Global Crude Oil Loadings Saw Slight Decrease in 2024
Global crude oil loadings decreased by a marginal 0.2% year-over-year in 2024, impacting tanker market dynamics
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Global crude oil loadings decreased by a marginal 0.2% year-over-year in 2024, impacting tanker market dynamics
Shandong Ship Management launched a dual-track training program in June 2026, combining SITC-led offline and internal online courses
The power and renewables sector has seen accelerated growth and strategic shifts in the first half of 2026.
A new project by DigitalLead and BifrostConnect seeks to improve cybersecurity on ships by controlling remote system access
India's coal imports are showing divergent trends, with thermal coal decreasing but Russian coal arrivals increasing.
Maritime fire safety needs urgent updates to address the rising risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles onboard.
Shanghai Yongbao launched its 2026 Management Skills Training, focusing on departmental and employee competency development.
NSSLGlobal's new hands-free crane radio aims to boost safety and efficiency for maritime crane operations.
BHP's new CEO could prompt a strategic re-evaluation of the company's steel decarbonization efforts, IEEFA analysis suggests

FedEx surpassed profit expectations, managing complex trade policies and rising costs despite soft package demand.

Americold is expanding into Canada with a new cold chain facility at an eastern port, integrating rail and maritime logistics.

Small carriers can leverage the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program to access capital and scale operations

A theft of World Cup equipment, though minor, highlights critical vulnerabilities in supply chain security for logistics operations

US lawmakers are targeting a federal loophole that could enable foreign entities to alter electronic logging device records.

US net trailer orders unexpectedly surged by 237% in May, defying typical seasonal slowness in the market

The Dutch Senate has shown support for a bill that would enhance central government control over housing construction.

BRIX Marine delivered a custom-built passenger catamaran to FunToSee Island Ferry in St. Lucia, their second vessel for the operator

IMCA warns of increased diver safety risks during underwater vessel maintenance, especially with rising activity in the Strait of Hormuz

Factoring companies clarify how trucking businesses can use their services effectively, addressing common industry debates.

Fura, an AI-first freight brokerage, achieved 800% growth and $1 million profit in three years during a freight recession

Enstructure has begun developing a new large-vessel container terminal on the Delaware River to serve mid-Atlantic shippers
The ship recycling market showed consistent activity in Week 25 of 2026, with no new vessels entering demolition.
Dry bulk shipping rates for Capesize vessels show seasonal strength despite a recent decline, indicating market resilience
Bulker vessel valuations remained largely stable this week, with Handysize segment showing positive movement.

China's Fujian aircraft carrier sailed through the Taiwan Strait, a sensitive waterway, for the first time since April

Oil tanker charter rates in the Gulf region have almost doubled this week due to increased demand and recovering traffic

Shippers of critical freight report growing concerns over compliance, visibility, and accountability in automated brokerage.
Political instability is reshaping operational strategies, investments, and decarbonization efforts across global shipping, according to a…

IMO and Oman have launched a phased evacuation protocol to improve safety for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz

A Supreme Court ruling has eliminated a key legal shield for freight brokers and NVOCCs, potentially increasing liability.
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