Global Maritime News

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 …

MSC World Europa Cruise Ship Loses Propulsion Off Italy Coast with Over 6,000 Passengers Onboard

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, the world’s largest shipbuilder, announced plans to merge with its affiliate HD Hyundai Mipo. This strategic move aims to capitalize on the growing U.S. shipbuilding market, …

Introduction The European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is undergoing a significant transformation with the inclusion of maritime transport. Starting in January 2024, vessels over 5,000 gross tonnage (GT) …

Drydocks World awarded contract to build the world’s largest Floating LNG facility off Mexico for AMIGO LNG, set to boost global energy supply.

Zim Integrated Shipping Services has confirmed reports that Turkey has implemented an immediate ban on vessels associated with Israel.

Introduction ( Tensions between Greece and Türkiye) The Eastern Mediterranean has become a key area of global interest, where countries compete over energy resources and long-standing rivalries are resurfacing. At …

Ammonia-fueled ships are emerging as a key solution in the maritime industry’s shift to zero-emission technologies, offering significant environmental benefits.

Turkey’s energy policies and maritime disputes in the Eastern Mediterranean escalate tensions with Greece and Cyprus, leading to diplomatic expulsions and potential EU sanctions.

The global containership orderbook has skyrocketed to levels reminiscent of the 2000s, with new orders exceeding 10.4 million TEUs.

MN KOSTA sinking off the coast of Crete in Greece

Syrian ports are experiencing a significant surge in vessel activity following the recent lifting of international sanctions. This development, attributed to a shift in US and EU policy, has led …

HD Hyundai is significantly expanding its shipbuilding operations in Vietnam through strategic acquisitions and substantial capacity investments. This move aims to bolster its competitive edge against Chinese shipbuilders and meet …

The vessel’s crew successfully contained a fire that erupted on the Maersk container ship Marie Maersk off the coast of Liberia on August 13, 2025. The blaze, which began in …

A chemical tanker and cargo vessel caught fire in Yeosu, South Korea, killing one and injuring two. Learn about the incident, safety implications, and maritime response.

The Kerala High Court has ordered the detention of multiple ships owned by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) in connection with the sinking of the MSC Elsa 3 off the coast …

Lightering Operations Underway to Free Stranded Bulk Carrier Lightening operations have commenced on a bulk carrier that ran aground in the St. Lawrence River, north of Montreal. The vessel, identified …