ABS and Persona AI aim to bring humanoid robots to shipyards Could humanoid robots help solve some shipyard labor shortage issues? Houston-based AI startup Persona AI, founded in 2024 by former Nauticus Robotics CEO Nic Radford, has entered a collaboration with ABS that
Blue Water Autonomy enters production agreement with Conrad Shipyard Marking a major step forward in its plan to deploy autonomous surface vessels at fleet scale, Boston-based Blue Water Autonomy reports that it has entered into a production agreement with Conrad Shipyard.
Greencarrier Consolidators appoints new CEO Greencarrier Consolidators has appointed Tim Jurischka as its new CEO, effective 1 October 2025. Jurischka is well known within the company, having served as CEO for the CEE Region (Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic). During his tenure, the region saw strong growth, new office openings, and the development of a dedicated team. In his new role, Jurischka will focus on strengthening LCL servi
COSCO cuts air pollution at Fujian Terminal COSCO SHIPPING Europe has introduced a new system at its Fujian Petrochemical Terminal to cut air pollution from fuel and chemical operations. The technology captures volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released during storage and transfer, preventing harmful gases from entering the atmosphere. Collected gases from ships, docks, and storage tanks are directed to a treatment unit that cools and filt
Momentum Logistics and Zahid Tractor partner to enhance transport solutions In a significant development for Saudi Arabia's logistics and transport sector, Momentum Logistics and Zahid Tractor have launched their partnership through the successful delivery of fuel-efficient Saudi-Made Volvo Trucks, including the most fuel-efficient and advanced FH Aero model. The handover ceremony was conducted at Momentum Logistics' Dammam facility in Saudi Arabia, with senior managemen
APM Terminals signed MoU with Nigerian Ports Authority APM Terminals' West African Container Terminal in Onne and the Nigerian Ports Authority have established a strategic partnership to accelerate decarbonization across Nigeria's port and transport ecosystem. The agreement was formalized on Monday September 22 at the Dutch Consulate in New York, during the Global African Business Initiative week, where both parties executed a memorandum of understan
Port of Riga implements digital solution for road transport Aiming to reduce truck congestion on terminal access roads, which frequently occurs during harvest season, the Port of Riga has developed and implemented a digital solution managing cargo suppliers' vehicle flow to the port. With the commencement of this year's active grain transshipment season, Latvian-grown grain cargo is being received at Port of Riga terminals. In August, following the loadin
Aker Solutions and Kongsberg Discovery team up Aker Solutions and Kongsberg Discovery are partnering to showcase a new drone detection system in Stavanger, aiming to boost security around offshore infrastructure. The system uses Kongsberg's Drone Detection Radar and marks the start of a broader rollout in the North Sea. The partnership will begin with a demonstrator at Aker Solutions' Stavanger site, before expanding offshore with additional
Egypt chose maritime resilience over recovery As Houthis disrupt Red Sea shipping, Egypt is trying to transform from vulnerable chokepoint into strategic maritime powerhouse. While global shipping lines scramble to navigate Red Sea uncertainties, Egypt has quietly embarked on a different strategy entirely: building an unassailable maritime resilience rather than waiting for disrupted trade routes to return to normal. Despite Suez Canal conta
Danelec unveils next-gen voyage data recorder Danelec, part of the GTT Group, has launched the DM100 VDR G3, the latest version of its Voyage Data Recorder platform. Designed for modern shipping, it offers enhanced safety, compliance, and connectivity for vessel operations. Building on over 20 years of experience, the DM100 VDR G3 features upgraded robustness, smarter diagnostics, and cloud-ready connectivity. It captures high-bandwidth data
GEODIS launches Southern Africa trucking service GEODIS has rolled out a new road transport service to help businesses move goods across Southern Africa. The service, which started in July, connects South Africa to ten countries in the region, offering fast and reliable logistics solutions. The Johannesburg hub acts as the core of the operation. From there, GEODIS provides flexible options for both full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (
WEC Lines restores direct Pakistan-Northwest Europe connection WEC Lines has announced the reinstatement of a direct connection between Pakistan and Northwest Europe (NWC) main ports, starting from week 41 of 2025. The move follows the suspension of direct services from Port Qasim earlier this year due to geopolitical challenges between India and Pakistan. From October 11, 2025, Karachi will be added to the weekly rotation, with the first call made by the M/
