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Precious sends ultramax newbuilds straight back on hire with Jaldhi
Precious sends ultramax newbuilds straight back on hire with Jaldhi Thailand’s Precious Shipping has moved quickly to line up work for two ultramax bulker newbuilds it has just acquired from Jaldhi Overseas, fixing both vessels straight back to the Singapore-based outfit on long-term, index-linked charters. The Ubon Naree has been fixed for 24–26 months at…
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IACS announces next chair
IACS announces next chair Alex Gregg-Smith, president, marine and offshore at Bureau Veritas, will become the next chair of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) from July 1 through to the end of 2027. Gregg-Smith commented, “The maritime industry is at a crucial stage in its technical, digital and environmental evolution. The role of…
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Inaugural Splash Singapore targets top spot in Asian shipping calendar
Inaugural Splash Singapore targets top spot in Asian shipping calendar The speaker lineup for the inaugural Splash Singapore, scheduled for September 24, is making good on earlier promises to make the event Asia’s leading shipping conference. Among recent speaker signups are Martin Fruergaard, the CEO of Pacific Basin Shipping, Jeremy Sutton, the CEO of Swire…
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When shipping corridors become battlefields
When shipping corridors become battlefields Wolfgang Lehmacher discusses the so-called weaponised interdependence at sea. Corridors have become battlefields as much as shortcuts. Eternity C (pictured) proved that in July 2025, when Houthi attacks in the southern Red Sea sent the Greek-operated, Liberian-flagged bulk carrier to the bottom, with crew dead, missing, and rescued from the…
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St Andrew’s Dock conservation area under review
St Andrew’s Dock conservation area under review by Brian W Lavery Go to fishing news uk
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Hannah Fennell to head Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association
Hannah Fennell to head Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association by Fishing News Go to fishing news uk
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AfA backs new Miami Air Cargo Association to tackle truck congestion
AfA backs new Miami Air Cargo Association to tackle truck congestion New non-profit MACA established to address truck congestion and infrastructure efficiency at Miami International Airport cargo gateway Go to aircargonews
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Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines extend partnership
Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines extend partnership Heathrow-based Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines have agreed a two-year extension to their UK general sales agent partnership Go to aircargonews
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Changi Airport air cargo volumes rise on AI and front loading in 2025
Changi Airport air cargo volumes rise on AI and front loading in 2025 Asian transhipment hub posts one of its best cargo performances on record as shippers accelerate US-bound flows and carriers restore capacity Go to aircargonews
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ANA Group expands freighter network after NCA integration
ANA Group expands freighter network after NCA integration ANA Group is expanding freighter operations across Asia and North America routes following last year’s acquisition of Nippon Cargo Airlines Go to aircargonews
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Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines extend partnership
Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines extend partnership Heathrow-based Wexco Cargo GSSA and China Airlines have agreed a two-year extension to their UK general sales agent partnership Go to aircargonews
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Equipment and certification failures implicated in UK pilot death
Equipment and certification failures implicated in UK pilot death An undeserved fitness certificate and faulty man overboard recovery platform may have contributed to seafarer’s death after cardiac incident. Gary Howard Go to seatrade maritime
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Haropa Port reveals positive 2025 figures despite economic uncertainties
Haropa Port reveals positive 2025 figures despite economic uncertainties Total volumes rose 2% and revenues held steady despite geopolitics and Trump tariffs. Paul Bartlett Go to seatrade maritime
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Why data is the strategic asset for global shipping in 2026
Why data is the strategic asset for global shipping in 2026 George Guo, CEO of IQAX, makes his industry predictions for 2026 and beyond. Go to seatrade maritime
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SSA Marine Mexico handled over 2m teu in 2025
SSA Marine Mexico handled over 2m teu in 2025 SSA Marine had the largest share of containerised cargo moved through the port of Manzanillo Michele Labrut Go to seatrade maritime
