Ocean Freight

A tanker awaiting scrapping is stranded due to US sanctions, complicating its final disposal.

Indonesia's seaborne coal exports saw a reduction in early 2026, impacting global dry bulk shipping volumes.

The Baltic Dry Index has dropped for the sixth day, reaching its lowest point since May 21, driven by capesize declines

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are reshaping shipping fuel strategies and the commercial viability of alternative fuels.

Eugenides Foundation and industry leaders discussed seafarer training and upskilling at Posidonia 2026, addressing future maritime…

Rob Smeets has been appointed CEO of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges Authority for a six-year term, succeeding Jacques Vandermeiren

The Bahamas' new Transport Minister attended Posidonia 2026 to bolster the nation's ship registry and maritime relationships

The New ConTex container ship time charter index recovered three points this week, reversing recent declines.

India's bunker fuel demand rose in May, fueled by improved supply and competitive pricing at key West Coast ports.

Russian gas flows to Europe through the TurkStream pipeline have stopped for scheduled maintenance operations.

The Indian ship recycling market saw a minor price correction this week, with no indication of improved sentiment.

CMA CGM and ESI mark a conservation milestone with new educational signboards in Sarangani Bay, Philippines

The global VLCC market is showing cautious stability, with freight rates remaining resilient despite geopolitical shifts.

US military data shows higher commercial vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz compared to private sector tracking.

Five Azerbaijani seafarers were killed after Ukrainian forces attacked cargo ships, underscoring risks in conflict zones

Damen Shipyards has delivered the fourth Combi Freighter 3850 vessel, MV 'Jan V', to Reederei Bernd Sibum

The Northwest Seaport Alliance is launching a multi-million dollar incentive program for carriers and railroads to boost cargo volumes

Circle Group collaborates with Autotrasporti Pigliacelli to digitalize intermodal logistics using the Milos® Suite for enhanced efficiency

Housing affordability issues are suppressing freight volumes across multiple transport modes, impacting residential construction and home…

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has added the Trica transport ship to boost its capacity for rapid military deployments.

Container freight rates are sharply rising on major East-West trades due to peak season, Middle East conflict, and Asian port disruptions

Agora Shipbroking Corporation released its weekly report detailing commercial indicators for Week 23 of 2026.

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin warned that no single nation could swiftly replace oil supplies lost due to Middle East instability

Karaikal Port in India has issued new maximum permissible drafts for its channel and berths until July 31, 2026

Posidonia 2026 in Athens concluded with positive sentiment and optimism for continued healthy shipping market conditions.

U.S. forces boarded a tanker in the Indian Ocean, expanding maritime enforcement against Iran's oil trade.

Hapag-Lloyd will discontinue its Central America and Mexico (CCM) service from July 2026, affecting direct port calls

Ocean carriers are capitalizing on strong demand and an early peak season, enabling them to implement rate increases and surcharges

US maritime labor leaders renewed calls for the Trump administration to end its emergency waiver program for the Jones Act.

Omani oil exports have resumed normal operations after a drone attack caused temporary disruptions