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Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ LNG Carrier Without Ice-Class Stops, Reverses on Northern Sea Route Near Ice-Edge
Energy

Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ LNG Carrier Without Ice-Class Stops, Reverses on Northern Sea Route Near Ice-Edge

A Russian liquefied natural gas carrier without ice protection has reversed course and remains stopped near the edge of the sea ice on the Northern Sea Route.

16 hours ago
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Sunday, August 31, 2025
File photo of an offshore drillship
Offshore

 Namibia’s Big Ambition To Become Oil Hotspot Tested By Wildcatter

By Paul Burkhardt Aug 29, 2025 (Bloomberg) –Searching for oil prospects in a block bigger than Rhode Island, Travis Smithard made a last-minute

August 31, 2025
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A Symphony
Shipping

Blast Reported Near Liberia-Flagged Tanker Off Saudi Port Of Yanbu 

CAIRO, Aug 31 (Reuters) – British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Sunday that a Liberia-flagged Israeli-owned tanker reported

August 31, 2025
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Bulk carrier Aroyat and general cargo vessel Resilient Africa arrives to the sea port of Chornomorsk. Photo September 16, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer.
Shipping

Bulk Carrier Damaged In Black Sea Blast Near Odesa

KYIV, Aug 31 (Reuters) – A civilian bulk carrier flying the flag of Belize has sustained minor damage after hitting an unknown explosive device near

August 31, 2025
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Norway's government holds a press conference about frigate purchases
Defense

Norway Selects British Frigates In $13.5B Defense Deal

By Nora Buli and Terje Solsvik OSLO, Aug 31 (Reuters) – Norway said on Sunday it had chosen Britain as its strategic partner for the

August 31, 2025
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Saturday, August 30, 2025
Humanitarian flotilla including Greta Thunberg departs for Gaza from Spain
News

Largest Flotilla For Gaza Hopes To Pressure Israel To End Blockade

By Leonardo Benassatto and Eva Manez BARCELONA, Aug 29 (Reuters) – Pro-Palestinian activists preparing to set sail from Spain on Sunday for

August 30, 2025
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Most Read

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Delivers First Cargo to China After Year-Long Wait, Signaling Possible Shift in Beijing’s Sanctions Stance
Energy

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Delivers First Cargo to China After Year-Long Wait, Signaling Possible Shift in Beijing’s Sanctions Stance

A gas carrier in service of Russia’s sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project has docked at a Chinese terminal for the first time, ending more than a year of

US Builds Up Forces In Caribbean As Officials, Experts, Ask Why
Navy

US Builds Up Forces In Caribbean As Officials, Experts, Ask Why

By Idrees Ali, Patricia Zengerle and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) – A large buildup of U.S. naval forces in and around the Southern

Hanwha Places Largest U.S. Commercial Ship Order in Over Two Decades
Shipbuilding

Hanwha Places Largest U.S. Commercial Ship Order in Over Two Decades

Hanwha Shipping, a U.S. subsidiary of Hanwha Ocean, has placed an order for 10 medium range (MR) oil and chemical tankers from its affiliate, Hanwha Philly

Trump Administration Redirects $679 Million from Offshore Wind Projects to Maritime Infrastructure
Offshore

Trump Administration Redirects $679 Million from Offshore Wind Projects to Maritime Infrastructure

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced the withdrawal or termination of $679 million in funding previously allocated to 12 offshore wind

Blast Reported Near Liberia-Flagged Tanker Off Saudi Port Of Yanbu 
Shipping

Blast Reported Near Liberia-Flagged Tanker Off Saudi Port Of Yanbu 

CAIRO, Aug 31 (Reuters) – British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Sunday that a Liberia-flagged Israeli-owned tanker reported


Saturday, August 30, 2025
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 9, 2011) The amphibious transport dock ships USS San Antonio (LPD 17) and USS New York (LPD 21) are underway together in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Virginia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edwin F. Bryan/Released)
Navy

US Builds Up Forces In Caribbean As Officials, Experts, Ask Why

By Idrees Ali, Patricia Zengerle and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) – A large buildup of U.S. naval forces in and around the Southern

August 30, 2025
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The first offshore wind turbine is installed at Revolution Wind
Offshore

Trump’s Wind-Farm Halts Threatens Jobs, Support Of Blue-Collar Workers

By Jennifer A. Dlouhy Aug 29, 2025 (Bloomberg) –The White House is touting President Donald Trump’s commitment to US workers in the run-up to

August 30, 2025
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Energy

Egypt Signs $340 Mln Oil, Gas Exploration Deals With Global Firms

CAIRO, Aug 30 (Reuters) – Egypt has signed four agreements with international firms worth more than $340 million to explore oil and

August 30, 2025
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Friday, August 29, 2025
Aerial view of a container terminal
Shipping

Spot Rate Slump Threatens to Sink Carrier Profits

Container spot freight rates on the main east-west deepsea trades witnessed more declines this week, as a combination of weak demand and excess supply of slot

August 29, 2025
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Aerial view of a container terminal at the Port of Montreal
News

DP World Vies for Deal to Run Montreal Port Championed by Carney

Dubai-based logistics company DP World Ltd. is negotiating for a contract to operate a new container terminal that will increase the Montreal Port