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China Merchants Energy Shipping expands container ship fleet
China Merchants Energy Shipping expands container ship fleet The tanker-focused shipping company s diversifying fleet structure with newbuilding orders. Katherine Si Go to seatrade maritime
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Allseas new heavy transport vessel Grand Tour will feature future-ready Wärtsilä 31 engines
Allseas new heavy transport vessel Grand Tour will feature future-ready Wärtsilä 31 engines Wärtsilä will supply the engines for the Grand Tour, a new purpose-built semi-submersible heavy transport vessel (HTV) on order for Switzerland-based offshore contractor Allseas Group at Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) in China. With delivery scheduled for first quarter 2028, the Grand Tour…
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Q&A: Inside Washington State Ferries’ hybrid-electric newbuild program
Q&A: Inside Washington State Ferries’ hybrid-electric newbuild program Sponsored Content: As ferry operators across North America accelerate plans to reduce emissions and modernize aging fleets, Washington State Ferries’ hybrid-electric newbuild program stands out for both its scale and technical ambition. The 160-auto ferries now under development are designed to operate on some of the busiest…
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Ingalls completes USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) builder’s trials
Ingalls completes USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) builder’s trials HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division has successfully completed builder’s sea trials for USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000), putting the ship back in the water for the first time since 2023. Delivered in 2016, USS Zumwalt is the lead ship in the three ship Zumwalt class — originally conceived as…
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ICS releases new Deck Procedures Guide
ICS releases new Deck Procedures Guide The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released its new Deck Procedures Guide, which, it says, addresses a critical gap in maritime safety guidance by providing the industry’s first comprehensive resource dedicated specifically to deck operations. Together with the ICS Bridge Procedures Guide and Engine Room Procedures Guide, the…
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Innovative RAPIDE 3000-Z2 pushboat is designed for Amazon Basin operations
Innovative RAPIDE 3000-Z2 pushboat is designed for Amazon Basin operations Canadian naval architect firm Robert Allan Ltd. has completed the design of the RApide 3000-Z2 pushboat, an innovative and challenging vessel tailored to the unique conditions of Brazil’s Madeira River system. The new pushboat has been designed for long-time client Hermasa Navegação Da Amazônia S/A,…
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McDermott takes on EPCI job at ADNOC’s oil expansion project
McDermott takes on EPCI job at ADNOC’s oil expansion project McDermott has landed a major assignment, worth between $750 million and $1 billion, for an expansion project designed to boost offshore oil production at a development operated by the United Arab Emirates-headquartered energy heavyweight Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). The post McDermott takes on…
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CMA CGM’s fleet grows to 400 owned vessels as first of six methanol container ships comes in
CMA CGM’s fleet grows to 400 owned vessels as first of six methanol container ships comes in French shipping and logistics giant CMA CGM Group has welcomed the arrival of the first in a series of six 15,000-TEU methanol container ships, expanding its arsenal with the 400th owned vessel within a fleet of over 650…
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SOCAR coming aboard Eni’s oil & gas project in West Africa
SOCAR coming aboard Eni’s oil & gas project in West Africa Italy’s energy giant Eni has sealed a deal to divest a partial stake in an oil and gas development project off the coast of Côte d’Ivoire to the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR). The post SOCAR coming aboard Eni’s oil…
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Egypt’s ‘largest of its kind’ OBN program to identify exploration opportunities
Egypt’s ‘largest of its kind’ OBN program to identify exploration opportunities France-based geophysical services company Viridien and U.S.-headquartered technology player SLB are set to begin […] The post Egypt’s ‘largest of its kind’ OBN program to identify exploration opportunities appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz
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Clear direction set for LNG amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty: industry group
Clear direction set for LNG amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty: industry group The LNG market is cementing its position as the alternative fuel of choice for the container shipping industry with significant expansion in ship orders and global bunkering infrastructure, a SEA-LNG report has found. Go to journal of commerce
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Could the ocean carrier order book be a matter of ‘irrational exuberance’?
