Why Russia’s Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade
The Iran war and resulting blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have focused minds…
Seafarers Happiness Index reveals a quarter of two halves as geopolitical conflict drives decline
The Q1 2026 Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) from The Mission to Seafarers has…
Goldman Sachs tracks US tariff impact on shipping volumes
Laden vessels from China to the United States increased 4% week-over-week and…
Elevated tanker rates boost shipping profits amid tight capacity
Elevated tanker and freight rates globally are reinforcing profitability…
European shipping key for Europe's security with 34.5% of global fleet, study finds
Ahead of an event at the European Parliament on the strategic role of European…
AD Ports Group, CMA terminals Khalifa Port, and CMA CGM Group sign MoU to extend inland reach across the UAE and wider region
The three partners intend to cooperate to anchor cargo flows across AD Ports…
Tatham Law names Margot Wastnage as new Partner
Specialist maritime law firm Tatham & Co has named Margot Wastnage as its…
Allied Weekly Market Review Week 18
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Second South Korean Tanker passes Red Sea with Crude
A second shipment of crude oil has been carried through the Red Sea, an…
Long Beach delegation visited Spanish Port to meet on sustainability
A delegation from the Port of Long Beach visited the Port of Valencia, Spain to…
IACS publishes results of Concentrated Inspection Campaign on onboard Emergency Power Supply
Inspections conducted on over 36,000 ships during 2025, and recommendations…
Sea Cargo Charter signatories look to boost maritime sector’s climate transparency
Last week, the Sea Cargo Charter gathered signatories in Geneva for its sixth…
US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz
The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions…
India plans 62-ship investment project to shore up supply chains amid Hormuz crisis
India plans to expand its national shipping capacity by dozens of ships before…
xclusiv S&P Report 04th May 2026
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Tankers: VLCC Market Facing More Uncertainty
Clean LR2 The TC1 75kt MEG/Japan index remained level in the mid WS550’s this…
Stable cargo flows in the Port of Gothenburg despite mixed first-quarter performance
Container handling in the Port of Gothenburg continues to show positive…
APM Terminals and Hateco Group partner for new terminal in Da Nang
Operating for Vietnam APM Terminals and Hateco Group continue successful…
Associated British Ports showcase sector leading experience at Offshore Wind Connections 2026
Associated British Ports is pleased to announce its participation as a Support…
Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy secures advanced Earth Observation Services Enabled by Orbitworks Satellite Constellation
The agreement enables Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy to conduct research…
IRClass Academy conducts Port Facility Security Officer Training in Mauritius to strengthen Maritime Security
IRClass Academy, the training arm of Indian Register of Shipping, reinforced…
Hormuz disruption shows why early-warning data matters
New UNCTAD dashboard tracks risks across shipping, energy, food and finance as…
World’s largest Emission Control Area adopted by International Maritime Organization
The UN International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Marine Environment…
Underestimated risks of coconut oil cargoes
Coconut oil is not immediately associated with risk, but its carriage can…
Danish Shipping new mentorship programme to pave the way for shipping talent
A structured collaboration between shipping companies and young talents in…
IMO’s Net Zero Framework progresses but ENGOs Slam unnecessary delay
As this week’s meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s Marine…
IMO progresses work on ship emissions, pollution and ocean protection
Marine Environment Protection Committee “back on track” towards consensus on…
IMO Urged To Ramp Up Efforts on Curbing Shipping’s Black Carbon Impacts on Arctic
Adoption of Northeast Atlantic Emission Control Area Welcomed As this week’s…
BIMCO publishes time charter party targeting the emerging CO2 trade
BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has adopted a new time charter party which has…
AltaSea, USC Sea Grant join forces to shape the future of Ports and Marine Transportation
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles and the University of Southern California…
EU sanctions - 20th sanctions package against Russia
Circular issued by International Group clubs On 23 April 2026, the Council of…
ECSA winners of European School Competition on the Ship of the Future announced at EU ministerial meeting
The European School Competition, which invited children across Europe to…
Cyclus Marine and Lloyd’s Register sign MoU to advance responsible ship recycling
Cyclus Marine, a newly established lifecycle services company within Wilhelmsen…
The Mission to Seafarers appoints Guy Platten as New Chair
The Mission to Seafarers is pleased to announce the appointment of Guy Platten…
How viable is Syria as a trade route to bypass blocked Hormuz strait?
