NTSB: Engine failure leads to $2.4 million passenger vessel fire Debris in an engine's lube oil system led to a diesel engine failure and an engine room fire aboard a passenger vessel docked in Portland, Maine, the National Transportation Safety Board said
Ship Repair USA: Efficient ship repair starts with smart strategy At Marine Log's Ship Repair USA 2025 conference, taking place June 10-11 in New Orleans, Ryan Patrick Woerner of Bayonne Drydock & Repair will share practical insights into reducing costs while maintaining
BW LPG rolls out Oceanly digital solutions fleetwide Looking to use advanced vessel reporting and performance monitoring to improve fleet performance, the world's largest LPG carrier operator, BW LPG, is implementing digital solutions from Rapallo, Italy-headquartered Oceanly fleetwide. Oceanly says
Container Lines Struggle as US-China Trade War Reshapes Global Shipping Patterns The geopolitical implications of a sharp downturn in US-China container trade, especially within the context of an intensifying trade war, are profound
Noatum Maritime sets new standard with all-electric units Noatum Maritime has strengthened its commitment to sustainable maritime operations through two key investments: the acquisition of the GCC's first fully electric hydrofoiling pilot boat and the purchase of two all-electric tugboats. These zero-emission vessels form a core part of Noatum Maritime's broader decarbonisation strategy. The region's first 100% electric Artemis EF-12 Pilot boat represen
Global Trade Volatility Casts Shadow Over Shipping Sector The global shipping sector is entering a period of heightened volatility and uncertainty, as leading trade forecasting organizations revise their economic outlooks downward amid escalating trade tensions. Several key institutions, long regarded as benchmarks for shipping trade forecasts, have adjusted their projections in response to former President Donald Trump's intensifying tariff policies. T
Hapag-Lloyd introduces new rates from Indian Sub and Middle East to North America Hapag-Lloyd will apply a General Rate Increase (GRI) / General Rate Adjustment (GRA) from the Indian Subcontinent and the Middle East to North America for cargo transported in 20' and 40' dry, reefer and special containers, including high cube equipment. This GRI/ GRA adjustment will be implemented for all containers gated in full from 20 May and will be valid until further notice. The GRI amount
Peel Ports to invest over US$13 million in Heysham Port Peel Ports Group has decided to invest GB£10 million (US$13.4 million) in Heysham Port to increase capacity and efficiencies at the site, which is an important trade link between the UK mainland, the Island of Ireland and the Isle of Man. Peel Ports will make the substantial investment to future-proof operations and resilience, as well as support customers in increasing volumes they can pass thro
Port of Rotterdam reaches 3.3 million TEUs in first quarter Port of Rotterdam has increased its container throughput by 2.2% to 3.3 million TEUs in the first quarter of 2025. However, in terms of tonnage, throughput shows a decrease of 1.1% compared to the same period last year. This difference is caused by an 8.1% decrease in the export of full containers, according to the port's statement. Export containers are heavier, which means that the average weig
Japanese firms to build new terminals at Matarbari Deep Sea Port Bangladesh awarded contracts to two Japanese companies - Penta-Ocean Construction and TOA Corporation - to build one container terminal and one multipurpose terminal at Matarbari Deep Sea Port in Cox's Bazar district. Under the deal, a 460-meter container terminal and a 300-meter multipurpose jetty will be built, allowing 350-meter and 200-meter ships to take berth at the new terminals. Container
CMA CGM applies new PSS from North Europe to North America French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced a new peak season surcharge (PSS) from North Europe to the United States, Canada and Mexico. In particular, from 15 May until further notice, the Marseille-based box line will apply the following PSS from all ports in North Europe, including North France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland, Baltic, North Spain (Bilbao, Gijon) and excluding Port
Port Houston container volumes rebound in March Port Houston's March container activity marked a rebound after a fog-impacted February. Box volumes reached 386,864 TEUs for the month, translating to a 7% increase compared to the same month in 2023. Year-to-date container volumes at Port Houston's public terminals surpassed 1 million TEUs, reaching 1,068,695 TEUs and essentially flat compared to last year. "While March was a solid month for us,
Wan Hai website hacked in Good Friday attack The website of the Taiwanese liner operator Wan Hai Lines was shut down for three days after being hacked on Friday (18 April). In a filing to the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Wan Hai spokesperson Laura Su said: "After discovering the hacking attack, our company immediately initiated various security protection measures and Isolate and handle the case, and cooperate with the commissioned foreign securi