Could the ocean carrier order book be a matter of ‘irrational exuberance’? The feeling that an arms race for bigger ships and a rush for alternative fuels has overtaken purely rational decision making is strong, writes Jeremy Masters. Go to journal of commerce
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Ocean Alliance adding Vietnam calls to North America for 2026
Ocean Alliance adding Vietnam calls to North America for 2026 The carrier consortium released details of its new network showing a slight uptick in port calls primarily from Southeast Asia and small rotation changes on the US East Coast. Go to journal of commerce
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Norfolk Southern reopening second terminal in congested Louisville
Norfolk Southern reopening second terminal in congested Louisville Container flows at the railroad’s primary Appliance Park terminal slowed considerably in December and into January after it implemented a new appointment system for truck drivers to pick up import boxes. Go to journal of commerce
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Broker Echo buys ITS Logistics to build drayage, intermodal presence
Broker Echo buys ITS Logistics to build drayage, intermodal presence The deal will create a company with more than $5 billion in revenue across truckload brokerage, managed transportation services, and port-related offerings. Go to journal of commerce
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Indonesia To Auction Seized Iranian Tanker With 167,000 Metric Tons Of Oil At $69.5 Million
Indonesia To Auction Seized Iranian Tanker With 167,000 Metric Tons Of Oil At $69.5 Million Image for representation purposes only Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has announced that it will auction the Iranian-flagged oil tanker MT Arman 114 along with its cargo of light crude oil on 30 January. The decision comes after an earlier auction…
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Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship ‘INS Sudarshini’ Sets Sail On 10-Month Transoceanic Voyage
Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship ‘INS Sudarshini’ Sets Sail On 10-Month Transoceanic Voyage Image Credits: Indian Navy The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini set sail on 20 January 2026 for the Lokayan 26, a 10-month transoceanic expedition that will cover over 22,000 nautical miles and visit 18 ports in 13 countries, the Ministry…
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Florida Fuel Supplier Convicted Of $4.5M Fraud Targeting Multiple U.S. Navy Warships
Florida Fuel Supplier Convicted Of $4.5M Fraud Targeting Multiple U.S. Navy Warships Image for representation purposes only A federal jury in West Palm Beach has convicted Jason Butler, 37, of Jupiter, Florida, of 34 felony counts for defrauding the U.S. Department of War and other federal agencies of over $4.5 million. Butler, owner of Independent…
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Amsterdam Plans Complete Ban On Cruise Ships By 2035 To Tackle Pollution & Overtourism
Amsterdam Plans Complete Ban On Cruise Ships By 2035 To Tackle Pollution & Overtourism Image for representation purposes only Amsterdam is planning to stop all ocean-going cruise ships by 2035 to reduce pollution, improve air quality, and manage overtourism in the city. The city’s coalition government now prefers phasing out sea cruises entirely instead of…
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Charter Boat Captain Arrested After Undercover Sale Of Cocaine Found At Sea
Charter Boat Captain Arrested After Undercover Sale Of Cocaine Found At Sea Image for representation purposes only A Florida Keys charter boat captain has been arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was found at sea, authorities said. Bradford Todd Picariello, 65, from Marathon, Florida, was taken into custody on 19 January 2026 after special detectives…
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The Fun of Late-Season Boating
The Fun of Late-Season Boating Boating after Labor Day sustains us through the winter. Tim Bower It was the perfect day for a boat ride. Brilliant sun, about 75 degrees, modest winds. That it happened to be October 18 was an added blessing. I’m an avid fan of late-season boating, and here in the North…
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Island Oil Appoints Senior Trader in Dubai
Island Oil Appoints Senior Trader in Dubai Nildeep Dholakia is taking on the role after previously working with Glander International Bunkering. Go to ship&bunker
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Interferry Seeks Immediate Halt to 100% EU ETS Coverage for Shipping
Interferry Seeks Immediate Halt to 100% EU ETS Coverage for Shipping The ferry association warns that full inclusion will push cargo and passengers from ferries back onto Europe’s road network. Go to ship&bunker
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Petrobras and Transpetro Invest in Fleet Expansion to Boost Bunkering Operations
Petrobras and Transpetro Invest in Fleet Expansion to Boost Bunkering Operations New barge and pushboat orders will enable Transpetro to operate its own bunkering fleet and exert greater control over fuel supply logistics. Go to ship&bunker
