Shipyard has announced a letter of intent from a 'prominent European client' for six regional feeders
Rise in questionable seafarer CVs amid global talent shortage With verification becoming harder, shipowners are urged to tighten vetting procedures amid growing threats to safety and compliance
Shipowner fightback against big P&I rate hikes could start soon, says Standard & Poor's But impending renewal round will see eighth successive year of higher 'ticket to trade' insurance bills
Beijing blacklists Hanwha Ocean subsidiaries amid rising US-China maritime tensions Beijing has stepped up its maritime retaliation against Washington, launching investigations and sanctions targeting entities that supported US trade measures...
Korea Shipowners' Association urges Posco to drop HMM bid Association officially requests Posco to withdraw its potential acquisition of HMM, citing a lack of industry expertise and past failure...
Wah Kwong's new joint venture orders up to 12 bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard The joint venture places an order for up to 12 64,500 dwt ultramax bulk carriers, valued at around $400m
Biofuels bunkering on the rise in Singapore Bio-blended MFO sees highest uptick among biofuel variants
Eagle S appeal could be heading for Finnish Supreme Court, lawyer warns Litigation could go on for years, said Pia Bräysy of DLA Piper's Helsinki offic
The Daily View: Port fees are here. Let the market chaos begin
Daily Briefing IMO should adopt, then fix, the Net-Zero Framework | Beijing issues detailed rules for reciprocal port fees targeting US-linked vessels...
Stakeholders differ on Newsom's move to kill automation ban at California ports The ILWU is warning the state's governor of political consequences, while maritime employers say the decision preserves the integrity of collective bargaining.
Beijing exempts US-flag vessels built in China from retaliatory port fees But the move comes as China's Transport Ministry launched an investigation into how the country's maritime industry and supply chains will be impacted by the US Trade Representative's section 301 port charges and tariffs.
CMA CGM, SeaLead revamp Red Sea sailings after Gaza truce But it will take several months of sustained peace before liners are confident enough of safe passage to redirect mainline services through the Suez Canal, according to an HSBC report.
'High stakes' IMO decarbonization meeting begins in London IMO member states should focus on the substance of the proposed net-zero framework and not on opposition to the measures, was Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez's message as the four-day session got underway.
Downward shift in India-Europe ocean rates intensifies amid market volatility The persistent pressure on India-Europe rates comes despite sporadic capacity cuts implemented by major carriers.
'It's really a nightmare': US-listed shipowners roll with the punches amid war of port fees Vessels in transit sped up to reach China before fees imposed
'In crisis': Robert Bugbee pours cup of vinegar into the capital markets punch bowl Public companies may look healthy, but Scorpio president sees danger at the door
Norway pulls plug on world's first ship tunnel amid spiralling costs Pioneering project is just too expensive, prime minister says
Hanwha Group takes stock of shock China sanctions on its US companies Newbuilding market players speak of 'rabbit in headlights' moment for the industry
US 'giant slush fund' jibe rebuffed by IMO on first day of key carbon talks in London Majority of states speak in favour of carbon pricing scheme despite opposition from fossil fuel producers
Grieg Green shuts down after years in the red Green demolition advisory service has not turned a profit since 2020
Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to significantly intensify pressure on container shipping The potential return of vessels to the Suez Canal is just one factor that will see rates slump
World's largest container shipowner plots bid for budget airliner giant easyJet Gianluigi Aponte's MSC eyes takeover bid for no-frills airline, says report
John Fredriksen's DOF adds ship charters, taking Brazilian business to more than $1bn in two months Norwegian group continues to build backlog with Petrobras and others
Western Bulk Chartering to pounce on volatility caused by China's rare earth minerals export ban Latest geopolitical unrest opens up potential, says dry operator
Karpowerships spinoff builds out next-generation FSRUs as demand signals and business case strengthen Kinetics has mapped out growth plans to 2030
