Ammonia Power IACS updates UR M78 to drive zero-carbon shipping

The International Association of Classification Societies  has announced a…


Statement of the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, Melina Travlos about targeting shipping

Once again, merchant shipping, our vessels and above all our seafarers find…


CF Industries, Trafigura and TFG Marine sign MOU to advance low-carbon ammonia for maritime decarbonisation

CF Industries Holdings , a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen…


Grimaldi celebrates the arrival of the Grande Manila

Delivery and christening ceremony for the Italian shipping group’s seventh…


Piraeus Port Authority inaugurates the 2026 cruise season – New passenger record in 2025

Piraeus Port Authority  inaugurated the 2026 cruise season with the arrival of…


Diana Shipping announces Time Charter Contract for m/v DSI Altair with Bunge

Diana Shipping , a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and…


Lloyd’s Register launches advanced stowage solutions to cut container losses and improve ship efficiency

The updates incorporate enhanced design and operational protocols for safer…


Keeping the ship moving - step-in agreements and what they mean for charterers

Most charterers spend their time thinking about ships, cargo, and freight, not…


Qatar and UAE to join U.S.-led effort to bolster technology supply chain

Qatar and UAE to officially join 'Pax Silica' within days Initiative…


The human side of operational efficiency in shipping

Operational efficiency is one of the most…


Diana Shipping announces direct continuation of time charter contract for m/v Maia with Paralos Shipping

Diana Shipping, a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and…


Eutelsat procures a further 340 OneWeb Low Earth Orbit Satellites from Airbus

Delivering enhanced technical performance through technology upgrades Assuring…


ITIC warns of rising payment fraud after US200,000 crew settlement intercepted

P&I correspondents are being urged to strengthen their payment verification…


US oil firms juggle Venezuela opportunity, investor concern ahead of White House summit

Investors skeptical about Venezuela's political stability and…


Frontline announces strategic fleet renewal and expansion

Frontline announces a strategic fleet renewal initiative, involving both the…


MOL, ITOCHU sign MOU for strategic partnership to promote use of environmental attribute certificates

Toward Decarbonizing the Transportation Sector: Japan’s 1stCollaborative Model…


Erwin Derlagen joins InterMaritime Shipmanagement as Senior Technical Director

InterMaritime Shipmanagement has announced the appointment of Erwin Derlagen as…


Raft of shipping rules in force from 1 January 2026

Amendments to key IMO treaties include reporting lost containers and…


Cypriot Presidency takes helm of EU Council at crucial moment for EU ocean policy

Oceana urges the incoming Cypriot Presidency of the Council to secure decades…


Russia reclaims its Dark Fleet as Venezuela Tankers come under attack

Bella 1 Reflags to Russia to Avoid U.S. Interception Runaway Venezuela-trading…


Launch of European School Competition to mark 60th Anniversary of European Shipowners

With the support of the European Commission and the 2026 Cyprus Presidency of…


South Korea's Shipbuilders hold ground, eye LNG Carriers in 2026

Amid global order decline, domestic firms target high-value LNG vessels as…


Clarksons acquires Zuma Labs to transform FFA Market Technology

Clarkson PLC announced the acquisition of 100% of the issued share capital of…


Use of artificial intelligence saved Equinor USD 130 million in 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) contributed to value creation and savings for…


The New German Carbon Dioxide Storage and Transport Act

With the recodification of its Carbon Dioxide Storage and Transport Act…


Meta delays global rollout of Ray-Ban Display glasses on strong US demand, supply squeeze

Meta said on Tuesday it has decided to pause international expansion of…


Charting the Course: Danish Shipping presents new 2026-2030 strategy

In a changing world, Danish shipping companies adapt and seize new…


V. announces the acquisition of maritime fuel efficiency & decarbonisation partner Njord

V.Group (V.), the leading global marine services provider, announces the…


Market Insights | Venezuela, Russia, and the Oil Balance

Interpreting Current Signals for Tanker Demand Renewed attention on Venezuela’s…


Venezuela’s PDVSA asks some Joint Ventures to cut back oil output

Venezuela’s state-run oil company PDVSA is asking some joint ventures to cut…


Samsung Electronics Announces AI Integration Across All Products at CES

SmartThings Connects 430 Million Users with 4,700 Kinds of Home……


IMO Secretary-General sets his priorities for 2026 in new year message

International Maritime Organization (IMO) Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez…


