Ocean Freight

Container freight rates are expected to continue rising through July due to peak season demand and geopolitical factors.

IMO Secretary-General raises concerns about vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz without credible security guarantees.

Chinese lessor Huaxia Financial Leasing is tendering for six new Newcastlemax dry bulk carriers to expand its fleet.

EU imports of Russian Arctic LNG continue to climb in 2026, with Spain leading May purchases despite new restrictions

Vitol's 2025 ESG Report shows progress in refinery ESG strategy and its shipping fleet exceeding IMO carbon intensity goals

German shipowner Hermann Lohmann Bereederung has sold its final two container feeder vessels to Lila Global, exiting the sector

Logistec has appointed Marcus Christensen as General Manager of Operations – South and Kris Reed as General Manager for its Manchester…

Gasum has secured long-term LNG terminal capacity at Klaipeda, enhancing its ability to supply Northwestern Europe with LNG and bio-LNG.

West Africa's clean petroleum product imports fell by 44% year-on-year from April to May, impacting shipping demand

ABS has approved the electrical design for a 16,000-TEU battery hybrid ultra-large container ship by HD KSOE and HD HHI

A Chinese conglomerate has initiated arbitration over the forced sale of its Port of Darwin lease, signaling a broader strategic play.

Construction has begun in China on the world's largest LNG carrier for Qatar Energy, built by Hudong-Zhonghua

Oil prices held steady as renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities created market uncertainty, with an expected U.S. stock draw offering support

CNC has enhanced its Japan Thailand Vietnam Service (JTVS) to improve schedule reliability and intra-Asia connectivity

Exmar has received the Antwerpen, the world's first oceangoing vessel powered by a dual-fuel ammonia engine.

A new ICS report supports onboard carbon capture as a key near-term solution for cutting shipping emissions.

The multipurpose and heavy lift shipping sector shows enhanced resilience against ongoing global disruptions, adapting business models.

CEVA Logistics and EFL Africa have launched a joint venture in Nigeria, strengthening their West African presence and global market access.

The Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global conference will take place in Manila, focusing on the future of maritime crewing.

MOL and Japan Airlines are partnering to develop certification for Regent's high-speed, electric Wing-in-Ground effect craft.

Organized crime groups are increasingly using general cargo vessels to smuggle narcotics into Europe, raising concerns for the sector

ELNAV.AI's CEO advocates for AI to assist bridge operations, prioritizing practical support over fully autonomous shipping.

MSC has established a new record, holding 21.5% of global container shipping capacity in May, according to Alphaliner

Terminal Marítima Mazatlán (Tmaz) has made key leadership appointments to enhance its competitiveness and growth strategy

The US government is reportedly considering reinstating Section 301 port fees on Chinese-linked vessels, impacting shipping costs.

The Liberian ship registry has become the first flag state globally to exceed 300 million gross tonnage in its fleet

Ocean freight rates are rising due to increased fuel costs, influenced by recent geopolitical tensions.

SplashTech launches a new premium publication to guide maritime stakeholders through the digital transformation in shipping.

A new refrigerated inspection facility at the Port of Savannah will enhance cold chain integrity for perishable imports.

PV Drilling has expanded its offshore fleet by acquiring an eighth jackup drilling rig, enhancing its operational capacity.