Ocean Freight

Wheat prices surged over 3% after drone attacks disrupted operations at a major Russian grain terminal in Novorossiysk.

Oil prices rose, nearing a two-week high, due to Strait of Hormuz closure and continued Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

European natural gas prices climbed, driven by low storage levels and Persian Gulf shipping disruptions, raising winter supply concerns

New investments in shuttle tankers are increasing, driven by an aging fleet and Brazil's growing offshore market

Borr Drilling has secured new contracts and extensions for seven offshore rigs in Asia, Europe, and Africa

Sigrid Teig, formerly of Marcura and Western Bulk, has been appointed Deputy CEO of the Baltic Exchange.

An overview of the latest time charter rates for tanker and dry bulk shipping sectors, detailing market trends and demand dynamics

Nordic investor Monterro has acquired a majority stake in Grieg Connect to expand its maritime digital solutions globally

Lloyd's Register has approved SeaARCTOS' ARCTOS-1, a compact, self-powered device for continuous vessel emissions monitoring

Leonhardt & Blumberg is fitting four new general cargo vessels with Econowind VentoFoils to enhance propulsion and cut emissions.

The article examines the arguments supporting the extension of Jones Act waivers, focusing on those from the Trump administration.

ITS has finished deploying five new hybrid RTG cranes from Paceco and Mitsui E&S at its Long Beach terminal

Konecranes unveiled its Generation D modular platform for lift trucks, designed for global use with diesel and electric options

Global electric vehicle sales are projected to reach new highs in 2026, with China's dominance facing new industry challenges

German warship builder TKMS has raised its 2026 outlook due to increased demand for frigates and mine-sweeping technology

Container carriers are exploring the Northern Sea Route as an alternative to the Red Sea for Asia-Europe sailings

Poor air quality in Ilulissat, Greenland, is driving calls for shore power to reduce port emissions

HII's Romulus unmanned surface vessel prototype successfully completed the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit's testing program

Russia is rapidly expanding crude oil exports to Asia via the Arctic Sea Route, with 6 million barrels already shipped

Bunker fuel availability is constrained across various grades in key East of Suez ports, with Singapore experiencing tight VLSFO supply

Lloyd's Register has released new guidance for digital 3D model use in ship classification approval, streamlining design and review.

Carrier Transicold donated NaturaLINE container refrigeration units to Technische Universität Berlin to advance CO2 refrigeration research

Global seaborne coal loadings saw a 3.0% increase in the first seven months of 2026, reaching 756.8 million tonnes.

Chinese companies are significantly increasing their presence at Navalshore 2026, highlighting stronger Brazil-China trade relations

China's exports grew more than anticipated in July, highlighting the country's increasing dependence on external demand.

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) fell for the second consecutive session, primarily due to capesize and supramax segment declines

Reed Smith moves sanctions partner Alex Brandt to Singapore to enhance sanctions advisory in Asia for maritime clients

Metalkol has accepted its new Damen Cutter Suction Dredger 500 after technical inspections in the Netherlands.

EU soft wheat exports fell to 1.01 million tons by August 9, 2026, a significant drop from the prior season

Wheat prices dropped over 10% from July highs due to lower Russian prices, weak demand, and alternative Black Sea routes.