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Port of Bremerhaven Supplies Shore Power to Car Carrier
Port of Bremerhaven Supplies Shore Power to Car Carrier A vessel operated by Wallenius Wilhelmsen connected to shore power, marking a first for a car carrier in a European port. Go to ship&bunker
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ZeroNorth Hires New CEO
ZeroNorth Hires New CEO Current CEO Soren Meyer will step down from his role with the company and be replaced by Soren Andersen, until now CEO of Unimed Maritime Solutions. Go to ship&bunker
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Damen Secures ASD Tug Order from Qatar Emiri Naval Forces
Damen Secures ASD Tug Order from Qatar Emiri Naval Forces Ship & Boat Building Go to workboat365
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Castoldi Waterjet Propulsion drives advanced USV at DIMDEX 2026
Castoldi Waterjet Propulsion drives advanced USV at DIMDEX 2026 Power & Propulsion Go to workboat365
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Cetasol and Aesen Take Major Step Toward Greener Maritime Operations
Cetasol and Aesen Take Major Step Toward Greener Maritime Operations Electronics & Communication Go to workboat365
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Fuel supplier found guilty of scheme to defraud US Navy and Coast Guard
Fuel supplier found guilty of scheme to defraud US Navy and Coast Guard Will Xavier Go to baird maritime
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DNV appoints Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen to head group temporarily, with CEO on medical leave
DNV appoints Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen to head group temporarily, with CEO on medical leave DNV Maritime chief executive Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen will run DNV operations while long-serving chief executive Remi Eriksen undergoes treatment for cancer Jamey Go to rivieramm
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US seizes seventh sanctioned tanker off Venezuela
US seizes seventh sanctioned tanker off Venezuela American military forces have seized an Aframax that Tanker Trackers said had exported fuel from Venezuela in August 2025 under a ’zombie alias’ Jamey Go to rivieramm
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Drones make light work of blade inspection on offshore wind turbines
Drones make light work of blade inspection on offshore wind turbines Contact-free, real-time inspections on operational wind turbines made possible using specialised algorithms and AI David Go to rivieramm
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Two US-seized Venezuela tankers reappear near Puerto Rico
Two US-seized Venezuela tankers reappear near Puerto Rico Reuters Go to baird maritime
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Hong Kong court says ferry lost in 2012 tragedy had met safety standards
Hong Kong court says ferry lost in 2012 tragedy had met safety standards Gareth Havelock Go to baird maritime
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Vessel carrying nearly five tons of cocaine seized off French Polynesia
Vessel carrying nearly five tons of cocaine seized off French Polynesia Will Xavier Go to baird maritime
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Russia begins regular potash exports via Murmansk
Russia begins regular potash exports via Murmansk Jens Karsten Go to baird maritime
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One killed after passenger boat capsizes off Surigao City, Philippines
One killed after passenger boat capsizes off Surigao City, Philippines Gareth Havelock Go to baird maritime
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MSC announces new direct calls on its Asia-Mediterranean trade
MSC announces new direct calls on its Asia-Mediterranean trade MSC is adjusting its Dragon and Jade services, introducing faster transit times and additional connections between Asia… Go to asiacargonews
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Aircraft charter company, Air Charter Service, recently chartered a Boeing B747 to fly a variety of animals from… Go to asiacargonews
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Frankfurt Airport recorded a modest increase in air cargo volumes in 2025, reflecting a gradual recovery in global… Go to asiacargonews
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Amsterdam Government Calls for Banning Ocean Cruise Ships by 2035
Amsterdam Government Calls for Banning Ocean Cruise Ships by 2035 After agreeing to limit and then relocate cruise ships out of the center of the Dutch city, members of Amsterdam’s coalition government, including the… The Maritime Executive Go to maritime executive
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Russian Tanker’s Channel Transit Gets Heightened Scrutiny
Russian Tanker’s Channel Transit Gets Heightened Scrutiny The Russian military product tanker General Skobelev is a regular sight in the English Channel and Strait of Gibraltar, and she routinely makes her w… The Maritime Executive Go to maritime executive
