Cyprus.
War Risks, Emerging Fuels and Personal Service: Alexandros Vourgos on Charting Aphentrica’s Next Chapter
In an era defined by global broker consolidation, volatile trading corridors and rapid regulatory transformation, the core value of specialist marine insurance broking is undergoing a profound test.…
Island Oil Group Highlights People, Governance and Sustainability Progress in 2025 ESG Report
Island Oil Group has released its 2025 ESG Report, presenting the Group’s latest progress across environmental, social and governance priorities and outlining the steps taken to further integrate…
CSN Summer Holidays: 12 to 21 August 2026
Dear CSN Readers, Please note that the CSN office will be dropping anchor for a short summer break between the 12th and 21st of August 2026. During this period, our daily news updates will be paused…
Exclusive CSN Interview: Kratinos Socratous on the Evolution of Capo Bay Hotel and the destination’s branding as ‘Protaras Riviera’
Welcome to a special feature on Cyprus Shipping News. While our daily focus remains on the maritime and shipping sectors, the broader economic resilience of our island is closely tied to the…
Greece.
Statement of the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners UGS, Melina Travlos, ahead of the next round of negotiations on maritime decarbonisation at the IMO London, 1-4/9/2026
“Climate change is a reality that we are experiencing with ever-increasing intensity. The growing frequency of extreme weather events makes the substantial reduction of greenhouse gas emissions an…
Diana Shipping announces Time Charter Contract for m/v Florida with NYK
Diana Shipping, a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels, today announced that, through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary, it has entered…
Diana Shipping and Star Bulk Carriers announce mutual agreement to terminate vessel sale and purchase agreement
Diana's Offer to Acquire All Outstanding Shares of Genco Remains on the Table Termination of Agreement Has No Impact on Diana’s $1.411 Billion in Committed Financing Nearly Eight Weeks Have Passed…
A new investment in state-of-the-art equipment to enhance productivity and improve service quality at the Thessaloniki port
Eight new hybrid Straddle Carriers, as part of the new growth phase of the Port of Thessaloniki, upgrade its service levels, storage capacity and energy efficiency. ThPA S.A. has received and is…
World.
‘Quiet’ Hormuz crude flow, lack of products have split oil market: TotalEnergies CEO
Says oil passing Hormuz at $10/b premium Russia refinery attacks, ship size hit products Firm eyes investment in new Middle East oil routes Crude oil is "very quietly" moving through the Strait of…
Iran war: US launches economic campaign against Tehran – ENGINE
The US administration has launched ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ – a sweeping move extending secondary sanctions on Tehran and target its revenue…
Perfect Storm at Sea: High bunker prices meet declining fuel quality
Marine fuel buyers entered 2026 facing a perfect storm, suffering some of the highest bunker prices ever experienced, paired with a sharp and…
Iran threatens to fine, detain vessels violating Hormuz transit rules
Iran warned that vessels violating its rules for transiting the Strait of Hormuz could face penalties including fines, detention or confiscation,…
UKHO to mark one year of S-100 trials at SMM 2026
The UK Hydrographic Office will share findings from a year of S-100 trials at SMM 2026 as part of its Future of Navigation Forum. The UK…
Platts Container Index rises to $7,565/FEU, hitting highest level in 2026
The Platts Container Index, a weighted average of key container routes, rose to $7,565/FEU on…
The Nautical Institute launches better working lives at Sea podcast series
The Nautical Institute has launched Better Working Lives at Sea, a new podcast series exploring the…
UK extends emissions trading to shipping
Since 1 July 2026, ships operating on domestic UK voyages have been subject to the UK Emissions…
From concern to control – DNV presents resilience framework to strengthen critical energy infrastructure as threats intensify
DNV called on the energy sector to treat infrastructure resilience as a strategic and societal…
xclusiv S&P Report 24 August 2026
Pls find below the [xclusiv] S&P Report 24 August 2026 [xclusiv] 2026_08_24
Iran lets Iraqi oil tankers pass Hormuz as Trump claims “total control”
Iran has granted permission for a number of Iraqi oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz…
‘Quiet’ Hormuz crude flow, lack of products have split oil market: TotalEnergies CEO
Says oil passing Hormuz at $10/b premium Russia refinery attacks, ship size hit products Firm eyes investment in new Middle East oil routes Crude oil is "very quietly" moving through the Strait of…
Iran war: US launches economic campaign against Tehran – ENGINE
The US administration has launched ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ – a sweeping move extending…
Perfect Storm at Sea: High bunker prices meet declining fuel quality
Marine fuel buyers entered 2026 facing a perfect storm, suffering some of the highest bunker…
Iran threatens to fine, detain vessels violating Hormuz transit rules
Iran warned that vessels violating its rules for transiting the Strait of Hormuz could face…
UKHO to mark one year of S-100 trials at SMM 2026
The UK Hydrographic Office will share findings from a year of S-100 trials at SMM 2026 as part of…
Platts Container Index rises to $7,565/FEU, hitting highest level in 2026
The Platts Container Index, a weighted average of key container routes, rose to $7,565/FEU on…
The Nautical Institute launches better working lives at Sea podcast series
The Nautical Institute has launched Better Working Lives at Sea, a new podcast series exploring the…
UK extends emissions trading to shipping
Since 1 July 2026, ships operating on domestic UK voyages have been subject to the UK Emissions…
From concern to control – DNV presents resilience framework to strengthen critical energy infrastructure as threats intensify
DNV called on the energy sector to treat infrastructure resilience as a strategic and societal…
xclusiv S&P Report 24 August 2026
Pls find below the [xclusiv] S&P Report 24 August 2026 [xclusiv] 2026_08_24
Iran lets Iraqi oil tankers pass Hormuz as Trump claims “total control”
Iran has granted permission for a number of Iraqi oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz…
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Technical.
