VIDEO: Tampa Fire Rescue takes delivery of first of two advanced new fireboats Metal Shark has delivered a new 40 x 12 foot welded aluminum monohull pilothouse fireboat to Tampa Fire Rescue. Designed in-house by Metal Shark and built at the company's Jeanerette, Lna production
Hull of next-gen Nexans Electra cable layer now at Ulstein Verft The hull of the state-of-the-art DP3 cable-laying vessel Nexans Electra arrived at Ulstein Verft on July 5 from the Crist shipyard in Poland. This marks the start of the outfitting and completion
PIL launches two new feeder services Pacific International Lines is expanding its strategic reach in Latin America with the launch of two new feeder services: West Coast Central America Feeder 1 and West Coast Central America Feeder 2. These additions will enhance PIL's connectivity with key Central American markets, including Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and El Salvador, and complement the company's existing West Coast South America rout
Feeder Shipping as a prominent trend in Middle East Feeder shipping once a peripheral activity is fast becoming a cornerstone of regional logistics, with local players rising in influence, governments pouring in investments, and new corridors reshaping traditional trade routes. At the heart of this evolution is the Middle East's growing appetite for integration, efficiency, and autonomy in its maritime supply chains. According to a June 2024 repor
Outdated ship reporting costs millions A new industry report backed by maritime tech company Danelec is putting a spotlight on a major blind spot in ship operations: outdated data practices. According to the study, over 70% of vessels still rely on once-daily "noon reports" for performance monitoring, despite the widespread availability of real-time data solutions that can dramatically improve fuel efficiency and operational awareness
Silicon's Quiet Revolution: 5 California AI Companies Shaping the Next Wave of Intelligent Software As enterprises double down on artificial intelligence, California remains the epicenter of innovation. From the Bay Area's buzzing GenAI scene to Southern California's boutique ML studios, the state hosts a growing number of firms pushing the boundaries of intelligent software. While big tech often dominates headlines, a quieter revolution is underway-driven by nimble development companies buildi
Bilbao Port renews marine monitoring deal Port of Bilbao and the University of the Basque Country have renewed their long-standing partnership to continue the environmental biomonitoring of port waters, strengthening a collaboration that has been ongoing for over three decades. Under the new four-year agreement, valued at €785,810, researchers will carry out comprehensive monitoring of biological and environmental indicators, including p
How Trump's hardline stance could reroute Russia's shipping operations In a striking shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced this week a 50-day ultimatum to Moscow: agree to a peace deal in Ukraine or face a new wave of sanctions this time, not only on Russia but also on countries continuing to buy its oil. The move, described as a secondary sanctions regime, could profoundly reshape the dynamics of global maritime trade, with Russian shipping
Seven injured in block collapse at Imabari Shipbuilding's Marugame Plant Seven workers were injured on Saturday, July 12, following the collapse of a block under construction at Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.'s Marugame Plant. The incident occurred at approximately 11:52 a.m. in an outdoor block assembly area on the south side of the No. 1 Dock. The accident took place while workers were assembling a ship block measuring approximately 23.6 meters in length, 8.1 meters
MSC Adds Surcharge on IPAK, Middle East Shipments to Guinea MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has announced the introduction of a Congestion Surcharge (CGS) on all cargo shipments from India, Pakistan, and the Middle East to Guinea, citing ongoing congestion at the Port of Conakry. Effective from July 28, 2025 (gate-in date) until further notice, the surcharge will be applied at a rate of USD 300 per TEU. The charge covers dry, reefer, and special equipm
ONE launches new Baltic routes Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a strategic revamp of its Baltic feeder network, introducing new and upgraded services aimed at boosting regional connectivity and enhancing environmental performance. As part of the restructuring, ONE is launching the Finland Express 2 (FI2), a new green service powered by methanol, alongside an upgraded Baltic Bridge Express (BBX) . These additions are
U.S. container imports from Asia rise U.S. containerized imports from 10 major Asian economies totaled 9.85 million TEUs in the first half of 2025, up 3.9% year-on-year, according to the Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), citing data from Descartes Datamyne and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Total U.S. imports during the same period rose 4% to 13.88 million TEUs. By country, imports from China drop