Chinese upstart launches China-Europe shuttle service through Arctic Chinese niche operator Sea Legend Shipping has launched what is said to be the first express China-Europe service through the Arctic Ocean. The ship, 4,890 TEU Istanbul Bridge, fixed from Sea Legend's affiliate Safetrans, set out from Ningbo port yesterday, after loading in Beiyi Container Terminal
ClassNK releases guidelines for safer, higher-capacity shipping Standards use weather forecasts and anti-rolling devices to optimize stowage Tokyo - ClassNK has released three new guidelines to make container shipping safer and more efficient. The standards focus on weather-based route planning, anti-rolling devices, and container stowage. The guidelines include: Safety of Maritime Cargo Based on Weather Forecasts - Defines how to use short-term weather forec
ONE launches reefer intermodal rail service in India Ocean Network Express (ONE) has introduced a new reefer intermodal rail service connecting Hyderabad to Nhava Sheva, aimed at strengthening cold chain logistics across India. The service offers a seamless, multimodal solution from inland origins to global destinations, providing customers with a competitive option for temperature-sensitive cargo. "This value-added service will deliver an addition
DP World and eCitizen partner to revolutionize Kenya's customs clearance system DP World has executed an agreement with Kenya's Electronic Citizen Solutions to deploy its advanced digital customs platform, CARGOES Customs, through the government's flagship services portal. A long-term agreement was recently executed in Nairobi, providing importers, exporters, and authorized customs agents access to one of the world's most advanced systems for managing customs declarations. M
Port of New York and New Jersey and ZAPP inaugurate EV charging hub The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and ZAPP announced the opening of a new fast electric vehicle charging hub at Newark Liberty International Airport. The eight new direct-current fast charging ports double the available fast EV charging ports at the airport to 16, as the Port Authority continues aggressive efforts to achieve its industry-leading climate objectives. The new fast chargi
DP World and Hapag-Lloyd extend partnership at Port of Santos DP World has renewed a long-term agreement with Hapag-Lloyd for container handling operations at the Port of Santos, extending their collaboration for the next ten years. The deal secures continuity of services and strengthens both companies' presence in Brazil's largest port. To meet rising demand, DP World is advancing an expansion plan at its Santos terminal. On August 21, 2025, the company br
ABS, Persona AI bring Humanoid Robots to shipyards Partnership to boost safety, productivity, and digital classification ABS and Persona AI have signed an MOU to bring humanoid robots into shipyards, aiming to improve safety and efficiency. The partnership will adapt Persona AI's humanoid robots, partly based on NASA's robotic hand technology, for shipyard tasks. Unlike fixed industrial robots, humanoid robots can move and operate in spaces desig
Everllence proves ethanol-fuelled two-stroke engine Successful testing confirms ME-LGIM engine runs on ethanol at all load points Everllence has confirmed the successful operation of a 90-bore ME-LGIM (-Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engine running on ethanol in Japan. The test marks the world's first two-stroke engine proven to run fully on ethanol. Everllence developed the ME-LGIM platform over a decade ago, with the first commercial engine ente
Busan Container Export Index drops 6.8% According to Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), Busan's container export market kept sliding last week. The KOBC Container Composite Index (KCCI) dropped 6.79% to 1,785 points, data from Korea Ocean Business Corp. (KOBC) shows. This is the second week of decline. Most trade lanes weakened. Rates to the U.S. West Coast fell 12.06% to US$2,019 per FEU. The U.S. East Coast d
Don't let the ships of the future run on deforestation Anggi Putra Prayoga, forest campaigner at Forest Watch Indonesia, argues that allowing the use of food/feed-based biofuels in shipping at the IMO could have severe negative social and environmental impacts. Indonesia should serve as a stark warning to anyone considering biofuels as a sustainable clean option. Here one fifth of the county's emissions is due ...
Singapore's maritime tech ambitions unveiled From testbed to global pace-setter, the Lion Republic is showing world maritime how to harness tech properly. The latest chapter from our brand new Singapore Market Report magazine. Singapore is steadily consolidating its role as one of the world's most dynamic maritime technology hub, blending government-led initiatives with industry collaboration and a growing ecosystem of ...
Reach Subsea orders two more USVs from Kongsberg Norwegian offshore services player Reach Subsea has exercised the first in a series of options with Kongsberg Maritime to order two more uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). The contract terms for the USVs, to be named Reach Remote 3 and Reach Remote 4, have been mutually agreed upon and remain confidential between the parties. Delivery is ...
