A tanker operating east of Oman reported an external explosion near the vessel’s port side Tuesday morning, the latest in a string of maritime security
Russia's Federal Security Service announced on Monday that divers had discovered magnetic explosive devices attached to the hull of a Liberia-flagged liquefied
US and Iranian forces clashed near the Strait of Hormuz overnight, highlighting the tension between the two sides even as they tout progress toward an interim
Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese "joint combat readiness patrol" in a week near the island, in what a senior Taiwanese security
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) – Several NATO-produced magnetic mines had been detected on a tanker in Russia’s Baltic Sea port of
By Julian Lee May 24, 2026 (Bloomberg) –A supertanker hauling Iraqi crude to China has left the Persian Gulf and crossed the US blockade line into
Essential maritime and offshore news, insights, and updates delivered daily straight to your inbox
Subscribe to gCaptain Daily and stay informed with the latest global maritime and offshore news
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has begun a major downsizing of one of the world’s largest ocean observing networks, announcing plans to
The Royal Navy has deployed a new underwater mine disposal system aboard RFA Lyme Bay as Britain and France finalize plans for a multinational operation to
MANILA, June 4 (Reuters) – Satellite images obtained by Reuters confirmed the presence of a structure at the entrance of the hotly disputed
American forces have counted nearly 1,000 commercial vessel transits in and out of the Strait of Hormuz in the last two months, according to an official
Some Greek oil tanker owners are moving their ships closer to the Persian Gulf in a bet that the vessels will soon be able to earn sky-high rates if the Strait
By Anna Uras, Rami Ayyub and Layli Foroudi ROME/JERUSALEM/PARIS, May 22 (Reuters) – Activists released from Israeli custody after being
CANBERRA, May 24 (Reuters) – A 39-year-old man has died after being attacked by a shark on Sunday while fishing on the Great Barrier Reef,
By Stephen Stapczynski May 23, 2026 (Bloomberg) –A liquefied natural gas tanker carrying a shipment for India has exited the Strait of Hormuz, the
By Yimou Lee and Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, May 24 (Reuters) – A Chinese coast guard ship left waters near Taiwan’s strategically located Pratas
KYIV, May 23 (Reuters) – The Ukrainian military said on Saturday it had struck Russia’s Sheskharis oil terminal – one of the largest on the
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has begun a major downsizing of one of the world’s largest ocean observing networks, announcing plans to
The Royal Navy has deployed a new underwater mine disposal system aboard RFA Lyme Bay as Britain and France finalize plans for a multinational operation to
MANILA, June 4 (Reuters) – Satellite images obtained by Reuters confirmed the presence of a structure at the entrance of the hotly disputed
American forces have counted nearly 1,000 commercial vessel transits in and out of the Strait of Hormuz in the last two months, according to an official
Some Greek oil tanker owners are moving their ships closer to the Persian Gulf in a bet that the vessels will soon be able to earn sky-high rates if the Strait
Subscribe to gCaptain Daily and stay informed with the latest global maritime and offshore news
By Michael Heath May 23, 2026 (Bloomberg) —New Zealand intends to spend about NZ$1.6 billion ($936 million) on drones, ship maintenance and naval
By Paul Burkhardt May 23, 2026 (Bloomberg) –US forces have redirected 100 commercial vessels during its six-week-long blockade of Iran’s ports,
There is a particular kind of institutional irony that only the International Maritime Organization can produce with quite such reliable consistency. By Paul
By Rong Wei Neo (Bloomberg) — Singapore shipping tycoon Teo Siong Seng was accused by the US of colluding to raise dry-container prices, placing one of
Frontline plc, one of the world’s largest publicly traded operators of crude oil tankers, reported its strongest adjusted quarterly earnings in more than 20
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has secured its first orders for VIKING Pentagon Star – a new mass rescue device designed to enable rapid recovery of large numbers of people
Damen’s Fuel Flexible Tugs are designed to meet the requirements of today and tomorrow in equal measure Of all the challenges facing the maritime industry, perhaps the one that
The Company’s Environmental, Social and Governance Programs Continue Their Positive Global Impact Resolve Marine, a global leader in innovative marine solutions,
Blue Water Marine Capital, headquartered in Linthicum, Maryland, and Horizon Offshore Services, based in Houston, Texas, are pleased to announce the successful completion of a 25%
To meet the IMO’s emissions reduction targets, maritime industry commitment must extend to delivering greater data transparency and measurable action to prevent decarb projects
In an industry first, ABS has launched the ABS SeaTech Innovation Exchange, consisting of two advanced technology centers in Athens, Greece, and Houston, Texas, focused on
A favourable tax regime, digitally enabled administration and a business culture fostering maritime growth are attracting more – and younger – ships to the Estonian Flag.
Damen Shipyards Group has received class and flag state approval for its ASD Tug 2713 Fuel Flexible (FF) to operate on methanol fuel. The approval was issued by Bureau
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has secured its first orders for VIKING Pentagon Star – a new mass rescue device designed to enable rapid recovery of large numbers of people
Damen’s Fuel Flexible Tugs are designed to meet the requirements of today and tomorrow in equal measure Of all the challenges facing the maritime industry, perhaps the one that
The Company’s Environmental, Social and Governance Programs Continue Their Positive Global Impact Resolve Marine, a global leader in innovative marine solutions,
Blue Water Marine Capital, headquartered in Linthicum, Maryland, and Horizon Offshore Services, based in Houston, Texas, are pleased to announce the successful completion of a 25%
To meet the IMO’s emissions reduction targets, maritime industry commitment must extend to delivering greater data transparency and measurable action to prevent decarb projects
In an industry first, ABS has launched the ABS SeaTech Innovation Exchange, consisting of two advanced technology centers in Athens, Greece, and Houston, Texas, focused on
A favourable tax regime, digitally enabled administration and a business culture fostering maritime growth are attracting more – and younger – ships to the Estonian Flag.
Damen Shipyards Group has received class and flag state approval for its ASD Tug 2713 Fuel Flexible (FF) to operate on methanol fuel. The approval was issued by Bureau
Iran's publication of a new map asserting its control over the Strait of Hormuz risks extending an already punishing ordeal for thousands of mariners
South Korean shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai is expanding deeper into advanced nuclear energy after signing a framework agreement
The UAE's decision to leave OPEC was three years in the making and is based on its view the world is near the “autumn of the hydrocarbon age”, meaning the
Japan — one of Asia’s biggest importers of energy from the Middle East — flagged the impending arrival of the first Persian Gulf oil shipment to transit
The U.S. and Iran stuck to opposing stances on Thursday over Tehran's uranium stockpile and controls on the Strait of Hormuz, although U.S. Secretary of State
Whether you’re an employer or a jobseeker, gCaptain connects maritime talent with opportunity. Check out our job section to look for qualified candidates or find your next dream job.
Panama President José Raúl Mulino announced Thursday that Ilya Espino de Marotta has been selected as the next administrator of the Panama Canal, making
Iran is discussing with Oman how to set up some form of a permanent toll system that will formalize its control of maritime traffic through the Strait of
U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Brian Mast has warned U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio of “Chinese malign influence” in a bid for
Traffic through the Panama Canal is climbing sharply as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz drives more U.S. energy exports toward Asia and Pacific markets,
The International Maritime Organization has adopted the world’s first international framework governing autonomous commercial ships, marking a major
Essential news coupled with the finest maritime content sourced from across the globe.
Sign Up
Join The Club
