Ocean Freight

Attacks targeting Ukrainian ports and commercial vessels have reportedly intensified, raising concerns for Black Sea shipping.

Canadian logistics firm WTC Group has acquired an electric terminal tractor, supported by grant funding.

Diana Shipping Inc. has secured a time charter contract with Classic Maritime Inc. for its Newcastlemax dry bulk vessel.

Oman Customs will mandate palletization for all imported cargo in phases, starting July 27, 2026.

Hambantota International Port Group clarified its vehicle storage policy as RORO volumes continue to grow, with many vehicles overstaying

CPC Corporation has paused new bunker nominations at Keelung port following technical issues with its bunker barges.

Texas manufacturing activity improved in July 2026, with the Dallas Fed's general business index rising to 1.3.

China's commerce ministry has formally opposed recent US tariffs on Chinese goods, implemented based on accusations of forced labor

China's industrial profits grew 18.7% in H1 2026, supported by strong exports amid sluggish domestic demand.

A report on carrier sales and purchase activity for week 30 has been released, detailing vessel transactions.

A report by ABS forecasts rising demand for offshore support vessels in floating offshore wind, with potential constraints by 2029.

Novorossiysk, Russia's largest Black Sea oil port, has resumed crude loadings after a halt due to weather and drone attacks

The Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership Center (KUSPC) has launched in Washington D.C. to enhance shipbuilding collaboration.

Kamarajar Port in India now features an 18-meter operational draft, allowing it to accommodate fully laden 170,000 DWT Capesize vessels

Three nuclear-powered commercial ship designs have received 'approval in principle', though widespread deployment is decades away

DP World completed dredging for Senegal's Ndayane Port 13 months early, advancing the $1.2 billion project.

Donald Trump shared AI-generated images on Truth Social showing US forces seizing and destroying Iranian oil tankers.

The US is urging Mexico to adopt similar steel tariffs on Chinese imports to protect North American trade.

RightShip and NorthStandard are collaborating to share vessel inspection reports, aiming to reduce duplicate checks and boost safety.

The Drewry World Container Index fell by 4% for the second week, driven by increased capacity and US tariff concerns

BIO-UV Group, a French water treatment and disinfection systems specialist, announced a $22.8 million turnover for H1 2026.

New Section 301 Forced Labor Tariffs are unlikely to change sourcing, shifting focus to compliance and cost management

HyFive has secured 60% of its HyMet Musel plant's e-methanol output for an ARA-based customer.

Four bidders, including CMA CGM, are vying for a 49% stake in SNCF's Rail Logistics Europe due to an EC state aid ruling

China suggests the US has agreed to cap replacement tariffs at 20%, allowing for a potential 7.5% increase.

Hapag-Lloyd and DB Cargo have launched a new rail freight service connecting key English ports to Scotland

Kuehne+Nagel CEO Stefan Paul asserts the Gulf landbridge cannot substitute Hormuz shipping due to port congestion and renewed attacks

Diana Shipping has withdrawn its tender offer for Genco Shipping, maintaining its per-share bid as Genco's fleet value falls.

Piraeus Port Authority and National Technical University of Athens signed an MoU to promote multi-sector maritime development

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) fell by 47 points to 2696 on July 27, indicating a shift in dry bulk shipping costs