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Monday, June 17, 2019
An oil tanker is seen after it was attacked at the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

Saudi Energy Minister Calls for Collective Effort to Secure Shipping Lanes

By Aaron Sheldrick and Yuka Obayashi TOKYO, June 17 (Reuters) – Saudi Arabian Energy Minister Khalid al-Falih said on Monday that countries need to

Monday, June 17, 2019
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Interesting

Reports: K-Line Car Carrier on Fire in South China Sea

The K-Line car carrier Diamond Highway has been abandoned in the South China Sea after a fire broke out on board the vessel late Sunday night, according to

June 17, 2019
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Sunday, June 16, 2019
A handout photo made available by the Norwegian shipowner Frontline of the crude oil tanker Front Altair after the fire onboard the ship in the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

Blast-Hit Tankers Being Inspected Off UAE

DUBAI, June 16 (Reuters) – The two oil tankers crippled in attacks in the Gulf of Oman last week that Washington and Riyadh have blamed on Iran are being

June 16, 2019
Total Views: 90

UK To Deploy Marines To Protect British Ships In The Persian Gulf
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UK To Deploy Marines To Protect British Ships In The Persian Gulf

By Verity Ratcliffe (Bloomberg) The Royal Navy plans to deploy 100 marines to the Persian Gulf to protect British ships after a series of attacks on vessels,

June 16, 2019
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Route of damaged containership ACX Crystal
Incidents

US Vows To Protect Shipping in Persian Gulf

By Mark Niquette and Shawn Donnan (Bloomberg) There’s “no doubt” Iran was responsible for attacks on two oil tankers leaving the Persian Gulf last week,

June 16, 2019
Total Views: 25

Blast-hit Front Altair Crew Land In Dubai
Incidents

Blast-hit Front Altair Crew Land In Dubai

by Tarek Fahmy (Reuters) – Crew members of Frontline’s oil tanker Front Altair, one of two vessels attacked this week in the Gulf of Oman, have landed

June 16, 2019
Total Views: 91

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Navy

The United States Did Not Just Outsource Shipbuilding. It Outsourced Demand.

Why America’s Cargo Demand Is Building Maritime Capacity Everywhere but at Home By Bruce Kimbrell (Policy Op-Ed)   I spent last week at the Sea-Air-Space

News

Iran’s Guards Seize Wartime Power, Blunting Supreme Leader’s Role

 Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of power — an abrupt break with

Shipping

Aged Oil Tanker Suggests Iran Is Bringing Back Retired Ships

A 29-year-old Iranian supertanker has appeared at Kharg Island after years off the radar, a sign that Tehran could be using retired ships to keep loading oil

News

U.S. Targets Iran–China Oil Pipeline in Dual Sanctions Move on Shipping and Finance

The United States escalated its pressure campaign on Iran Friday, pairing maritime sanctions with a parallel strike on the financial channels that convert oil

News

US Seeks Forfeiture of Seized Oil Tankers Linked to Iran

The US is seeking forfeiture of two Iran-linked oil tankers seized by naval forces enforcing a blockade against the Islamic Republic, according to a senior


Sunday, June 16, 2019
Yutaka Katada, president of shipping company Kokuka Sangyo Ltd. points to a picture of their tanker Kokuka Courageous, one of two that were hit in suspected attacks in the Gulf of Oman, during a news conference in Tokyo
Incidents

Kokuka Courageous Anchors Off UAE Coast

by Lisa Barrington (Reuters) – One of two oil tankers crippled in attacks in the Gulf of Oman last week that Washington and Riyadh have blamed on Iran is

June 16, 2019
Total Views: 104

Friday, June 14, 2019
front altair oil tanker is seen after it was attacked at the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

War Risk Premiums Surge After Gulf of Oman Tanker Attacks

by Alex Longley and Sheela Tobben (Bloomberg) –Oil tanker owners face spiraling insurance costs to load cargoes from the world’s largest crude-export

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 131

Video Shows Frantic Moments Before Historic Schooner’s Collision with Containership
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Video Shows Frantic Moments Before Historic Schooner’s Collision with Containership

Some new video today from on board the Elbe No. 5 shows the moments just prior to the historic schooner’s collision with a containership on the Elbe

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 1240

strait of hormuz
Shipping News

U.S. and Gulf Allies Face Tough Task Protecting Oil Shipping Lanes

By Ghaida Ghantous and Rania El Gamal DUBAI, June 14 (Reuters) – The United States and its allies may need to to start escorting commercial vessels to

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 71

front altair oil tanker is seen after it was attacked at the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

The Tanker War, Part II: A Historical Perspective

By Sal R. Mercogliano – The June 13, 2019 attacks on MV Front Altair and MV Kokuka Courageous, following the assault on four tankers at the anchorage of

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 3355

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The United States Did Not Just Outsource Shipbuilding. It Outsourced Demand.
Navy

The United States Did Not Just Outsource Shipbuilding. It Outsourced Demand.

