J.F. Brennan christens barge honoring late Mike Turner J.F. Brennan Co. christened its newest barge, the Michael Turner, on September 20 in honor of a late superintendent whose leadership and spirit left a lasting mark on the marine construction firm.
Erik Derecktor to share shipyard insights at FERRIES 2025 Erik Derecktor, who leads new construction project development at Derecktor Shipyards, will bring a shipyard's perspective to Marine Log's FERRIES 2025 conference, taking place November 4-5 at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City
Brunvoll to supply complete propulsion and maneuvering solutions for two new CSOVs The two CSOVs (commissioning service operation vessels), ordered at Vard in July by a still-undisclosed buyer will have complete propulsion and maneuvering systems supplied by Brunvoll. Each vessel will be equipped with
Why LA's port expansion defies the crisis The Port of Los Angeles' decision to expand with Pier 500 the first new marine container terminal in a generation presents a strategic paradox
China makes nationwide intermodal push By 2027, major Chinese container ports will have intermodal facilities, under a new "One Port, One Policy" unveiled by China's State Council in late September. The government expects that by 2027, there will be 15% annual growth in the volume of containers transported through China in sea-rail combinations. This year, 15 million TEU of containers are expected to be transported through China using
CMA CGM launches direct Vung Tau-Mediterranean link CMA CGM has introduced a new direct call at Vung Tau, Vietnam , on its MEX1 service , strengthening connectivity between Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean. The call will operate from the company's own Gemalink Terminal , offering an exclusive market solution. The first vessel on the new route, m/v CMA CGM Jules Verne (voy. 0MEM3W1MA), is scheduled to arrive in Vung Tau on October 27 , before c
How to Handle Contractor Tax Reporting in Shipping Shipping firms often rely on contractors to keep their operations running smoothly. This can include drayage drivers, marine surveyors, port service vendors, and other nonemployee workers. While contractors provide flexibility, they also create tax reporting responsibilities. Handling these correctly ensures compliance and avoids penalties. Collect W-9s Early The first step is collecting a W-9 fr
Mozambique caught between conflict and opportunity Mozambique's shipping industry finds itself at a critical crossroads, balancing modest growth against significant operational challenges while facing mounting security threats from insurgent activity in its northern provinces. The country's ports handled 70.17 million tonnes of cargo in 2024, achieving 10.7% growth that outpaced the global container demand increase of 7.1%. Nacala port grew by 13
New multimodal container terminal opens in Almaty The Burunday Container Terminal (BCT), a new multimodal logistics hub in the Almaty industrial zone, has officially opened, marking a major boost to Kazakhstan's growing transit and logistics sector. The opening took place during the 28th TransLogistica Kazakhstan exhibition, where visitors toured the terminal and explored its digital operations powered by Solvo.TOS, a modern terminal operating s
Marsa Ocean improves coverage of Yemen Dubai-based carrier Marsa Ocean has expanded its service network to strengthen coverage of Yemen, according to Alphaliner. The company has added Aden to both the JSS service - now renamed RSA - and the KMX (Khalifa Mukalla Express), while also extending the KMX to Jebel Ali. The updated rotations are as follows: RSA - 1 � 1,100 TEU - 13-16 days - Jeddah, Port Sudan, Aden, Jeddah KMX - 1 � 1,100
Port Authority of Singapore appointed a consortium for zero-carbon ammonia and bunkering study The Energy Market Authority of Singapore and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore have appointed the consortium led by Keppel to conduct the next phase of the project providing a low- or zero-carbon ammonia solution on Jurong Island for power generation and bunkering. In the next project phase, Keppel Ltd and partners will conduct a Front-End Engineering Design study to advance the power
WEC Lines boosts Bilbao-UK-Ireland service WEC Lines has upgraded its containerised freight service between Bilbao, the United Kingdom, and Ireland with the introduction of a second vessel, improving transit times and expanding its port coverage. The revamped route, now branded NWC Spain , will depart from Bilbao every Friday, reaching Liverpool on Mondays and Dublin on Wednesdays. The new rotation includes Antwerp, Le Havre, Montoir-de-B
AD Ports Group, Mira Developments sign AED 2.47 billion deal AD Ports Group has signed a AED 2.47 billion land sale agreement with Mira Developments to build one of Abu Dhabi's largest mixed-use communities in Al Mamoura. The project will rise on part of AD Ports Group's 16-square-kilometre Town Centre Area, strategically located along the Dubai-Abu Dhabi highway. Construction is set to begin within a year, with completion expected within a decade. Under t