Port of Thessaloniki reports record high revenue and volumes Thessaloniki Port Authority (ThPA) announced its results for the fiscal year 2024. Despite a challenging global environment marked by geopolitical instability, conflicts, and supply chain disruptions, the Greek port delivered record-breaking performance across all major sectors. The container terminal throughput rose to 566,000 TEUs, an increase of 9% or 46,000 TEUs compared with the previous yea
Port of Antwerp-Bruges boosts box throughput despite total freight downturn The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported mixed operational results for the first quarter of 2025. Total freight volume declined by 4% year-on-year, falling to 67.7 million tonnes. Despite the overall drop, key cargo segments-including containers and roll-on/roll-off (Ro/Ro) traffic-registered growth, highlighting underlying resilience in critical areas of the port's operations. The Port of Antwerp-Bru
Ocean Carriers Slash Transpacific Capacity Amid Tariff Turmoil According to analysts at Sea-Intelligence, the current political landscape is marked by extreme volatility, with tariffs being imposed and lifted at a rapid pace. In this climate of uncertainty, both shipping lines and cargo owners are opting for short-term adjustments to their supply chains, holding off on major long-term network changes until the situation stabilizes. For the period from the 16
Malaysia as Trade Bridge Amid Rising Global Tensions As new U.S. tariffs disrupt established supply chains, Malaysian ports appear to be weathering the storm with resilience. Recent data reveals sustained growth in port connectivity at two of Malaysia's key maritime gateways. Port Klang, the nation's primary cargo hub, recorded a 5.3% increase in connectivity between Q1 2024 and Q1 2025. Meanwhile, Tanjung Pelepas, a major transshipment port, exper
Maritime Risk Grows for Regional Ports Amid Possible Ground Offensive Against Houthis Yemeni forces opposed to the Houthis are engaged in discussions with the United States and Gulf Arab partners about launching a potential ground offensive to drive the militant group from the Red Sea coast, according to Bloomberg. These talks follow roughly a month of US-led airstrikes against the Houthis, initiated by President Donald Trump. So far, the aerial campaign has not succeeded in halti
Yang Ming adds new boxes in fleet renewal push Yang Ming's Board of Directors has approved a plan to renew the company's container fleet through the construction of a new batch of containers. Yang Ming's container replacement plan is set to reduce the maintenance and repair costs, minimize cargo damage, meet operational needs, and enhance transportation capacity, according to the company's statement. The new containers, including ISO dry cont
Yang Ming Board greenlights Kaohsiung terminal lease extension The Board of Directors of Yang Ming has approved the extension of the lease of Terminal No.70 at Kaohsiung Port in Taiwan for another 20 years. Yang Ming's wholly owned subsidiary, Hong Ming Terminal & Stevedoring Corp, is the official operator of the container terminal. Kaohsiung Port has served as a key hub of Yang Ming's global service network since 1980. With its strategic location, highway a
Konecranes to deliver new RTGs to Brazil's first private container terminal Portonave, the first private box terminal in Brazil, located in the southern part of the country, has ordered 14 fully electric RTGs from Konecranes. The order, which is the first deal between Konecranes and the Brazilian terminal, was booked in the fourth quarter of 2024, and the equipment will be delivered in mid-2026. The road to zero tailpipe emissions operation in container handling, Ecolift
KAG takes over US-based liquid bulk transport specialist North America's largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, Kenan Advantage Group (KAG), has announced the acquisition of M.C. Tank Transport (MC Tank), a diversified transportation company specializing in the delivery of liquid bulk chemicals in tankers and ISO containers. MC Tank operates from eight terminal locations and three ISO container depots throughout the Southeast and Midwes
Port Esbjerg completes fairway deepening project Denmark's Port Esbjerg has announced the completion of the deepening of its fairway from 9.3 to 12.8 metres, as well as the relocation of over 3.7 million cubic metres of seabed material along the 21.6-kilometre route through Grådyb. Funded by the European Union's infrastructure programme, the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), the initiative, named NORTHERNSEALYTS project, was completed on time a
Maersk opens new warehouse facility in Senegal Maersk inaugurated its new state-of-the-art warehouse facility in Senegal, highlighting the company's efforts to enhance its presence in West Africa. The facility's location provides multiple benefits for customers, including proximity to end markets, manufacturing operations, and port facilities that are within a distance of 10 kilometres. Thomas Theeuwes, Managing Director for Maersk West Afric
Geoquip secures German North Sea wind farm contract Swiss-based offshore geotechnical data acquisition specialist Geoquip Marine has been awarded a survey contract by clean energy asset manager Luxcara for the Waterekke offshore wind farm in the German North Sea. The Njord Partners' portfolio company, led by former PGS boss Rune Pedersen, said the work scope involves a detailed geotechnical survey to characterise subsurface ...
