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Russia’s exporters of liquefied petroleum gas are unlikely to be able to…
Lloyd’s Register, Seatransport and Deployable Energy developing nuclear power for ships
Queensland's ship design group Seatransport and Houston-based Deployable…
Öresundskraft and INEOS led Project Greensand Sign Agreement to store 210,000 tonnes of CO2 per year from Sweden in Denmark
Öresundskraft Kraft & Värme AB and INEOS on behalf of Project Greensand…
Seabourn Encore makes maiden arrival to Continental U.S. with first-ever call in California
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, celebrated…
Holland America Line extends 2026 Europe Season
Holland America Line announced a six-week extension of its 2026 Europe…
Global shipping community reaffirms support for seafarers with groundbreaking updates to ILO’s Maritime Labour Convention
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Atlantic shipping emissions cut agreed, but IMO scrubber ban delayed
As a meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine…
IMO Climate Agreement Shipwreck misses targets and betrays most vulnerable
As International Maritime Organization (IMO) negotiations crucial to climate…
Trump's tariff measures prompt boycott of Starbucks and McDonald's: Following the case of Tesla?
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Trump Tariffs: How the shipping world could be affected
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Russian seaborne oil exports fall 6%, but remain largely unaffected by new sanctions
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LOOKOUT unveils new AI-Optimised Camera with integrated navigation light
LOOKOUT, a leading provider of marine AI systems for safety, announced the…
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CMA D. ARGOUDELIS honoured with Silver Badge for Marine Litter Clean-Up Commitment by HELMEPA
CMA D. ARGOUDELIS & CO S.A. announced that it has been awarded the Silver…
Newly introduced solution for Wärtsilä 50DF engine further reduces methane slip by up to 75 percent
Technology group Wärtsilä has introduced a new methane slip reduction solution…
Subsea7 awarded contract in the US
Subsea7 announced the award of a sizeable1 contract by Shell Offshore Inc. for…
SBM Offshore signs a US$1.1 billion Revolving Credit Facility
SBM Offshore announces that it has signed a US$1.1 billion unsecured Revolving…
US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright meets UAE Energy Leaders at ADNOC HQ
US Energy Secretary’s first international visit marks the enduring and…
Eni and KKR completes the acquisition of an additional stake in the share capital of Enilive
Eni and KKR have closed the transaction contemplated by the investment…
Europe Gas: Prices remain volatile amid tariff, gas storage target uncertainty
Dutch and British gas prices are lacking clear direction on Friday morning but…
Reefer carrier Seatrade automates crew changes using Tilla Technologies
Dutch reefer carrier Seatrade will rely on the Tilla Technologies platform to…
Axelspace to launch seven Next-Generation Earth Observation Microsatellites “GRUS-3” in 2026 - Enhancing Frequent Wide-Area Observation
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Lloyd's Register launches global Cruise Centre of Expertise
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IMO approves net-zero regulations for global shipping
Draft regulations will set mandatory marine fuel standard and GHG emissions…
ICS cautiously welcomes critically important global agreement on shipping’s decarbonisation journey
After many years of negotiations, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)…
European Shipowners welcome important global agreement on shipping decarbonisation
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Union of Greek Shipowners statement on the outcome of IMO MEPC 83 regarding GHG emissions reduction
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) succeeded today to approve the…
A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry
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Outcome of IMO’s MEPC 83: The Zero-Emission (R)evolution starts Now
The final negotiations took place in London within the International Maritime…
Historic agreement in IMO on Global Climate Regulation of Shipping – the Work for Climate-Neutral Shipping will Continue
A majority of IMO member states have voted in favor of an agreement to…
MOL installs Wind Challenger Hard Sail Propulsion Systems on LNG Carrier Serving Tokyo Gas
MOL announced an agreement with Tokyo LNG Tanker Co., Ltd., a wholly owned…
BIMCO adopts reviews of War Risk Clauses
The Documentary Committee of BIMCO has approved revisions to its War Risk…
Dry Weekly Market Monitor - Week 15, 2025 by Signal ocean
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Dutch crew specialists Boers Crew Services streamlines visa application services with success of new Manila office
BCS Group-Boers Crew Service experiences significant growth within six months…
NORDEN adds to Executive Management group with COO role
NORDEN announced that Anne Heidi Jensen will join NORDEN’s Executive…
Brunvoll Propulsion, Manoeuvring, and DP2 System for Emergency Towing Vessel
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GravityVibe in action: Real-world validation and system optimisation
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Wind Propulsion more vital than ever amid Geopolitical Setbacks at IMO Talks
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Wärtsilä will deliver one of Australia’s first DC-coupled energy storage projects
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Van Oord prepares for a sustainable future with large investments
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Energiequelle plans a green hydrogen park in Oulu, Finland
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Positioning Equinor for higher value creation from power
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Sapura Energy O&M secures contract for maintenance, construction and modification services in Malaysia
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ABO Energy explores hydrogen and synthetic fuel production in Oulu, Finland
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Cobham Satcom announces acquisition by Solix Group to accelerate growth
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Windward Q1 Risk Report: Tariff Shifts, Sanctions Surge & Trade Disruptions Shake Global Trade
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NYK concludes contract for construction and charter of Dual-fuel Methanol VLCC for Idemitsu Tanker
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DNV verifies 11.1 M tons avoided CO2 emissions for Jotun coated vessels
To ensure quantifiable numbers on how much CO2 emissions Jotun coated vessel…
Asia Fuel Oil: Spot differentials stable, outright prices plummet
