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On July 2, 2025, the inland passenger ship Elegant Lady collided with the St. Aldegund lock on the Moselle River, Germany.

A French trawler crew witnessed a Russian Kilo-class submarine surfacing near Guernsey. The incident, monitored by French and UK navies, raised maritime safety discussions.

A surge in ship explosions and fires in 2025 will endanger seafarers, destroy cargo, and raise pollution risks. Experts call for urgent maritime safety reforms.

InfraVia Capital Partners acquires 80% of Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, launching a €1B investment to double its fleet.

Canada launches its first-ever LNG export from Kitimat, BC, marking a major milestone in energy diversification. The Shell-led project opens direct access to Asian markets.

Indian authorities tow the fire-damaged Wan Hai 503 containership 130 nautical miles offshore due to ongoing fire, flooding, and rough seas. Salvage efforts continue as the vessel nears the edge …

UKMTO reports a surge in piracy incidents in the Indian Ocean in June 2025. Global shipping faces renewed threats. Naval response and rerouting underway.

A Greek-managed crude tanker, Vilamoura, suffered an explosion off Libya. No injuries reported. Investigation underway. Limpet mine suspected.

Widespread GPS jamming in the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting maritime navigation, raising safety concerns after a tanker collision, and impacting global shipping and oil markets.

A Greek-managed crude tanker, Vilamoura, suffered an explosion off Libya, possibly linked to recent Russian port visits. Investigations suggest a limpet mine attack.