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Interferry Demands Pause for EU ETS Due to Inequities and Use of Funds
Interferry Demands Pause for EU ETS Due to Inequities and Use of Funds Interferry, the global trade association for the ferry industry, is calling for an immediate halt to the further phasing-in of the EU Emissions Tradi… The Maritime Executive Go to maritime executive
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Fuel Supplier Convicted of 34 Felonies in Scheme to Defraud Navy and USCG
Fuel Supplier Convicted of 34 Felonies in Scheme to Defraud Navy and USCG A federal jury in West Palm Beach, Florida, found a local fuel supplier guilty of orchestrating a scheme to defraud the U.S. of over $4.5 million. Spa… The Maritime Executive Go to maritime executive
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US Coast Guard Requests Pastoral Support for Shadow Fleet Tanker’s Crew
US Coast Guard Requests Pastoral Support for Shadow Fleet Tanker’s Crew Military and security actions can create hardship for seafarers when ships get caught in the middle of a geopolitical confrontation, as seen all too… The Maritime Executive Go to maritime executive
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Flying Snooki the sea turtle to her new home
Flying Snooki the sea turtle to her new home January 21, 2026 Go to aircargoweek
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Cathay Group releases traffic figures for December 2025
Cathay Group releases traffic figures for December 2025 January 21, 2026 Go to aircargoweek
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Riyadh Cargo launches with tech-first strategy and global ambitions
Riyadh Cargo launches with tech-first strategy and global ambitions January 21, 2026 Go to aircargoweek
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Euroairlines quintuples revenue in two years, closing 2025 with €25 million in turnover
Euroairlines quintuples revenue in two years, closing 2025 with €25 million in turnover January 21, 2026 Go to aircargoweek
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The quiet redrawing of air cargo trade lanes
The quiet redrawing of air cargo trade lanes January 21, 2026 Go to aircargoweek
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Alpha Gas inks $500m LNG carrier order at Hanwha Ocean
Alpha Gas inks $500m LNG carrier order at Hanwha Ocean Greek gas shipowner Alpha Gas has resurfaced in the newbuilding market, placing an order for two LNG carriers at South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.T The shipbuilder said the contract, secured for its Okpo yard in Geoje, is valued at KRW738.3bn ($503m). Hanwha Ocean did not disclose…
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Western Bulk launches lumber and project cargo unit in Bergen
Western Bulk launches lumber and project cargo unit in Bergen Norwegian dry bulk operator Western Bulk has created a new lumber and projects team based in Bergen. The company said that it marked an important step in the expansion of its commercial platform and the focus on developing strong niche capabilities alongside its core bulk…
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Okeanis Eco Tankers lines up fresh suezmax resales
Okeanis Eco Tankers lines up fresh suezmax resales Greek tanker owner Okeanis Eco Tankers is looking to further expand its suezmax fleet, unveiling plans to acquire two newbuilding resales in South Korea alongside a proposed equity offering. The New York- and Oslo-listed company, controlled by the Alafouzos family, said it has signed a deal to…
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Danaos steps into LNG with Alaska project tie-up
Danaos steps into LNG with Alaska project tie-up Greek owner Danaos is widening its reach beyond boxships and bulkers after striking a strategic partnership with US energy infrastructure player Glenfarne Group on the Alaska LNG project. The Nasdaq-listed company said it will invest $50m in development capital through Glenfarne Alaska Partners, while also lining up…
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ZeroNorth hands CEO role to Andersen as founder Meyer steps aside
ZeroNorth hands CEO role to Andersen as founder Meyer steps aside Maritime digital optimisation firm ZeroNorth is changing leadership as it moves into its next phase of growth, appointing Soren Andersen as chief executive. Andersen will take over from founder CEO Soren Meyer, who is stepping down after leading the Danish company from start-up to…
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John Wallace retires from Peterhead Port Authority board
John Wallace retires from Peterhead Port Authority board by Fishing News Go to fishing news uk
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Fishing News Global Briefing – 21 January 2026
Fishing News Global Briefing – 21 January 2026 by Andy Read Go to fishing news uk
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Vienna Airport reports record air cargo volumes in 2025
Vienna Airport reports record air cargo volumes in 2025 Austrian gateway posts 5.3% cargo increase to 313,763 tonnes as long-haul belly capacity, pharmaceutical handling and e-commerce drive growth Go to aircargonews
