China's Central Bank Addresses Economic Supply-Demand Imbalance
China's central bank noted a structural economic imbalance with strong supply and weak demand, planning monetary easing to boost consumption
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China's central bank noted a structural economic imbalance with strong supply and weak demand, planning monetary easing to boost consumption
Greece's trade deficit narrowed to EUR 2.0 billion in May 2026, marking the smallest deficit since May 2021.
The Bosphorus Strait will close for a yacht race, while Port Hedland faces an 8-hour union work stoppage.

Russia has prohibited diesel exports to stabilize its domestic fuel market after Ukrainian drone attacks caused shortages

A Chevron-chartered oil tanker, the Yasa Polaris, was hit by a drone off Russia's Black Sea coast, increasing maritime risks.

Asian shipbuilding dominance could impede the record expansion of global LNG supply due to limited carrier construction capacity

Trans-Pacific container rates are holding near $9,000 due to strong demand, despite lower fuel costs, with volumes potentially peaking early
Ricardo completed a feasibility study on ammonia as a marine fuel, supporting maritime decarbonization efforts.

U.S. container imports are set to hit a new monthly record in July as retailers accelerate shipments to pre-empt new tariffs.

The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has scheduled the third offshore oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico for August
Europe can expand offshore wind power without extensive sea space conflicts, according to a new WWF analysis.

Jackup rig dayrates have improved from 2025 lows, stabilizing in a higher range with uneven pricing across contracts and regions

Gebrüder Weiss gains recognition for green supply chain efforts, focusing on HVO100, rail, SAF, and SMF to reduce emissions

The UK's updated industrial strategy highlights ports, strategic sites, and supply chain resilience to boost economic stability
Norwegian firm Remøy Shipping has rebranded to Bower Offshore following its acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Zamil Offshore Services.
Polaris Shipping has reportedly ordered up to four newcastlemax bulk carriers from China's Hengli Shipbuilding, backed by Vale.
Hayfin Capital Management has divested its 11-vessel offshore support fleet, managed by United Offshore Support, to new maritime investors

Wilson ASA has completed its six-vessel WilsonECO newbuild series and is now planning for eight larger vessels.
A brief evacuation plan facilitated the transit of 136 vessels and 2,900 seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz.

BCT Gdynia boosts container handling with new Liebherr cranes, preparing for larger vessels and increased volumes.

Dutch Customs seized 3,867 kg of cocaine concealed in a timber container at the Port of Rotterdam during a vessel inspection.
Ukraine claims to have targeted 21 Russian ships with drone attacks in the Black Sea within 72 hours
Approximately 6,000 seafarers are reportedly stranded on ships in the Persian Gulf due to heightened regional tensions.

OMS Group has started building its third GREAT-Class cable-laying vessel, CS Resilience, at CRIST's shipyard in Gdynia, Poland
Island Oil has acquired two new oil tankers, the Island Polaris and Island Horizon, to boost marine fuel transport capacity.
TT Club warns a strong El Niño could cause widespread disruption to global freight, energy, and shipping operations.
Incat has completed a key construction phase for Molslinjen's battery-electric ferry Hull 102, allowing superstructure installation
Italy's Friuli Venezia Giulia region initiates a €2 million program to electrify marinas, backed by Aqua superPower.
Enersea's new LNG loading platform offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional jetties for a major South American project
The SeafarerHelp 2025 Annual Review from ISWAN highlights ongoing mental health and financial challenges for seafarers
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