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Monday, June 24, 2024
Aerial top view of a containership underway
Shipping

Container Transit Times Soar as Red Sea Crisis Continues Unabated

The escalating conflict in the Red Sea region has disrupted international shipping routes, contributing to significantly higher transit times for the container

June 24, 2024
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Friday, June 21, 2024
FILE PHOTO: An ARC ship at the Port of Baltimore. Credit: Gail Heaton / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

ARC Resumes Regular Operations at the Port of Baltimore

The American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier (ARC), a leading U.S.-flag roll-on/roll-off carrier and logistics provider for the U.S. Government, has resumed regular

June 21, 2024
Total Views: 1289

The M/V DALI is safely re-floated and moved to a local marine terminal on May 20, 2024, in Baltimore, Maryland, as wreckage removal continues from the Fort McHenry Federal Channel. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Photo
Shipping

Dali Set for Departure Amid Ongoing Legal Battle Over Bridge Collapse

Twelve weeks following the crash of the Dali cargo ship into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, the ship is slated to depart for repairs in Norfolk,

June 21, 2024
Total Views: 8825

Thursday, June 20, 2024
The first-in-class National Security Multi-Mission Vessel, NSMV 1, aka Empire State VII, is floated out of dry dock at Philly Shipyard. Photo: courtesy of RADM Alfultis
Shipbuilding

Philly Shipyard Sold to Hanwha for $100 Million

U.S. shipbuilder Philly Shipyard will be sold to South Korean conglomerate Hanwha in a deal value at $100 million. The confirmation comes after months of

June 20, 2024
Total Views: 24440

Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Car carrier launch at MHI
Shipbuilding

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Lands Order for Japan’s First Methanol-Powered Car Carriers

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has been contracted to construct Japan’s first two methanol-fueled

June 19, 2024
Total Views: 1234

Canada Lists Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a Terrorist Entity
Shipping

Canada Lists Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a Terrorist Entity

The Canadian Government has officially designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The government siad the decision is

June 19, 2024
Total Views: 802

The M/V Dali after it was refloated, May 20, 2024. Unified Command Photo
Shipping

Dali Crew’s Departure in Question Amid Ongoing Litigation Over Bridge Collapse

Lawyers are seeking to prevent crew members of the containership Dali from leaving the U.S. amid ongoing litigation related to the Francis Scott Key Bridge

June 19, 2024
Total Views: 3094

Photo shows the M/V Tutor sinking after it was struck by a Houthi unmanned vessel on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Shipping

Shipping Industry Calls for Action After Tutor Sinking in Red Sea

The international shipping industry has voiced its outrage and concern following the reported sinking of the M/V Tutor. One crew member is feared lost after

June 19, 2024
Total Views: 5708

Tuesday, June 18, 2024
OceanGate Expeditions/Handout via REUTERS
Accidents

Coast Guard Investigation into Titan Submersible Disaster Delayed

The U.S. Coast Guard says its investigation into the tragic loss of the Titan submersible on June 18, 2023, will take longer than expected as we approach the

June 18, 2024
Total Views: 2452

Photo shows the M/V Tutor sinking after it was struck by a Houthi unmanned vessel on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Shipping

M/V Tutor Sinks After Houthi Attack in Red Sea

The M/V Tutor appears to have sunk after it was struck in the stern last week by an unmanned surface vessel in the Red Sea. The sinking marks the

June 18, 2024
Total Views: 10690

Aerial photo historic SS United States in Philadelphia
Shipping

Historic ‘SS United States’ Faces Eviction from Philadelphia Pier

The SS United States, America’s sole remaining historic ocean liner, is under threat of eviction from a Philadelphia pier following a recent court

June 18, 2024
Total Views: 4320

A Yemeni Coast Guard boat sails near the Galaxy Leader commercial ship, seized by Yemen's Houthis last month, off the coast of al-Salif, Yemen, December 5, 2023.
Shipping

‘Galaxy Leader’ Crew Held Hostage for 200 Days by Houthi Militants

The manager of the seized car carrier Galaxy Leader is renewing its plea for the release of 25 crew members held hostage by Houthi militants on board the

June 18, 2024
Total Views: 2015

Monday, June 17, 2024
A screengrab of video allegedly showing a Houthi UAV attack on the bulk carrier MV Cyclades.
Shipping

U.S. Dishes Out New Sanctions Targeting Houthi Weapons Network

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced new sanctions on two individuals, including a tanker master, and

June 17, 2024
Total Views: 2749

French frigate escort. Photo: EUNAVFOR
Shipping

Industry Mixed on Duration of Prolonged Red Sea Crisis

The maritime industry faces an uncertain future due to the ongoing Red Sea crisis, with a majority of industry insiders predicting the issues will continue

June 17, 2024
Total Views: 2275

Dredging vessel Vox Maxima is seen in the waters off Sentosa after a collision with a bunker vessel resulting in an oil spill, in Singapore, June 15, 2024. REUTERS/Edgar Su
Accidents

Dredger Collision with Bunker Tanker Causes Oil Spill in Singapore

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has been working to container and clean up a bunker fuel oil spill involving a Netherlands-flagged dredger,

June 17, 2024
Total Views: 2555

The Port of Savannah's Garden City Terminal courtesy Georgia Ports Authority
Ports

Retail Strength Drives Container Volume Growth at Port of Savannah

The Port of Savannah has witnessed significant growth in container volumes due to a strengthening retail market and an influx of new customers. In May, the

June 17, 2024
Total Views: 993

Stock photo of the bow of a ship at anchor
Shipping

European Consortium Acquires Maritime Service Provider V.Group

V.Group, a leading ship management and maritime service provider, has been bought by a consortium led by European investment fund manager STAR Capital. Other

June 17, 2024
Total Views: 690

Friday, June 14, 2024
Maersk ship entering the Port of Rotterdam. Photo: Shutterstock
Shipping

Container Spot Rates Set to Rise Further

Ocean freight container shipping spot rates are set to increase further, but growth may be slowing, according to ocean freight rate benchmarking firm Xeneta.

June 14, 2024
Total Views: 2107

The San Pedro Bay Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. Photo Courtesy Port of Long Beach
Shipping

Trade Slows at Southern California Ports in May

Southern California ports reported a slowdown in trade in May, with cargo volumes at the San Pedro Port Complex coming in below last year. At the Port of Long

June 14, 2024
Total Views: 667

Thursday, June 13, 2024
Indian Navy's guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam responds as smoke rises from Marlin Luanda, at the location given as Gulf of Aden. Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

Missile Attack on Bulk Carrier in Gulf of Aden Leaves Crew Member Severely Injured

Houthis escalate attacks on merchant shipping, striking two ships in as many days. The U.S. Central Command says a crew member of a bulk carrier was severely

June 13, 2024
Total Views: 23172
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