From Targets to Trade-Offs: Why 2026 will redefine shipping’s Decarbonisation Path

As 2025 draws to a close, the global shipping industry finds itself far from…


Shipping’s Green Technology Tracker: 2025 Review by Clarksons Research

Clarksons Research have today released their latest Green Technology Tracker,…


Samsung Heavy Industries wins contract for two LNG Carriers worth 721.1 Bil. Won

Vessels, Ordered by Oceania Shipping Company, to be Delivered by 2028…


Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the CSN Team – Looking Ahead to 2026

As 2025 comes to a close, we at CSN want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all…


Columbia Group reinforces commitment to safety, human-centred management and inclusion in 2026 outlook

Columbia Group has set out its priorities for 2026 with a clear focus on…


Korean Shipbuilders expand U.S. Production Operations

Major companies accelerate entry into U.S. Shipbuilding Market Korea’s…


Frostabåten – Successful test sailing of electric hydrofoil in Trondheimsfjorden

– A breakthrough for emission-free and autonomous mobility at sea. This week,…


India's Russian oil imports show resilience despite sanctions, sources say

Russian crude to India seen around 1.2 mln bpd in December India…


Google Cloud lands deal with Palo Alto Networks 'approaching $10 billion,' per source

Alphabet's cloud computing unit and cybersecurity company Palo Alto…


RINA acquires GLOVAL, the third-largest player in the Spanish real estate valuation market

The transaction brings together more than 270 professionals, primarily based in…


Renewables TotalEnergies divests 50% of a 424 MW portfolio in Greece

In line with its renewables business model, TotalEnergies has closed the sale…


Repair case studies from MarineShaft

In situ machining of bolt holes for fitting of a new shaft line coupling The…


Shipping industry mourns the passing of Dr Heinrich Schulte

It is with great sadness that the Schulte Group announces the passing of…


Microsoft unveils seven major AI trends for next year

AI Becomes Key Collaborator in Healthcare; Quantum Computing Nears…


ExxonMobil and BASF join forces to advance low-emission hydrogen through methane pyrolysis technology

Industry leaders team up to accelerate methane pyrolysis—a technology that…


IMO Secretary-General statement on the situation in the Black Sea

The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization Mr. Arsenio…


AI promised a revolution. Companies are still waiting

Companies aren't yet seeing returns from their AI investments AI…


TotalEnergies signs new renewable power agreement with Google to supply data centers

TotalEnergies and Google have signed a 21-year Power Purchase Agreement to…


Lloyd’s Register Hellenic Technical Committee welcomes new leadership from Capital Ship Management Corp CTO

LR strengthens its long-standing commitment to the Greek maritime community.…


Ilias Tsakiris named among Lloyd’s List Top 10 in Marine Insurance 2025

Ilias Tsakiris, CEO of Hellenic Hull and General Manager of the American Club…


Mikki Koskinen takes the helm as ES|ECSA President, with Nikolas Veniamis elected Vice-President 

Mikki Koskinen from Finland has been elected the next European Shipowners |…


Upbeat Capesize sentiment sees dry bulk freight market enjoy a year-end bonus

FFA market more positive for the first quarter of 2026, despite downside risks…


Three-Year Renewal of Cyprus Seafarers’ CBA highlights Industry Stability and Cooperation

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC), acting also under its capacity as an…


Bunkering Services Initiative marks the start of operations across the ARA region