Why America’s Cargo Demand Is Building Maritime Capacity Everywhere but at Home By Bruce Kimbrell (Policy Op-Ed)   I spent last week at the Sea-Air-Space

Iran’s Guards Seize Wartime Power, Blunting Supreme Leader’s Role
News

Iran’s Guards Seize Wartime Power, Blunting Supreme Leader’s Role

 Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of power — an abrupt break with

Aged Oil Tanker Suggests Iran Is Bringing Back Retired Ships
Shipping

Aged Oil Tanker Suggests Iran Is Bringing Back Retired Ships

A 29-year-old Iranian supertanker has appeared at Kharg Island after years off the radar, a sign that Tehran could be using retired ships to keep loading oil

U.S. Targets Iran–China Oil Pipeline in Dual Sanctions Move on Shipping and Finance
News

U.S. Targets Iran–China Oil Pipeline in Dual Sanctions Move on Shipping and Finance

The United States escalated its pressure campaign on Iran Friday, pairing maritime sanctions with a parallel strike on the financial channels that convert oil

US Seeks Forfeiture of Seized Oil Tankers Linked to Iran
News

US Seeks Forfeiture of Seized Oil Tankers Linked to Iran

The US is seeking forfeiture of two Iran-linked oil tankers seized by naval forces enforcing a blockade against the Islamic Republic, according to a senior


Friday, June 14, 2019
Yutaka Katada, president of shipping company Kokuka Sangyo Ltd. points to a picture of their tanker Kokuka Courageous, one of two that were hit in suspected attacks in the Gulf of Oman, during a news conference in Tokyo
Shipping News

Ship Owner Says “Flying Objects” Damaged Japanese Tanker During Attack in Gulf of Oman

By Junko Fujita TOKYO, June 14 (Reuters) – Two “flying objects” damaged a Japanese tanker owned by Kokuka Sangyo Co in an attack on Thursday

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 59

U.S. Military Says Video Proves Iran was Behind Tanker Attacks
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U.S. Military Says Video Proves Iran was Behind Tanker Attacks

The U.S. Central Command released video Friday which it says proves that Iran was behind two tanker attacks in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday.  CENTCOM also

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 99

Watch: Crazy Dude Brings Boat Between Ship and Pier During Docking
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Watch: Crazy Dude Brings Boat Between Ship and Pier During Docking

Now I’m not sure what this guy’s business was for being there, but to quote the great 1994 class Dumb and Dumber, “talk about being in the

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 81

Thursday, June 13, 2019
lng carrier
Shipping News

Gulf of Oman Tanker Attacks Threaten LNG Shipments Too

By Liam Denning (Bloomberg Opinion) –News of more mysterious tanker attacks, this time in the Gulf of Oman, had their predictable effect on (otherwise

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 31

An Iranian navy boat tries to stop the fire of an oil tanker after it was attacked in the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

U.S. Blames Iran for Tanker Attacks in Gulf of Oman

By Lisa Barrington and Phil Stewart DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 13 (Reuters) – Two oil tankers were attacked on Thursday and left adrift in the Gulf of Oman,

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 40

Corporate News

April 30, 2026

Underestimated Risks of Coconut Oil Cargoes

Coconut oil is not immediately associated with risk, but its carriage can release toxic vapours and cause oxygen depletion in enclosed spaces. Manish Nayyar, Senior Loss

April 29, 2026

ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity,

April 29, 2026

FarSounder Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation in Marine Navigation

FarSounder marks its 25th anniversary in 2026, celebrating a quarter-century of advancing marine navigation technology and improving safety at sea. Since its founding, the company

April 24, 2026

Damen and UK Dredging sign contract for advanced TSHD

Damen Shipyards Group and Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, have signed a contract for the construction of a new Trailing Suction Grab Hopper

April 23, 2026

ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore

In an important step to lowering emissions in one of the world’s busiest ports, ABS, Marinteknik Shipbuilders (S) Pte. Ltd., SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte. Ltd., and

April 21, 2026

Immersion Suit Rises To Challenge For Faster Protection

Donning speed for emergency situations is a primary attraction of a new immersion suit from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment that is made to measure up to US-specific

April 16, 2026

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS Announce Planned Joint Venture to Advance Maritime Training

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS (UW) have signed a letter of intent to establish a joint venture with River Academy, UW’s training and education subsidiary, to support crew competence

April 15, 2026

ABS and Alfred Maritime to Advance Fleet Operations and Safety for Cruise Vessels