Sea-Intelligence: Houthis cause 18M tons of added emissions In issue 723 Sunday Spotlight, Sea-Intelligence analyses the dramatic reversal in years of progress in reducing the container shipping industry's carbon footprint. The ongoing crisis in the Red Sea and the re-routing of vessels south of Africa, has led to a staggering 45% increase in CO2 emissions from container shipping in the European Union in 2024, according to mandatory EU emissions data unde
Autonomous ships will be a reality long before the industry is ready For years, shipping's relationship with autonomy has been one of cautious optimism, mixed with deep scepticism. We've talked about autonomous ships as if they were distant sci-fi, something for the 2040s - after the technology matures, after the IMO agrees on every word of the autonomy rulebook, after shipowners cautiously test the waters with small-scale pilots... This mindset is dangerously outda
Lufthansa Cargo pioneers virtual reality training for aircraft loading supervisors Lufthansa Cargo has announced the development of an innovative virtual reality training program for aircraft loading supervisors, setting a new benchmark in digital training solutions within the air freight industry. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to equip ground personnel with realistic, immersive training experiences allowing them to master aircraft handling procedures, safety proto
Panama Canal expands tugboat fleet The Panama Canal has added two new tugboats to its fleet as part of an ongoing effort to enhance operational efficiency and ensure safe, reliable transits through the waterway. The new vessels, named Isla Carenero and Isla Parida , were officially introduced during a ceremony held at the Amador Cruise Terminal. Each tugboat measures 27 meters in length with a beam of 12 meters, and both are Z-Tec
Port of Oakland clears major hurdle in project to accommodate larger ships The Turning Basins Widening Project at the Port of Oakland has taken a major step forward, with the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and approving the project's advancement during its meeting last Thursday. The initiative aims to widen both the Inner and Outer Harbor turning basins at the Oakland Seaport, enabling larger and longer vessels to ma
driveMybox expands its European presence: Greece joins the network driveMybox, the Hamburg-based digital container trucking platform, is pleased to announce its expansion of reach to the Southeastern Balkan countries. Following Germany, Italy, and Hungary (as regional hub for Eastern Europe), Greece becomes the fourth country to join the driveMybox network - covering also the markets of Bulgaria and North Macedonia, marking another milestone in the company's mis
Port of Long Beach celebrates 20 years of sustainability The Port of Long Beach has released its latest Green Port Progress Report, marking two decades of environmental leadership and outlining its ambitious path toward zero-emission operations. This report highlights the evolution of the Port since its adoption of the groundbreaking Green Port Policy in 2005. Over the years, Long Beach has positioned itself as a global leader in sustainable port opera
Poland and Bangladesh explore maritime and energy partnership at port of Gdansk The Port of Gdansk welcomed a high-level delegation from the Embassy of Bangladesh, including Ambassador Md Mainul Islam and First Secretary Mr Biswajit Debnath, for a strategic dialogue focused on strengthening bilateral maritime and energy cooperation. During the visit, Port of Gdansk officials presented key insights into the port's operations and its growing role as a strategic logistics hub f
What NATO's assessment reveals regarding maritime threat landscape? NATO's latest maritime threat assessment, unveiled during a high-level visit by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, reveals a startling reality: from the frozen Arctic to the volatile Red Sea, no maritime zone is immune to risk. The map, presented at a NATO military base in northwest London, outlines a stark landscape where strategic chokepoints, vital infrastruct
Tariff concerns drive record-breaking June at port of Los Angeles The Port of Los Angeles set a new benchmark in June, handling 892,340 TEUs an 8% increase compared to June 2024. This marked the busiest June in the port's 117-year history. Gene Seroka, Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, explained that some importers are fast-tracking their year-end holiday shipments in anticipation of possible tariff hikes later this year. He added that as a result,
Hainan Yuzhou Shipping books deck carrier newbuild Chinese shipowner Hainan Yuzhou International Shipping is expanding its fleet of specialised cargo carriers through a newbuilding deal at a domestic yard. The company has ordered a new 12,000 dwt heavylift deck carrier at Yihai Heavy Industry - a Yangzhou yard that has delivered various specialised ships for Chinese operators in recent years. The 150-m-long ...
