Hellenic Shipping News

The Marine Nuclear Propulsion System (MarNuPS) Pilot project has secured NOK 20 million (USD 2m) in initial funding from the Research Council of Norway as partners prepare to move maritime …

IMO has launched Blue Solutions, a new project intended to support maritime decarbonization in Southeast Asia. The announcement was made at the 51st ASEAN Maritime Transport Working Group (MTWG) Meeting …

GeoMarineHub, the Dubai-based ship-supply marketplace, today opened two changes to how vessels buy stores and how buyers check suppliers. Email the requisition as it is. Masters, chief engineers and purchasing …

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and Deutsche ReGas announced that they have entered into a long-term Time Charter Contract with Deutsche ReGas for the deployment of one FSRU at the Energie-Terminal …

ZERO44, provider of software for maritime emissions compliance, has released a free, interactive fuel cost calculator on its website. The tool shows ship operators how the economics of replacing fossil …

Gulf oil producers have gained control of a fleet of nearly 230 tankers that have defied Iran to ship oil through the Strait of Hormuz and keep the chokepoint open …

Each year, the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) reviews a summary report that the IMO Secretariat prepares from verified data submitted by shipowners for the previous reporting year. The report …

Shipsonic, producer of ultrasonic antifouling systems operating from the Province of Zeeland, has appointed Anne Marie van Swinderen as its new CEO. The appointment of the experienced entrepreneur, effective October …

Norway-based Hydroniq Coolers has completed the early delivery of a new-look marine cooling system that will be installed on board the first of Washington State Ferries’ new generation of hybrid-electric …

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that on October 27, it held the FY2026 Safe Operations Liaison Meeting in Osaka for Japanese and overseas shipowners and ship management companies. 115 participants …

On October 28, NYK released “Progress Report 2026,” summarizing the advancements made through 2026 under the “ NYK Group Decarbonization Story ” (“NDS”), which was first announced in November 2023. …

Dr. Fabian Kley will assume responsibility for Finance, which he has already led operationally since March 2026 as an authorized representative of the Executive Board. He has been with the …

SFL Corporation Ltd. announced that it has agreed to acquire two 8,800 TEU Container Vessels with scheduled delivery in 2027 and one 93,000 cbm dual-fuel Very Large Ammonia Carrier (VLAC) …

Kalmar has secured an order from Tropical Shipping for one Kalmar Hybrid Straddle Carrier equipped with MyKalmar INSIGHT, as well as one Kalmar Reachstacker, for its container terminal in Riviera …

Partnership combines SEA.AI’s machine vision technology, integrated with Oneberry’s security expertise and off-grid surveillance capabilities to enhance maritime domain awareness. Oneberry Technologies Pte. Ltd. and SEA.AI GmbH have announced the …

ABB has received Notice to Proceed from Washington State Ferries (WSF), the largest ferry operator in the United States1, to supply and integrate the power and propulsion system for third …

Developed for Everllence’s ME-GI 10.7 engine platform, the new Gas Valve Train Mk V builds on more than a decade of commercial GVT experience, introducing higher pressure capability alongside improvements …

ZEBOX and NatPower Marine announce a strategic partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of energy infrastructure supporting the decarbonization and electrification of ports and maritime transport. NatPower Marine joins …

Boluda Shipping and Samskip have signed an agreement under which Boluda Shipping will acquire Samskip. The acquisition will pave the way for Europe’s most comprehensive short-sea shipping network, connecting Northern …

NORDEN delivered a net profit of USD 54 million (DKK ~350 million) in the third quarter of 2026, supported by strong markets and solid underlying operating performance across Dry cargo …

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has issued a Statement of Feasibility for Aker BP’s and Höegh Evi’s concept to inject CO₂ directly from shuttle carriers into subsea …

We have co-sponsored a submission to MEPC 85 making the case for revising the IMO guidance related to ballast water management for ships operating in challenging water quality conditions. Drawing …

North America Bunker demand is strong at the US Gulf port of Houston, where prompt availability of all three conventional grades is tight this week. Recommended lead times for HSFO …