Two crewmen injured as OSV hits wind turbine in Dutch North Sea The Royal Dutch Sea Rescue Society (KNRM) has stated that it evacuated two injured crewmen from an OSV that hit the base of an offshore wind turbine in the North Sea. The 1990-built Glomar Venture, owned by the Dutch offshore support vessel player Glomar, made a call for medical evacuation around 7 am local time ...
PXGEO gets new chairman and CEO Marine seismic player PXGEO has appointed industry veteran Charles Davison as executive chairman and chief executive officer, effective immediately, in a strategic leadership transition that marks "the beginning of a new chapter" for the four-year-old company. Davison brings more than 30 years of experience in growing, modernising and transforming international businesses, with a background in ...
MSC in for more Hengli megamaxes Gianluigi Aponte's Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has returned to Hengli Heavy Industry for a new series of LNG dual-fuel megamax containerships. Shipbuilding sources in China report the Swiss-based liner giant has signed up for six 22,000 teu newbuilds at the yard formerly known as STX Dalian. Soren Toft-led MSC and Hengli Heavy signed a strategic ...
Over a dozen injured in Petrobras platform fire A total of 14 workers were injured after a fire broke out on Petrobras' Cherne 1 platform (PCH-1) in the Campos Basin, some 130 km off Rio de Janeiro. Initially, Petrobras reported that one service provider suffered minor burns and was conscious, however, the number rose to 14 as more time passed. It was also ...
Adani Ports strikes $2.5bn deal for Australian coal terminal India's largest private ports and logistics company, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), has acquired the North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT) in Australia in a non-cash deal worth about $2.54bn. The transaction involves the purchase of Abbot Point Port Holdings (APPH), a Singapore-based entity currently owned by Carmichael Rail and Port Singapore holdings, which ...
Vallourec wins pipe deal for Brazilian project from Allseas Swiss-based marine construction specialist Allseas has picked French tubing manufacturer Vallourec to supply line pipes for Petrobras' Búzios 10 offshore project. This contract represents nearly 18,000 tonnes of subsea seamless premium carbon steel line pipes for the risers and flowlines. The contract includes an optional scope of almost 5,000 tonnes. The contract also includes Vallourec's ...
Google pens first Asia Pacific offshore wind power deal US technology firm Google has signed its first offshore wind power purchase agreement in the Asia Pacific region. The company will purchase renewable energy from the Fengmiao 1 offshore wind project, developed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners. The wind farm is located 35 km off the coast of Taichung and has a capacity of 500MW. The ...
ICTSI to expand Rio de Janeiro port facilities Global port operator International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI) has bought a 47% interest in a former shipyard, Estaleiro Inhaúma, in Rio de Janeiro, which will be used to expand its port facilities in the city. "In the immediate future, the said property will be used by ICTSI Rio Brazil as additional capacity for its ...
Geneva Dry Dialogues: Weathernews Shipowners are asking for easy-to-use solutions, offering a one-stop shop, according to Joachim Gerlach, senior sales manager at Weathernews, one of the world's largest private weather information companies. "Customers are facing more and more systems in their everyday operations, and being able to integrate as much as possible into one unique interface is key," Gerlach ...
Tar balls wash up on Canadian shoreline near grounded MSC boxship Tar balls have emerged on beaches near to where the MSC Baltic III remains grounded on Canada's eastern seaboard, with the boxship remaining firmly lodged in place more than two months after it ran into difficulties. The Canadian Coast Guard has said there is still no sign of any persistent pollution coming from the wrecked ...
