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,…


NYK Bulkship Partners sets sail

With the aim of further strengthening the competitiveness of the NYK Group’s…


One Month of War in the Gulf: Mapping the Global Maritime Disruption

The Strait of Hormuz has shifted from open transit to a controlled,…


IACS 2025 annual review highlights the role of class in driving progress on maritime safety and innovation

IACS’s 2025 Annual Review explores the work of IACS and its classification…


Ship insurance premiums up over tenfold in recent days

As the Strait of Hormuz has effectively been blocked following U.S. and Israeli…


Lifeboats can be unstable in some emergency scenarios

EU testing of 6 lifeboats for stability showed that some are at risk of…


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,…


John Moulopoulos joins Maritime Strategies International as Director, North America

Experienced executive will lead business development in the Americas and draw…


MOL Group unveils phase 2 of its management plan 'BLUE ACTION 2035'

Advancing to the Next Stage Toward 'Value Realization' Mitsui O.S.K. Lines,…


A Joyful Easter to all our Catholic and non-Orthodox readers

As we move through this significant week in the Christian calendar, we would…


Middle East conflict straits of Hormuz transits 95% down

Clarksons Research, the data and analytics arm of the Clarksons Group have been…


“You can’t reduce what you can’t measure” — A Sea Cargo Charter (SCC) article

It is a difficult moment for shipping decarbonisation. Geopolitical…


Courts have become less sympathetic to carriers, Shearwater Law director warns

Courts are becoming increasingly less sympathetic towards sea carriers in…


xclusiv S&P Report 30th March 2026

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DHT Holdings, strategic fleet update

DHT Holdings,  continues its fleet modernization program with two key vessel…


The Bahamas modernises Maritime Regulatory Framework

The Bahamas has introduced a comprehensive suite of Merchant Shipping…


MOL participates in CERAWeek 2026 serves as sponsor and sole representative of Japanese shipping industry

Engaging in Dialogues with Energy Industry Leaders from Around the World Mitsui…


MOL PLUS joins TIB CATAPULT promoted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

MOL PLUS announced its decision to join TIB CATAPULT , a start-up support…


Columbia Shipmanagement expands presence in the Middle East with new office

Columbia Group has expanded its presence in Turkey with the opening of a new,…


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…


APM Terminals becomes minority shareholder and operating partner in Hai Phong

After three years of close partnership developing the Hateco Hai Phong…


UK Government agrees support for major Floating Offshore Wind port hub in Port Talbot

The UK Government and Associated British Ports agree terms for supporting the…


Valenciaport launches a strategy to adapt its ports to climate change

The adaptation of the ports of Valencia, Gandia, and Sagunto to climate change…


HHLA shows growth in a difficult market environment

Container throughput rises by 5.4 percent to 6,295 thousand TEU Container…


Eight Korean ships stuck in Hormuz amid negotiation for alternative ports

Of the 453 vessels owned and operated by major domestic shipping companies, a…


NORDEN enters ice-class segment with long-term contract and vessel order

NORDEN has signed a Contract of Affreightment  of up to 10 years with LKAB and…


Indian Register of Shipping hosts seminar on Emerging Maritime Technologies for Indian Coast Guard

Indian Register of Shipping hosted a technical seminar bringing together senior…


The Swedish Club delivers strong results for 2025

The Swedish Club reported a solid financial performance for 2025, supported by…


GlobalMET appoints Jillian Carson-Jackson as Managing Director

GlobalMET, the international association of maritime education and training…


Engine retrofit capability builds as regulatory uncertainty delays conversions

Growing regulatory uncertainty is delaying large‑scale engine retrofit…


Flex LNG announces new contract for Flex Aurora

Flex LNG is pleased to announce it has agreed a new Time Charter Agreement with…


“K” LINE and its group companies in Japan hold Compliance Liaison Meeting

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, organized the 9th Fair Competition Promotion Committee…


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…


Maritime Authority of Jamaica engages future legal professionals on maritime sustainability

The Maritime Authority of Jamaica is stepping up its efforts to engage the next…


MOL PLUS doubles down on motion ventures fund II, joining 100M fund II to accelerate maritime innovation

MOL PLUS  announced its decision to invest in Motion Ventures Fund II  operated…


Port of Long Beach awards 1.17 million in community sponsorships

The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners  awarded $1,174,900 in…


DORIC WEEKLY INSIGHT 27 MARCH 2026

Please find below the DORIC Market Insight for the week ending 27th March……


LNG shock from supply disruption to system strain

Damaged Qatari infrastructure and a near-collapse in Hormuz transit are…


Trafigura closes 104.7 billion term loan facility

Trafigura Group , a market leader in the global commodities industry, has…


“K” LINE holds DX program for executives

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha,  held a Digital Transformation program for its…


US has few good options on Strait of Hormuz, former defence secretary says

The US has few clear or favourable strategic options in its conflict with…


Jones Act Waiver to have a Limited Impact on Demand

The US government’s 60-day waiver could improve regional supply logistics, but…


Genco Shipping & Trading announces delivery of second high specification Newcastlemax vessel this year