MacGregor sees a significant increase in demand for electric cranes in 2026
MacGregor has experienced a highly positive trend in the demand for its electric cranes in the first half of 2026, reinforcing its position as an innovating provider of sustainable maritime solutions. Demand for MacGregor cranes has been strong in the first half of 2026, and the electric cranes represent more than 80% of the overall cranes order intake. The majority of orders for electric cranes…
Marine battery maker AYK Energy to launch ‘Cosmos’ world’s swoppable containerised marine battery
The marine battery manufacturer AYK Energy is set to unveil the world’s first swoppable containerised marine battery system at the SMM trade fair in…
KONGSBERG launches Aegir SSA a new family of sonars for Subsea Situational Awareness
KONGSBERG announced the launch of Aegir SSA, a new family of sonars designed to improve maritime security, safety, and navigation through continuous underwater awareness. Unveiled at ONS 2026 in…
MacGregor extends Horizon gangway to floating-to-floating personnel transfer
Certified capability lets crews move between two floating vessels at sea, freeing offshore operators from fixed landing points and port-call scheduling MacGregor has announced that its Horizon…
Lone Star Funds completes sale of Vigor Marine Group
Lone Star Funds announced that an affiliate of Lone Star Fund XI, L.P. has completed the sale of Vigor Marine Group, a provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services, as well as marine…
HD Hyundai pursues U.S. Shipyard Acquisition
HD Hyundai establishes HD Hyundai USA, Negotiating U.S. Shipyard Stakes to Tap MASGA Opportunities Under Executive Vice Chairman Chung Kisun Analysts say that HD Hyundai is accelerating its…
MacGregor sees a significant increase in demand for electric cranes in 2026
MacGregor has experienced a highly positive trend in the demand for its electric cranes in the first half of 2026, reinforcing its position as an innovating provider of sustainable maritime…
Marine battery maker AYK Energy to launch ‘Cosmos’ world’s swoppable containerised marine battery
The marine battery manufacturer AYK Energy is set to unveil the world’s first swoppable containerised marine battery system at the SMM trade fair in Hamburg next month (Hall B stand 342). The…
Steelpaint coating the winner in Maersk corrosion protection trial
A three-year coating trial aboard the 15,300TEU containership Maersk Hamburg has found…
KONGSBERG launches Aegir SSA a new family of sonars for Subsea Situational Awareness
KONGSBERG announced the launch of Aegir SSA, a new family of sonars designed to improve maritime…
MacGregor extends Horizon gangway to floating-to-floating personnel transfer
Certified capability lets crews move between two floating vessels at sea, freeing offshore…
Lone Star Funds completes sale of Vigor Marine Group
Lone Star Funds announced that an affiliate of Lone Star Fund XI, L.P. has completed the sale of…
Digitalisation.
Better fishing prospects with modern technology
A small, unmanned vessel operating ahead of a fishing trawler, scanning the upper water layers, can guide the vessel to areas with the highest concentrations of the tiny zooplankton species Calanus. Calanus finmarchicus, commonly known as Norwegian red copepod, is a small crustacean-like zooplankton species measuring just 2–4 mm. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients, it is used in…
FreeCast Targets the Global Media Monetization Layer Above Telecom, Satellite and Broadband Connectivity
Nasdaq-listed streaming technology company positions PaaS model to help MNOs, MVNOs, ISPs, satellite, D2D/D2M, 5G and broadcast providers…
KONGSBERG expands Maritime Surveillance Capability with additional N3X Satellites
Building on the successful operational delivery of maritime surveillance data through its N3X satellite constellation, KONGSBERG is expanding its space-based maritime surveillance capability to…
Orca AI expands deployment with Eastern Pacific Shipping following successful operational validation
Orca AI expands deployment with EPS following a successful pilot involving five vessels and more than 130,000 nautical miles of operations. Operational data from the pilot showed a 48% reduction in…
SEA.AI and Anschütz bring machine vision to collision avoidance
SEA.AI and Anschütz have formed a partnership combining SEA.AI’s machine vision with Anschütz’s navigation systems expertise. The companies plan to integrate SEA.AI’s technology into the Autonomics…
SES expands into Global Direct-to-Device Services through strategic collaboration with Elveo Mobile
Elveo unites the heritage of two pioneers in direct-to-device (D2D) services and will deliver mobile connectivity from space to mobile phones, devices and machines around the world. SES, a global…
Energy.
