Ocean Freight

The Port of Hamburg is expanding rail freight options to the Rhine region, offering an alternative to low water disruptions.

VLCC spot rates show extreme volatility due to security threats in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea.

Transgaz and Argent LNG signed an MOU to ship US LNG to Central and Eastern Europe, diversifying regional energy supply

Ukraine is seeking a rail transit discount from Moldova to reroute cargo from the insecure Odesa port.

North Carolina Ports are set to restore normal gate operations at Wilmington, Morehead City, and Charlotte Inland Port after a cyber attack

The Marine Fuels Alliance will provide guidance on maritime liens in bunker contracts amid rising reports of unpaid fuel deliveries

Algeciras Port Authority approved a €677 million investment plan for 2026-2030, with €124 million for rail infrastructure

US intelligence reports suggest Russia may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, potentially impacting global logistics.

Port Polska has initiated 29 procurement procedures worth over PLN 14 billion for infrastructure development this year

MOL's Q1 revenue surged by 69% to ¥731 billion, yet ordinary profit remained unchanged due to high bunker costs and Hormuz disruptions

Patrick Terminals will deploy OneStop's OptiBook container management system at its Fremantle terminal to boost efficiency.

ADNOC L&S is investing $1.3 billion to acquire 11 new tankers, enhancing its crude oil and LPG shipping capabilities.

A new 15% tariff on polysilicon imports, vital for chips and solar power, will take effect on December 4

The American Pilots' Association commented on the NTSB's final report concerning a vessel collision in the Houston Ship Channel

New shipbuilding activity remains robust, driven by strong demand in the container and dry bulk sectors, alongside new tanker orders

The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk freight index concluded a five-day winning streak, registering a slight decline.

Greek shipowners are diversifying crewing strategies to combat seafarer shortages and geopolitical risks.

A renewed naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz has cut dry-bulk transits by half after recent vessel attacks.

Geopolitical instability highlights the critical role of LNG shipping in global energy security and supply chain resilience

Container ship time charter rates are rising, especially for short-term agreements, after a period of market stability

Flag states are being encouraged to move away from traditional paper training record books towards digital solutions for seafarers.

Thessaloniki Port has introduced eight new hybrid straddle carriers to enhance container terminal productivity and service quality

Genco Shipping & Trading, a leading U.S. drybulk shipowner, declared a $0.80 per share dividend for Q2 2026

Over 2,500 vessels using Nippon Paint Marine hull coatings are now registered on the RightShip platform.

Odfjell has launched the 40,000 dwt Bow Tanaka chemical tanker in Japan, expanding its fleet of supersegregators.

Tuas Port in Singapore has handled 25 million TEUs since its 2022 launch, demonstrating its advanced automation and global trade importance

Russian seaborne exports of refined petroleum products fell to a decade low in July, influenced by Ukrainian strikes on refineries

US eastern railroads saw coal volumes rise in Q2 2026, primarily due to strong export demand offsetting domestic declines

PIL partners with Celonis and WNS to expand its Process Intelligence Centre of Excellence, accelerating digital transformation

Asyad Shipping has named its new oil product tanker, MT Manah, at Wuhu Shipyard in China, enhancing its fleet.