U.S. energy exports hit record highs as Strait of Hormuz conflict persists

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has cemented America’s position as a…


Ayia Napa Marina hosted the Informal Meeting of EU Heads of State and Government

Ayia Napa Marina successfully hosted the Informal Meeting of the Heads of State…


Cyprus Diaspora Forum 2026 - CYPRIOT SILK STORIES

A Fashion Presentation by Michalis Pantelidis Wednesday, 6 May 2026 | 19:30…


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The 1 million TEU question: Do Gulf overland ports have the capacity?

Our analysis of approximately 35,000 vessel calls reveals that alternative…


Panama Canal meets rising demand

Operations Continue to Run Efficiently and Without Congestion The…


ClassNK issues Approval in Principle (AiP) for a Liquified CO₂ Carrier installing Wind-Assisted Propulsion System

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for a Liquified CO₂ carrier…


DeepOcean wins offshore wind work in Taiwan

Global ocean services provider DeepOcean has been awarded a contract for…


ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore

In an important step to lowering emissions in one of the world’s busiest…


Ship Energy summit 2026 Athens, 2 June 2026

The ship.energy summit will take place in June 2026, providing an ideal…


When the Gulf went still

One month of AIS-derived data from the world's most consequential chokepoint…


Google puts AI agents at heart of its enterprise money-making push

Google rebrands Vertex AI platform under Gemini Enterprise…


Odfjell SE signs agreement to acquire four 40,000 dwt stainless steel newbuildings

Odfjell announces that it has signed agreements to purchase four 40,000 dwt…


Five European TSOs investigate cooperation on offshore cable infrastructure in the North Sea

Five European Transmission System Operators (TSOs) from Belgium, Denmark,…


Singapore’s Maritime Sector to Accelerate Artificial Intelligence (AI) Adoption Under New Partnership

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Singapore Shipping…


Full House for ‘The Geopolitical Impact on Maritime’ at Cyprus Marine Club Event

The Cyprus Marine Club successfully hosted its latest members’ event on 21…


The Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation for shipping

The maritime sector accounts for 3% of the EU’s total CO2 emissions, amounting…


New historic high in revenue and profitability for 2025 at the Port of Thessaloniki

Port of Thessaloniki (ThPA S.A.) announces the financial results in accordance…


WISTA Cyprus launches the 2026 Honours for Diversity and Inclusion in Maritime

Nominations now open for leading initiatives advancing equality and inclusion…


Full House for ‘The Geopolitical Impact on Maritime’ at Cyprus Marine Club Event

The Cyprus Marine Club successfully hosted its latest members’ event on 21…


Historic Byzantine Naval ensign raised on rescue ship as BNLI plans fleet relocation to Cyprus

The international NGO, Byzantine National Lifeboat Institution (BNLI…


Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?

The US has attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship trying to get…


Wilhelmsen Ship Management launches dedicated vessel lifecycle-company Cyclus Marine

Cyclus Marine, the newest company under Wilhelmsen Ship Management, brings…


Princess Cruises' newest ship, Star Princess, makes historic first transit of the Panama Canal

Princess Cruises, one of the world's most iconic cruise brands, celebrated a…


Royal Caribbean reveals a bold new lineup of China sailing for 2027-28

Royal Caribbean has unveiled an exciting new lineup of adventures on Spectrum…


Columbia Group can confirm that Mark O’Neil has left the company

Mark O'Neil leaves Columbia on extremely good terms and as per the group’s…


From Maritime Finance to MIT: Dr. Ioannis Patiniotis on quantifying Soft Skills in shipping

The maritime industry has long been a master of the measurable. From fuel…


Bookings open today for the Limassol-Piraeus sea link as new vessel 'AF Marina' enters service

Bookings officially open today, 22 April 2026, at 10:00 for the seasonal sea…


IMO Secretary-General statement to the France-UK Summit on Freedom of Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization Arsenio…


Multimodal Corridors gain ground as supply chains reconfigure, says DP World

As ongoing disruption across key global shipping corridors continues to impact…


Bulker S&P Activity remains strong as Momentum Moderates

The Bulker market has seen significant activity over the past 12 months. Using…


Europe looks to secure shipping in Strait of Hormuz

France and the United Kingdom have said they are ready to lead a multinational…


Singapore’s low-sulfur marine fuel arbitrage arrivals from the West to drop further in April

Singapore’s low sulfur fuel oil arrivals from the Western markets are set to…


What does AIS have to do with $100+ Oil, $400k/day Tankers, and Gasoline Up 25%+?

At first glance, these outcomes appear to be driven purely by geopolitics and…


Energy market defined by “striking contradiction”, according to latest Willis Energy Market Review

Despite mounting loss activity, rising social inflation and geopolitical…


Newly transformed MSC Poesia set to sail for Alaska ahead of her 2026 Summer Season

· Upgrades include the addition of MSC Yacht Club, as well as enhanced…


Carnival Corporation and Global Maritime Partners complete simulator tests shaping the Future of Navigation

Bridge‑simulator tests brought together ports, hydrographic offices, pilots…


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Strait of Hormuz: Frustration, too soon?