Leading marine fuel buyers and suppliers developed the Initiative to deliver…


Poseidon Principles minimum climate alignment scores improve by nearly 8%

Ship financiers’ lending portfolios are getting closer to reaching…


Seafarers face the brunt of alternative fuels with little medical support

The global shift to alternative marine fuels is bringing potential new medical…


Venezuela oil exports fall sharply after US tanker seizure, sources and data say

Only Chevron-chartered tankers sailing into international waters…


The 4th CSN Greece ICTConference - Vidcast with Christiana Aristidou, The Hybrid LawTech Firm

The 4th CSN Greece ICTConference - Vidcast with Christiana Aristidou, Founder…


Xsight Labs X2 Switch to enable Next-Generation Starlink Satellites and deliver Gigabit Connectivity

High-bandwidth, ultra-low-power chip is leveraged for Starlink V3 satellites…


ZCG-Backed Unimed acquires Elssi Maritime Services

Acquisition Accelerates Growth Strategy by Adding Elssi’s Specialized Testing…


Why Sexual Harassment Awareness Training is essential for today’s maritime workplace

As vessels, ports, and offshore facilities diversify and globalise, the need…


Hapag-Lloyd orders eight new dual-fuel methanol container ships

Deliveries expected in 2028 and 2029 Investment volume of more than USD 500…


Russia-linked LNG carrier from sanctioned Portovaya facility departs China's Beihai: CAS

Beihai port receives first LNG from Portovaya facility 20th arrival since…


Elon Musk's SpaceX to raise over $25 billion in blockbuster 2026 IPO, source says

SpaceX's IPO could value it over $1 trillion, source says Listing…


A.P. Moller – Maersk appoints new Chief Financial Officer

A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S: Highly experienced logistics CFO, Robert Erni, joins…


Cyprus Shipping Chamber joins the European Shipowners’ 60th Anniversary celebrations

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) participated in the anniversary events…


Panama Canal LNG transits dip in November as Europe lures US cargoes

Only 3 laden LNG carriers, one unladen transit canal in November No LNG…


Euroseas announces 3-year forward charter contracts for three of its modern 2,800 TEU containerships

Euroseas , an owner and operator of container carrier vessels and provider…


Future control rooms take inspiration from the Road Traffic Control Centre

As part of the ROC project, companies from the Ocean Autonomy Cluster and…


Google faces EU antitrust investigation over AI Overviews, YouTube

EU probes Google's use of web content for AI training Concerns over…


Mintra acquires SQLearn to strengthen presence in the Greek maritime market

Mintra, a global leader in digital learning and workforce management solutions…


FuelEU Maritime – flexibility mechanisms and pool verification

In July 2025, DNV published the statutory news “FuelEU Maritime: Key…


Lloyd’s Register and Latsco chart a new digital course for ship classification 

This breakthrough marks a decisive step forward in the digitalisation of ship…


From regulation to reality: Fuel Assessment update of the Mediterranean Emission Control Area

By the end of October 2025, six months had passed since the implementation of…


Russian fuel oil flows to Singapore hit record high despite sanctions: CAS

Discharges surge 40% YOY in 2025 Highest annual volume since CAS…


Columbia Group expects significant growth as more owners shift operations to the UAE

Columbia Group anticipates a period of strong expansion as an increasing number…


Iridium awarded 5-Year System Infrastructure Transformation and Hybridisation contract worth Up to $85.8 Million

Iridium Communications Inc., a leading provider of global voice, data, and PNT…


Asia-US container rates mixed as carriers use smaller, more frequent hikes to halt slide

Rates for shipping containers from east Asia and China to the US were mixed…


Brazil’s potential to become a leader in the global e-fuel market

To shed light on and propel Brazil’s opportunity to accelerate…


Columbia Shipmanagement strengthens support for women in maritime through She Beyond initiative

Columbia Shipmanagement, part of the Columbia Group, has reinforced its…


Microsoft lowers AI Agent Sales targets amid tepid market

AI Agents Face Adoption Hurdles; Safety Concerns Persist for Firms…


Samsung expands US Shipbuilding partnerships

The collaboration focuses on logistics and LNG vessel construction,…


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