Ocean Freight

RSGT Bangladesh has received four new ship-to-shore cranes from Sany Marine to boost terminal operations.

Global containership orderbook approaches 13 million TEU, with carriers increasingly favoring smaller and medium-sized vessels

Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma criticized US proposals to further limit ASML's exports to China, advocating for cooperative export…

Geopolitical events in the Middle East highlight fossil fuel market volatility, driving supply chain electrification efforts

AD Ports Group has increased its holding in Global Feeder Shipping to 81% through a $300 million acquisition

International Seaways CEO Lois Zabrocky criticized a US sanctions waiver for Iranian oil, advocating for compliant carriers.

The US administration will pay Invenergy $765 million to exit offshore wind leases, redirecting focus to natural gas and geothermal.

Independent container carriers are gaining market share, challenging the long-standing dominance of major shipping alliances.

The maritime industry is cautioned against sidelining the social pillar of ESG due to current geopolitical and economic pressures.

Asiatic Lloyd has ordered three LR2 product tankers from HD Hyundai, marking its return to the larger product tanker market

DP World Southampton invested $80 million in new port equipment, including two of Europe's largest quay cranes.

A new dry bulk shipping company, Mayborne Bulk, has been launched in Dubai by industry figures Jesper Lollesgaard and Parikshit Sial

Turkey has published draft rules for its first 1GW offshore wind auction, allowing investors 49-year development rights

Prysmian has secured a $1.03 billion contract to develop electrical interconnections for Greek islands, enhancing energy infrastructure

New claims data highlights significant advancements in shipping safety, indicating improved operational practices

US West Coast ports saw a significant rise in import container volumes in May, signaling an early peak season.

Ukraine's military claims to have destroyed Russian drone boats illegally equipped with Starlink terminals, impacting Black Sea operations

Jonathan Daniels will transition from the Maryland Port Administration to assume the role of Director and CEO at PortMiami

Jonathan Daniels, Baltimore's port director, is leaving for a new role in Miami after two years, recognized for Key Bridge recovery efforts

Construction of the inaugural Arctic Security Cutter for the U.S. Coast Guard has commenced in Finland

Phoenix International Holdings completed an urgent underwater repair on a foreign-flagged bulk carrier that ran aground

Middle East conflict and Hormuz blockade are pushing marine fuel prices higher, increasing the appeal of alternative fuels

Venezuela's shipping sector is reopening as sanctions ease, creating new opportunities and challenges for logistics operations

The UK has announced new sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet, targeting 27 vessels, including 20 oil tankers

Global crude oil loadings decreased by a marginal 0.2% year-over-year in 2024, impacting tanker market dynamics

Shandong Ship Management launched a dual-track training program in June 2026, combining SITC-led offline and internal online courses

The power and renewables sector has seen accelerated growth and strategic shifts in the first half of 2026.

A new project by DigitalLead and BifrostConnect seeks to improve cybersecurity on ships by controlling remote system access

India's coal imports are showing divergent trends, with thermal coal decreasing but Russian coal arrivals increasing.

Maritime fire safety needs urgent updates to address the rising risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles onboard.