August 29, 2025
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Most Read

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Delivers First Cargo to China After Year-Long Wait, Signaling Possible Shift in Beijing’s Sanctions Stance
Energy

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Delivers First Cargo to China After Year-Long Wait, Signaling Possible Shift in Beijing’s Sanctions Stance

A gas carrier in service of Russia’s sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project has docked at a Chinese terminal for the first time, ending more than a year of

US Builds Up Forces In Caribbean As Officials, Experts, Ask Why
Navy

US Builds Up Forces In Caribbean As Officials, Experts, Ask Why

By Idrees Ali, Patricia Zengerle and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) – A large buildup of U.S. naval forces in and around the Southern

Hanwha Places Largest U.S. Commercial Ship Order in Over Two Decades
Shipbuilding

Hanwha Places Largest U.S. Commercial Ship Order in Over Two Decades

Hanwha Shipping, a U.S. subsidiary of Hanwha Ocean, has placed an order for 10 medium range (MR) oil and chemical tankers from its affiliate, Hanwha Philly

Trump Administration Redirects $679 Million from Offshore Wind Projects to Maritime Infrastructure
Offshore

Trump Administration Redirects $679 Million from Offshore Wind Projects to Maritime Infrastructure

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced the withdrawal or termination of $679 million in funding previously allocated to 12 offshore wind

Blast Reported Near Liberia-Flagged Tanker Off Saudi Port Of Yanbu 
Shipping

Blast Reported Near Liberia-Flagged Tanker Off Saudi Port Of Yanbu 

CAIRO, Aug 31 (Reuters) – British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Sunday that a Liberia-flagged Israeli-owned tanker reported


Friday, August 29, 2025
As Trump Halts Wind, China Ramps Up Offshore Wind Power Bet
Offshore

As Trump Halts Wind, China Ramps Up Offshore Wind Power Bet

Off the coast of southern China, a giant, double-headed turbine rises out from among its conventional counterparts, held up by a spiderweb of steel cables and

August 29, 2025
Total Views: 931

Israel Targets Houthi Leaders in Sanaa
News

Israel Targets Houthi Leaders in Sanaa

ADEN, Aug 29 (Reuters) – Israel targeted the Houthi group‘s chief of staff, defense minister and other senior figures in airstrikes on Sanaa in

August 29, 2025
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Haifa Port, which is to be sold to India's Adani Ports and local partner Gadot in Haifa, Israel. Photo REUTERS/Ilan Rosenberg
Shipping

Turkey Halts Trade With Israel, Shuts Ports to All Shipping Links

Turkey has decided to bar Israeli vessels from using its ports, forbid Turkish ships from using Israeli ports and impose restrictions on planes entering

August 29, 2025
Total Views: 1387

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy a speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Department of Transportation in Washington
Offshore

Trump Administration Redirects $679 Million from Offshore Wind Projects to Maritime Infrastructure

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced the withdrawal or termination of $679 million in funding previously allocated to 12 offshore wind

August 29, 2025
Total Views: 3441

India Holds Informal US Talks, Rules Out Tariffs Retaliation for Now
News

India Holds Informal US Talks, Rules Out Tariffs Retaliation for Now

India and the US are keeping informal communication channels open, and New Delhi has no immediate plans to retaliate against President Donald Trump’s 50%

August 29, 2025
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Corporate News

8 hours ago

ABB and Wallenius Marine establish OVERSEA™ joint venture

ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine have formally established a new joint venture based in Stockholm, Sweden, to expand their OVERSEA™ collaboration and ensure

9 hours ago

NexusOcean Expands Portfolio With Starlink Solutions

NexusOcean, the ocean’s internet provider, is pleased to announce that it can  now offer Starlink’s high-speed maritime connectivity solutions to its clients.  This is made

August 29, 2025

ABS Issues Certificate for the World’s Largest Classed Unmanned Surface Vehicle

20-Meter Saildrone Surveyor Offers Unmanned Deepwater Transoceanic Journeys ABS awarded Classification to the Saildrone Surveyor, a fully autonomous deepwater unmanned surface

August 29, 2025

Damen launches latest Island Class for BC Ferries

The second in a series of four fully electric-ready ferries On 27 August, Damen Shipyards Group launched the latest Island Class ferry for Canada’s BC Ferries. The vessel is

August 26, 2025

Wallem launches Vessel IT Security and Management Services

Wallem Group, a leading global maritime partner, has launched a suite of support and consultancy services to protect IT systems onboard its clients’ vessels from disruption. Its

August 20, 2025

Autonomous Technology to be Explored by ABS and Saronic

ABS and Saronic Technologies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore autonomous technologies for maritime applications. The agreement establishes a cooperative

August 20, 2025

Anglo-Eastern selects Inmarsat’s NexusWave for Hadley Shipping Group

The agreement enables Hadley Shipping’s fleet under Anglo-Eastern’s technical management to upgrade to Inmarsat NexusWave.  Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has

