Ocean Freight

A Vietnamese freighter has reportedly sunk, resulting in the loss of 62 crew members.

An international cargo vessel sank off Odesa, Ukraine, a week after being hit by Russian forces, underscoring Black Sea shipping risks

The U.S. military engaged a merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports amid ongoing regional tensions

The Nautical Institute Academy has launched a month-long program to boost safety and assurance in maritime professional development.

A Vietnamese cargo ship sank near the Yongshu Reef in the South China Sea, with 23 crew members currently missing

HMM's Washington United Terminals on the US West Coast plans to acquire four new port cranes to enhance capacity.

EUKOR Car Carriers completed the first green methanol bunkering for its new Shaper Class vessel, M/V Arctic Tern, in Shanghai

Iraq and Syria plan to sign an agreement for new oil pipelines linking Iraqi production to Mediterranean export markets

Spot container rates from East Asia and China to the US West Coast fell, with East Coast rates mixed, and tanker rates softened.

Three maritime clashes between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea have escalated tensions, with US presence increasing

Houthi militants targeted Saudi oil facilities in two Red Sea port cities, escalating regional tensions and maritime security concerns

Russia extends its gasoline export ban through 2026, with diesel restrictions possibly lifting upon market recovery

A $290 million cocaine shipment was found hidden among banana pallets in a legitimate cargo from Ecuador bound for Europe.

Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports saw a significant drop in early 2026, primarily due to Middle East geopolitical tensions

Shipping often misjudges clean technology performance by relying on theoretical efficiency figures rather than real-world data.

A new study suggests shipowners may find it difficult to recover EU ETS carbon costs from the parties generating emissions

The seaborne iron ore market expects Q3 pressure as buyers reassess Australian brands, potentially impacting dry bulk shipping

The EU's revised ETS will provide allowances for green bunker fuels, but lacks specific earmarking for e-fuels.

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) saw a 4% drop last week, signaling a decline in global container freight rates.

Saudi Arabia told the UN Security Council that Houthi claims of blockading Yemeni ports and airports are misinformation.

The European Commission's latest proposal for ship recycling facilities prioritizes environmental performance and worker safety.

Shipping risks in the Strait of Hormuz remain high, with reduced AIS traffic and elevated war-risk premiums impacting operations

TEN Ltd. has received the 'Anfield DP', the third DP2 suezmax shuttle tanker from Samsung Heavy Industries.

Maritime training provider MarinePALS warns that preventing enclosed space deaths requires more than just updated training.

The New ConTex container ship time charter index will change its calculation methodology starting next week.

Adani Shipping has sold its Capesize bulk carrier "Aashna" to Chinese buyers for USD 37.5 million.

Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on EU goods after Google received a substantial fine, signaling potential trade tensions.

TMC CEO Gerard Barron foresees deep-sea polymetallic nodules becoming a major part of the metals supply chain.

Corn futures hit a nine-week high, supported by tightening global supply expectations, elevated crude oil prices, and adverse weather

The US State Department has issued fresh sanctions against a Cuban petroleum exploration entity and two gas importers.