Ocean Freight

Fincantieri achieved record first-half earnings, largely driven by its growing involvement in U.S. naval shipbuilding projects

Saudi Arabia plans a multinational maritime defense coalition to protect Red Sea shipping after Houthi attacks disrupted trade

Chinese forces patrolled the disputed Scarborough Shoal, intensifying tensions with the Philippines in the South China Sea.

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb has risen, reflecting how vessels are navigating security challenges

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) climbed 1.6% to 2,673 on Thursday, recovering from three consecutive days of losses

The Baltic Exchange highlighted the growing importance of freight benchmarking across the biofuels, chemical, and agricultural oil sectors.

Scorpio Tankers Inc. released its Q2 2026 financial results and declared a $0.45 per share dividend.

China's Politburo met to discuss economic policy, signaling a supportive tone without announcing specific actions

The Sailors' Society has extended its "Wellness at Sea" training program for African maritime personnel into a second year.

Samudera Shipping Line's revenue grew by 12.2% to USD 320.3 million in 1H 2026, boosted by container volumes and new routes

Ocean carriers on the Trans-Pacific route are implementing spot rate increases over $1,000 per FEU starting August 1.

OCIMF has published new guidance for Track Guidance Assistant for Inland Navigation systems to support safe implementation

DP World's bid for a long-term operating lease at New Zealand's Port of Lyttelton has been rejected by Christchurch City Holdings.

Global container spot freight rates have decreased for the third consecutive week due to weakening demand and the end of front-loading.

DSV and Kuehne+Nagel are scaling up AI investments to boost productivity and gain a competitive advantage.

Sanmar Shipyards delivered a new Bogaçay Class tugboat, SAAM HUNABKU, to SAAM Towage, increasing their Sanmar-built fleet to 16 vessels

A GAO report reveals security gaps in the TWIC program, including communication issues and delayed biometric reader deployment

A Swiss technology group acquired a subsea engineering firm, expanding its integrated portfolio for underwater technology.

China threatens retaliation against the US after new import restrictions were placed on humanoid robots, demanding an immediate repeal.

Valenciaport is investing EUR 15.6 million in a new substation to double its power capacity, advancing its net-zero goals

CLdN has deployed its first electric 4x4 Tugmaster in Ro-Ro operations at Zeebrugge, electrifying demanding terminal applications

Guatemala's Puerto Quetzal welcomes its first IMO Tier III compliant tugboat, the SAAM Hunabku, enhancing maritime sustainability

BMT acquired Australian naval architecture firm One2three, expanding its global vessel program support and maritime design capabilities.

Thirteen Indian seafarers are reportedly trapped on the MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port amid intensifying Russian drone strikes

The JWC has expanded its Red Sea high-risk zone to Jizan, while Lloyd's suspends insurance for Saudi tankers

Japan's major ports maintained flat cargo volumes in May, with import growth offsetting a decline in exports.

Boskalis's new subsea rock installation vessel, Windpiper, has started its first project at the Baltic II offshore wind farm.

Boskalis's new subsea rock installation vessel, Windpiper, has started its first project at the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm

HMM is reportedly pausing new container ship orders, redirecting investment towards other vessel categories.

Exmar has received its second dual-fuel ammonia carrier, Arlon, from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea.