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EU Sanctions Operators of Comoros and Gabon Flag Registries Over Shadow Fleet Concerns
5 minutes readThe EU has sanctioned Intershipping Services LLC, operator of the Comoros and Gabon flag registries, for facilitating the ‘shadow fleet’ of aging, uninsured vessels transporting sanctioned oil, highlighting global efforts to curb maritime risks.
SOLAS Lifting Appliances Regulations 2026: Full Guide to Compliance and Certification
8 minutes readUnderstand the 2026 SOLAS lifting appliances rules for cargo vessels. Learn compliance steps, scope, and certification requirements.
ATHENS, July 9, 2025 — The global shipping industry is navigating through one of its most challenging periods in recent years, as armed conflicts, geopolitical instability, and economic uncertainty converge to …
The cargo ship Eternity C sank in the Red Sea after a deadly Houthi attack, leaving 15 missing and 4 dead. The incident revives maritime threats in a key global trade route.
The Bayesian superyacht, which tragically sank off the coast of Sicily last August, resulting in the loss of seven lives, including tech magnate Mike Lynch and his daughter, has been …
Australia Imposes Sanctions on Russia’s Shadow Tanker Fleet
4 minutes readIn a landmark decision, Australia has imposed sanctions on 60 vessels linked to Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet”—a covert network of oil tankers used to bypass international sanctions and sustain the Kremlin’s war economy. …
Rising Tensions in the Middle East Impacting Maritime Routes
4 minutes readThe maritime industry is once again navigating turbulent waters as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalate. With the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea—two of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints—under …
Shipyards
Japanese Shipbuilding in 2025: Navigating Competitive Waters
7 minutes readExplore the challenges facing the Japanese shipbuilding industry in 2025, including global competition, labor shortages, and rising costs. Discover how Japan responds with innovation, green …
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding has fully acquired its joint venture with Mitsui E&S, rebranding it as Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay. This move marks a strategic step in Japan’s …
Shipping Companies
Top 10 Tanker Shipping Companies in 2025: Global Tanker Fleet Leaders
69 views 7 minutes readExplore the top 10 tanker shipping companies in 2025 by fleet size and specialization. Discover key players in crude and product tanker fleets, market trends, …
BC Ferries Orders Four New Vessels from China to Modernize Fleet
78 views 4 minutes readJune 2025 | Victoria, British Columbia — In a significant move to modernize its aging fleet and meet growing passenger demand, BC Ferries has announced the procurement of four …
Classification Societies
Top Classification Societies in 2025: Leaders by Gross Tonnage and Number of Ships
180 views 6 minutes readClassification societies are independent organizations that establish and maintain technical standards for the construction and operation of ships and offshore structures. They play a critical …
Surveyor Workload Across IACS Classification Societies (2025)
102 views 3 minutes readThe International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) plays a pivotal role in maritime safety and regulation, with its member societies responsible for classing over 90% …
Marine Engines
Revolutionizing Maritime Power: MAN Energy Solutions Launches Most Powerful Methanol Engine
3 minutes readMAN Energy Solutions has announced the upcoming delivery of the world’s most powerful two-stroke methanol engine, which is set to revolutionize the maritime industry. This …
A study confirms that scrubbers are the best option for reducing the environmental impact of bulk shipping, despite concerns over toxic wastewater discharge.