As disruption in the Strait of Hormuz pushes governments and businesses to…
KBRV highlights ETS uncertainty for offshore vessels ahead of EU maritime forum
Ahead of next week’s Offshore Working Group meeting of the European…
Glencore publishes 2025 sustainability report
Glencore plc published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which is available at…
Key amendments to China’s new Maritime Code
The 2025 Chinese Maritime Code (the "Code"), effective from 1 May 2026,…
Korea launches Shipbuilding-Shipping Alliance
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and…
AD Ports Group and AZCON Holding sign MoU to explore collaboration in transport and logistics infrastructure in Azerbaijan
AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of trade, industry and logistics…
Firmer Sentiment / Ballasters Dropping below 12m avg
Freight Market Signals, Ballasters' Overview & Tonne Charts……
Port Houston awarded $48 million MARAD Grant for Bayport Terminal Expansion and Enhancements
Port Houston has been awarded a $48 million federal grant to support the…
ICS welcomes return to International Maritime Organization spirit of co-operation on maritime green house gas reduction
This week's International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment…
The Mission to Seafarers launches Shorebased Happiness Index
The Mission to Seafarers, the global maritime welfare charity and publisher of…
DORIC MONTHLY - BRAZIL BAROMETER APRIL 2026
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IMO's Marine Environment Protection Committee convenes in London to discuss key ocean issues
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez opened the 84th session of the Marine…
BIMCO Dry Bulk Shipping Market Overview & Outlook
Closure of Strait of Hormuz curbs demand growt "The Iran war and the resulting…
Port of Long Beach marks Earth Month with Biosurvey Report
Nature is thriving above and below the ocean surface at the Port of Long Beach,…
Asia strengthens its role at SMM 2026
The maritime industry is becoming increasingly interconnected on a global…
Cities around the world call for accelerating the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy
C40 cities highlight renewable energy as the most effective path to securing…
MOL is the 1st Japanese company to join the World Economic Forum's '1000 Ocean Startups' program
Contributing to the Growth of a Global Ocean Startup Networ Mitsui O.S.K.…
Regional Shipping Networks gain as Global Trade Routes Realign
Global trade disruption and realignment are transforming the Red Sea Corridor…
Chokepoints and conflict: How the Hormuz crisis is exposing global shipping vulnerabilities
The blockading of ships in the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the conflict…
Asia-US container rates stable to slightly higher; tanker rates mixed
Rates for shipping containers from east Asia and China to the US rose slightly…
Sailing through troubled waters
India is one of the top three global suppliers of seafarers, with a trained…
West moves to larger Hong Kong office, supporting growth in China and Vietnam
West P&I has relocated its Hong Kong office to larger premises,…
NORDEN raises full-year guidance
On the back of additional vessel sales and a stronger tanker market, NORDEN…
DORIC MONTHLY - CHINA BAROMETER APRIL 2026
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xclusiv S&P Report 27th April 2026
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Intermodal Report Week 17 2026
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Allied Weekly Market Review Week 17
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Global Shipping Climate deal edges closerIMO Member States urged to hold line
Ahead of next week’s meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s…
No safe transit through Strait of Hormuz IMO Secretary-General
Seafarer shares first-hand account with IMO about being stranded in the…
Menzell Döhle Group appoints Elias Balatoglou as Country Representative for Greece and Cyprus
Menzell Döhle Group has officially announced the appointment of Elias…
Singapore Institute of Technology, DNV, and Singapore Maritime Foundation cooperate on new masters in vessel management
DNV and the Singapore Institute of Technology will co-develop and deliver a…
Pathway for adoption of ambitious global climate regulation must be laid at IMO meeting
A number of important technical issues are on the agenda at IMO meeting…
Marine fuels contaminated with unwanted chemical compounds
Recently, Skuld has seen several vessels reporting bunkered fuel that is on…
Maritime& Coastguard congratulations on results day for first cohort of seafarers taking digital assessments
The first seafarers to take new digital assessments that are being rolled out…
MOL and it's partners earn AiP for basic design of an unmanned autonomous rocket recovery vessel
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, announced that MOL and its partners , Innovative Space…
DORIC WEEKLY INSIGHT 24 APRIL 2026
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Larios named Port of Long Beach’s Construction Management Director
The Port of Long Beach has named longtime Port engineer Cesar Larios to lead…
The 1 million TEU question: Do Gulf overland ports have the capacity?