Periods of armed conflict and geopolitical disruption inevitably prompt…


Bridging the Shoei strategy with the reality on deck: An exclusive interview with Capt. Saurabh Singh

In an era where the maritime industry is grappling with rapid decarbonisation…


World's largest pure electric intelligent container ship enters service in China

China's first 10,000-tonne-class pure electric intelligent container ship,…


Seanergy Maritime positions for Capesize Upside with Hybrid Charter Strategy

Seanergy Maritime Holdings is a pure-play Capesize shipping company operating…


Piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia down during first quarter says ReCAAP

A total of 16 incidents of armed robbery against ships (ARAS) were reported in…


G7 crude tankers withdraw from Russia with Urals rising above price cap

G7-linked crude tankers started to withdraw from Russia in March, with rising…


Middle East freight rates top $4,000 amid Hormuz blockade

Middle East route hits an all-time high of $4,167 per TEU, nearly four…


Hormuz energy shock threatens food security, affordability gap for import-dependent countries

Rising energy and fertilizer costs linked to shipping disruptions through the…


Press Conference of the Shipping Deputy Ministry on the Cyprus – Greece Maritime Passenger Connection

The Shipping Deputy Ministry announces the operation of the Cyprus-Greece…


CK Hutchison Unit files arbitration against Maersk over Panama Ports

According to a Reuters report, a Panama-based subsidiary of the Hong Kong…


Ceasefire pulls oil off war highs, but physical markets need time to rebalance

The two-week US-Iran ceasefire announced overnight has taken the panic premium…


ONE rolls out MAX loop linking Asia, Europe and West Africa via Med hubs

Ocean Network Express will launch its Mediterranean Africa Express (MAX)…


Unlocking operational efficiency across the maritime sector

Improving the operational efficiency of voyages is a triple win. It reduces…


New Chairwoman for Danish Shipping

Caroline Pontoppidan has just been elected as the new Chairwoman of the…


NorthStandard adds GlobeView Iran Conflict layer to update users on fast-evolving situation

Continuing high levels of risk in the Persian Gulf have prompted…


"K" LINE acquires full ownership of “K” Line Wind Service

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) and its wholly owned subsidiary Kawasaki…


India Coal Demand Surges — Imports About to Follow? | Dry Market Monitor

Freight Market Signals, Ballasters' Overview & Tonne Charts……


Jamaica calls time on paper-based maritime practices in 2026

The Maritime Authority of Jamaica has said paper-based processes are no longer…


Singapore bunker demand rises 13% in March on higher vessel activity: CAS

Singapore’s bunker fuel demand grew by double digits year over year in March,…


Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines trials AI technology to reduce food waste

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has partnered with KITRO to trial AI-powered food…


Disney Believe announced as next Disney Cruise Line Ship

New details full of promise and possibility revealed for fourth Wish-class…


Maritime Week Americas -  Five Weeks to Go!

Register today to join over 250 delegates from every corner of the…


Strengthening of the partnership between the Shipping Deputy Ministry of Cyprus and the Royal Caribbean Group

- Registration of the “Navigator of the Seas” under the Cyprus flag - The…


MSC transfers ownership to children of founder Gianluigi Aponte

MSC, the world's largest shipping ​group, said on Monday that its…


Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, calls on EU action

Ban aims to address rising anxiety, sleep problems and screen…


West Africa – now hosting the biggest of ships

Dynamar has just released its latest edition of the West Africa Container…


Baltic Dry Index rises to over 1-Month High

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which monitors rates for ships…


Liberian Registry urges Industry-Wide Action on Seafarer Compliance as sanctions enforcement expands

The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is calling on…


ClassNK awards world’s first MASS notation to domestic container ship “Genbu”

ClassNK has granted its “AUTO-Nav2(All)”*1 notation to domestic liner…


Sawgrass LNG & Power completes first-ever LNG Shore-to-Ship bunkering operation at Port Everglades

Sawgrass LNG & Power announced the successful completion of the first-ever…


Eni unveils 2 Tcf Gas discovery offshore Egypt, unlocking Fast Track Development Potential

Eni announces a significant gas and condensate discovery in Egypt, with the…


Aker BP has started oil production from the Symra field in the North Sea

The project has been delivered nine months ahead of original schedule,…


LNG Bunker Snapshot: Singapore price falls on weaker premiums

Rotterdam’s LNG bunker price declines on softer European gas benchmark, while…


Holland America Line marks 153 years of exploration with special 'Anniversary Sale'

Savings up to 30% off, onboard credits, reduced deposits and free kids fare…


Ship Energy summit 2026 Athens, 2 June 2026

The global maritime and energy community will gather in Athens this June for…


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Tototheo Global strengthens Cyprus’ connection to the global innovation ecosystem

Corporate anchor in the new initiative being established in Cyprus with Plug…


MarineShaft performs on-site 3D scanning on Three Azimuth Thrusters

When an Offshore Support Vessel experienced damage to its thrusters during…


Hafnia orders eight MR tankers at Hyundai Heavy in $405m deal

Hafnia has signed a contract to build eight medium-range product tankers at…


Djibouti opens the largest ship repair facility in the Red Sea and East Africa

Djibouti has officially opened the Djibouti Ship Repair Yard (DSRY),…


KEZAD Group attracts AED 147 Million in new projects

Five new projects span more than 84,000 sqm and create 500 jobs, extending…


Stolthaven Revivegen Kaohsiung Terminal, Taiwan, now fully operational

The Stolthaven Revivegen Kaohsiung Terminal (SHRVK) in Taiwan has commenced…


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