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London International Shipping Week 2027 has announced its first Bronze Sponsors, signaling early industry support for the event

Bunker fuel demand in Houston has eased, Balboa faces tight HSFO supply, and Paranagua sees extended lead times

India's ship recycling market is experiencing a price correction across all segments due to weakened domestic sentiment

Crude oil prices fell as shipping transits through the Strait of Hormuz accelerated, following progress on a US-Iran peace deal.

The BMA introduces an updated training framework for seafarers to achieve the IGF (Advanced) Certificate of Proficiency.

Geopolitical conflicts, trade disputes, and sanctions are set to significantly impact the tanker market in 2025.

European natural gas prices remained near two-month lows as Strait of Hormuz shipping normalized and Middle East risks cooled

US natural gas storage levels rose by 76 billion cubic feet, exceeding market expectations and potentially impacting prices

Parker Towing Company has expanded its fleet with the addition of the new Super Tiger Class vessel, M/V Chipper Rabbit

The global merchant fleet's increasing age is elevating safety risks as shipowners struggle with renewal due to shipyard shortages.

The IMO estimates 80 mines are in the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes, complicating safe passage through the critical oil channel

Bordelon Marine will provide a commercial support vessel for the U.S. Coast Guard to transport supplies and personnel.

TDI-Brooks finished a high-resolution seismic survey offshore Trinidad & Tobago, aiding in de-risking future drilling projects

A report outlines the carrier sales and purchase market for Week 26, detailing vessel acquisition trends.

Agora Shipbroking Corporation issued its weekly Commercial Indicators Report for Week 26 2026, detailing key market trends

A major heatwave in Europe is currently impacting the bulker market, according to Lion Shipbrokers' latest report.

Donald Trump claimed Iran violated a ceasefire after a drone attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

A new report from BIMCO and ICS projects a significant shortage of STCW-certified officers by 2030.

Union Pacific introduces a $300 peak season surcharge for Southern California shippers exceeding weekly container allotments.

The article explores how AI can enhance maritime engineering, specifically in wire rope inspection, by augmenting human intuition.

Maersk temporarily rerouted Southern California inland rail cargo to Union Pacific, affecting Chicago-bound containers.

The 100-day closure of the Strait of Hormuz is causing a re-evaluation of global energy markets, similar to the 1973 oil embargo

Construction has started on a new 48-meter catamaran passenger ferry for Hy-Line Cruises at Midship Marine in Louisiana

The Dutch government has presented new nitrogen emission measures, impacting transport and inland shipping sectors.

Volkswagen plans to cut numerous jobs and possibly shut down plants to boost competitiveness, impacting automotive logistics.

Safe Bulkers has launched its first methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier in China, with delivery expected by October

Molslinjen has awarded BOS Power a contract for shoreside battery energy storage systems in Aarhus and Odden

CEVA Logistics and Fagioli have partnered to deliver end-to-end project logistics, combining freight forwarding with heavy-lift capabilities

COSCO Shipping has pulled its vessels from a CMA CGM India-Europe service after the French carrier resumed Suez Canal transits.

The U.S. goods trade deficit grew to $105 billion in May as exports fell and imports rose.