Global Maritime News

Explore the latest trends in global shipping fleet growth, scrapping, and sustainability efforts shaping maritime trade in 2024.

Discover the vital role of P&I Clubs in global shipping—protecting shipowners from third-party risks like pollution, cargo loss, and liabilities.

Introduction In a landmark achievement for global environmental governance, the High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on …

Uncrewed Mega Vessels: Navigating the Future of Autonomous Shipping The maritime industry is undergoing a profound transformation. As automation and artificial intelligence reshape logistics, uncrewed vessels—once confined to small research …

Nuclear Propulsion at Sea: ABB and Blykalla Pioneering the Use of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)

Croatia aims to revive the historic 3 Maj Shipyard by modernizing its facilities, boosting jobs, and fostering sustainability in the maritime industry.

MTF releases new safety framework for managing EV fire risks on ships, offering best practices for early detection, firefighting, and crew protection.

Discover the key concerns DNV’s maritime boss raised regarding the IMO’s Net Zero Framework and its implications for the shipping industry.

The maritime industry stands at a pivotal crossroads as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepares to formally adopt its Net-Zero Framework—a comprehensive regulatory package to drastically reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) …

Discover how Arc and Curtin Maritime’s $160M deal introduces the world’s largest fleet of hybrid-electric tugboats, transforming sustainable port operations.

The maritime industry, responsible for transporting over 80% of global trade, faces a critical workforce crisis. From aging crews to digital transformation, the sector is grappling with a shortage of …

Concerns About Off-Specification Fuels in Europe, Including Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO)

Tragedy at Hanwha Ocean Shipyard: An In-Depth Analysis of Recent Fatalities

MSC Marie: The Largest RoRo Ship to Pass Through the Panama Canal marks a new chapter in maritime logistics.

COSCO and OOCL are facing a $2.1 billion impact from new U.S. port fees, which could have significant implications for global shipping.

World’s Largest Heavy-Lift Jack-Up Vessel Begins Operations: A New Era in Offshore Construction

Introduction The global maritime industry has entered a transformative era. In 2024, shipbuilding reached unprecedented levels, marking the strongest year on record for new vessel orders equipped with dual or …

Empowering Women in Maritime the importance for for Inclusion in maritime industry.

China approves the merger of two shipbuilding giants.

Construction Begins on World’s First Short-Sea Ammonia-Fueled Containership

The world’s first full electrical tug integration, setting a new benchmark for sustainable port operations in Asia.

United States has reportedly warned several countries to reject a United Nations-backed agreement aimed at reducing carbon emissions from the shipping industry—or face potential trade tariffs

Expansion of Russian oil exports through the Northern Sea Route: the first delivery to Brunei signifies a strategic shift.

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the “Scarlet Ray,” an Israeli-linked oil tanker sailing in the Red Sea near the Saudi Arabian port of Yanbu. The …

Norway selects Britain for a $13.5 billion deal to acquire new frigates, enhancing its maritime defense and monitoring capabilities in the North Atlantic.

A Belize-flagged bulk carrier, NS PRIDE, was damaged by an explosion in the Black Sea near Ukraine’s Odesa region on August 31st. No crew injuries were reported.

It’s pretty exciting news for anyone involved in building or fixing ships in Europe. The European Competitiveness Fund is rolling out, and it looks like it will give a real …

Zeaborn Ship Management fined $2 million for MARPOL violations after crew provided evidence of illegal dumping of oily bilge water and falsified records.

Learn more about the latest Charter Rates Update: Tankers and Bulk Carriers – August 2025.

Ocean engineering is rapidly transforming how we interact with the sea—from energy production and environmental monitoring to underwater construction and robotics. As climate change, sustainability, and technological advancement converge, ocean …