Ammonia as a Marine Fuel is a Double-Edged Sword for Decarbonization
Ammonia has emerged as a potential marine fuel in the quest for decarbonization, but a study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden reveals that this alternative may create new environmental challenges.
International Coalition Launches 'Operation Prosperity Guardian' to Safeguard Red Sea Trade Routes
An international coalition of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and others, has launched "Operation Prosperity Guardian" to counter Houthi rebels targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea.
BP Joins Major Companies in Suspending Red Sea Shipments Amid Houthi Rebel Attacks
BP has decided to halt all shipments through the Red Sea due to recent attacks on trade vessels by Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Maritime Industry Adopts Wind Power Innovations
The maritime industry is increasingly turning to wind power as an eco-friendly alternative for its vessels.
’Dark' Ships Deceive Locations to Move Billions in Oil Globally
A growing number of ships are manipulating their reported locations for illicit activities, potentially involving goods worth billions of dollars.
Bed Bath & Beyond Files $7.7 Million Complaint Against Yang Ming for Alleged Pandemic Exploitation
Bed Bath & Beyond (BBB) has filed a complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) accusing Taiwan-based container line Yang Ming of unfairly exploiting its customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Survey Reveals Decline in Seafarers' Happiness and Working Conditions
A recent survey conducted by Mission to Seafarers reveals a notable decline in the happiness of the world's seafarers in the second quarter, with working and living conditions lagging below pre-pandemic standards.
Ship Fire Originated in Decks Containing Stored Cars
A ship fire off the Dutch coast that lasted almost a week originated in the upper decks where cars were stored, as stated by the CEO of the salvage company involved.
CJ Logistics Partners with World's 7th Largest Shipping Company, ONE
CJ Logistics, South Korea's largest parcel delivery service, has entered into a strategic partnership with Japan's Ocean Network Express (ONE), a global container shipping company.
Pertamina Signs Contracts Worth US$49.3M, Expanding to 26 International Routes
Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) achieved a major milestone by signing four business cooperation agreements with global players through its branch office, PIS Middle East (PIS ME), based in Dubai.
U.S. Department of Defense Bolsters Forces in Response to Iran's Ship Attacks
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced plans to deploy additional forces to the U.S. Central Command (Centcom) area of responsibility in response to Iran's attacks and seizures of commercial ships in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
FuelTrust Study Exposes Ethical Issues in Maritime Fuel Market, Leading to Billions in Losses
FuelTrust, a start-up based in Houston, has conducted research exposing the lack of transparency and ethical issues in the maritime fuel market.
Suez Canal Pilots' Role in Grounding
Ever Given's grounding in the Suez Canal in March 2021 brought the maritime shipping industry to a standstill, impacting global trade.
International Maritime Organization Reaches Unanimous Agreement on Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Rules
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has reached a unanimous agreement on updated rules to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping vessels.
Blank Sailings at Lowest Point Since Pandemic, Signaling Normalization in Container Shipping
The number of blank sailings in the global container shipping market has reached its lowest point since the pandemic began, indicating a path toward normalization, according to Sea-Intelligence.
Deep Sea Mining's Alarming Impact on $5.5bn Tuna Industry
According to a recent study published in the journal Nature of Ocean Sustainability, deep-sea mining operations pose a significant threat to the $5.5 billion tuna industry.
Maritime Talks on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Criticized as Disheartening by Environmentalists
Environmentalists express disappointment with the outcome of the 80th session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) held by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), as revised targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fall short of what is deemed necessary to combat climate change.
Meet the Vessels on the Quest for the Titan Sub
A massive search effort is currently underway in the remote North Atlantic to locate the missing Titan submersible, which carried five individuals.
First U.S. Arctic Deep Water Port: A Hub for Cruise Ships and Military Operations
The expansion of the port in Nome, Alaska, is set to transform the region, accommodating larger cruise ships, cargo vessels, and military ships, and making it the nation's first deep-water Arctic port.
PMA and ILWU Reach Tentative Agreement on Six-Year Contract for West Coast Ports
Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) have announced a tentative agreement on a six-year contract for workers at 29 West Coast ports.