Korea Big Three Shipbuilders near 2 Trillion Won Profit
Q1 operating profit is forecast at 1.92 trillion won, up 55%…
RINA and Hanwha signed an agreement to promote the adoption of battery-hybrid propulsion systems
The collaboration aims to accelerate the transition to low-emission vessels by…
Hunting awarded $63.5 million of subsea orders for Guyana
Hunting PLC (LSE: HTG), the precision engineering group, today announces that…
Transocean announces contract awards totaling $1.0 Billion
Transocean Ltd. announced awards of a contract for a harsh environment…
ADNOC and OMV announce Executive Leadership for Borouge Group International AG
Executive leadership team comprises Roger Kearns as Chief Executive Officer,…
BW Energy secures 25‑year extension of Dussafu licence offshore Gabon
BW Energy announced that the Company has agreed a 25‑year extension of the…
Korean Refiners’ export hit record-high in March amid Crude Supply Shortage
Petroleum product exports hit a record-high March value on surging…
Shipping warned of rising Cyber Risk as operators struggle to track vessel systems
GTMaritime is warning that shipping faces increasing operational disruption,…
Northwestel and Telesat formalise Telesat Lightspeed agreement
Telesat, one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators,…
ZELIM provides man overboard detection tech for BC Ferries
FOUR OF BC FERRIES’ NEW HYBRID-ELECTRIC FERRIES WILL BE SUPPLIED WITH ZELIM’S…
Wilhelmsen Ship Management and MPC Capital launch Waterway IT as a new global platform for onboard vessel IT
Wilhelmsen Ship Management and MPC Capital launch Waterway IT as a new global…
Open Letter to President Ursula von der Leyen: Europe’s transport system is unprepared — and workers are paying the price
The consequences of the Iran conflict and Gulf escalation are not an isolated…
Growing Houthi risk could amplify inefficiencies across tanker trade flows
Escalating Houthi attacks against Israeli targets signal potential maritime…
Market upheaval drives reversal in Singapore-Rotterdam LNG bunker spread
LNG bunker fuel prices in Singapore held a premium to Rotterdam on March 31,…
Uncertainty at the IMO: Three scenarios and their consequences for shipping’s transition
Comparing three likely…
Noatum Ports Safaga Terminal - Egypt receives STS and RTG Cranes, enhancing connectivity across the Red Sea
Noatum Ports, the international ports operating arm of AD Ports Group…
Indian Register of Shipping Announces Leadership Realignment to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has announced key leadership appointments…
Xeneta weekly ocean container shipping market: Rates up 30% over the past month
Xeneta analyst insight Peter Sand, Xeneta Chief Analyst: “Five weeks into the…
Selkie USV validated in the West Philippine sea during Tropical winter 100
Earlier this year, Sea Machines conducted Tropical Winter 100, an autonomy sea…
Norsepower and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Equipment (CHIC) deepen cooperation to scale production and deployment of Norsepower Rotor Sails™
The agreement was signed by Heikki Pöntynen, CEO of…
World’s first Hydrogen-Fueled operation of a Main Engine in Factory for a Large Commercial Vessel
～Project Accelerates Toward Demonstration Operation of a Hydrogen-Fueled…
Holland Shipyards Group delivers third offshore support vessel ‘MEN SKEY’ to Dixstone
With Men Cren already delivered as the first vessel in the series and both…
GSR signs Memorandum of Understanding with Japan’s DORD to conduct joint demonstration test in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone
Global Sea Mineral Resources (GSR), the deep‑sea exploratory subsidiary of…
AKERBP celebrates completion of major Valhall module in Grimstad
The 1,000-tonne MEG module for the new platform at the Valhall field is now…
Seadrill announces West Polaris contract extension in Brazil
Seadrill announced the ultra-deepwater drillship, West Polaris, was awarded a…
US supply chains intact but fuel costs rise amid Middle East tensions
Bunker fuel used by container vessels has doubled over the past three weeks,…
Beyond oil: Strait of Hormuz power struggle threatens fertiliser and ammonia trade
The trade of global fertiliser and ammonia faces intense pressure due to the…
MariApps Marine Solutions completes strategic acquisition of EffiaSoft
MariApps Marine Solutions, a global leader in maritime digital solutions and a…
Viasat expands global STEM Innovation with Next Iteration of Viasat: Space for Good Challenge
Global competition to be hosted in U.S., United Kingdom &…
The truth in turbulence: Why unbiased data matters in volatile shipping markets
In 2008, shipping entered unparalleled territory as soaring Chinese demand…
Zelim accelerates global growth with Canada office launch
Zelim announced that it is has established a site in Atlantic Canada, marking…
Nominees announced for the CYDIA Awards® 2026
The Cyprus Diaspora Forum is proud to announce the nominees for the CYDIA…