Global Feeder Shipping adds four intra-Africa services Global Feeder Shipping has expanded its footprint in Africa with the launch of four new regional services in East and West Africa, introduced in July. According to industry sources, the services are reportedly supported by Maersk cargo. The new loops are as follows: Mombasa-Zanzibar Service (MZS) - 1 � 1,100 TEU - Mombasa, Zanzibar, Mombasa Congo-Equatorial Guinea Service (CEG) - 1 � 1,700 TEU -
ICTSI secures concession extension for Subic Terminals Subic and ICTSI have secured a 25-year extension of their respective concession agreements with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority for the continued operation and management of New Container Terminals 1 and 2. The extensions, which run until 2058, were executed by Christian R. Gonzalez, ICTSI executive vice president, and Eduardo Jose L. Aliño, SBMA chairman and administrator, on October 3 at A
Enhancing Maritime Operations: The Role of AI and Managed IT Services in Modern Shipping Shipping is a massive industry, but it's no secret that managing operations can feel like navigating rough waters. Rising fuel costs, unexpected equipment failures, and cybersecurity threats often create headaches for business owners and crew members alike. These challenges slow progress, drain resources, and threaten safety. Here's the good news: advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and
MSC revises China-Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia services MSC has implemented extensive modifications to its China-Vietnam/Thailand/Malaysia service offering. Ho Chi Minh and Laem Chabang have been removed from the Pertiwi loop, with Hong Kong and Guangzhou (Nansha) added. Additionally, Shanghai, Penang, and Pasir Gudang have been removed from the Orchid with Shantou, Qinzhou, and Hong Kong added. Ports that were removed, along with others, now feature
Wan Hai and Yang Ming join Evergreen's CIM service The pending China-Indonesia CIM service of Evergreen represents a tripartite venture that also involves its Taiwanese partners Wan Hai and Yang Ming, who market it as CS3 and CIM respectively. They will each contribute a single vessel with Evergreen providing three additional vessels, averaging 2,700 TEU capacity. The CIM/CS3/CIM rotation, which will commence at the end of October, follows this p
ZIM adds Cartagena call to ZCX service ZIM has added Cartagena northbound to its US East Coast-West Coast South America ZIM Colibri Express. To compensate for the additional sailing time, the carrier will eliminate the southbound stop at Kingston, while retaining the northbound call. The revised port rotation is: Miami, Philadelphia, New York, Halifax, Kingston, Callao, Paita, Guayaquil, Cartagena, returning to Miami. The post appear
Hede Shipping closes Transpacific HDS2 service Hede Shipping has officially closed its Transpacific HDS2 service following the mid-September 2025 sailing of an 1,800 TEU vessel. Coverage for Huanghua will continue via a feeder link to Shanghai, connecting with the Shanghai-Los Angeles HDS service. This route is currently operated with vessels averaging 2,300 TEU, ensuring continued service despite the closure of HDS2. The post appeared first
Capital Offshore and United Offshore Support combine OSV fleets under new JV Greek OSV owner Capital Offshore has acquired 50% of shares in German OSV management specialist United Offshore Support (UOS) from Hayfin Capital Management. Completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals. Upon closing, the company will operate under the new name UOS Capital. The vessels owned by the Evangelos Marinakis-backed outfit will be under UOS ...
ICTSI locks in Subic Bay terminals extension with $130m upgrade plan Manila-headquartered International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI) has secured a 25-year extension for its concession agreements to operate Subic Bay's two container terminals, NCT-1 and NCT-2. The deal, signed with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), allows ICTSI's subsidiaries, Subic Bay International Terminals Corp (SBICT) and ICTSI Subic Inc (ISI), to continue running the fac
Qatar orders all ships to stop due to GPS 'technical fault' Doha has pulled the plug on navigation with the Qatari Ministry of Transport on Saturday, ordering all vessels to halt navigation in its waters, citing a "technical fault in the GPS" that's disrupted routes. The move comes amid a regional spike in GPS jamming episodes. Windward reports hundreds of vessels daily have faced interference in ...
Chinese seek out vintage capesizes Two Chinese outfits have emerged as the buyers behind a pair of vintage capes recently sold by Stamatis Tsantanis-controlled Seanergy Maritime and United Maritime, both of which have now been delivered. According to VesselsValue data, Seanergy's 2010-built, 180,000 dwt Geniuship (built at HSG Sungdong) has been sold for $21.6m to China Huarong Financial Leasing. In ...
Chinese owner EGPN exits cape segment in style Chinese owner EGPN Bulk Carrier is bowing out of the cape segment in style, offloading the very ship that marked its entry back in January 2021 - and pocketing millions in the process, cementing its reputation as one of China's most aggressive asset players. Broker sources tell Splash that the outfit is in the process ...