August 20, 2025

Sperry Marine FOG Cuts Through Ship Jamming and Spoofing

Once detected as isolated incidents – if at all – jamming and spoofing of ship locations now afflict the world’s busiest waterways. Sperry Marine’s Ralf Magner

Corporate News

8 hours ago

ABB and Wallenius Marine establish OVERSEA™ joint venture

ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine have formally established a new joint venture based in Stockholm, Sweden, to expand their OVERSEA™ collaboration and ensure

9 hours ago

NexusOcean Expands Portfolio With Starlink Solutions

NexusOcean, the ocean’s internet provider, is pleased to announce that it can  now offer Starlink’s high-speed maritime connectivity solutions to its clients.  This is made

August 29, 2025

ABS Issues Certificate for the World’s Largest Classed Unmanned Surface Vehicle

20-Meter Saildrone Surveyor Offers Unmanned Deepwater Transoceanic Journeys ABS awarded Classification to the Saildrone Surveyor, a fully autonomous deepwater unmanned surface

August 29, 2025

Damen launches latest Island Class for BC Ferries

The second in a series of four fully electric-ready ferries On 27 August, Damen Shipyards Group launched the latest Island Class ferry for Canada’s BC Ferries. The vessel is

August 26, 2025

Wallem launches Vessel IT Security and Management Services

Wallem Group, a leading global maritime partner, has launched a suite of support and consultancy services to protect IT systems onboard its clients’ vessels from disruption. Its

August 20, 2025

Autonomous Technology to be Explored by ABS and Saronic

ABS and Saronic Technologies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore autonomous technologies for maritime applications. The agreement establishes a cooperative

August 20, 2025

Anglo-Eastern selects Inmarsat’s NexusWave for Hadley Shipping Group

The agreement enables Hadley Shipping’s fleet under Anglo-Eastern’s technical management to upgrade to Inmarsat NexusWave.  Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has

August 20, 2025

Sperry Marine FOG Cuts Through Ship Jamming and Spoofing

Once detected as isolated incidents – if at all – jamming and spoofing of ship locations now afflict the world’s busiest waterways. Sperry Marine’s Ralf Magner


Friday, August 29, 2025
China Receives First Arctic LNG 2 Cargo Ahead of Putin’s Visit, Data Shows
Energy

China Receives First Arctic LNG 2 Cargo Ahead of Putin’s Visit, Data Shows

China received this week its first liquefied natural gas cargo from a sanctioned Russian project, ship-tracking data from Kpler and LSEG showed, days ahead of

August 29, 2025
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Thursday, August 28, 2025
Aerial view of a ship drydock in South Korea
Shipbuilding

Hanwha Places Largest U.S. Commercial Ship Order in Over Two Decades

Hanwha Shipping, a U.S. subsidiary of Hanwha Ocean, has placed an order for 10 medium range (MR) oil and chemical tankers from its affiliate, Hanwha Philly

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 3450

COSCO containership
Shipping

Cosco Shipping Warns Ongoing Geopolitcal Risks Clouds Outlook

Cosco Shipping Holdings Co. managed to increase profit in a volatile environment for freight rates and said uncertainty about tariff policies will continue to

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 983

McCown Warns: U.S. Container Imports on Brink of Historic Collapse as July Growth Proves Deceptive
News

McCown Warns: U.S. Container Imports on Brink of Historic Collapse as July Growth Proves Deceptive

The 3.2% year-over-year increase in U.S. inbound container volume for July 2025 represents a temporary reprieve driven entirely by tariff frontloading,

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 1896

Stock photo of an oil tanker moored at sea
News

V.Ships Norway Fined $2 Million for Illegal Oil Discharges from Tanker

V.Ships Norway A.S. has pleaded guilty to violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships and will pay a $2 million fine after admitting to illegal

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 1077

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Thursday, August 28, 2025
cosco shipping
Shipping News

Geopolitics, High Bids, and U.S. Pressure Cloud COSCO’s Global Port Ambitions

COSCO Shipping Ports is facing "challenges" with its international investments amid pressures from the U.S. trade war, its managing director said in Hong Kong

August 28, 2025
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A gas flare on an oil production platform is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Gulf.REUTERS/Raheb Homavandi//File Photo
News

Iran is Facing a Return of UN Sanctions – What Happens Now? 

Britain, France and Germany launched a 30-day process to reimpose U.N. sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program on Thursday, according to a letter sent

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 425

Common Faith post-collision
Accidents

Micro Switch Failure Caused $1.1 Million Houston Ship Channel Collision, NTSB Finds

A steering control system component failure on the multi-purpose carrier BBC Africa resulted in a collision with the bulk carrier Common Faith in the Houston

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 1470

CS Anthem tanker
Defense

CS Anthem Joins Tanker Security Program, Replacing Collision-Damaged Stena Immaculate

Crowley Stena Marine Solutions has received approval from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) to operate the CS Anthem tanker under the Tanker Security

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 1507

Aerial of Liquified Natural Gas LNG carrier moored to a small gas terminal
Energy

Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Delivers First Cargo to China After Year-Long Wait, Signaling Possible Shift in Beijing’s Sanctions Stance

A gas carrier in service of Russia’s sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project has docked at a Chinese terminal for the first time, ending more than a year of

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 7023