Data Fatigue, Hard Truths, and the 300% Regulatory Surge: An exclusive interview with Akshay Yadava, Managing Director of Norse Ship Management
Having spent a good number of years watching the shipping industry evolve, I’ve…
Strait of Hormuz: “Fragmented responses are no longer sufficient,” says IMO Secretary-General
Foreign Ministers updated on IMO actions related to the situation in the…
Cape detour boosts South Africa as shipping reroutes from Hormuz risk
With war between the United States and Israel and Iran effectively paralysing…
Turkish ships seek passage through Strait of Hormuz amid blockade
Turkey is seeking Iranian permission for 11 Turkish-owned vessels to pass…
Hormuz reopening still leaves shipping strained for two years
KOBC warns port bottlenecks and vessel backlogs persist even after…
China consolidates iron ore demand to challenge BHP, reshape pricing
China has moved in earnest to secure leadership in the global iron ore…
Gulf ceasefire ‘fundamental’ to global shipping
A ceasefire, as well as peace and stability, in the Gulf region are the…
Xeneta Weekly Ocean Container Shipping Market
Latest Xeneta ocean container shipping data highlights are provided below…
Germany's first Omani LNG shipments arrive despite Middle East disruptions
Germany's first Omani LNG deliveries are arriving on schedule — but analysis of…
Drewry World Container Index - 02 Apr
For many years, World Container Index (WCI) has been the go-to, independent,…
Scorpio Tankers announces strategic collaboration with AMPERA to develop & commercialise Micronuclear Solutions for Global Marine and Shipping Markets
Scorpio Tankers announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration…
NYK Bulkship Partners sets sail
With the aim of further strengthening the competitiveness of the NYK Group’s…
The Bavarian Minister-President recognizes German mechanical and plant engineering in the United States
Markus Söder visits Everllence’s U.S. site in Houston, Texas On March 30,…
Samsung Heavy Industries joins U.S. Navy Logistics Ship Design
SHI begins conceptual design support for the Next-Generation Logistics…
APM Terminals Maasvlakte II, Embotech and Terberg expand Automated Terminal Tractor fleet in Rotterdam
Deployment progresses toward one of Europe’s largest automated terminal tractor…
DroneQ Robotics signs exclusive deal with Mark Offshore
Unmanned robotics services provider DroneQ Robotics and offshore support and…
Kalmar supplies hybrid straddle carriers to PSA Antwerp
Kalmar has signed an agreement to supply 14 Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers to…
BlackRock buys 5% Stakes of Samsung Heavy Industries
The move comes as Samsung Heavy Industries wins new VLGC order and…
Shale Oil Components detected in Marine Fuels in Singapore
VPS has seen an increase in the levels of shale oil components in marine fuels…
Australia signals LNG export Curbs to South Korea
Seoul says near-term supply impact is limited, but notes Australia…
Celestyal cancels all April sailings
Celestyal has confirmed the cancellation of all April 2026 departures as its…
7th CSN Cyprus ICT Conference, Limassol 5th May 2026 “Intelligent Skies, Secure Seas: The AI Impact on ICT” - Save the date
About the Conference The 7th CSN Cyprus Shipping ICT Conference, titled…
Rescue drill conducted at Limassol Port container terminal
The first large-scale rescue drill at the container terminal of Limassol Port…
Maritime AI developments to be showcased at Posidonia 2026
Posidonia Survey Shows Shipping Weighs AI Acceleration Against Maritime…
One Month of War in the Gulf: Mapping the Global Maritime Disruption
The Strait of Hormuz has shifted from open transit to a controlled,…
OneCare Group urges shipping companies to prioritise crew wellbeing during key times in the year when feelings of loneliness may intensify
Maritime health and wellness platform OneCare Group is urging shipping…
Lifeboats can be unstable in some emergency scenarios
EU testing of 6 lifeboats for stability showed that some are at risk of…
European Shipowners and European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) reaffirm commitment to upskilling and reskilling of seafarers
The European Maritime Skills Forum held its second plenary session in Brussels,…
Fire Safety Requirements for ro-ro Passenger Ships
The IMO has introduced important updates to fire safety requirements…
IRClass Academy advances Port Security Capacity with fourth CISF Training on Port Security Awareness
IRCLASS Academy, a premier maritime and security training institution,…
APC MarineLINE mid-life tanker recoating programme gives Ardmore an operational edge
AVON, OHIO headquartered manufacturer Advanced Polymer Coatings (APC) has…
Hanwha joins design of U.S. Navy Logistics Ships
The deal secures Hanwha’s first U.S. Navy order since acquiring Philly…
Dinnteco America unveils DDCE Marine Mini Lightning Protection solution for small vessels
Dinnteco America, established leader in lightning protection technology,…
