Veson Nautical's Top 10 Shipowning Nations 2025

Our annual league table of global shipping giants sees China overtake Japan…


Shipowners encouraged to shield against accidents by better learning from human factors

The University of Strathclyde is encouraging ship operators, safety…


ONE EUA delivers Exceptional Breakbulk Shipment for AIF, showcasing expertise in Special Cargo Logistics

Ocean Network Express EUA, a leading global provider of shipping and logistics…


Birdon Group announces Tony Ardito as new president of Birdon America

Birdon Group announced that Tony Ardito has joined the company as the new…


Intermodal Report Week 04 2025

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Allied Weekly Market Review Week 04

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Coast Guard Foundation hires new regional director in Mid-Atlantic area

Brian Klinzing to Lead the Organization’s Efforts in Washington, D.C.  The…


A good start to the new year! Seacon Shipping Group has three major milestones in three days

At the beginning of the new year, Seacon Shipping Group has achieved a…


Mintra joins INTERTANKO as an Associate Member

Mintra, a global leader in digital learning and human capital management…


AAL Shipping overcomes complex logistical challenges to transport 560-tonne crane body from Kobe to New Orleans

Premium project heavy lift carrier AAL Shipping  transported a 560-tonne crane…


Driving fleet performance amid evolving environmental regulations

The maritime industry faces both challenges and opportunities, with efficiency…


Seals in Dublin Bay thriving amidst major port developments

Seals are an integral part of Dublin Bay’s marine biodiversity, frequently…


The Bettembourg-Dudelange intermodal terminal amid an energy transition

The Bettembourg-Dudelange intermodal terminal is continuing its investment…


BIMCO Shipping Number of the Week

Grain shipments to China drop 51% amid low demand "In January, grain shipments…


MOL introduce Global Share Purchase Plan for Overseas Group executives employees

Enhancing Engagement among Overseas Group Executives/Employees and…


MOL is only Japanese Shipping Company to join Davos Forum

President Hashimoto Exchanges Views with Government Officials and Business…


India’s crude intake changes towards Middle East barrels while refined product exports pivot to East of Suez

India's crude imports and subsequent refined product exports remained strong…


ABS continues to strengthen and grow its leadership footprint in Southeast Asia

ABS is investing in the expansion of its services to build on its industry…


Stolt-Nielsen purchase shareholding in Avenir LNG Limited

Stolt-Nielsen Limited, through its subsidiary Stolt-Nielsen Gas  has  announced…


xclusiv S&P Report 27th January 2025

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GSB Tankers and Asahi Tanker formed a JV for expansion in Asia

GSB Tankers and Asahi Tanker have jointly established the Asia Chemical Tanker…


Tanker - Weekly Market Monitor

Chart of the Week: VLCC AG & Aframax Mediterranean Vessel…


Survey industry concerned about trust and partnerships as geopolitical pressures rise

Container xChange Launches Free Leasing Marketplace: Global Access to Partners…


New year of challenges and opportunities for shipping

In 2025, the twin pressures of environmental regulations and evolving…


Russian oil freight rates soar on sanctions-driven tanker shortage

Freight rates for Russian ESPO Blend oil loading from the Far Eastern port of…


GlobalData reveals 2024’s top oil and gas M&A financial and legal advisers

GlobalData has announced the latest updates to its Financial and Legal Adviser…


Skuld wreck removal certificates to NOR and NIS flag required from 11 February 2025

From 11 February 2025, all Norwegian ships of 300 gross tonnage and above are…


Official groundbreaking of the maritime experience centre "Havenwereld"

The construction of the interactive experience centre "Havenwereld" was…


Shipping Nations must switch to cleaner fuels to cut Black Carbon Pollution

As a meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Pollution…


Trafigura raises 1,500 million from new Panda Bond programme

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


DP World enables multi currency stable coin for settlement of global trade transactions

