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US LNG exports averaged 17.4 Bcf/d in H1 2026, a 23% rise from 2025, driven by higher capacity

Middle East tensions are impacting LR2 tanker operations, leading to a shift from product to crude oil transport.

Flexibility in fuel infrastructure will be key for shipping operators to adapt to the energy transition, says Auramarine.

StealthGas Inc. reported a net income of $17.3 million for Q2 2026, highlighting sustained profitability in the LPG shipping market

NORDEN has delivered the first verified maritime emissions reductions to Microsoft via the RSB Book & Claim registry.

Lloyd's Register's new RouteFlex application offers containership operators dynamic, weather-dependent stowage optimization for increased…

Everllence has launched its new Engine Supported Air Lubrication (ESAL) technology, aiming to improve vessel efficiency by up to 6%.

Wallenius has equipped its car carrier, Way Forward, with wing sails to enhance energy efficiency and collect operational data.

Drought-induced water scarcity at the Panama Canal is forcing transit restrictions, leading some vessels to reroute via Cape Horn

KONGSBERG has finalized its acquisition of Sonatech, an underwater acoustics specialist, to expand its US market presence

Georgia's ports contribute $181 billion annually to the state's economy and support over 605,000 jobs, according to a new study

Iraq's oil exports increased in August and are expected to rise further in September, driven by discounts and Iranian approval

A report questions the necessity of Alberta's proposed West Coast Oil Pipeline for future crude oil growth projections

UK natural gas prices hit a 2023 high due to US-Iran attacks and supply fears regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Heidmar Maritime Holdings Corp. reported robust Q2 2026 financial results, showing significant revenue and net income growth

ABB will supply integrated power, propulsion, and automation systems for New Zealand's new Cook Strait Ro-Pax ferries.

A West Africa Express (WAX) service will update its port rotation from September 2026, creating a direct link between Damietta, Egypt, and…

MOL is considering investment and technological cooperation in Bangladesh's ship recycling industry, aiming to boost industrial growth

Factory orders have shown a robust 0.9% increase, outperforming expectations and indicating a positive shift in economic activity

Upcoming US economic data will test whether the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates on hold, impacting global markets

Oceanbird will install two wing sails on a Volkswagen-chartered car carrier in 2027, following a successful initial installation

TDI-Brooks' R/V Proteus research vessel completed shipyard maintenance in Las Palmas, enhancing its hydrographic capabilities

Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports dropped to a nine-year low due to increased Middle East tensions and tanker attacks.

Iran has expanded its blacklist of vessels, threatening fines or detention for non-compliant ships in the Strait of Hormuz

A Turkish cargo ship carrying rolled steel sank in the Marmara Sea after colliding with an oil tanker, with 10 crew missing

Asian refiners are set to maximize distillate exports in late 2026, driven by high crack spreads.

Cydome's new solution helps maritime operators manage vendor cybersecurity compliance, certifications, and approvals.

The Greek Maritime Golf Event will host leading maritime executives for its 12th annual gathering in Costa Navarino.

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall in Louisiana, impacting US Gulf Coast port operations with heavy rain and strong winds

Commercial vessels in the Black Sea are deploying improvised anti-drone defenses due to escalating drone attacks.