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Explore the challenges facing the Japanese shipbuilding industry in 2025, including global competition, labor shortages, and rising costs. Discover how Japan responds with innovation, green technology, and strategic reforms.
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 maritime consolidation, focusing on innovation, alternative fuels, and global competitiveness.
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.
The maritime and shipping industry, the backbone of global trade, is navigating through turbulent waters in 2025. With geopolitical tensions, climate change, and digital threats reshaping the landscape, industry leaders …
Salvage teams are making progress removing containers and fuel from the grounded MSC Baltic III off Newfoundland, mitigating environmental risks.
Israel launches retaliatory airstrikes on Yemen after Houthi missile attacks target Israeli airports and cities, escalating regional tensions and impacting civilians.
Shipyards
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 …
Shanghai unveils an ambitious plan to transform Changxing Island into a global shipbuilding powerhouse by 2027, focusing on high-value vessels and technological breakthroughs.
Shipping Companies
Explore the top 10 tanker shipping companies in 2025 by fleet size and specialization. Discover key players in crude and product tanker fleets, market trends, …
June 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
Comoros accuses an EU-sanctioned ship register of fraudulent flagging practices, raising concerns about maritime security and sanctions evasion
The 2025 Maritime Safety Report by DNV has revealed a concerning trend. A 42% increase in maritime safety incidents between 2018 and 2024, despite only a modest 10% growth …
Marine Engines
Learn how decarbonization requires innovations in Maritime Propulsion
MAN 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 …