Tanjung Offshore seals Hibiscus extension Malaysia's Tanjung Offshore has bagged a contract extension from Hibiscus Oil & Gas for maintenance, construction and modification services on the PM3-CAA oilfield. Under the agreement, the offshore services player of T7 Global will stay on the job until mid-December this year, following the initial fixture in December 2024. Financial terms surrounding the deal were ...
Fugro surveys to help develop Ireland's offshore grid Dutch surveyor Fugro has been awarded a seven-year framework agreement with Ireland's state-owned electricity transmission operator EirGrid. The agreement is for a full suite of geo-data surveys for the "Powering Up Offshore - South Coast" project. The initiative will develop offshore electricity substations and export cable routes to connect future wind farms along Ireland's south ...
Vintage VLCC sells for $41m in record-breaking deal The booming secondhand tanker market has reached new heights with the sale of the 21-year-old VLCC City of Tokyo for a reported $41m, setting a new benchmark for vintage VLCCs. The Liberian-registered Ashley Marine, a single-ship company, is offloading the Universal-built vessel, which has become the third sister ship of the same age and yard ...
New platform cracks down on rogue crewing agents exploiting seafarers A new recruitment feature has launched to help dismantle the shadow network of rogue crewing agents exploiting seafarers through illegal fees and fake job offers. CareerHub, now live on The Hood Platform, connects verified seafarers only with licensed and Maritime Labour Convention-compliant employers. It removes the backdoor access that has allowed unlicensed recruiters to prey ...
MMA Offshore rebrands to Cyan Renewables a year after takeover Perth-based OSV operator MMA Offshore has officially changed its name to Cyan Renewables almost a year after the Singapore-based firm bought it for AUD 1.1bn ($720m). The rebrand of MMA, which has a fleet of 20 offshore vessels, is aligning the business with Australia's emerging offshore wind industry and the broader global transition to renewables. ...
Trump threatens secondary sanctions in 50-day ultimatum to Putin US president Donald Trump on Monday announced a sweeping threat to impose secondary sanctions on nations importing Russian exports - a move that could shake up global energy markets and disrupt tanker trades from the Black Sea to the Indian Ocean. Sitting beside NATO secretary-general Mark Rutte in the Oval Office, Trump warned that unless ...
ExxonMobil taps Oceaneering for Angola gig Houston-based Oceaneering International has been awarded a contract by compatriot supermajor ExxonMobil for work off Angola. The contracts were also awarded to Oceaneering's Angola arm and Oceaneering Marine Technologies. The contracts were awarded for services in support of ExxonMobil's offshore operations in Angola Block 15. The deal has already started and is expected to generate ...
Arabian Drilling rakes in over $400m in jackup deals The largest onshore and offshore drilling company in Saudi Arabia by fleet size, Arabian Drilling, has won extensions for several of its jackup rigs. The three-year contract extension was signed with Khafji Joint Operations (KJO). The company is a joint venture between Aramco Gulf Operations and Kuwait Gulf Oil, covering oil and gas operations in ...
Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization gains official status at IMO and IAEA The Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO) has officially been granted NGO consultative status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and has been formally invited to regularly attend the sessions of the general conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). NEMO will now actively contribute to global discussions and policy development at the highest levels of intern
Seven injured in crane accident at Imabari Shipbuilding Seven workers were injured, three seriously, in a crane accident on Saturday at Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan's largest shipyard group, located in Ehime Prefecture. The incident occurred shortly after 11:00 local time on July 12, when a ship block detached from a crane and plummeted to the ground inside the yard's operational zone. According to local ...
Barrister launches free calculators to simplify liability limitation calculations Dr Arun Kasi, a specialist maritime law barrister with offices in London and Malaysia, has launched suite of 11 free-to-usemaritime liability limitation calculators, giving P&I clubs, the shipping industry, and legal practitioners instant calculations for tonnage and oil pollution limits. The tool is designed to serve the global shipping industry, featuring specific calculators under UK ...
Seafarers and high-risk areas In the wake of last week's deadly Red Sea attacks, there's been a lot of uncertainty created by the Philippines suggesting it will bar its nationals from serving onboard vessels heading to high-rise areas. Carl Martin Faannessen, the CEO of crewing agency Noatun Maritime, has some advice. Spare a thought for the Philippines' Department of ...