Philly Shipyard steps forward to meet US LNG carrier requirements The Korean-controlled Philly Shipyard is gearing up to build the first LNG carriers in America since the 1970s. Following last week's announcement by the US Trade Representative (USTR) on port fees designed to boost American shipbuilding, Hanhwa Ocean, which bought Philly Shipyard last year, has said it will embark on a project to build gas ...
FMC classifies Chipolbrok as a controlled carrier The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in the US has classified the Chinese-Polish Joint Stock Shipping Company (Chipolbrok) as a controlled carrier of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and is adding it to the commission's controlled carrier list. The company, with 31 MPPs in its fleet, is jointly owned by the governments of the PRC ...
Fear of grey boxes Andrew Craig-Bennett on another virulent form of sea blindness. Timor arcium griseorum. I hope I have got the Latin for "" correct, because it is the widespread fear - almost a medical condition - of container shipping that I want to write about. There was a time when fear of the grey ...
EXCLUSIVE: How an LPG tanker's maiden voyage ended with the US sanctioning a sprawling Iranian gas network A 2024-built very large gas carrier, Tinos I, arrived in Houston on June 2024 on its maiden voyage but has...
LNG will remain the cheapest fuel through to 2035 under IMO rules IMO and EU regulations make LNG the cheapest ship fuel until 2035, according to consultancy Rystad Energy, which projected VLSFO...
Stolt-Nielsen to build new Turkish terminal The terminal at Ceyhan will feature a polypropylene production plant with an annual production capacity of 472,500 tonnes
Elderly boxships and sanctioned aframax tanker consigned to shipbreakers Eleven vessels were reported sold for recycling in the past two weeks with activity dominated by 1990s-built cargoships
New guidelines on car carrier fire response from industry experts High-profile casualties include Höegh Xiamen, Felicity Ace, Grande Costa d'Avorio and Fremantle Highway
The week in newbuildings: Ordering picks up across most vessel sectors Orders for one offshore vessel, five gas carriers, six bulkers, six boxships, 11 ro-paxes and 17 tankers recorded in past...
The week in charts: February slump raises red flag for container demand | New IMO framework gets cautious welcome | Armed robbery incidents surge in Singapore Strait Global container volumes fell significantly more than expected in February, with a 13.6% drop from January; shipping groups are trying...
Fall in liquid bulk drives Antwerp's throughput decline Container throughput increased 4.5% in the first quarter, insulating one of Europe's biggest ports against a larger fall in cargo...
Cosco condemns US actions as geopolitical tensions reshape maritime trade Rising geopolitical tensions and trade curbs trigger service cuts, pricing pressure and global supply chain uncertainty
Adani acquires key Australian export terminal The Indian port and logistics giant will issue shares to the seller instead of paying cash for the key export...
Hyundai Glovis expects limited impact from US port fee Company says with very few US-built car carriers and port fees levied on all foreign-built vehicle transporters, global car carrier...
Ports and box carriers push back on USTR plan There is no disagreement the final iteration of the US Trade Representative is much improved compared with the February proposal...
LPG relatively unscathed from USTR plan, but Chinese owners likely to exit US trades The USTR plan was unveiled last week, and its final version provided much relief to exporters of energy commodities, with...
Cosco slams US port fees as other carriers reckon with potential costs Shippers and ocean carriers told the Journal of Commerce they are reviewing the USTR actions to estimate how the fees will flow down to freight costs.
US tariffs threaten a 'refresh wave' of US electronics sales, imports US electronics imports are riding a wave of cyclical replacement, but tariffs could bring on an ebb tide.
Three air freight majors form global alliance to expand network reach Qatar, IAG and MASkargo plan to get their trilateral partnership off the ground as soon as regulatory approval is secured.
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Antwerp-Bruges passes Rotterdam to become Europe's busiest box port But executives at both northern range hubs highlighted the extreme volatility of the first three months and the US tariff-driven uncertainty that lies ahead.
Asia-US blank sailing forecast for May increasing amid cancellations The increase in blank sailings coincides with the Port of Los Angeles' expectation that container volumes will plunge 14% month over month in week 18 and 38.6% in week 19.
