Ocean Freight

China is expanding its rail freight network in Central Asia, aiming to bolster supply chain resilience and lessen maritime dependence

The UAE is identified as a top adopter of AI, especially in its logistics and supply chain sectors

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Veson Nautical launched a unified platform combining its IMOS operating system with AI tools and new data products

Shell's LNG Outlook anticipates a seven-fold increase in LNG bunkering demand to 27 million tonnes by 2035.

Lynk & Co has unveiled its new 07 GT sport-tourer in China, with a European launch anticipated in 2027

MODEC's FPSO vessel has reached a Danish recycling yard after completing its operational duties off the coast of Brazil

DNV has verified Syroco's methodology for estimating fuel and time savings through its Live voyage optimization platform.

Turkish supplier Arkas Bunker has expanded its biofuel bunkering operations, supplying over 15,000 tons to 32 vessel types

Cancelled sailings are decreasing, indicating more stable shipping schedules, yet ocean freight rates continue to climb.

The UP World LNG Shipping Index saw a minor gain last week, moderating its decline amidst a falling S&P 500

Oman LNG has dispatched its inaugural liquefied natural gas shipment on the new "Muscat LNG" carrier, a strategic milestone.

Dalian iron ore futures closed slightly up after volatile trading, with port spot prices seeing minor increases and moderate trader activity

Golden Pass LNG has exported its third cargo from its Texas facility as the first liquefaction train advances commissioning.

Fortescue has achieved a new company record, shipping 200 million tonnes of iron ore in a single year.

Copper futures are poised for a monthly loss of over 4% due to expected US Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.

Iraq plans to increase crude oil production to 7 million barrels per day within three years, seeking US investment

China's manufacturing PMI saw slight growth in June, supported by strong export demand and AI spending, despite weak domestic consumption

German bunker supplier Heinrich Wegener & Sohn joined the Global Ethanol Association to advance low-carbon marine fuels.

US shippers are urging the FMC to require direct carrier notification of new ocean freight charges as container rates rise

Record heatwaves in Europe underscore the critical importance of the IMO's Net-Zero Framework for shipping emissions reduction

Venture Global secured $1.5 billion in financing for nine LNG carriers, bolstering its integrated export model.

AAL Shipping secured a top industry award for its project cargo services in China, affirming its strong market position

NAPA and Samsung Heavy Industries will collaborate on performance analysis for wind-assisted vessels and integrate voyage optimization.

Shell's annual report forecasts a 65% increase in global liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand by 2050, driven by Asia.

Valenciaport secured a €160 million loan to advance rail services, bulk capacity, and terminal oversight after strong 2025 earnings

Intra-Asia container shipping demand is decreasing after a recent mini-peak, according to Drewry Shipping.

Pan Ocean has ordered two new VLCCs, expanding its crude oil tanker fleet and reshaping its vessel portfolio.

The EU's AWESOME project, led by Kongsberg Maritime, aims to optimize wind-assisted propulsion systems for greener shipping

Nissen Kaiun is nearing ten vessel sales in six months, divesting modern bulkers and tankers to meet market demand