By bringing together global financial institutions and technology providers, DP…


Houthis to halt attacks against most Red Sea shipping

Set to stop attacks on ships except for Israeli-owned or sailing under…


OSM Thome launches EVIGO shaping the future of sustainable Maritime Solutions

As the maritime industry faces increasing pressure to meet ambitious…


European Shipowners and the European Transport Workers Federation ETF launch European Maritime Skills Forum

This initiative aims to identify skills gap emerging from the digital and green…


Soft skills training can lead to solid commercial benefits says The Nautical Institute

The maritime industry is experiencing a pivotal shift, with the rising…


Lloyd’s Register appoints new Strategic Business Partner and Senior Representative in Japan

This strategic move underscores LR's commitment to strengthening its presence…


ICTSI Onne multipurpose terminal invests in new cranes, CFS

Onne Multipurpose Terminal , International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s…


MABUX Bunker price trends in the world's largest hubs, Jan 20-24, 2025

The Weekly Outlook was contributed by Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) Over the…


AM Best confirms Swedish Club’s A-rating and revises outlook to stable

The Swedish Club is pleased to report that the global credit rating agency AM…


MGMC MOL Global Management College 2024 promoting human capital development in global group

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines,  recently concluded the "MOL Global Management College…


ICOMIA, EBI and NMMA to develop first globally aligned recreational Marine Lifecycle Assessment

This first-ever collaboration unites the global recreational marine industry to…


Global supply chains forced to change rapidly as world trade enters new era

     Non-aligned nations fast emerging as vital intermediaries in mitigating…


Dry Weekly Market Monitor - Week 04, 2025 by Signal Ocean

Chart of the Week: Panamax Market (ECSA Ballasters & Demand) This…


Statement by IMO Secretary-General on the release of the crew of the Galaxy Leader

Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Mr.…


BIMCO Shipping Number of the Week

Crude oil tanker newbuild deliveries drop 74% to 36-year lo "In 2024, new crude…


Intermodal Report Week 03 2025

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Allied Weekly Market Review Week 03

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Birdon Group announces Tony Ardito as new president of Birdon America

Birdon Group announced that Tony Ardito has joined the company as the new…


OFAC’s bold move to disrupt Russian energy exports

The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued…


MOL completes the acquisition of shares of making Gearbulk a consolidated subsidiary

Now Has World-Leading Dry Bulk Fleet Mitsui O.S.K. Lines,announced that on…


Positivity on increasing orders for alternative-fuelled ships

A significant surge in orders for alternative-fuelled vessels in 2024 is a…


Navig8 commences commercial management of 20 ADNOC L&S Tanker Vessels

Navig8 is pleased to announce that it has commenced the commercial management…


2025 Global Container Terminal Operators Outlook: Changing Seas

This commentary discusses our 2025 outlook for the global container terminal…


Zodiac Maritime welcomes shipping leader Katy Ware to expanded senior team

Zodiac Maritime, the UK headquartered operator of one of the world’s largest…


ICS Statement following the release of the Galaxy Leader crew

Statement from Guy Platten, International Chamber of Shipping Secretary…


IMO launches Regional Presence Office for the MENA region in Alexandria, Egypt

New office will coordinate technical assistance for countries in the region…


UAE joins top 35 countries in global shipping fleet

GCC-Stat highlights the ports’ sustainable growth, turning them into essential…


Fratelli Cosulich Group placed the order for a 7,999 dwt IMO2 chemical bunkering tanker

We are pleased to announce that Fratelli Cosulich Group has placed an order…


MOL launches MOL CART, an International Shipping and forwarding service for overseas residents

International Shipping and Virtual Warehouse Service to Bring Shopping in Japan…


xclusiv S&P Report 20th January 2025

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Final call for IMO-WISTA International survey to count on gender diversity progress