Threats to Russian oil flows intensify but exports keep chugging along It looks like the status quo will prevail for Russian exports of crude and products. US president Donald Trump's threat...
When is a 'blockade' not a blockade? Iranian sabre-rattling needs 'effective power' and military force to meet legal threshold. Probably
Red Sea traffic remains unchanged by resurgent Houthi attacks There were 244 transits through the Bab el Mandeb last week, up from 232 the week prior
Seven injured at Imabari shipyard The shipbuilder was banned from recruiting overseas skilled workers for five years in March of this year due to reported...
EU's Magda Kopczysnka on post-IMO path for green fuel regulation An interview with European Commission transport director-general Magda Kopczynska
Nuclear body given IMO consultative status Nemo has also been invited to participate in the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency
Slim newbuilding orderbook to benefit ro-ro cargoship sector Only four ro-ro cargoship newbuildings have been ordered in 2025, including three 1,800 lm ships for Japanese coastal trades
Unite accuses ITF of targeting union staff in job cuts Affiliate French trade union FGTE said if a single case of discrimination or retaliation was proven, it would withdraw from...
India seeks shipbuilding renaissance despite reputational hangover Indian shipyards have numerous challenges to be overcome before they become serious competition to east Asian shipbuilders
Tighten up Red Sea precautions, say P&I clubs Marine mutuals not on hook for war risk losses
The half-year outlook 2025: Dry bulk Lloyd's List reporters Joshua Minchin and Greg Miller offer an assessment of the first half of the year for the...
South Korea to commence full-scale shipbuilding collaboration with the US The government has admitted that the US wants South Korea to join forces with them to counter China in shipbuilding
LNG bunkering surges in Shanghai and Shenzhen in first half as Singapore falters More LNG-powered ships are coming, driving urgent demand for expanded bunkering capacity
The Daily View: Turning a blind eye
Daily Briefing Iran shipments to Houthis a masterclass in AIS manipulation | Malaysia pledges crackdown on illicit ship-to-ship transfers | Traffic to...
Ports fear emissions grants under threat amid EPA budget slashing The National Association of Waterfront Employers has sent a letter to the Senate Appropriations Committee asking for continued support of the $3 billion Clean Ports Program.
Tightening vessel supply threatens to delay offshore wind projects A strong mid-term global outlook for wind farm development could be dampened by a lack of forward ship capacity to service the buildouts.
Strong H1 volumes, space crunch keep Antwerp terminals under pressure Container volumes handled by North Europe's busiest port continue to grow, alongside the now critical need for more landside capacity.
Shipbroker GOL moves to defeat lawsuit as Seacor Marine alleges 'misappropriation' Offshore vessel owner argues it should be the one winning summary judgment
Slovakia delays oil price cap reform amid sanctions wrangling EU fails to push through latest package of measures targeting Russia
Container freight rates to US return to pre-tariff levels Trump's policies result in a 'quick and brief' peak season for container shipping
Suezmax tanker market could be jolted into life by improving VLCC rates Brokers ponder whether dull million-barrel sector can awake from seasonal slumbers
More than 100 investors buy into Trafigura's $500m US bond market return Charterer and owner says sale of five-year tranche received strong backing
VLGCs boosted by increased long-haul demand from US to India, SSY says Broker views the current trend as unsustainable in the long term
Egypt looks to Asia in hopes of boosting Suez Canal car carrier traffic Suez Canal officials say they expect traffic from the shiptype to jump by a fifth in the second half
Genco profit forecast slashed by Fearnleys on fewer earnings days But analysts note 'heaps of dry powder' after $600m refinancing
Spike in containers lost overboard seen from Red Sea diversions Incidents still on downward trend despite harsher weather on diversion around Africa
Wrecks to add to pollution woes in busy shipping lanes Baltic Sea states warn of the threat of oil leaks from more than 1,000 submerged vessels
Ammonia tech firm Amogy takes fundraising to $300m with help from Korea Development Bank US start-up finding markets beyond shipping in power sector
Greeks keep plying Bab el-Mandeb strait despite Houthi attacks and reshuffled trade flows BRS Shipbrokers insists the Red Sea is not only used by shadow fleet ships