Could Russia’s growing fuel crisis help end the Ukraine war?
Empty pumps, long waits: Attacks on oil refineries have left Russia increasingly short of fuel. Dissident Russian economists say growing anger about shortages among ordinary Russians could help end the Ukraine war. Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries have triggered a new fuel crisis in Russia. Reuters news agency reports that at least 30 regions are now affected. Unlike the previous wave of…
Heerema Marine Contractors secures Three Large-Scale Decommissioning Projects in the UK North Sea
Heerema Marine Contractors, in a consortium with AF Offshore Decom, has been awarded three contracts by a North Sea operator for the engineering,…
TGS awarded extension to Largest Seismic Acquisition Project Offshore Indonesia
TGS, a leading provider of energy data and intelligence, is pleased to announce a one-month extension to the largest seismic streamer acquisition contract offshore Indonesia. The extension is…
Equinor, Aker BP and Vår Energi join forces to search for Norway’s next major discoveries
Equinor, Aker BP and Vår Energi are establishing a strategic exploration collaboration to pursue some of the largest remaining opportunities on the Norwegian continental shelf . The aim is to…
Nuclear maritime investing: SMR stocks and LNG shipping in a shifting energy landscape
When one of America’s largest LNG export hubs formally endorses nuclear-powered shipping, it is not a press release — it is a policy signal that reprices an entire asset class. The Port of Corpus…
Oil majors pile in on Americas projects to plug production gap
The world’s major oil companies are sharpening their focus on Americas oil and gas projects and tightening their belts for future price volatility as the Middle East war continues to stifle…
Yachts & Cruises.
Four Seasons Yachts Introduces The Lanserhof Reset, A Transformative Longevity Experience, During its Inaugural Transatlantic Crossing
A personalized wellness residency aboard Four Seasons I, designed to restore mind, body and soul at sea Four Seasons Yachts announced The Lanserhof Reset, designed to enhance the transatlantic…
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® reveals stunning crystal light installation for Seven Seas Prestige™, complete with Regent’s first-ever Lumière Event
The Spectacular Feature Created by Renowned Crystal House Preciosa Lighting and Studio DADO will Illuminate Ship’s Starlight Atrium Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise…
Oceania Cruises® Spotlights longer voyages as the ultimate way to explore the world
As luxury travelers increasingly seek more meaningful ways to see the world, Oceania Cruises® is shining a spotlight on its portfolio of longer voyages, offering guests the opportunity to explore the…
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new ways to unwind ,dine and vacation aboard the soon-to-debut Norwegian Aura™
The Company's Newest and Largest Ship Will Feature the Industry’s Most Expansive Thermal Spa Experience Designed for Relaxation and Rejuvenation; Tamara, NCL's First Specialty Indian Restaurant; and…
Events.
Aker Solutions to accelerate carbon capture and removal projects with Microsoft
Aker Solutions has signed an agreement with Microsoft to advance the maturity, bankability and delivery of carbon capture and storage (CCS) and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects across the globe. Under the agreement, Aker Solutions will engage with developers, emitters, transport and storage providers, industry stakeholders and governments to support project development, reduce execution…
SMM 2026: 35-tonne propeller arrives in Hamburg – SMM’s landmark is back
35-tonne propeller in front of the Hamburg exhibition halls heralds the start of SMM 2026 – and demonstrates how modern ship technology can boost…
SMM 2026: It’s all about technology – and meeting the maritime world
Hamburg becomes the “place to be” for the international maritime community The countdown is on: In one week, SMM 2026 will open its doors. What the industry has developed over the past two years is…
Wind propulsion charts its biggest course yet through SMM 2026
Wind propulsion will have its largest-ever presence at the Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology trade fair in September, underlining the rapid commercial expansion of one of shipping's…
ICOMIA takes its World Marinas Conference to Mainland China for the first time
Shanghai hosting reflects the Chinese government's push to grow leisure yacht and marina infrastructure as a national economic priority. The 2027 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC2027) will be…
Register Now for the 2nd Northern European Crewing Conference in Hamburg – 22 September 2026
“Crewing 5.0: Bridging the Gap Between Digital Efficiency and Human Reliability” REGISTER HERE Date: 22 September 2026 Time: 09:00-15:00 Venue: Hotel Hafen Hamburg - Elbkuppel The 2nd CSN Northern…
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