Our analysis of approximately 35,000 vessel calls reveals that alternative…
Ageing vessels are driving rise in major claims as fire risk worsens, ShipIn warns
A sharp rise in major marine insurance claims involving older vessels should be…
Singapore Institute of Technology, DNV, and Singapore Maritime Foundation cooperate on new masters in vessel management
DNV and the Singapore Institute of Technology will co-develop and deliver a…
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…
Climate Activists greet IMO delegates with massive banners demanding stand up to Trump & the Petrostates Green Shipping Now
As global negotiations to clean up the shipping industry hang in the balance, a…
BIMCO statement on the security situation in the Strait of Hormuz
Insights or information regarding reports of a potential scam from parties…
Valenciaport is positioning itself as a leader in advancing a paperless logistics model
On 28 and 29 April, the Port Authority of Valencia is bringing together the…
APM Terminals invests in electric upgrade and extends partnership in Valencia
Concession extended until 2049, linked to a commitment to decarbonisation and…
ABP commits to ABP Newport Marathon Festival sponsorship until 2029
Associated British Ports , the UK’s largest port operator, has extended its…
When the Gulf went still
One month of AIS-derived data from the world's most consequential chokepoint…
Regional Shipping Networks gain as Global Trade routes realign
Global trade disruption and realignment are transforming the Red Sea Corridor…
Third annual marine autonomy study ‘the Janus Review’ reports new USV ‘arms race’ driven by wars in Ukraine and Iran
Unmanned Surface Vessel operator Janus Marine and Defense is publishing it…
IBIA statement concerning the forthcoming MEPC 84
The joint statement issued on Monday 20 April 2026 by shipping associations…
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…
Marine surveyors urged to strengthen due diligence after 30,000 off-spec grain cargo dispute, warns ITIC
A US$30,000 off-spec grain cargo claim directed at the wrong surveyor has…
MOL reinforces a regional presence at Singapore Maritime Week
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, has concluded a highly successful week at Singapore…
Geopolitical turmoil is causing concern among Danish shipping executives
Half of the CEOs of the largest Danish shipping companies believe that…
IACS publishes recommendation on onboard lifting equipment
IACS, the membership organisation for the world’s leading classification…
HPH Trust unveils Hong Kong’s first autonomous truck fleet
Hutchison Port Holdings Trust announced the launch of its inaugural Autonomous…
Statement by IMO Secretary-General on the recent attacks on ships in the Middle East region
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez issued the following statement: “The…
APM Terminals becomes minority shareholder and operating partner in Hai Phong
After three years of close partnership developing the Hateco Hai Phong…
Intermodal Report Week 16 2026
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Operational results of Cool Carriers Chile for the Summer Season
Cool Carriers, the world’s largest operator of specialized reefer vessels,…
Stream Marine Training warns crew readiness must keep pace with future-fuel shift
As the maritime industry works toward the IMO’s 2050 emission-reduction…
International Chamber of Shipping announces sixth edition of Tanker Safety Guide Chemical – strengthening safety standards for chemical tanker operations
The International Chamber of Shipping announces the launch of the sixth edition…
NGOs call for Black Carbon action on Curb Shipping’s Arctic impacts
Ahead of next week’s meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s…