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Riyadh Air launches cargo operations using widebody belly capacity
Riyadh Air launches cargo operations using widebody belly capacity New Saudi carrier begins freight services on RUH-LHR route, targeting 100 destinations by 2030 with planned 120-aircraft widebody fleet Go to aircargonews
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CMA CGM Suez Canal reversal could undermine shipper confidence in box lines
CMA CGM Suez Canal reversal could undermine shipper confidence in box lines Carrier’s U-turn on FAL and MEX services returning to Cape route could erode shipper confidence in schedule reliability, Xeneta analyst warns Go to aircargonews
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Cathay Cargo volumes rise 9.4% in 2025
Cathay Cargo volumes rise 9.4% in 2025 Cathay Cargo carried 1.7m tonnes in 2025, up 9.4% year on year, supported by specialist handling and a robust peak season performance Go to aircargonews
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Riyadh Air launches cargo operations using widebody belly capacity
Riyadh Air launches cargo operations using widebody belly capacity New Saudi carrier begins freight services on RUH-LHR route, targeting 100 destinations by 2030 with planned 120-aircraft widebody fleet Go to aircargonews
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Containers lift Port of Klaipėda to record-breaking year
Containers lift Port of Klaipėda to record-breaking year Port box throughput grows by 22% to 1.3m teu supported by increase in transhipment. Gary Howard Go to seatrade maritime
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China replaces US barrels with crude from Canada
China replaces US barrels with crude from Canada Oil bought from Canada and Brazil drove higher Chinese imports of crude oil last year while exports from the US and Russia fell sharply. Paul Bartlett Go to seatrade maritime
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Trump era puts market forecasting into ‘coin flip’ territory
Trump era puts market forecasting into ‘coin flip’ territory Forecasting is another business that has been hit by the US government’s policy ambiguity, with consultants ready to tear up their projections as soon as they make them Nick Savvides Go to seatrade maritime
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US seizes seventh tanker
US seizes seventh tanker The Sagitta was seized on Tuesday by US forces as part of Venezuelan oil sanctions enforcement Marcus Hand Go to seatrade maritime
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China and Canada strike electric vehicles import deal
China and Canada strike electric vehicles import deal Canada is to import Chinese electric vehicles at a reduced tariff as part of new trade deal between the two nations Katherine Si Go to seatrade maritime
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BV’s Alex Gregg-Smith elected next IACS council chair
BV’s Alex Gregg-Smith elected next IACS council chair The council of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has unanimously elected Alex Gregg-Smith, president, Marine & Offshore, Bureau Veritas, to be its next chair. He will assume the role July 1 and his term of office will run until December 31, 2027. “The maritime industry…
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AMP applauds U.S. District Court dismissal of case challenging the Jones Act
AMP applauds U.S. District Court dismissal of case challenging the Jones Act The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the U.S. domestic maritime industry, is applauded a U.S. district court decision dismissing a challenge to the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, commonly known as the Jones Act, which ensures vessels transporting cargo from point…
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VIDEO: Vard delivers fifth Norwind Offshore CSOV ahead of schedule
VIDEO: Vard delivers fifth Norwind Offshore CSOV ahead of schedule Fincantieri’s Norwegian subsidiary Vard reports that its Vard Søviknes shipyard has delivered NB 982, a new Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) built for Norwind Offshore and Navigare Capital, ahead of schedule Navigare and Norwind exercise Vard 4 19 CSOV option As we reported at the…
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A radical MASS transformation
A radical MASS transformation Editor’s Note: This article appeared in the September 2025 issue of Marine Log magazine. The rapid development of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) is radically transforming the global maritime environment and impacting the viability of virtually every function aboard ship from communications and navigation to speed and collision avoidance. Fully autonomous ships utilize technological processes to control navigation, propulsion, and other critical functions without the need for human input, while automated ship systems…
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Bay Area Diesel completes repower of M/V Launch Runner
Bay Area Diesel completes repower of M/V Launch Runner Laborde Products, working through dealer Bay Area Diesel, has completed a repower of the M/V Launch Runner, a quad-screw crew boat owned by G&S Marine. The project replaced four Scania DI13 Tier 2 engines with four Scania DI13 Tier 3 engines, each rated at 650 horsepower…