Further improving maritime gender diversity will take action as well as…


Danica strengthens its representation in Athens

Danica Crewing Specialists is delighted to announce it now has an in-person…


Russian oil tankers still under construction included in U.S. sanctions

Six Russian oil tankers still under construction by Russia’s Zvezda shipyard…


Russia says Western Claims of Russian undersea cable sabotage aim to curb sea-borne Russian oil exports

Russia on Thursday accused NATO and the West of making “evidence-free”…


Strong growth momentum for Maritime Singapore

Singapore's annual vessel arrival tonnage, total tonnage of ships under the…


Big slate of US LNG diversions to Europe to continue

Over LNG 10 cargoes have been diverted from a heading to Asia instead to…


Higher US LNG exports under Trump will benefit Japan, says utilities chief

A potential increase in U.S. fossil fuels production and liquefied natural gas…


Maritime efficiency critical as industry faces new IMO environmental measures

The new MERC publication highlights the importance of fleet efficiency in…


Indian Register of Shipping strengthens role in major defence projects

Indian Register of Shipping , a leading international classification society,…


Tanker under US sanctions discharges oil at Chinese port, LSEG data shows

A tanker subject to the new U.S. sanctions is discharging Russian oil at a…


A look back at our forecast for global crude oil prices in 2024

Benchmark Brent crude oil prices averaged $81 per barrel (b) in 2024, in line…


Biofuel can deliver significant GHG emissions reductions but future uptake could be hampered by supply, says DNV

According to DNV’s latest white paper “Biofuels in Shipping”, key biofuels like…


Cargill puts bold innovation at centre of effort to decarbonise shipping

Continued investment in wind assisted propulsion, next-generation fuels and…


Advancing maritime digitalisation: Insights from the Fourth Shipdex Council Meeting

The maritime industry took another leap forward in its digitalization journey…


Chevron announces $1 Million donation to Los Angeles County Wildfire relief efforts

Chevron Corporation announced a total contribution of $1 million to the…


New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor connects 555 ports worldwide

The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, a key logistics network…


Americas Fuel Availability Outlook

North America Bunker fuel availability in Houston remains tight across all…


MOL, NODE form capital tie-up to expand foreign HR initiatives

Stepping up Japanese Companies' Hiring of Foreign Employees Mitsui O.S.K.…


Port of Long Beach marks 20 years of Leading Green

The Port of Long Beach is accomplishing its environmental, operational and…


Positivity on increasing orders for alternative-fuelled ships

A significant surge in orders for alternative-fuelled vessels in 2024 is a…


Italy’s gas consumption at lowest in more than 15 years in 2024, GME says

Italy’s natural gas consumption fell to its lowest level in more than 15 years…


DNV launches class notations to provide framework for safe development of autonomous shipping technologies

DNV has launched a new family of class notations, Autonomous and Remotely…


Coast Guard Foundation expresses gratitude to anchor sponsors for their generous support

Donations Made in 2024 Supported Coast Guard Members and Families  The Coast…


First-ever Ammonia and Propane co-loaded vessel completes voyage from US to Europe

Collaboration Further Demonstrates Feasibility of Bunkering Ammonia for…


Solstad Offshore investment in Omega Subsea completed

Reference is made to the stock exchange announcement of 20 December 2024…


Dark fleet, decarbonisation and geopolitical pressures remain top maritime focus areas in 2025

Range of pressing issues to be addressed this year by the world’s shipping…


AD Ports Group expands cooperation with Kazakh partners

Noatum Maritime, the Maritime & Shipping arm of AD Ports Group, a leading…


Oman Oil Marketing Company and TFG Marine establish bunker fuel supply joint venture

Oman Oil Marketing Company and TFG Marine, the leading international marine…


New helicopter operations guide launched by International Chamber of Shipping

International Chamber of Shipping Publications is proud to announce the release…


Oil shipping rates surge after US sanctions hit availability

Supertanker freight rates jumped after the U.S. expanded sanctions on Russia’s…


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