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Bibby Marine, a leading provider of offshore service operation vessels, today published new analysis showing how electrifying offshore wind Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) can cut operator costs by up …

ClassNK has confirmed the validity of the performance analysis evaluation for the automated kite system ‘Seawing’, which is being developed by Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) and its French …

MacGregor has launched its new Balanced Lashing System, a reliable solution designed to solve the long-standing industry challenge of uneven load distribution in container ship lashings. On conventional container ships, …

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has taken into class ‘Lila Jamnagar’, a 298,997 DWT Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) and one of the largest vessels to sail under the Indian …

Hazardous materials specialists Lucion are warning shipowners and technical managers not to treat Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) documentation as a one-time compliance exercise, after recent vessel detentions exposed gaps …

The rise of gamification apps is empowering seafarers to take more autonomy over their health and wellness, says leading wellbeing platform WellAtSea, member of OneCare Group. Mental health remains one …

Clarksons Research, the data and analytics arm of the Clarksons Group have been closely monitoring shipping activity and markets impacted by the conflict. Summarising their latest update issued at 10.00 …

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) has officially launched the South Luzon Container Terminal (SLCT) as construction for the Philippines’ second largest terminal goes into full swing. The US$800 million …

Recent outbreaks of norovirus and Legionnaires’ disease aboard cruise ships over the past twelve months have reinforced the importance of effective water system management, with CM Technologies (CMT) urging cruise …

In a market characterised by geopolitical uncertainty, VIKING continues to deliver organic growth, solid results and satisfactory growth rates in new markets. Even though the top line was impacted by …

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is preparing to launch the second audit cycle of the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) with a revised Framework and Procedures. Building on lessons …

The President and CEO of Columbia Group has called for a shift in the traditional ship management model towards a more integrated partnership approach, arguing that the future of the …

InterManager has expressed serious concern about the worsening security situation affecting commercial shipping in the Middle East Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. In light of the recent attacks on …

The conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt trade flows in and out of the region., says Maersk in a commentary released at the end of last week (13 …

David Ashmore, employment lawyer at global law firm Reed Smith, writes: “The recent designation of the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters as a Warlike Operations Area (WOA) is a …

Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, is rolling out NexusWave across EXMAR’s growing fleet of gas carriers to meet the Belgian shipping company’s evolving commercial and crew connectivity demands. Operating globally …

This week, a new ISO standard was published to help port authorities, shipowners and operators navigate rules on how ships should be cleaned in an environmentally sound way. Hull cleaning …

Today marks a significant milestone for the global shipping industry as The Caravel Group, celebrates the first anniversary of the International Maritime Institute (IMI) joining its family. The Caravel Group …

This week, the International Labour Organization (ILO) launched a pilot Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) in collaboration with BIMCO to strengthen the protection and rights of workers at ship recycling yards …

Amid news that Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei says that the Strait of Hormuz should ‘remain closed’ and that the Wesy should brace itself for $200-a-barrel oil prices, maritime …

The IMO will hold an Extraordinary Session of its Council to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the situation in the Arabian Sea, the Sea of Oman and …

DNV has delivered the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) commissioned multi-year study ‘Safety of hydrogen for use in ships’, culminating in a final report and a non‑mandatory guidance document. The …

The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has expressed deep concern over the rapidly evolving security situation in the Gulf waters and the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the …

The arrival of 28 fully electrified equipment units at APM Terminals Suape marks a major step forward in the development of Latin America’s first fully electrified port facility. Delivered by …

Bernhard Schulte Offshore (BSO) has taken delivery of a new Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV). The ship, which was built at Ulstein Verft in Norway on behalf of an institutional …

OceanScore has been selected by Wallem Group to support the commercial management of emissions compliance across its managed fleet. The partnership strengthens OceanScore’s position as a trusted compliance partner to …

"Despite increasing trade policy uncertainty and falling freight rates, the container ship order book has continued to expand. It now totals more than 1,350 ships with a combined capacity of …

DP World today announced record financial results for 2025, with revenue up 22% to $24.4 billion, and adjusted EBITDA up 18% to $6.4 billion (margin 26.3%), driven by strong performance …

Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be severely disrupted with Iranian attacks on vessels in the area continuing. UKMTO yesterday issued an update saying that it has …

Interferry, representing the global ferry industry, last week strongly endorsed the European Commission’s launch of the Industrial Maritime Strategy and the inherent critical recognition of the ferry sector’s strategic importance. …

For those at sea, every decision counts, and in the dynamic world of shipping, timely access to the right information can make all the difference. That’s why Gard and NAVTOR …

Korean Register (KR) has announced the successful development of an exhaust gas after-treatment system for ammonia-fuelled engines, following the completion of a land-based demonstration and showcase. The system achieved a …

Maritime AI company Orca AI has launched the next generation of its AI-based operational platform, delivering a seamless 360° field of view (FOV) around a vessel as a foundation for …

ABS, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HD HSHI) signed a joint development project (JDP) for the ‘Conceptual Design of a Nuclear-Powered …

Lloyd’s Register (LR) Advisory has been appointed as Technical Support Unit (TSU) to the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Government of India, supporting the country’s efforts to deliver a …

GTMaritime has announced the appointment of Jamie Jones as Managing Director, marking the next step in the company’s leadership as it continues to grow as part of the Valstone Group. …

V.Group, the global ship manager and marine services provider, has today announced a strategic partnership with shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd (MOL) under which V.Ships will assume full technical …

Increasing specialization in shipping is tempting new and established owners to use managers so they can focus on core interests, says Wallem Managing Director of Ship Management Ioannis Stefanou. Opportunities …

ABB will supply an integrated electric power and propulsion system for two luxury, high-efficiency yachts being built by OCEANCO Contract represents the latest step in a long-standing collaboration to bring …

The message from MarinePALS CEO Captain Pradeep Chawla is clear: “We have waited too long. It is time to make defibrillators mandatory on board,” as he calls on the maritime …

Cypriot shipowner and shipping fund manager Pelagic Partners has announced the successful listing, and the first day of trading, of its new investment platform, Pelagic Credit, on the Oslo Stock …

Smart Ship Hub (SSH), a leading vessel optimisation platform, has entered a strategic partnership with maritime technology communications specialist ORBYT Global Group to deliver a fully integrated, single-window digital solution …

India’s decision to introduce additional documentation checks before end-of-life vessels are cleared could prevent the practice of fake documents among the ‘dark fleet’, says leading vessel cash buyer Wirana Shipping …

The Mission to Seafarers (MtS), a leading international maritime welfare charity, continues to provide vital support on the ground to seafarers in the Gulf region, thousands of whom are stranded …

London International Shipping Week 2027 (LISW27) is proud to announce Druces LLP as its official LISW27 Golf Day Partner, strengthening the week’s focus on expert legal advice in the areas …

The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB), the umbrella charity for the UK Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleets that represents 47 member organisations, has unveiled a fully refreshed version of its …

Women still remain vastly underrepresented across the maritime industry, from crews onboard to leadership roles ashore, according to a hard-hitting industry report. The latest Women in Maritime survey, published jointly …

Mental health experts are warning that if the industry does not remove barriers for women at sea, it risks losing the next generation of talent and leaders altogether. Women at …

In a traditionally male-dominated industry with a widespread skills shortage, promoting gender balance and equality should be a priority for any shipping company. Furetank's deliberate efforts have paid off in …