ABS and Alfred Maritime GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore technical projects that benefit cruise operators, vessels, crews and passengers. The MOU

Corporate News

April 30, 2026

Underestimated Risks of Coconut Oil Cargoes

Coconut oil is not immediately associated with risk, but its carriage can release toxic vapours and cause oxygen depletion in enclosed spaces. Manish Nayyar, Senior Loss

April 29, 2026

ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity,

April 29, 2026

FarSounder Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation in Marine Navigation

FarSounder marks its 25th anniversary in 2026, celebrating a quarter-century of advancing marine navigation technology and improving safety at sea. Since its founding, the company

April 24, 2026

Damen and UK Dredging sign contract for advanced TSHD

Damen Shipyards Group and Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, have signed a contract for the construction of a new Trailing Suction Grab Hopper

April 23, 2026

ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore

In an important step to lowering emissions in one of the world’s busiest ports, ABS, Marinteknik Shipbuilders (S) Pte. Ltd., SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte. Ltd., and

April 21, 2026

Immersion Suit Rises To Challenge For Faster Protection

Donning speed for emergency situations is a primary attraction of a new immersion suit from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment that is made to measure up to US-specific

April 16, 2026

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS Announce Planned Joint Venture to Advance Maritime Training

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS (UW) have signed a letter of intent to establish a joint venture with River Academy, UW’s training and education subsidiary, to support crew competence

April 15, 2026

ABS and Alfred Maritime to Advance Fleet Operations and Safety for Cruise Vessels

ABS and Alfred Maritime GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore technical projects that benefit cruise operators, vessels, crews and passengers. The MOU


Thursday, June 13, 2019
startup whiteboard
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Are Maritime Startups Ready To Accelerate Change?

by Captain John Konrad (gCaptain) Next week Marine Money is launching a maritime startup accelerator program in New York City. But what is an accelerator, and

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 168

An oil tanker is seen after it was attacked at the Gulf of Oman
Shipping News

Tanker Attacks in Gulf of Oman Stoke Security and Oil Fears

By Lisa Barrington and Rania El Gamal DUBAI, June 13 (Reuters) – Two oil tankers were attacked and left adrift on Thursday in the Gulf of Oman, driving

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 71

Undated handout archive photo by the Norwegian shipowner Frontline of the crude oil tanker Front Altair
Shipping News

Oil Surges After Attacks on Tankers in Gulf of Oman

By Shadia Nasralla LONDON, June 13 (Reuters) – Oil prices jumped more than 4% on Thursday after a suspected attack on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 40

A handout photo made available by the Norwegian shipowner Frontline of the crude oil tanker Front Altair after the fire onboard the ship in the Gulf of Oman
Interesting

Two Tankers Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz: Here’s What We Know So Far

The U.S. Navy Fifth Fleet reported this morning that it was aware of the reported attack on shipping vessels in the Gulf of Oman, with U.S. Naval Forces in

June 13, 2019
Total Views: 81

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
container shipping,
Ports

Imports at Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach Fall in May

LOS ANGELES, June 12 (Reuters) – The Los Angeles and Long Beach port complex – the No. 1 hub for U.S. ocean trade with China – processed 6.3%

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 39

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019
liquefied natural gas tanker
Shipping News

Trade Deal Could Propel U.S. to Top of China’s LNG Supplier List

By Stephen Stapczynski (Bloomberg) –Here’s another reason for Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to seal a swift trade deal: it could put the U.S.

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 26

containerships nord first LNG bunkering
Shipping News

CMA CGM to Have 20 LNG-Powered Containerships by 2022

French shipping giant CMA CGM will have taken delivery of 20 LNG-fueled containerships by 2022 as the world’s fourth largest carrier seeks to cut its carbon

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 50

Virgin Voyages Picks Female Captain to Command First Ship
Interesting

Virgin Voyages Picks Female Captain to Command First Ship

Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson has named Captain Wendy Williams as Master of Virgin Voyages’ first vessel, Scarlet Lady, set to debut in spring

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 650

General view shows the tourist vessel Viking Sigyn which was involved in a ship accident that killed several people on the Danube river in Budapest
Shipping News

Cruise Ship Captain in Danube Collision Released on Bail

By Marton Dunai BUDAPEST, June 12 (Reuters) – The captain of a cruise liner was released on bail on Wednesday, two weeks after his vessel was involved in

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 87

Employees working at cargo ship Kypros Land which is loading soybeans to China at Tiplam terminal in Santos
Shipping News

Cargill Cuts CO2 Emissions from Shipping Fleet

LONDON, June 12 (Reuters) – Cargill reduced CO2 emissions from its chartered shipping fleet by 350,000 tonnes last year as part of efforts to scale back

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 83