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Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Ships Face Fuel Delays at China’s Zhoushan on Supply Squeeze
Shipping

Ships Face Fuel Delays at China’s Zhoushan on Supply Squeeze

Ships are being forced to wait significantly longer to refuel at China’s top bunkering hub of Zhoushan, where the fallout from the US-Iran war has

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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Two tankers with Saudi oil exit Red Sea over weekend, data shows
News

Three More Tanker Attacks Surface in Delayed Hormuz Reports

Three more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz have surfaced through delayed reports from UK Maritime Trade Operations, adding to growing uncertainty

September 30, 2026
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Liquefaction-Facility
News

Trump Set to Tout Korean Investment in Alaska LNG, Other Projects, Sources Say

President Donald Trump could unveil plans as soon as Wednesday to tap South Korea's pledged strategic investment package for about $54 billion to build a

September 30, 2026
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Tankers are seen off the coast of the Fujairah amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran
Energy

JPMorgan and Goldman See Mideast Oil Flows Near Pre-War Levels

Crude oil flows from the Middle East are returning toward pre-war levels despite continued risks to shipping, according to separate estimates from JPMorgan

September 30, 2026
Total Views: 1055

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Saronic Marauder MUSV lowered into the water on a 500-ton Marine Travelift mobile boat hoist at the Franklin, Louisiana shipyard
Defense

Saronic Wins Navy Production Contract for 180-Foot Autonomous Surface Vessel

Saronic Technologies has won a U.S. Navy production contract for its 180-foot Marauder autonomous surface vessel after completing an at-sea

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 4922

Cheniere's sabine pass commissioning cargo is loading on an LNG tanker, marking the start of US LNG exports
News

Cheniere Signs 22-Year LNG Supply Deal With Petrobras

Cheniere Energy has signed a 22-year agreement to supply Brazil’s Petrobras with U.S. liquefied natural gas, adding another long-term customer as the company

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 751

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Containership Sinks as Hormuz Attacks Spiral Out of Control

A Singapore-flagged containership has sunk after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, as a widening series of attacks on merchant shipping

Defense

U.S. Forces Destroy Iranian-Linked Dhow Accused of Targeting Navy Ships

U.S. forces destroyed an Iranian-affiliated dhow in the Gulf of Oman on October 6 after determining that the vessel was conducting surveillance and helping

Shipbuilding

JPMorganChase Names Shipbuilding Leaders Under $1.5 Trillion Industrial Initiative

JPMorganChase has appointed two senior leaders to help expand its support for U.S. shipbuilding and the maritime industry under its $1.5 trillion Security and

News

Wind-Assisted Shipping Gains Ground as Airbus RoRo Adds Rotor Sails

French shipowner LD Armateurs has completed the installation of six towering rotor sails aboard Spirit of Toulouse, a new roll-on/roll-off vessel being built

News

U.S. Claims Control of Hormuz as Ship Attacks Hit New High

U.S. Central Command says the United States and its regional partners control the Strait of Hormuz, citing more than 40 commercial ships moving through the


Tuesday, September 29, 2026
ssia-origin fuel tanker bound for Cuba anchored in Venezuelan waters
Shipping

Russian Crude Exports Boom Blunted by Kremlin’s Diesel Sales Ban

Russia shipped the most crude in a month-and-a-half, while a jump in prices propelled the value of those cargoes close to the highest since the start of the

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 958

Aerial view of a heavy loaded crude oil tanker traveling over open ocean during sunset time
Shipping

Old Hulls, New Money: Why the VLCC Market Has Stopped Counting Years

For most of shipping history, the valuation equation has been straightforward. A ship leaves the yard, begins ageing and progressively loses value. New steel

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 1651

U.S. President Trump looks on as he signs executive orders from the Oval Office of the White House
News

Trump Denies Offering Iran Sanctions Relief, Tehran Says it is Ready for Talks

US President Donald Trump said he has offered Iran nothing to end the war, rejecting media reports that cited US officials saying he was willing to ease

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 703

Tangier Maersk at the Port of Mobile
News

Maersk Expands Fuel Options With First U.S. Ethanol Bunkering

A.P. Moller-Maersk has bunkered one of its dual-fuel containerships with 100% U.S.-produced corn ethanol, marking what the company says is the first

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 635

Oil tanker Al Shaffiah sails at the sea near the Omani coast, as seen from Musandam
News

Fog of War Deepens in Hormuz as Ship Attacks Go Unreported for Days

The maritime picture in the Strait of Hormuz is becoming harder to verify, with another delayed report of a vessel strike raising questions over how much of

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 1735

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Containership Sinks as Hormuz Attacks Spiral Out of Control
News