China's aluminium push lifts seaborne bauxite to fresh records Chinese demand for bauxite is reshaping the dry bulk market, with imports of the aluminium ore hitting record levels in 2025 and pushing large carriers further into the spotlight. Between January and August, port discharges of bauxite in China reached 145.2m tonnes, up 26% on the same period last year, according to vessel tracking data ...
Jiangsu Ocean Shipping firms up boxship newbuild brace China's Jiangsu Ocean Shipping (JOSCO), the shipping arm of Jiangsu Port Group, has expanded its newbuilding programme by firming up options for two 1,930 teu container ships at Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard. The two newbuildings follow four ships of the same size ordered in May, bringing the tally at the CSSC-affiliated yard to six units. According ...
TotalEnergies extends use of DOF CSV in Argentina Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won a contract extension for one of its construction support vessels (CSV) in Argentina. French giant TotalEnergies awarded the extension to the 2000-built Skandi Patagonia CSV. The new contract will see the vessel stay with the company for another three years, with two further one-year extension options. The contract ...
Petrobras awards subsea production systems deal to TechnipFMC Offshore contracting giant TechnipFMC has been awarded a contract for subsea production systems by Brazilian state-owned giant Petrobras. TechnipFMC will design, engineer, and manufacture subsea production systems to be deployed in an array of greenfield developments, brownfield expansions, and asset revitalisations across Petrobras' extensive portfolio. The contract also covers installation supp
Deltamarin: Wind, batteries and AI set to reshape ship design as owners ramp up tech spend Deltamarin's head of research and development, Mia Elg, believes the next 12 months will bring steady but important steps for shipping technology rather than sudden leaps. "Twelve months is a short time in this industry, especially for anything new to break through in larger scale," she says. "Of the technologies that have been on piloting ...
50Hertz taps NextGeo for long-term offshore geotechnical services Offshore energy services contractor Next Geosolutions (NextGeo) has signed an eight-year framework agreement with German transmission system operator 50Hertz. Under this agreement, NextGeo will serve as the primary provider of geotechnical seabed survey services, supporting the development of offshore substations. These substations are crucial for integrating new offshore wind farms in the North
Idan Ofer's EPS moves on full CoolCo takeover Israeli billionaire Idan Ofer is moving to take LNG carrier owner Cool Company (CoolCo) private through his investment arm EPS Ventures. EPS, which already controls nearly 60% of CoolCo, is in advanced talks to buy out the remaining shares at $9.65 each in cash. The offer values the Oslo- and New York-listed firm at a ...
Splash Extra now free for all to access Splash Extra, our monthly title giving readers an incisive brief into where the shipping markets are headed, is now available for free to read. Launched in January 2019, and published on the final Wednesday of every month, Splash Extra contains a topical agenda including exclusives, the monthly take on the top news, our own analysis ...
Chinese lessors slip as MSC surges in latest owner rankings Exclusive data sent to Splash Extra from UK consultancy Maritime Strategies International shows the latest ownership tables compared to a year ago ranked by deadweight of the current fleets, not including orderbooks, offshore or cruise portfolios. Swiss-based Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC), the world's largest containerline, has posted the biggest fleet expansion of the past year, ...
Familiar pushback campaign against IMO legislation enters high gear No piece of legislation that comes out of the International Maritime Organization - or any multilateral body for that matter - is perfect. Compromises have to be sought - disappointment will be voiced at whatever the outcome. If we go back, try to remember the naysayers around double-hull tankers, or better still, the extraordinary amount ...
September 2025 Review Singapore-based product tanker giant Hafnia, part of BW Group, acquired a 14.45% holding in Danish rival Torm from Oaktree Capital Management in a deal worth about $311.4m, with many analysts suggesting this is the firing gun on a takeover bid to make a tanker company with more than 200 ships on the water. The Korea ...
VLCC rates surge in September Low oil prices continue to shape the tanker freight market. Even as price indices were bottoming out, on September 9 Saudi Arabia announced a $1 per barrel cut in its Arab Light price for Asian customers, equal to $2m off the price of a VLCC cargo. Russia's Gazprom CEO told reporters that Asian oil demand ...