Italian shipping mourns loss of much loved shipbroker Aldo Frulio Neapolitan broker was 'extraordinary leader' and confidante of top Italian shipowners
US sanctions Iranian gas magnate after LPG carrier tries, but fails, to load cargo in Texas VLGC has remained anchored off US coast since July
London investment fund scoops $65m stake in shipbroking giant Clarksons Lindsell Train has built 5.08% holding in world's biggest shipbroker
TS Lines joins exodus of carriers from tariff-stricken transpacific Another carrier cuts back on hard-hit China to US trade
London private equity group revealed as major new Clarksons investor with $65m stake Lindsell Train has built 5.08% holding in world's biggest shipbroker
South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha eyes first US-built LNG carriers after port fee ruling Shipbuilder owns Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia after December takeover
Meet the behind-the-scenes team shaping Trump's maritime strategy Team led by Ian Bennitt credited for central role in bringing executive order to life
Tankers caught in tug of war between US supermajor and Venezuelan state giant Oil company asking for vessels to return to terminals in row with US
Bigging up bio and e-LNG: Shell Marine unpacks LNG's pathway decarbonisation General manager Alexandra Ebbinghaus is happy not to be a shipowner but knows the fuel she would choose
Stolt-Nielsen to build chemicals terminal as part of $2bn Turkish project Stolthaven Terminals unit partners with Ronesans Holding on landmark deal
Zim pulls transpacific service as US shipments face 'booking freeze' Liner companies rein in capacity amid impact of US-China tariff war
Owners to move ahead with pending orders at Chinese yards as US exempts more tonnage, HSBC says Analysts believe scaled-back port fee scheme has reduced uncertainty over newbuildings
VLCC rates hit four-week high as sanctions boost mainstream fixing Greek consultancy Novisea notes strained supply chains as charterers moved to secure ships before Easter break
Greek utility plots tanker charters to bring in water to drought-hit Athens Three ships could be fixed to lift supplies from Achelous River
Shipowners on the hook for $18bn US port fees bill under watered-down proposal, Clarksons calculates Diluted measures would have affected 9% of port calls last year, research company says
Donald Trump's tariffs on steel imports could drive down scrap prices, recycling sector sources say Realigning of global steel market could lead to reduction in recycled steel demand
Back diversity campaign with cash, IMO tells nations Five-year strategy to promote the visibility and opportunities for women is hampered by lack of data and money
Excelerate Energy selling $700m of bonds after sealing $1bn New Fortress deal US FSRU owner lines up big offering to fund acquisition of Jamaican LNG business
VLCC rates hit four-week high as sanctions boost mainstream fixing Greek consultancy Novisea notes strained supply chains as charterers moved to secure ships before Easter break
The rise and fall of Indian tanker mogul accused of operating in Iran's dark fleet Fleet of 27 tankers idle after US tightens sanctions net
Maersk gets second downgrade in a week as trade war fears create 'bleak outlook' for boxships Investment bank slaps a 'sell' rating on Danish giant's shares
Strategy boss Camilla Pierrepont adds to stake in bulker owner Taylor Maritime Company director buys 100,000 shares on London Stock Exchange
'Bleak outlook' for container ships as trade war prompts Fearnley to downgrade Maersk Investment bank slaps a 'sell' rating on Danish giant's shares
Adnoc L&S circulates steam turbine LNG carrier for sale But company is sidestepping demolition and wants a trading buy
Donald Trump's tariffs on steel imports could drive down scrap prices, recycling sector sources say Realigning of global steel market could lead to reduction in recycled steel demand
The rise and fall of Indian tanker mogul accused of operating in Iran's dark fleet Fleet of 27 tankers idle after US tightens sanctions net
Analyst sees US port fees presenting 'potential negative' for US container and vehicle imports Stifel says fees add to tariff environment that is already hurting trade volume
Broad US stocks sell-off inflicts more punishment on shipping shares Dollar sinks to three-year low as investors pursue 'Sell America' campaign
'Confidence level very high' as WinGD hurtles towards first ammonia engine delivery Chief executive says 'human-centric' approach essential as gas carrier seafarers contribute to safety measures
Shares of largest US-flag container carrier plunge under Trump tariffs Shares of Matson, the largest U.S.-flag shipping line, are collateral damage in President Donald Trump's trade war.
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