Ocean Freight

Royal Fleet Auxiliary mariners have secured an above-inflation pay deal and better leave benefits to aid recruitment.

CNH Industrial expects farm machinery demand to rebound by 2027 as existing equipment ages, prompting growers to upgrade

The Supramax and Ultramax bulk carrier market is weakening in the US Gulf and East Coast South America due to low cargo volumes

A new report outlines carrier sales and purchase activities for Week 31, detailing vessel transactions and market trends.

Eurozone manufacturing activity grew at its fastest rate since April, indicating stronger factory conditions and increased new orders

CBOT wheat futures rose on Monday as renewed conflict between Russia and Ukraine heightened fears of Black Sea export disruptions.

Freight costs for Russian Urals crude oil to India have surged by 50% since mid-July due to Black Sea security risks.

Six Saudi-flagged supertankers diverted course in the Gulf of Aden, heading to southern Africa due to Houthi threats

Iran is reportedly escalating its use of Middle Eastern trade routes and energy infrastructure as leverage against the U.S.

A new trade agreement between Australia and Singapore aims to enhance supply chain resilience and streamline trade processes

Port Freeport and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District celebrated the completion of a major channel improvement project

European naval forces intercepted a second tanker linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet' in the Mediterranean, enforcing sanctions.

Sedgwick has secured Lloyd's Surveyor Agency appointments for the ports of Houston and New Orleans

US breakbulk ports are currently avoiding congestion despite unpredictable global project cargo routines

Noble Corporation has upgraded a drillship, indicating a strong forecast for the offshore drilling market and future fleet activity

AB InBev is directing investment towards its key megabrands like Corona and Stella Artois to drive growth during a market slowdown

Africa's trade growth from Asia is overwhelming its port and inland logistics infrastructure, causing significant bottlenecks

Navigator Gas and AmonMaritime secured $121.8 million to finance two new ammonia-fueled vessels for Yara Clean Ammonia.

Gwadar Port handled 200,000 tonnes of breakbulk transit cargo, indicating a shift in regional trade due to Hormuz disruptions

Clarksons reported record first-half profits, citing the Strait of Hormuz crisis as a key driver of strong shipping markets

CMA CGM has reportedly pulled its bid for a minority stake in SNCF's Rail Logistics Europe division

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) increased by 111 points on August 3, 2026, reaching a total of 2843.

AI and semiconductor demand is tightening airfreight capacity in Asia, while consumer and e-commerce volumes soften

A new UK Chamber of Shipping report outlines initial safety risk assessments for alternative marine fuels like methanol and ammonia

MidOcean Energy has secured new investment, allowing NYK to expand its liquefied natural gas operations.

Lithium-ion batteries on marine vessels pose new fire risks, requiring updated investigation and subrogation strategies.

US dredging industry faces challenges from Jones Act waivers and outdated environmental regulations, impacting growth and national security

Russia is using an unprecedented Arctic oil convoy to expedite crude exports to Asia, bypassing global shipping hotspots.

Aspo has approved a plan to demerge ESL Shipping, aiming for a Nasdaq Helsinki listing, pending shareholder approval.

The U.S. dredging industry is expanding beyond routine maintenance to support major infrastructure projects and national security.