Borr Drilling Limited announced new contract commitments for four of its premium jack-up rigs
In West Africa, the Prospector 5 has received a binding letter of award…
World Fuel Services and West Coast Clean Fuels establish proven Methanol Bunkering Capability available across U.S. Ports
A first in the U.S. for over-the-water methanol bunkering World Fuel Services,…
TotalEnergies and Masdar to form $2.2 billion Joint Venture to Accelerate Renewable Energy Growth in Asia
Binding agreement to merge onshore renewable activities in…
Jebsen & Jessen appoints Karl Tilkorn as CEO to lead new business unit for Material Handling
Jebsen & Jessen today announced the appointment of Karl Tilkorn as Chief…
“K” LINE Starts Continued Use of Bio-LNG Fuel for Car Carriers
“K” LINE Environmental Vision Initiative to Achieve Net-Zero GHG Emissions in…
Chevron announces Senior Leadership Changes
Chevron Corporation announced leadership updates that reflect the company’s…
SAP to acquire Reltio: Make SAP and Non-SAP Data AI-Ready
SAP SE and Reltio Inc. today announced that SAP has agreed to acquire Reltio, a…
Why AI in Maritime Safety Requires Class Discipline
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing how risk is…
Amazon, Delta team up for in-flight Wi-Fi, challenging Musk's Starlink
Amazon to put Leo internet on 500 Delta planes Delta deal rachets up…
IMO's Facilitation Committee approves digitalisation strategy and cyber security measures
IMO steps up progress on digitalization to enhance maritime safety and…
A Joyful Easter to all our Catholic and non-Orthodox readers
As we move through this significant week in the Christian calendar, we would…
Columbia Group CEO questions whether shipping is heading for a wider crewing shortage
Mark O’Neil, CEO of Columbia Group, has questioned whether the shipping…
Asian refiners pivot to US crude on Hormuz disruptions, lifting WTI spot premium
Spot premiums for US crude grades are expected to continue rising as Asian…
Ambition in Action: How EPS is navigating the Multi-Fuel Future
Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has long been a trailblazer in the maritime…
Commodity Radar: The war in Iran will have knock-on effects for the steel markets in the upcoming months
Indonesia continues to absorb excess Chinese steel in 2026.……
UK ETS extends to domestic maritime sector
From 1 July 2026, the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) will cover domestic…
Marine insurers reaffirm their commitment to supporting trade in the Middle East
The global marine insurance market continues to show resilience and is…
Brazil sets new records as global soybean leader amid US-China trade tensions
With the 2025-26 harvest entering its final stages, Brazil is poised to…
Climate TRACE Releases January 2026 Emissions Data
Climate TRACE reported that global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the month…
ARA fuel oil stocks down 20%
The ARA’s independently held fuel oil stocks have slumped 20% lower in March…
Hormuz disruptions strain East & South Africa’s oil supply
Relying on the Middle East for nearly half of its oil imports, East and South…
TotalEnergies and EDF Sign a Long‑Term Partnership to Secure Low‑Carbon Electricity Supply for TotalEnergies’ Refining & Chemicals Sites in France
Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of…
Maritime Week Americas 2026
In a world that is increasingly troubled by geopolitical tensions, economic…
Navigating the Chinese Newbuilding Market: Insights from Boutique Broker HIT Marine
The centre of gravity in global shipbuilding has firmly shifted East. With…
UW Group’s “Fellow Travellers” sculpture targeted by vandalism
UW Group expresses deep concern and disappointment following the vandalism of…
Survival over strategy: Geopolitics disrupts the Green Agenda at the 1st CSN Singapore Shipping Debate
The inaugural CSN Singapore Shipping Debate, held at the Marina Bay Sands…
Transport and Environment: Greece risks becoming Trump’s Trojan horse in the fight to decarbonise shipping
As anyone knows, any great Greek tragedy is defined by an act of betrayal.…
Iran war amplifies outlook uncertainty
Container Shipping Market Overview & Outlook "Following the start of…
COSCO ships turn back from Hormuz Strait despite Iran assurances
Two Chinese container ships reversed course after attempting to exit the Gulf…
Tailored Cyber Threat ‘Prescriptions’ for Shipping Lines, Shipyards, and Equipment Makers
As cyber threats against the global maritime industry continue to escalate…
DORIC WEEKLY INSIGHT 27 MARCH 2026
Please find below the DORIC Market Insight for the week ending 27th March……
PPG introduces PPG InsightsNav analytics tool for marine seastock coatings data
Provides visibility into spend trends, highlights cost-saving opportunities…
Subsea Support Vessel ‘r/v Mintis’ joins Mark Offshore fleet
Catamaran Research Vessel ready to be deployed for offshore renewables, marine…