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Finally, Bunker surcharges decline
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Shell lowers first-quarter LNG production outlook
Shell lowered its first-quarter liquefied natural gas (LNG) production outlook…
Microsoft venture Wicresoft to halt China operations, lay off staff, report says
Microsoft's joint venture Wicresoft will cease its China operations from…
New Danelec module empowers fleet owners with trusted high-frequency data
Danelec, a global leader in maritime data solutions, has launched a new Data…
The U.S. Steel Industry: Market Outlook, Theory, and Global Trade Implications
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MAN 175D wins Portuguese Navy Projects
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Ascenz Marorka, GTT’s Smart Shipping arm, to equip the TMS Group’s entire fleet with its “Smart Shipping” solution
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EU countries could loosen gas storage targets in time for winter
European Union countries negotiating changes to the EU’s gas storage targets…
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Scana-owned PSW Power & Automation AS secured a contract for offshore E-House module
Scana-owned PSW Power & Automation AS has secured a contract to design,…
Stillstrom and Panama Canal join forces to decarbonise maritime logistics
Stillstrom by Maersk and the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) have signed a…
FSRU Terminal Program enters its crucial phase – GAZ-SYSTEM has selected the Contractor for the jetty and the offshore pipeline
GAZ-SYSTEM signed a contract with the Consortium consisting of GAP INŞAAT…
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J.P. Morgan halves South Korea's growth forecast in four months
Growth projections lowered from 1.7% to 0.9% Global investment bank J.P. Morgan…
Lloyd’s Register analysis from the ISWG-GHG 19 meeting on mid-term GHG measures
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Baltic Exchange launches new Fuel Equivalence Converter to simplify the commercial and operational impact assessments of alternative fuels
Baltic Exchange has launched the maritime industry’s first-ever free Fuel…
Precision Engineering: MarineShaft’s expertise in heavy equipment repairs
Full Scope Rudder Repair: Repair of 40-tonne rudder blade and manufacturing of…
HD Hyundai and Anduril join forces in pioneering USV Development
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Five more years for the Well Intervention and Stimulation Alliance
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Woodside announces Louisiana LNG partnership with Stonepeak
Woodside has entered into a binding agreement with Stonepeak, a leading global…
Middle East LPG exports hit record high in March, but India’s retreating appetite to pose headwinds
Middle East LPG (excluding Iran) exports hit an all-time high of 1.49 mbd in…
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Lloyd’s Register and Royal Caribbean Group form strategic partnership to advance maritime safety and efficiency across cruise sector
Focussed on enhancing safety, innovation and sustainability across the…
IMO takes action on seafarers’ rights, substandard shipping
Legal Committee adopts guidelines on fair treatment of seafarers held on…
Class societies collaborate to standardise emissions data fields at IMO
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has confirmed the expansion of…
Shell to sell interest in Colonial Enterprises Inc. to Brookfield subsidiary
Shell Midstream Operating LLC (SMUS), a subsidiary of Shell plc (“Shell”),…
PETRONAS extends support to those affected by Gas Pipeline Incident
PETRONAS wishes to express its deepest sympathies to all individuals and…
Eni Joule officially launches the business incubation and training program for 35 Congolese entrepreneurs
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Windstar Cruises plans second Solar Eclipse Cruise after first sold out; Wind Spirit will take in 2026 Total Eclipse in the Mediterranean
The yacht’s position north of Mallorca affords eclipse viewers an unobstructed…
MSC Group’s Cruise division officially inaugurates new terminal in the port of Barcelona
MSC Group’s Cruise Division officially inaugurated the new MSC Barcelona…
Cyprus strengthens global business ties at 3rd Capital Link Cyprus Business Forum in New York
The 3rd Annual Capital Link Cyprus Business Forum convened last Friday at the…
ABS Wavesight™ strengthens maritime collaboration with Vision and Value Summit in Singapore
ABS Wavesight™, the ABS-affiliated Software-as-a-Service company, proudly…
ClassNK issues approval in principle (AiP) for Rigid Windsail Type Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) developed by OceanWings
ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for a Rigid Windsail Type…
DNV launches recommended practice for a common digital language in the energy sector
DNV has released DNV-RP-0670 Asset information modelling framework to improve…
MPA and Wärtsilä renew partnership to drive Maritime Decarbonisation
Wärtsilä, a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle…
Wind Propulsion reaches tipping point as shipowners embrace BAR Technologies' WindWings®
The application of wind propulsion on vessels is now reaching a tipping point…
Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ultra secures orders from leading shipyards, marking early market success
Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ultra is the latest ballast water management system…
MSC Cruises and Chantiers de L’Atlantique mark three word class ship milestones in Saint-Nazaire
MSC Cruises’ new state-of-the-art flagship, MSC World America, is delivered…
How Crew Members are prepared for the High Seas
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Holland America Line ready to launch Epic Alaska Season featuring Glaciers, National Parks, Wildlife and Destination Dining™
"Alaska Is Ready" as the first ship of the season departs April 26; six…
Cyprus Marine Club (CMC) hosted Members Get Together with a presentation from Prof. Nikos Vettas titled Prospects for the European Economies within New Global Challenges
On Friday, 28th March 2025, Cyprus Marine Club (CMC) hosted Members Get…
Navigating the Future of Shipping: Insights from the 19th Annual Capital Link International Shipping Forum
The maritime industry is poised for a transformative era as global trade…
MOL signs of Memorandum of Understanding for consideration of investment in Green Ammonia Production Project in India
-Towards Japan's First Import of Green Ammonia- IHI Corporation, Hokkaido…
Ørsted reaches German onshore wind milestones: Bahren West I Wind Farm now in operation, Bahren West II Wind Farm about to start construction
Ørsted has reached important milestones for both phases of its combined 112 MW…