Ocean Freight

Onboard carbon capture technology is expected to be commercially viable for shipping by 2026, aiding decarbonization efforts

House Republican leaders are advocating for the scheduled expiration of Jones Act waivers in mid-August.

A bulk carrier in the Gulf of Aden's transit corridor was boarded by armed pirates, 110 miles northeast of Bosaso

Panamax bulker values increased due to high sale prices, while Supramax values decreased following a softer transaction.

Wallem Group's managed vessel, Opal Leader, secured NYK Line's Car Carrier of the Year 2025 award for operational excellence

K Line has taken delivery of two new LNG carriers, Puteri Johor and Puteri Kedah, for long-term charter with PETRONAS LNG Ltd

Hong Kong restricts marine traffic near Stonecutters Island for an event; Philippines halts port operations due to typhoon

Pirates boarded and damaged a vessel in the Gulf of Aden, then pursued a second ship, indicating continued maritime security threats.

Greensea IQ secured an $18.15 million US Navy contract for hardware, software, and engineering services for underwater control systems

DLG Logistics acquired Gebr. Van der Windt Transport Maasland to enhance its overseas, container, and reefer logistics capabilities.

Alex Gregg-Smith of Bureau Veritas has assumed the role of IACS Council Chair, following his unanimous election

The UK Environment Agency has launched its first electric workboat, Blackwater Joule, for enforcement and maintenance on the Thames

The MPV and project cargo market faces instability from geopolitical tensions and government policy shifts impacting demand and operations

Indirect technical talks between the US and Iran in Doha addressed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire

CMA CGM Group will acquire FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4 billion, boosting CEVA Logistics and partnering on air cargo capacity

NAVTOR provides ten key recommendations for shipping companies to effectively manage the complexities of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme.

Russia's upcoming suspension of rail crossings with Finland, Estonia, and Latvia will affect regional freight and logistics

Svanehoj secured its first contract to supply LNG tank gauging systems for an LNG carrier converting into a floating storage unit.

NYK and Osaka University have launched a joint R&D project for offshore recovery systems for reusable rockets.

Russia has begun importing gasoline by sea from India to alleviate internal fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian attacks.

DOF Group secured a contract from TotalEnergies for subsea construction and mooring services for the FSO Unity Replacement Project

An overview of the latest weekly time charter rates for tanker and dry bulk shipping sectors is provided

Liebherr secured an order for seven STS cranes for Baltimore's new Sparrows Point container terminal, enhancing capacity for larger vessels

Gwynt Glas floating offshore wind farm project has submitted its Environmental Impact Assessment scoping report

MacGregor secured orders in H1 2026 for offshore crane upgrades, enhancing safety, uptime, and access to new work.

JERA has created a new Singapore-based company, JERA GES, to manage its long-term LNG and lower-carbon fuels portfolio.

Føn Energy Services secured a multi-year contract for integrated O&M at Poland's Baltic Power offshore wind farm

MOL and IBM Japan have launched a new AI-powered platform to enhance decision-making and proactive vessel operations.

A container ship reportedly ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz while transiting outside Iran's designated corridor.

China is expanding its electrification strategy from road vehicles to inland shipping, targeting emissions reduction.