Ocean Freight

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US dredging industry faces challenges from Jones Act waivers and outdated environmental regulations, impacting growth and national security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

Geopolitical events in the Middle East have exposed persistent problems with seafarer welfare, including fatigue and low wages

MISC Berhad has placed an order for an additional LNG carrier with Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, increasing the shipyard's orderbook.

ExxonMobil reported $14.5 billion in Q2 2026 earnings, driven by strong execution and market conditions.

The Port of Long Beach provided over $2 million in 2025 through its Green Shipping Incentive Program, rewarding emission reductions

The LNG shipping market experienced a quiet week with limited cargo availability and balanced freight conditions across global basins

Rotterdam's B30-VLSFO biofuel bunker price fell by $23/mt, largely due to a $17/mt decline in conventional VLSFO.

Greece has officially joined ReCAAP, becoming its 22nd member to enhance maritime security and information sharing in Asia

Saudi Arabia and 13 partner nations have formed a new maritime coalition to enhance security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Lila Global has acquired and taken delivery of two feeder containerships, Lila Meppen and Lila Emden, expanding its fleet.

Reliability is now a dominant factor in logistics, surpassing cost for many businesses in global trade.

HD Hyundai Vietnam Shipbuilding commenced construction of the S580 oil tanker, an LR2 LNG dual-fuel vessel for Union Maritime

Global middle distillate margins are rising due to geopolitical events, tightening diesel supply, especially for Europe

US soybean exports are down significantly year-over-year due to decreased sales to China, prompting a shift to new markets

The trillion-dollar iron ore market has moved away from a single pricing benchmark to a basket of indexes, accelerating in late 2025

Iron ore futures hit a 15-month low, nearing CNY 700 per ton, due to China's limited stimulus and steel demand concerns

OPEC's JMMC emphasized the critical importance of safeguarding international maritime routes for stable energy markets.

Iron ore futures on the Dalian Commodity Exchange and spot prices at Qingdao port experienced declines due to weak demand

Drewry's OnDemand platform now includes Multipurpose and Container Ports coverage, OpCost IQ, and maritime equity research

Wallenius SOL expands Northern Baltic operations with two RoRo vessels and a 700,000-tonne paper contract from Wagenborg

Drought conditions are impeding recreational boating in the Gelderland river region, with low water levels affecting marina access.

Yanbu port in Saudi Arabia recorded heightened tanker activity as vessels transited the Bab el-Mandeb Strait with AIS disabled.

Mitsui E&S DU Co. completed the FAT for Japan's first WinGD methanol dual-fuel marine engine, destined for a new vessel series.

Huisman will deliver specialized lifting and handling systems for a new offshore installation vessel by SBM Offshore and Solstad.

BP completed the sale of its Gelsenkirchen refinery in Germany to Klesch Group, supporting portfolio simplification and capital allocation

PIL's Kota Eagle completed an LNG bunkering operation at Shanghai Port, pushing the port's total LNG volume past 2M cbm