Dry bulk's solid performance The Baltic Capesize Index peaked at 3,304 points on August 14 only to fall to 2,773 on September 3. But then it staged a recovery and by September 18 it was back at 3,411 points. The movement has been largely positional, with charterers aiming to keep freight rates on the big volume route from Australia ...
The non-bursting container bubble As macro data in the US, China and India weaken, there are reasons for caution about the outlook for freight rates, but they have been more resilient than most of us would have expected. On the transpacific route from China to the US west coast, freight rates on September 19 were assessed at $2,157 per ...
Analyst Abstract Tankers VLCCs tend to make headlines when one spills some of its cargo, or rates shoot through the roof. The latter happened last week, something that had been brewing all month. Rates from the Arabian Gulf to China managed to briefly surpass $100,000 a day, something not experienced since just after Russia kicked off its ...
Public shipping names dwindle as delisting trend continues The number of larger listed shipowners has been continually shrinking for the past half-decade - and there are more delistings to...
Expect higher trade costs, slower growth and more volatility, says Unctad Unctad's annual assessment of maritime trades argues that the shipping sector has entered unchartered waters and should expect years of...
IUMI Singapore: is marine insurance entering its Asian century? Lloyd's List law and insurance editor David Osler brings you analysis from IUMI's conference in Singapore, and asks whether the...
Fortescue rolls back hydrogen ambitions in latest green transition plan The company has revised its green timeline amid project delays and cutbacks
STCW update targets bullying and harassment aboard ships Owners should confirm 'trauma-informed approach' provided in basic safety training
BIMCO warns of turbulence as liner overcapacity looms large Supply glut and weak US imports set stage for volatile end to 2025
Freight rate war looming as Cosco holds line on US port fees Cosco has vowed to maintain US services despite new port fees that could cost the group more than $1bn in...
Royal Caribbean commits to fifth newbuilding and long-term partnership with Meyer Turku Royal Caribbean Group has plans afoot to replace eight older ships with a new series of vessels. Meyer Turku is...
Greek shortsea owners seek new funding alternatives Fleet has been in long-term decline and is too old to be viable
Net-Zero Framework sparks tariff and cost concerns Industry will need alignment among governments, associations and financial institutions
Eastern Pacific launches takeover bid for LNG operator CoolCo EPS aims to complete the deal by 4Q25 or 1Q26
Zodiac Maritime expands fleet amid growing global complexities Zodiac Maritime has made considerable investments in its vessel fleet with well-timed orders for newbuildings, secondhand tonnage and vessel efficiency...
Sempra approves $12bn Port Arthur LNG expansion When both phases of the project are complete, Port Arthur will be one of the biggest LNG export terminals in...
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Daily Briefing Oman is rapidly becoming a hub for Russian shipping | Cost of green hydrogen rears its ugly head | Shore...
Key Brazilian exports to US falling sharply in early aftermath of 50% tariffs The Trump administration's imposition of hefty tariffs on Brazil in August sent US bookings for coffee, sugar and orange juice plummeting in the first half of September.
Terminals, airports to restart operations after storm makes landfall in southern China But supply chains in a region stretching between south China, Taiwan and the Philippines face extensive disruption even after terminals reopen and flights resume as shippers rush to complete orders ahead of Golden Week factory closures.
Vietnam tech exports driving air freight capacity injection The role of the Southeast Asian powerhouse in global trade is accelerating, fueled by geographic advantages, a skilled workforce and consistent inflows of foreign investment, says DHL Express.
Logistics technology executives differ on coding threat to incumbent products The rise of code generation tools portends a future where even non-technical people can build software, potentially threatening the hold incumbent software-as-a-service providers have on logistics customers.
Seaspan Corp begins shifting Hong Kong links to Singapore as US fees loom At least 42 ships have moved to Singapore flag ahead of October deadline
Lopez family lodges $290m claim against Angeliki Frangou-controlled Navios Logistics Case also seeks to nullify Frangou's ability to convert Navios Logistics debt into shares
Dry-cargo trader IMI hires new head of freight from Pacific Basin Shipping IMI also has close business ties to shipbroker Windward
Seaborne trade growth to stall as geopolitical turmoils converge, says UN body UN trade agency calls for labour reforms and stronger action on decarbonising the global fleet
Paul Pathy: The man from Montreal tackles tariffs, port fees and trusting IMO with $30bn New Bimco president sorts through pressing issues in a complicated world
Mercuria beefs up gas book with deal to ship 800 LNG cargoes for Botas 20-year agreement involves ports in US, North Africa and Turkey
DOF sells veteran anchor-handler acquired in $1.1bn takeover of Maersk Supply Service Norwegian owner offloads one of its oldest vessels
Torm buys last Kristian Gerhard Jebsen-Hayfin tanker, brokers say Torm first bought eight vessels from their SKS joint venture in 2023
Chinese lease financing in focus as shipping braces for US port fee impact BW LPG boss Kristian Sorensen says new regulations could have a significant effect on major vessel types
Surging DryDel Shipping throws a Greek party, Miami style Could tankers be in the future for principal Costas Delaportas?