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Three Seadrill rigs line up jobs in Malaysia, Norway, and Brazil
Three Seadrill rigs line up jobs in Malaysia, Norway, and Brazil Seadrill, an offshore drilling contractor, has secured work assignments for a drillship and a jack-up rig off the coasts of Malaysia and Norway, alongside a contract extension for another drillship deployed in Brazilian waters. The post Three Seadrill rigs line up jobs in Malaysia, Norway,…
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Construction of Canada’s multibillion-dollar LNG project nears 60%
Construction of Canada’s multibillion-dollar LNG project nears 60% With the arrival of two massive modules, Woodfibre Management, a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver, has made further progress in the construction of its operated $5.1 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project under development in British Columbia, Canada. The post Construction of Canada’s multibillion-dollar LNG…
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Greek shipowner broadens its horizons in LNG realm by joining Alaska’s $44B project
Greek shipowner broadens its horizons in LNG realm by joining Alaska’s $44B project Danaos Corporation, a Greek owner of large-sized container vessels, has decided to widen its presence in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sphere through a strategic partnership with the U.S.-based Glenfarne Group to advance a multibillion-dollar LNG export development project in Alaska. The…
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Oil production uptick in Gulf of Suez as new well comes online
Oil production uptick in Gulf of Suez as new well comes online The Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company (GUPCO) has put into production mode a new well at an offshore field in the Gulf of Suez, boosting its oil output off the coast of Egypt. The post Oil production uptick in Gulf of Suez as…
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Japan’s MHI prolongs research collaboration on ammonia-based clean power in Indonesia
Japan’s MHI prolongs research collaboration on ammonia-based clean power in Indonesia Japanese major Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Indonesia’s Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) have signed […] The post Japan’s MHI prolongs research collaboration on ammonia-based clean power in Indonesia appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz
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Buyer’s market for US importers belies risks in contract talks
Buyer’s market for US importers belies risks in contract talks Shippers should heed signs that ocean carriers have managed to keep the decline in Asia imports from sinking the market, reflecting a modicum of control and price restraint. Go to journal of commerce
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Supply chain certainty, rather than price, will shape shipping in 2026
Supply chain certainty, rather than price, will shape shipping in 2026 As shippers realize that threats to service are not periodic but systemic, their focus on reliability will only intensify this year, writes Peter Tirschwell. Go to journal of commerce
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Evergreen bolsters Asia-West Coast South America links amid capacity surge
Evergreen bolsters Asia-West Coast South America links amid capacity surge The carrier has inked a slot charter agreement on a service that is operated by Taiwanese rivals Yang Ming and Wan Hai, as well as Singapore’s PIL. Go to journal of commerce
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Shipping Giant CMA CGM Reroutes Ships Around Suez Canal Amid Global Uncertainty
Shipping Giant CMA CGM Reroutes Ships Around Suez Canal Amid Global Uncertainty Image Credits: SCA French container shipping company CMA CGM has announced it will reroute vessels on three of its services via the Cape of Good Hope, citing a “complex and uncertain international context.” The action limits the company’s plans to expand Suez Canal…
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Footage Shows Damage To Container Ship After Drone Strike In Black Sea
Footage Shows Damage To Container Ship After Drone Strike In Black Sea Screengrab from X video posted by The Sea In Arabic The container ship Aurelia diverted to Samsun Port, Turkey, after being struck by a drone while sailing in the Black Sea, reports say. The ship, flying the Cameroonian flag, was attacked shortly after…
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Russia Uses Sanctioned Vessel To Deliver Military Equipment To Libya Under Naval Escort
Russia Uses Sanctioned Vessel To Deliver Military Equipment To Libya Under Naval Escort Image for representation purposes only A Russian cargo ship under international sanctions has delivered military equipment to Libya while being escorted by a Russian Navy warship, according to satellite images and maritime tracking data. The vessel, Mys Zhelaniya, was photographed at the…