US and Saudi Arabia fail in first attempt to derail key shipping climate talks First salvos fired as member states tussle to support or challenge adoption of new IMO carbon rules
Pacific Basin director quits as owner scrambles to avoid being caught in port fee crosshairs Hong Kong owner announces a series of boardroom changes
First Polar Silk Road container ship arrives in UK from China after crossing Arctic Pilot sailing slices seven days off Suez Canal route
Ex-US Navy rear admiral hired by Hanwha a week before Chinese sanctions landed Tom Anderson was recruited just before measures against five Hanwha Ocean units amid rising Sino-US rivalry
Africa plans copycat carbon fee if IMO fails to deliver on equitable fuel transition Vessels heading to and leaving continent's ports set to be charged emission fees
Greek owner Minerva Marine lines up tankers for sale in fleet clearout Andreas Martinos offloads ships from the vintage end of his fleet
John Fredriksen-backed owner wins BP drillship contract at $400,000 per day US-listed Valaris signs up vessel for work in Egypt
Sea Consortium linked to sale of its seventh container ship of the year Shipowning arm of X-Press feeders continues to renew fleet
'Imperfect' deal is best option to cut carbon emissions, says IMO chief Net-zero plan will reduce long-term costs for shipping, Arsenio Dominguez tells crunch four-day meeting
Chaos coming: Crude tanker markets to be 'upended' by Chinese port fees, broker BRS says Uncertainty and delays could push rates higher
A day at the races: Runners and riders battle for alternative fuels advantage Fuelling players jostle to back their favourites as the IMO deliberates
Norway pulls plug on world's first ship tunnel amid spiralling costs Pioneering project is just too expensive, prime minister says
Record-breaking year beckons for LNG fixtures as rates wallow New liquefaction project approvals and LNG sales signal a fresh wave of newbuilding orders, Fearnleys says
US director falls victim to Chinese port fee rules at Greek shipowner Danaos Corp Container ship giant says there was no dispute with the company as William Repko leaves
Ship with chequered safety history sinks in Black Sea Joint operation launched by Turkey, Bulgaria and Romania after a distress call from the elderly Eileen
China sanctions five Hanwha Marine firms as Beijing and Washington trade blows South Korea was the first nation to invest in the revival of the US shipbuilding sector
DHT reveals jump in fourth quarter VLCC rates New York-listed DHT Holdings has driven up average spot levels
Hengli Shipbuilding adds VLCC and bulker newbuildings to swelling orderbook Sources tell TradeWinds the buyer is European as Chinese yard stacks VLCC orderbook
Wallenius Wilhelmsen gives up on financial forecasting as US hikes car carrier fees Analysts predict significantly higher costs for owners
Harry Vafias defends Greek S&P pole position with fresh string of bulker buys Greek owner's private bulker arm has agreed to acquire at least three Japanese-built vessels
China shows its softer side with update on port fees targeting US-linked vessels Ministry of transport update leaves questions unanswered over applying fees to companies with 25% US control
China's update on US port fees shows softer side 25% US-held equity stake determination remains murky
New joint venture Huaxing Shipping forges order for up to 12 ultramax bulkers Huaxing was established by Wah Kwong Maritime, YingXing Financial Leasing and Wuhu Shipyard
Pacific Basin bets on methanol-fuelled ships to meet IMO decarbonisation rules Hong Kong bulker giant says methanol offers best near-term path to IMO compliance
Sea Consortium sells off its seventh container ship of the year Shipowning arm of X-Press feeders continues to renew fleet
Idan Ofer orders up to eight container ship newbuildings worth over $340m Latest deal brings the tycoon's spending on orders for new boxships this year to over $2.2bn
China strengthens global lead in shipbuilding with surge in high-end deliveries Chinese shipyards command 64% of newbuild orders in past five years
Canada Post restarts operations, manages delays from rolling strikes Canada Post is operating again after a national strike by workers, but new rolling strikes by the union are creating delivery outages and complicating logistical plans.
New China sanctions on South Korean company aiding U.S. shipbuilding China announced sanctions on the U.S. units of a South Korean company aiding U.S. shipbuilding.
Despite U.S. decline, global container traffic sets new record Global container traffic posted strong results in August, with North American a notable exception, according to newly-released data.
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