Ocean Freight

New guidelines from MTF and BIMCO aim to improve safety for ships equipped with wind-assisted propulsion systems

New guidelines from MTF and BIMCO aim to bolster safety for vessels equipped with wind-assisted propulsion systems

COSCO and PTP Group are investing over €116 million to upgrade and operate facilities at Spain's Port of Tarragona

The civil trial for compensation related to the Key Bridge destruction by the container ship Dali is now pending a criminal trial

CMA CGM is introducing new Peak Season Surcharges for cargo from China to East African destinations, effective June 7 and 15

European shipping companies will avoid dual carbon emission charges from EU and IMO regulations, a commissioner confirmed.

GRSE has laid the keel for the fourth multipurpose vessel in its 12-ship series for Carsten Rehder

Africa's maritime sector sees increased investment and energy projects, but rising piracy threatens its growth and stability.

A federal judge has postponed the civil trial over the Baltimore Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse due to recent settlements

JAXPORT has achieved 50% completion on a new vehicle berth at Blount Island, enhancing automotive cargo capacity.

SBM Offshore and Solstad Offshore's new joint venture has ordered a deepwater construction vessel for 2029 delivery

NYK has commenced a year-long trial continuously operating a car carrier on 100% biofuel derived from used cooking oil.

Robert J. Harvey has been sworn in as a Commissioner for the Federal Maritime Commission, with his term extending until June 2029

Chinese aircraft carrier drills were observed in the Pacific Ocean, east of the Philippines, by Japan's defense ministry

The IMO advises against repatriating thousands of seafarers from the Gulf due to persistent risks, despite a US-Iran ceasefire

Venezuela's oil exports rose slightly to 1.25 million barrels per day in May, marking a third consecutive monthly increase

Diesel-electric LNG carriers face compliance hurdles under EU ETS due to unaddressed methane slip, increasing operational costs

COSCO and PTP's joint venture has been approved to redevelop Spain's Port of Tarragona, boosting its capacity.

The CMA CGM Notre Dame, the largest French-flagged containership, made its maiden call at Singapore en route to Europe.

Royal Fleet Auxiliary officers are set to conduct a 24-hour strike due to unresolved labor disputes.

EGPN Bulk Carrier has ordered two MR product tankers from Chengxi Shipyard, expanding its presence in the tanker sector

The maritime sector struggles to attract new talent due to its failure to effectively communicate its value and opportunities

VIKAND and LEDGID are partnering to create a more connected digital ecosystem in the maritime sector

Indian Register of Shipping has awarded Type Approval Certification to Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers.

An e-commerce software parent company has acquired freight broker WWEX, linking transportation services with e-commerce tools.

Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, signaling a change in leadership for the key regional port

Huizhou Rongsheng Shipping has ordered four new chemical tankers from Ligong Shipbuilding, expanding its fleet.

VARD, a Fincantieri subsidiary, secured its largest ever single vessel order for a deep-sea research vessel from Inkfish.

Global shipping faces increasing cost volatility from schedule changes, port congestion, and fluctuating fuel prices, impacting financial…

Baozhou Shipping has ordered two firm 2,700 TEU feeder vessels, with options for two more, from Chinese shipyards.