Breaking bad: shadow ships head for India's beaches With ship demolition volumes at lows not experienced in a decade, some desperate shipbreakers are taking in shadow vessels, with Clarksons Research noting how an uptick in sanctioned vessels being scrapped in India is exerting some pressure on pricing. These sanctioned vessels, often acquired at significantly discounted prices due to their opaque legal and operational ...
Gaza truce talks test Houthi resolve A tentative ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may not just reverberate across Gaza - it could upend the maritime battleground in the Red Sea, where Yemen's Houthi rebels have turned merchant shipping into target practice. The Houthis have long justified their strikes on commercial vessels as solidarity with Palestinians - over 100 attacks since late ...
US unveils payment rules for new China vessel fees US Customs provided over the weekend more details about the upcoming hiked port fees for Chinese-linked tonnage, due to come into effect next week. The notice makes clear: the burden for determining liability lies squarely with the vessel operator, not US Customs. Vessels failing to show proof of payment may be denied unloading, denied clearance, ...
Getting practical on Li-ion fire safety at sea Simon Hodgkinson, global head of loss prevention at West P&I, writes for Splash today on one of the greatest sources of casualties at sea in recent years. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are now routine in shipping. They move as containerised cargo, sit inside vehicles on RoRo decks, and are increasingly installed on board to cut emissions. ...
Western Hemisphere crude exports rise in 2025 despite US decline The good news for crude tanker markets: the Americas is becoming a larger player in global trades. The bad news:...
Everton stadium deal paying off for Hill Dickinson Football tie-up bolstering brand recognition for shipping law firm
Port fee questions still unanswered even as CBP unveils payment plan The shipping industry has been expecting more guidance on the nuts and bolts of the USTR port fee process. It...
Odfjell sells second chemical tanker for scrap amid patchy recycling market While there has been an uptick in ships being circulated for scrapping, the overall vessel recycling market continues to be...
Everything you need to know ahead of MEPC Lloyd's List senior reporter and decarbonisation expert Declan Bush explains what's at stake at next month's extraordinary meeting of the...
Long journey of blaze-stricken, Iran-linked Captain Nikolas' weary cargo nears conclusion From a giant blaze to two court cases and a false flag, Captain Nikolas' weary cargo has seen it all...
Denmark steps up tanker checks as Baltic shadow fleet tension rises Denmark is tightening inspections of ships in a bid to target shadow fleet risks, but only those at anchor
The week in charts: Carriers bet big on West Africa as trade patterns change | Crude tanker and dry bulk stocks outpacing S&P 500 | London still leads arbitration pack Lloyd's List's weekly showing of the data and figures behind our news, analysis and markets coverage
Shipowner entitled to 'bargain damages' after bulker seller twice failed to meet delivery deadline Court of Appeal overturns earlier High Court decision
The week in newbuildings: Shipowners confirm combined 22 vessels across bulk, tanker and boxship sectors Chinese shipbuilders continue to pick up the lion's share of newbuilding contracts
Danaos launches $500m bond offering Containership owner's credit profile has been 'transformed' since last bond in 2021, investors are told
New Otakikpo Terminal to boost Nigeria's crude export capacity Nigeria will this week open the Otakikpo terminal - its first new crude export facility in over 50 years and...
Qatar halts all navigation due to GPS fault GPS spoofing in the area has caused navigational issues for some time now, most notably when two tankers collided in...
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Singapore advances ammonia bunkering study Sumitomo Corporation will lead the bunkering FEED study, while Advario will manage the storage terminal if FID is reached
Daily Briefing Carriers bet big on West Africa as Cape route shifts trade patterns | Ukrainian attacks change the balance of Russian...
SC Ports taps former commercial executive to lead Micah Mallace, who served for over a decade at the port, will return to take the reins as chief executive.
Harbor deepening primes Mobile for bigger ships, first US calls The Port of Mobile is now the deepest container port on the Gulf Coast, a region that has been limited on ship capacity because of service rotations through Houston's shallower depth.
US presses forward on port fees despite China's warning The onus of calculating new US ports that kick in next week falls on ocean carriers.
Geopolitics, weather delays undermine China-Europe rail viability Severe disruptions have delayed cargo on both the northern and middle corridors over the past year, forcing Europe-based shippers to reassess their continued usage of the overland route.
Shippers disillusioned by project cargo technology "Stone age" thinking on technology to support breakbulk cargo moves has left engineering, procurement and procurement companies in a tech void.
Importers pump brakes as they tire of ever-changing US tariff policy: analyst The start-and-stop nature of the Trump administration's tariffs means changes are coming at a pace that exceeds the supply chains' ability to react, writes Larry Gross.
