Ocean Freight

An Iranian news outlet reports the Revolutionary Guard is offering a reward for capturing or killing US soldiers.

The Northwest Seaport Alliance has added a second battery-electric forklift at its Tacoma terminal to support zero-emission goals

U.S. transportation is rapidly integrating automation, from smart tugs to driverless trucks, to enhance operational efficiency.

The Port of Aberdeen is strategically shifting from oil and gas to a renewable energy logistics hub, marking a historic transformation

Kuehne+Nagel is opening a new Container Freight Station in Phnom Penh to bolster Cambodia's export logistics.

ClassNK states that future maritime safety depends on combining human expertise with technology, not choosing between them

The Drewry Intra-Asia Container Index rose 6% to a six-week high of $1,028 per 40ft container due to market tightness and China port…

China's thermal coal imports are falling in H2 2026 as domestic supply strengthens, reducing seaborne demand.

The bulk carrier "YONG DING HE" will be sold via online public bidding on September 15, 2026.

The Drewry World Container Index increased by 1% to $4,339 per 40ft container, driven by higher Transpacific rates

The New ConTex index continued its positive trend, with all container ship size sectors showing gains in time charter rates

India's ship recycling market remains active, with strong demand for specialized vessels like reefers and passenger ships.

A Drone Logistics Company (ADLC) successfully demonstrated drone delivery of dangerous goods samples over Singaporean waters

ClassNK has endorsed eDOT Solutions' AI-powered "eVa COLREGS" platform for enhancing maritime collision prevention training

Panama Canal auction prices for transit slots have reached record highs this month, driven by lower water levels.

US-Iran diplomatic efforts have stalled, raising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and potentially impacting shipping.

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) rose 0.7% on Friday to 2,863, recovering from a four-day losing streak.

The UK Chamber of Shipping has unveiled details for its 2026 international conference focusing on the future of shipping.

A new international framework for liability and compensation for incidents involving dangerous goods transported by sea is set for 2027

Fuel oil stocks in the ARA hub increased 5% in August, rising 17% since May but remaining 34% below February levels

Iranian attacks are diverting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz towards a Tehran-controlled northern route.

Kamsarmax dry cargo vessels around 10 years old are seeing strong sales activity, with two specific vessels changing hands

Two oil slicks have appeared in Iranian waters, raising environmental concerns in the Gulf after a spill near Oman

Tankers carrying non-Iranian crude oil are increasingly turning off transponders to avoid detection in the Middle East.

Western Bulk forecasts profitability in 2026, despite a $6.6 million first-half loss, supported by stronger dry bulk markets

Shell's oil and gas exploration off South Africa's Wild Coast is blocked by a Constitutional Court ruling.

The CPB predicts a 0.3% decline in Dutch household purchasing power for 2027, affecting most demographics.

The Baltic Dry Index increased by 19 points, reaching 2,863, reflecting global dry bulk shipping rates.

HEA Energy has acquired two jack-up vessels, Thor and Wind Lift 1, from Semco Maritime for offshore wind projects

Russia has rejected a Ukrainian proposal for a Black Sea ceasefire aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping.