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“K” LINE’s LNG carriers Puteri Johor and Puteri Kedah receive MPA Green Ship Award
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Group owns, through joint venture companies, and operates the LNG carriers Puteri Johor and Puteri Kedah. The two vessels, together with their registered owner, Bank of Communications Financial Leasing , have received the Green Ship Award under the Green Ship Programme administered by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). The award was presented at the…
Marine cargo insurance market continues to soften, reports IUMI
2025 global marine cargo insurance premium indicates that the cargo market softened in that year despite continued growth in the overall premium base, according to the International Union of Marine…
IMO seeks feedback on Maritime Single Window implementation
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has launched a global survey to assess the implementation and use of Maritime Single Windows (MSWs), inviting feedback from organizations and individuals…
World Maritime Day industry panel to examine the gap between maritime policy and the reality of life at sea
OneCare Group will bring together crewing, safety, insurance and wellbeing specialists for a World Maritime Day webinar examining how shipping can turn policies into meaningful outcomes for……
ABP strengthens East Anglia Commercial Team to support regional growth
Associated British Ports has strengthened its East Anglia Commercial Team through the appointment of John Grace as Lead Commercial Manager, alongside the expansion of Tom Duit's role at the Port of…
Americas to lead global microgrids market growth through 2030, forecasts GlobalData
The global microgrids market is poised for strong growth as governments, utilities, commercial facilities, military bases, and remote communities increase investment in resilient, decentralized, and…
Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?
Can land corridors offset the impact of the maritime blockade on Iran? The US-led maritime blockade targeting Iranian ports has severely disrupted trade through its southern ports, but it is also…
YoungShip puts focus on attracting and developing shipping’s next generation
Shipping needs to attract a new generation of talent, help young professionals navigate an industry being reshaped by technology, regulation and geopolitics, and give them reasons to build long-term…
DHT Holdings announces agreement to acquire a 2018 built VLCC
DHT Holdings announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a VLCC built in 2018 at Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), for $107 million. The vessel is scheduled to deliver towards the end…
OpenGate Capital to acquire Maersk Training, the Global Safety Training and Gas-Safety Services Business of Maersk
OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Maersk Training and its subsidiary Maersk H2S Safety Services. The company, a…
Route avoidance is no longer enough: The Houthis strike a Saudi tanker off Yanbu
The Houthi campaign has moved beyond the assumption that geographic distance provides protection. NCC WAFA was struck off Yanbu on August 5 on a purely domestic Saudi coastal run from Yanbu to…
Dark Tanker transits dominate Hormuz since 14 July
Since the renewed naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz took effect on 14 July, 102 tanker transits have been recorded. Nearly two-thirds (62%) crossed with AIS switched off, while 38% continued…
Castor Maritime announces Joint Venture and Contribution of the M/V Magic Starlight
Castor Maritime Inc., a diversified global shipping and energy company, announces that it has entered into an agreement to establish a joint venture (the “Joint Venture”) with third-party investors…
NorthStandard works to reduce survey burden on ships through RightShip collaboration
Vessels are regularly required to undergo inspections from multiple parties with similar scopes. Through our collaboration with RightShip, trusted, high-quality inspection information can be shared…
Panama Canal announces new Draft Adjustments for Neopanamax Locks
The Panama Canal Authority announced, through a notice to shipping companies, that effective August 26, 2026, the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax locks will be reduced…
Indian Register of Shipping hosts meet with Marine Equipment Manufacturers to strengthen Industry Engagement
Indian Register of Shipping organised a customer interaction meet with manufacturers, technical consultants and other stakeholders from the marine equipment industry to strengthen collaboration,…
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