Reflects Strategic Action to Expand Premium Earning Asset Base and Increase…


METRANS acquires 50 percent stake in Romanian terminal

METRANS continues the strategic expansion of its intermodal network towards…


Intermodal Report Week 12 2026

Pls find below the Intermodal Report - Week 12 2026 Intermodal Report Week 12…


Allied Weekly Market Review Week 12

Pls find below the Allied - Weekly Market Review - Week 12 ALLIED - Weekly…


Port of Rotterdam continues greening efforts with EU financing

The European Investment Bank is lending €90 million to the Port of Rotterdam…


TGA temporarily exempts Saudi, Foreign vessels from document validity requirement

The Transport General Authority announced the suspension of the requirement for…


BIMCO Shipping Number of the Week

China drives 5% increase in iron ore shipments despite weak deman "Global iron…


Crucial updates to the guidelines on the application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention released by ICS

The International Chamber of Shipping  has released the fifth edition of its…


Two more Indian-flagged LPG tankers set to cross Strait of Hormuz

Two more Indian-flagged LPG tankers have started their journey from the…


“K” LINE safety campaign 2025-2026

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha,  has launched its annual safety campaign 2025-2026,…


Middle East conflict Straits of Hormuz transits remain 95% down

Clarksons Research, the data and analytics arm of the Clarksons Group have been…


DORIC MONTHLY - BRAZIL BAROMETER MARCH 2026

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2026 Jones act waiver what you need to know

On March 19, 2026, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection  published a notice…


xclusiv S&P Report 23rd March 2026

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Zephyr Marine Services signals new era for Namibian Oil Services as Taimi Nangula Itembu steps into leadership

The African Energy Chamber – as the voice of the African energy sector –…


ICOMIA welcomes Asociacion Nautica de Colombia ASONAUTICA as a full member

ICOMIA is delighted to welcome Asociacion Nautica de Colombia  as a full…


BIMCO launches film to call for the protection of seafarers

BIMCO has launched a new film as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the…


V signs ship management agreement with Laskaridis Maritime

V.Group , the global ship management provider, has been chosen by Laskaridis…


Iran MPs propose tolls on shipping through Strait of Hormuz

Iranian lawmakers have proposed a plan to impose tolls and taxes on ships…


Dorian LPG takes delivery of dual-fuel 93,000 cubic meter newbuilding

Dual-Fuel LPG and Ammonia Gas Carrier “Areion” to Join Helios Pool  Dorian…


First shipment of Japanese-made train cars for Egypt’s Cairo metro departs from Port of Kobe by car carrier

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha,  received an order for the maritime transportation of…


10 years strong ABP celebrates community running festival sponsorship

2026 celebrates the 10th anniversary of Associated British Ports supporting the…


APM Terminals Lázaro Cárdenas inaugurates phase II and announces investment for the next stage

The terminal begins operations of its Phase II and announces the start of Phase…


MSC seeks major stake in Korea’s oil tanker heavyweight Janggeum Maritime

MSC of Switzerland, the world’s largest shipping company, is set to acquire…


US leads Brazil in Corn exports to China

KEY TAKEAWAYS ●  China's corn flows are shifting in early 2026. Brazil…


Hapag-Lloyd and Government of India sign letter of intent on maritime cooperation

Hapag-Lloyd reflagging of up to four vessels under Indian flag Cooperation to…


HHLA TK Estonia terminal first in Europe with battery-powered RTG cranes

HHLA TK Estonia will deploy the first fully battery-powered Rubber‑Tired Gantry…


Japan looks to secure Hormuz transit for tankers after high-level Iran talks

In a move that could provide a critical reprieve for Asian energy…


ICS Statement following the conclusion of the 36th Extraordinary IMO Council Session

The International Chamber of Shipping welcomes the adoption of the outcomes…


IMO Council condemns attacks on shipping, calls for safe-passage framework in Strait of Hormuz

IMO Council condemns attacks on merchant ships and urges international…


Dorian LPG takes delivery of dual-fuel 93,000 cubic meter newbuilding

Dual-Fuel LPG and Ammonia Gas Carrier “Areion” to Join Helios Pool Dorian LPG,…


Genco Shipping & Trading rejects revised, non-binding indicative proposal from Diana Shipping

Proposal Substantially Undervalues Genco, Fails to Provide an Appropriate…


DORIC WEEKLY INSIGHT 20 MARCH 2026

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UK freight association supports national police survey to assess threats to the UK supply chain

The British International Freight Association is urging its members and the…


Clean Arctic Alliance welcomes coming into force of emission control areas for shipping

Reacting to the coming into force of the Canadian Arctic and Norwegian Sea…


K Line English version of sustainability report 2025 published

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha,  announces  that it has published the English version…


Port of Long Beach cargo up Amid War, tariff uncertainty

Amid ongoing uncertainty over the impact of tariffs and conflict in the Middle…


German Ports mandatory integration of transport companies

Phase 2 of the Secure Release Order launches in German North Sea ports…


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