Ocean Freight

Iron ore futures saw a slight decrease while spot prices at Qingdao Port held steady amidst cautious trading and limited mill purchasing

Ambrey is undertaking the salvage of the tanker Caroline Bezengi, adrift off Oman with Russian oil onboard

HGK Shipping proposes a European program to build 1,000 new inland vessels optimized for low water by 2035

Alkagesta has added the EU ETS to its carbon market offerings, including the expanded ETS2 scheme from 2028

Autonomous maritime systems are moving from trials to critical offshore operations, driven by technological maturity and clear regulations

ERMA FIRST is prioritizing flexible engineering and operational excellence for ballast water treatment in the maturing market

DP World's revenue increased by 13.1% in H1 2026, even as Middle East disruptions impacted Jebel Ali traffic

IINO Lines is integrating AI and other advanced technologies to boost maritime operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

DP World's Jebel Ali terminal experienced a 90.1% volume drop in Q2 following the Strait of Hormuz closure.

Hapag-Lloyd's H1 2026 bunker costs increased by \u20ac20.6 million due to higher fuel prices, despite lower consumption.

HMM's first-half profit dropped by 37% as market uncertainty grew, despite a late May container rate rebound.

HHLA reported a continued decline in cargo volumes for the first half of the year, citing harsh winter weather and construction works.

TransFollow is urging the logistics sector to prepare for the EU's eFTI regulation, which mandates digital freight information.

SAAM's new biodiversity strategy targets reducing marine noise, biofouling, and emissions in its towage operations

Rhenus Group and shipzero are partnering to expand 'Book and Claim' to help clients reduce transport emissions.

Maersk reports strong earnings and volumes, but warns of persistent port congestion and inland network strains impacting global supply…

A tanker suffered hull damage in Arctic ice on the Northern Sea Route, underscoring risks as Russia boosts oil shipments.

Hapag-Lloyd saw higher freight volumes and rates in Q2 2026, but the Strait of Hormuz crisis added $600M in costs

Rotterdam World Gateway is investing 500 million euros to expand its Maasvlakte 2 container terminal, adding a fourth berth.

Maersk has again raised its full-year profit forecast, driven by strong Q2 demand and higher freight rates.

WEILONG is expanding its automation solutions for ports, including new twistlock handling and reefer monitoring systems.

A closure of the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with supply chain issues and strong demand, has elevated container freight rates

Discrepancies exist between US government figures and vessel tracking data on crude oil exports from the Middle East.

Taiwan's military conducted an anti-blockade drill, simulating merchant ship escort, amidst increasing Chinese maritime pressure.

SK Shipping will become Asia's largest LNG carrier operator after a strategic vessel and contract exchange with H-Line Shipping

Greensea IQ introduces Bayonet Sweep, an autonomous underwater robot for inspecting ship hulls and submerged structures

Skarv Shipping Solutions has begun construction on its new ammonia-fueled multi-purpose vessel in China.

Bryan Jones has been appointed as HDR's new global marine terminals leader, focusing on port infrastructure and operational demands.

AURELIA presented a zero-emission vessel concept to Bahamian officials, targeting improved inter-island transport sustainability

Rolls-Royce opened a new defense headquarters in Canberra while expanding its naval gas turbine propulsion partnership