US tells shipping, 'You figure it out,' as clock ticks on looming fees Industry continues to wait for guidance with roughly a week to go
Tanker values still have room to run, says Veson Nautical VLCCs and suezmaxes may be the first peak early next year
Guards high on drugs and alcohol spark $56m court claim over crew held hostage on VLCC Flag state targets Equatorial Guinea over a string of alleged breaches of global maritime rules
Uni-Tankers co-owner Mia Ostergaard Rechnitzer launches new ship bearing her name Danish company takes latest renewal step with chartered Japanese vessel
Tanker owner Erik Thun sells planes and aircraft maintenance operation to Swedish entrepreneur Swedish company offloads air assets to Lars Wingefors
Iraq-Turkey pipeline reopening giving suezmaxes and aframaxes potential boost Pipeline had been closed for two-and-a-half years
Swiss liner giant MSC seals seven-ship raid on S&P market Gianluigi Aponte splashes out on feeder and regional container ships, with more deals in the pipeline
All-Greek deal: DryDel scores firm price for modern bulker Fan of Japanese tonnage reduces the average age of its fleet to below four years
Trump team puts burden on ship operators as US shows port fee hand Responsibility for confirming a vessel's owner, builder and operator will fall to ship operators, not US authorities
Whisky, a movie, phone calls home and a birthday party ... how a shipping disaster unfolded Long-awaited report into bulker grounding and break-up published by Mauritius court
Cash from chaos: Why it's 'an exciting' time to be a shipowner in Japan China's enormous shipping and shipbuilding market cannot be ignored, TradeWinds forum hears
Hanwha Ocean claims a world first on sea trials with LNG ship-to-ship transfer Shipbuilder says move with reduce environmental impact but risk of terminal congestion schedule delays
Evangelos Marinakis buys into Hayfin offshoot as he ramps up offshore ambitions Greek owner moves into anchor-handlers through tie-up as he hands over PSV management to Leer-based operation
Denmark strengthens shadow fleet checks on 'worn-out' ships at Baltic gateway Policy is the latest sign of a more robust European policy targeting the Russian shadow fleet
Shipping's rare 'full house': Multi-sector gains boost rates to two-and-a-half-year high Researcher David Whittaker notes synchronised improvement for tankers, bulkers, boxships and gas carriers
New Zealand launches hunt for advisers on its planned LNG import terminal Island nation returns to drawing board on a receiving terminal 16 years after earlier project put on ice
'Tanker market is the place to be' as Opec keeps the taps open Production hikes keep coming, even if they were lower than rumoured
Danaos to raise $500m through new US bond as it targets 'financial fortress' Major container ship player to hit $1bn liquidity, lowering finance costs and widening strategic options
Evangelos Pistiolis suezmax spin-off on acquisition hunt despite Nasdaq listing hit Nasdaq-listed Rubico continues to scour the market for potential acquisitions
John Fredriksen's newbuilding and S&P director Mikkel Weum joins Star Bulk board Athens-based bulker owner adds to board expertise with new appointment
Trafigura ships first cargo of low-carbon ammonia to Europe Shipment bought from world's largest producer, CF Industries, in the US
Stolt-Nielsen engages banks for new bond issue in Oslo market Fixed income investor meetings start on Monday with the aim of raising funds for 'corporate purposes'
Qatar orders halt of all maritime navigation due to GPS fault Suspension was made on Saturday due to concerns about accuracy of navigation devices
Wavelength podcast: Cargill's Jan Dieleman discusses Costamare deal The inside line on a big dry bulk transaction and exploring the US government shutdown
Odfjell gets top-dollar price after calling time on ageing chemical tanker The Bow Cedar is the fourth Kvaerner Class supersegregator recycled by the Norwegian owner
Sumitomo to conduct ammonia bunkering studies in Singapore Study is part of bigger plan to develop ammonia as an energy source
Trafigura tied to purchase of modern VLCC from Hong Kong shipowner Trading giant spends $103m on Landbridge tanker as values inch higher
CMB.Tech tied to sale of oldest VLCC as values hold ground Chinese buyers pick up 18-year-old vessel
Greek shipowner sells product tanker for recycling as South Asian scrap prices fall One of the oldest product tankers still in service was sold as South Asian scrap prices eased
Padel glory for shipbroking team at Asia's first celebrity pro tournament Sentosa Ship Brokers' boss says padel is spreading fast in shipping
Canada Post reduces contract offer to striking workers, warns of job cuts Striking Canada Post workers are angered by the company's new contract offer because it is worse than the previous one and calls for job reductions as part of a major downsizing plan.
Red Sea carriers wait and watch Gaza peace talks While Israel and Hamas meet to discuss a U.S. proposal for ending the war in Gaza, it's uncertain whether a peace deal will return major shipping lines to the Red Sea and Suez Canal.
The Suez Canal Authority has announced that it will introduce surcharges on transit tariffs through the Egyptian canal for most major cargo vessels, effective July 15.
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