'Staggering' increase in pollution from container ship emissions as vessels forced to avoid Red Sea Houthi attacks have dramatically reversed a downward trend in boxship emissions
All union representatives targeted for redundancies in ITF strike row, workers claim Formal complaint made by Unite members as staff prepare to walk out
Golden Energy Offshore closes fleet refinancing with Costamare and Latsis platform GEOS entered into the facility with Greek ship financing platform Neptune Maritime Leasing
Thanassis Martinos secures first bulker buys in two years in double deal with Taylor Maritime Major Greek owner emerges behind the acquisition of modern ultramaxes from London-based firm
Older VLCCs still attractive, with Greek owner fetching premium for Japanese-built ship City of Tokyo price outpaces VesselsValue and MSI Horizon valuations
Cyan Renewables targets Australian wind industry as it rebrands MMA Offshore New identity comes a year after $656m takeover deal
South Korean shipyard set for comeback with Samsung deals Sungdong Shipbuilding is set to make a return
VLCC sells for firm price as demand for older crude carriers remains strong Kamco-owned vessel likely to have gone to Asian or Middle Eastern buyers
Cyan Renewables targets Australian offshore wind as it rebrands MMA Offshore Rebranding exercise comes a year after Cyan acquired Australian offshore company via $656m takeover bid
Vitol secures 50 capesize cargoes in $240m deal with Brazilian miner Pre-payment arrangement will see 6m tonnes lifted over four years
South Korean shipyard set for comeback after subcontracting Greek tankers from Samsung Former capesize bulker and tanker builder Sungdong Shipbuilding is set to make a return
Bullish DHT Holdings trading update fuels tanker market hopes Meanwhile, VLCC rates continue to tick up after big June rally
Pipeline bomb attack halts oil pumping to key tanker port Emergency procedures launched to ensure there are no spills as International Seaways and China VLCC vessels face delays at Covenas terminal
MSC's longer service networks key to managing growing container capacity Port limitations for bigger ships could present the greatest hurdle
'Intense' competition and new investments chop profit at bunker group KPI OceanConnect New CEO Dorthe Bendtsen explains why margins came under pressure in its latest financial year
Africa's richest man plots Nigeria's 'biggest' port to propel LNG exports Huge oil refinery and fertiliser plant with new terminal planned
Russia oil price cap cut blocked by single EU holdout country Bloc is mulling floating cap system after falling global prices made scheme ineffective
Trump's 'very severe' Russia tariff threat lifts prospect of aframax tanker rate spike Traders say more ships are available to charterers as exports stay below price cap
Samudera Indonesia raises $31m through Islamic financing bond Shariah bond covers two panamax bulkers
Stolt-Nielsen cut to 'hold' as geopolitical risks stalk tanker markets Norne Securities sees small upside in 'softer' second half
Djibouti carbon tax drive sparks fears over global regulation fragmenting Africa carbon registry envisages low charges that are attracting export and transshipment hubs
Seatrium gets $400m sustainability-linked loan from Singapore's UOB Bank Shipyard group has clinched more than $2.34bn in sustainable instruments since 2023
ClassNK's new boss says class must go beyond certification in digital, green era Collaboration and information sharing are vital to decarbonise the maritime industry, says Hayato Suga
Seven workers injured by collapsed ship block at Imabari Shipbuilding No fatalities reported, with three workers said to be seriously injured
Simon Liang and CDB FL make their debut in the offshore sector with the launch of two PSVs CIMC SOE and Nantong Rainbow Offshore are each building four platform supply vessels of 4,000-dwt
Itochu makes ammonia-fuel move with bunker tanker newbuilding order in Japan Trader and shipowner contracts innovative ship for delivery in 2028
Oil Brokerage makes move on Singapore crude tanker market Latest raid of four brokers follows on news of a key departure at Braemar
FMC investigating Port Houston pacts with container carriers The Federal Maritime Commission has opened a probe into possible anti-competitive pacts between Port Houston and ocean carriers.
DHL rotates leaders at forwarding, supply chain divisions Germany-based DHL Group has made a series of management changes in the past month, including new CEOs for the Forwarding and Supply Chain divisions.
June box record for Port of Los Angeles The Port of Los Angeles saw container volume surge 8% to a monthly record in June.
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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