Ocean Freight

Svitzer ordered four 80-tonne bollard pull tugs from India's SDHI, expanding its TRAnsverse newbuild fleet to 18 vessels

Klaveness Combination Carriers has taken delivery of the MV Baltazar, its first vessel with a wind-assisted propulsion system.

Container shipping schedule reliability globally averages 39%, with improvements on Pacific and Atlantic routes offset by declines on Far…

Southern Spanish ports of Huelva and Seville are expanding rail freight infrastructure to boost cargo capacity and connectivity

Hagland Shipping charters a new Damen Combi Freighter with wind-assisted propulsion and battery hybrid systems for greener short-sea routes

Mermaid Maritime has formed a US subsidiary to target offshore wind and subsea cable projects in the Americas.

Russia has sent an unprecedented convoy of oil tankers into the Arctic, utilizing one of the most northerly commercial shipping routes.

MPP and breakbulk market sentiment has risen due to tonnage shortages in Asia and over 30-day berth delays at Red Sea ports

Spain's port authority reports that the EU ETS has negatively impacted port connectivity across Europe, altering shipping routes

Iran seeks greater control over commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz through ongoing negotiations with Oman.

The Panama Canal Authority has introduced new draught restrictions for Neo-Panamax locks, sparking concern among shippers.

Europe's major rivers are expected to remain at critically low levels, despite forecasts for some August rainfall

The ship recycling market is experiencing a positive shift, with increased buyer interest for vessels in Alang.

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) has risen to a two-month high, largely supported by robust performance in the capesize sector

Dorian LPG, a VLGC operator, reported strong Q1 FY27 financial results, attributing success to geopolitical disruptions

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have led to sharp declines in global exports of energy and industrial products.

Ukrainian drone attacks are now targeting Western-affiliated tankers in the Black Sea, while Saudi crude diversions are rising

The Paris and Tokyo MoUs have released their 2026 Concentrated Inspection Campaign questionnaire focusing on cargo securing compliance

Global Ship Lease reported strong Q2 2026 operating revenue of $198.7 million, citing flexible tonnage employment as a key factor

China is increasingly prioritizing aluminum due to its strategic importance in AI, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.

Glencore reported strong operational and financial results for H1 2026, citing higher commodity prices and favorable market conditions.

Iraq signed the Arab world's largest oil and gas contracts in July, boosting its regional energy investment standing.

PALFINGER introduces the PFM 1200 marine crane, engineered for enhanced outreach and lifting capacity on larger vessels

Frontline plc is selling two 2017-built VLCCs for $270 million, with delivery anticipated in Q3 2026.

Aegean Tugs Shipping Company has ordered a Damen ASD Tug 2811, a compact and powerful vessel for modern port operations

The Gulf of Mexico's hypoxic zone is significantly smaller than expected, marking the second smallest in four decades

Gulf oil and condensate exports held steady in July, though 40% below pre-war levels, with a late-month slowdown

The Port of Virginia has launched a new direct intermodal rail service to Indianapolis, bypassing Chicago for Midwest-bound cargo.

Attacks on Black Sea shipping and export terminals are disrupting global grain and oil supplies, turning the region into a chokepoint

US distillate fuel exports reached a record 1.9 million barrels per day last week, driven by strong global demand