Ocean Freight

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.

Saudi Arabia claims an Iranian attack on a Bahri oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz killed two Filipino sailors.

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrived in Thailand after a 286-day deployment, raising concerns about crew welfare

Shipping groups are urging the EU to approve Indian ship recycling yards, sparking debate with environmental organizations.

VIKING is now the official global sales and service partner for Dräger's marine safety and gas detection equipment

Woodside's $12.5 billion LNG project in Australia received its final, heaviest module, moving closer to first cargo.

Kongsberg Maritime launched a NOK 68 million project to integrate wind propulsion with vessel systems for fuel savings

ICHCA International and TT Club have opened submissions for their 2026 Innovation in Safety Awards, targeting the global cargo sector

A tanker attack near the Strait of Hormuz injured two crew members as Iran expanded its non-compliant vessel blacklist.

Hapag-Lloyd's $4.2 billion ZIM acquisition faces an Israeli government review on September 9.

Hamworthy has launched its Ultra Trident MBR, a new membrane bioreactor for expanded wastewater treatment on diverse vessels

Nikkiso CE&IG Group will supply pumps for an LNG terminal in Brunsbüttel, expanding its role in German LNG import infrastructure

Kongsberg Maritime will unveil a new propulsion system at SMM Hamburg in September 2026, targeting large passenger vessels.

Damen introduces a new 1,100 TEU container feeder vessel featuring hybrid propulsion and readiness for methanol conversion