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The Northwest Seaport Alliance is exploring a hybrid landlord-operating port model to better serve customers after declining container…

Master Boat Builders launched "Titan," the second of eight tugboats for Maritime Partners, marking a key milestone

ABS Chairman John McDonald addressed the increasing complexity, rising costs, and rapid decision cycles in shipping.

Oakland's port maintained steady cargo volumes in April year-over-year, with exports surpassing imports despite fewer vessel arrivals

Ongoing shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are rapidly depleting global oil inventories, according to a joint warning

Canada is developing legislation to bolster supply chain resilience, invest in ports, and curb freight disruptions to double non-US exports

Global container shipping schedule reliability improved in April 2026, reaching its highest point for the year at 62.4%.

A German court sided with Porsche, dismissing claims that a Taycan battery caused the Felicity Ace car carrier fire

The Palau Ship Registry clarified that the M/T JAMES II (IMO 9253909) has not been registered under its flag since May 9, 2026

Sailors' Society will attend Posidonia 2026 in Athens as a supported charity partner, reinforcing its role in seafarer welfare.

The Marshall Islands welcomed the ITLOS judgment finding Equatorial Guinea liable for the detention of the "Heroic Idun" vessel.

BW Epic Kosan is expanding its use of GIT Coatings' graphene-based hull technology after achieving 6% fuel savings

Wallem Group was honored with the RINA Maritime Diversity Award 2026 for its 'Women of Wallem' program and IMO 'Adopt a Ship' support

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) increased to 3,224 points this week, reflecting a rise in dry bulk shipping rates.

A restricted area will be established in Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong, for a drone performance, impacting vessel traffic.

Agora Shipbroking Corporation published its weekly report on commercial indicators for Week 22, 2026, outlining maritime market trends.

The Trump administration seeks immediate, unrestricted commercial shipping access in the Strait of Hormuz as part of a proposed Iran…

Ports are increasingly adopting AI-driven systems to bolster security, improve operational efficiency, and enhance safety across their…

South Korea's container trade with major Asian economies fell 5% in April, marking the third consecutive monthly decline.

Evergreen and T.S. Lines have commenced a slot swap agreement to expand their Asia-Japan service network coverage

Chevron CEO reports multiple vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting persistent security risks for shipping.

About 25% of large oil tankers stranded by conflict have now navigated out of the Strait of Hormuz.

Containerized imports to the Middle East dropped 64% in March, with exports falling 62% year-on-year.

A Xeneta report investigates how costs are distributed among supply chain stakeholders during disruptions, emphasizing the value of trust

The simultaneous blockage of the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz marks an unprecedented disruption for global shipping and logistics

Medkon Lines is set to launch a new Far East-Mediterranean container service next month, connecting China with the Mediterranean.

Jumbo Maritime has ordered two new L-Class heavy lift transport vessels, designed by Vuyk Engineering, for offshore operations

Ofiniti acquired Teqplay, integrating vessel tracking and port-call analytics into its maritime fuel operations platform

Asok Kumar takes on the role of Group CEO for Expolanka, part of SG Holdings, continuing as Morrison CEO.

Vard secured an $810 million contract with Inkfish for a deep-sea research vessel, marking a substantial order for the shipbuilder