India has the potential to become a competitive regional hub for alternative marine fuels, according to the Study on Potential Demand and Pricing of Alternative Marine Fuels in India. Initiated …

The Environment Committee of the European Parliament votes on 4 November on a motion for resolution objecting to the Commission’s proposal to add two Indian ship recycling yards to the …

VLCC rates from the US Gulf and West Africa have fallen from historical peaks by 27% and 32% respectively over the past two weeks, with smaller tankers following. Is this …

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, was up for a second session on Thursday, rising by 2.3% to its highest …

China’s property slump has turned Asia’s cement trade inside out. The cargo has not grown much, but it now travels much further, and Supramaxes are doing most of the extra …

“Geopolitical disruptions continue to cloud the dry bulk market outlook. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz remains the largest source of uncertainty, while attacks on ships and port …

Fujairah records the largest concentration of waiting bulk vessels. More than six months into the Middle East shipping crisis, vessel waiting remains elevated across the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of …

Following a successful pilot onboard Auto Advance, UECC has chosen to enter into a commercial agreement with Oversea. The pilot demonstrates how vessel data analysis combined with expert support can …

International delegates meeting in Busan, Republic of Korea (26 to 27 October) called for stronger national action and international cooperation to ensure global shipping regulations are effectively implemented. Co-organized by …

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced the delivery and entry into service of an LNG dual-fuel coal carrier constructed as a dedicated vessel for Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. The vessel …

With industry estimates suggesting more than 15,000 vessels will need to be recycled by 2032*, more than double the number recycled in the previous decade, turning ageing ships into new …

Corvus Energy is proud to announce that the battery energy storage system (ESS) powering the largest battery electric ferry has been successfully delivered, installed, commissioned, and has entered commercial operation …

Contship, through its subsidiary Sogemar, has signed an agreement to acquire the Tarros Group, a leading maritime transport and integrated logistics operator in the Mediterranean. The agreement forms part of …

CMA CGM, Nike and Gemadept have officially launched a new fully electric barge solution in Vietnam, designed to reduce the carbon footprint of inland transportation and contribute to Nike’s supply …

To further strengthen its presence in the Indian market and provide customers with more convenient and reliable shipping services, Wan Hai Lines will launch a new direct service linking Haiphong, …

Carriers can verify tank containers instantly, online or by API, using live specifications and inspection certificates in BoxTech, replacing email checks that can take up to 30 minutes per tank. …

Scorpio Tankers Inc. Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter of 2026 and An Increase to its Quarterly Dividend Scorpio Tankers Inc. reported its results for the three and nine …

The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri), the Kingdom’s leading shipping and logistics company, announced its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2026, reporting …

Water levels on the Rhine, a critical European inland waterway for freight, rose above 50 centimeters Oct. 26 and are forecast to hover around 70 cm in the next few …

Bank of America released its latest shipping and supply chain data tracking report, showing container shipping through the Red Sea has recovered to 65% of normal levels in the past …

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, halted its three-day losing streak on Wednesday, rising about 1.9% to 2,652 points. The …

Simrad Marine Electronics, a leader in marine electronics and navigation, today introduced a new Navigation Aid feature across the full range of Simrad® recreational HALO® radars, as well as B&G® …

Fugro has been awarded a contract by 50Hertz to deliver unexploded ordnance (UXO) survey, identification and clearance services for the LanWin3 and LanWin6 offshore grid connection projects in the German …

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that MOL participated as a Gold Partner in the Maritime SheEO Conference 2026, an international event held in Mumbai, India, on October 22, 2026, to …

ABS has recognized HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for completing the Concept Verification stage of New Technology Qualification (NTQ) for a …

Following the classification of Energy Storage as assets held for sale and discontinued operations in June 2026, and its discontinuation as a reportable segment, comparative financial information for 2025 and …

The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) has published new Fire Drill Guidelines for Vehicle Carrying Vessels, providing vessel operators with a practical framework for developing and conducting realistic, scenario-based fire …