Fire-hit Stena Bulk tanker to leave UK port after North Sea collision Stena Immaculate was hauling a cargo of aviation fuel that caught alight in the collision with an Ernst Russ container ship
Marielena Procopiou connected with her famous father through shipping. Now she is forging her own path with signature touches Youngest daughter of Greek tycoon George Procopiou sticks to family values as she charts her own course
GasLog set to firm up second LNG carrier newbuilding amid talk of charterers Company snares 2028 berths as charterer chatter rumbles round market
MISC and Samsung Heavy Industries advance design for ammonia-fuelled LR2 tanker with fuel cell Partners secure approval in principle from class for what they claim is a 'world first'
Onassis' Olympic Shipping linked to aframax tanker exit with double divestment Brokers say 2008-built pair has fetched firm price in busy week for sale and purchase
Advantage Tankers reveals fresh VLCC and suezmax orders Expanding Swiss owner unveils more crude tanker deals in South Korea
Marco Polo adding anchor-handling newbuildings in $34m deal Singapore-listed owner getting its hands on new ships next year
Onassis' Olympic Shipping linked to aframax tanker exit with double sale Brokers say 2008-built pair has fetched firm price in busy week for sale and purchase
Swedish shipping AI start-up Cetasol lands financing from venture capital funds Gothenburg operation claims fuel savings of up to 25% from its decision-support software
Sallaum Lines hints at fresh car carrier newbuildings Family-backed company already looking into another round of orders
India to ramp up casualty response capabilities Regulator looking to set up strategic operational bases along coastline
NYK conducts its first ship-to-ship transfer of ammonia Large pilot operation carried out as delivery of first ammonia dual fuel newbuilding nears
Lars Barstad on VLCC supercycle', the 'aggressive' IMO and John Fredriksen's favourite firm Frontline CEO is the first guest on TradeWinds' new Wavelength Plus podcast
Virgin wins landmark court ruling that puts commercial shipping on notice Judge awards compensation in Ireland's first civil case over subsea cable damage
'Do not make the IMO the biggest commercial bank in the world': ICS pleads Thomas Kazakos says shipping is committed to decarbonisation as he questions regulatory direction
India's largest shipyard teams with Dutch rival Royal IHC on newbuildings SDHI says cooperation will also cover design and retrofitting
Royal Caribbean locks up Meyer Turku slots for next decade and orders next giant newbuilding Cruise giant looking to next class of ships after record-breaking Icon vessels
'Solid premium': Analysts see Idan Ofer's bid for Cool Company as 'fair' Major shipowner's move for LNG carrier firm wins early support
Hong Kong financier SeaKapital mulls strategy switch to navigate Trump's port fees CEO says potential customers want to be cautious and avoid extra costs
Western Bulk Chartering eyes Greece in global hunt for fresh talent New round of hiring follows redundancies made by the company late last year
Hong Kong financier SeaKapital mulls strategy switch to navigate Trump's port fees CEO says potential customers want to be cautious and avoid extra costs
Diana Shipping takes hit on bulker charter to Japanese giant NYK pays $3,000 per day less than previous deal for the Leonidas PC
Idan Ofer's EPS Ventures targets CoolCo with $520m deal to take company private EPS offers $9.65 in cash per CoolCo share as the largest shareholder moves for full control
The future of shipping is about more than green fuel, says BV's Matthieu de Tugny With green fuels at scale a long way off, LNG is needed to drive shipping to tomorrow
Flatlining China tanker shipments to be offset by Indian refinery growth, says broker India is positioning itself as a tanker hotspot amid falling Chinese crude imports
SeaKapital mulls business model change to navigate Trump's USTR fees CEO says potential customers want to be cautious and avoid extra costs
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