Containership Sinks as Hormuz Attacks Spiral Out of Control

A Singapore-flagged containership has sunk after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, as a widening series of attacks on merchant shipping

U.S. Forces Destroy Iranian-Linked Dhow Accused of Targeting Navy Ships
Defense

U.S. Forces Destroy Iranian-Linked Dhow Accused of Targeting Navy Ships

U.S. forces destroyed an Iranian-affiliated dhow in the Gulf of Oman on October 6 after determining that the vessel was conducting surveillance and helping

JPMorganChase Names Shipbuilding Leaders Under $1.5 Trillion Industrial Initiative
Shipbuilding

JPMorganChase Names Shipbuilding Leaders Under $1.5 Trillion Industrial Initiative

JPMorganChase has appointed two senior leaders to help expand its support for U.S. shipbuilding and the maritime industry under its $1.5 trillion Security and

Wind-Assisted Shipping Gains Ground as Airbus RoRo Adds Rotor Sails
News

Wind-Assisted Shipping Gains Ground as Airbus RoRo Adds Rotor Sails

French shipowner LD Armateurs has completed the installation of six towering rotor sails aboard Spirit of Toulouse, a new roll-on/roll-off vessel being built

U.S. Claims Control of Hormuz as Ship Attacks Hit New High
News

U.S. Claims Control of Hormuz as Ship Attacks Hit New High

U.S. Central Command says the United States and its regional partners control the Strait of Hormuz, citing more than 40 commercial ships moving through the


Tuesday, September 29, 2026
carnival magic in cozumel
Cruise Ships

Carnival Posts Record $1.9 Billion Profit as 2027 Bookings Hit New High

Carnival Corporation reported record third-quarter revenue and net income on Tuesday as strong cruise demand and lower-than-expected operating costs helped

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 975

First cargo departs LNG Canada in Kitimat, June 30, 2025
News

LNG Canada Greenlights Phase 2, Doubling Export Capacity

The partners behind LNG Canada have approved a major expansion of the British Columbia export terminal, clearing the way to double its production capacity to

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 534

First U.S. Arctic Security Cutter Takes Shape in Finland as Second Approaches Construction
Defense

First U.S. Arctic Security Cutter Takes Shape in Finland as Second Approaches Construction

Rauma Marine Constructions in Finland has made rapid progress on the first of two Arctic Security Cutters it is building for the U.S. Coast Guard, with almost

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 5730

Split image showing a Hapag-Lloyd container ship loaded with multicolored containers (top) and a ZIM LNG-powered container vessel at sea (bottom), illustrating Hapag-Lloyd’s planned acquisition of ZIM
Shipping

Hapag-Lloyd Urges Israel to Review Improved Offer for Shipping Services Company ZIM

Hapag-Lloyd HLAG.DE on Tuesday urged Israeli authorities to review improved terms in the company's $4.2 billion bid for ZIM

September 29, 2026
Total Views: 559

Monday, September 28, 2026
Cargo ship Sofrana Surville rescues sailors from a life raft after their yacht struck a whale north of Norfolk Island.
News

CMA CGM Ship Rescues Four After Yacht Strikes Whale in South Pacific

Four sailors have been rescued from a life raft in the South Pacific after their yacht struck a whale and began taking on water about 250 nautical miles north

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 2698

Corporate News

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,

October 12, 2026

ABS and U.S. Department of Energy Sign MOU on Maritime Applications of Advanced Nuclear Technology

ABS and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance modern commercial nuclear technology at sea. The

October 9, 2026

Thordon Bearings adds production plant to meet growing demand

Thordon Bearings has opened a new manufacturing facility as part of its strategic response to robust growth across all business segments and rising demand for its sustainable

October 7, 2026

Asia’s maritime community to take centre stage at upcoming WISTA 2026

The strength, dynamism and diversity of Asia’s buoyant maritime community will be evident at the 2026 WISTA AGM and Conference gathering in Kuala Lumpur later this month, as

October 7, 2026

ABS Issues AIP and Completes Basic Design Review for SHI’s Entire FLNG Topsides Facilities

ABS has issued approval in principle (AIP) and completed a basic design review (BDR) for a natural gas liquefaction system developed by Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for the

October 5, 2026

From Residue to Resource – the Rise and Risks of Marine Biofuels

By Mark Smith, Director – Decarbonisation, NorthStandard While corn, sugarcane, wheat, or vegetable oils can be converted into fuel, their

Corporate News

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,

October 12, 2026

ABS and U.S. Department of Energy Sign MOU on Maritime Applications of Advanced Nuclear Technology

ABS and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance modern commercial nuclear technology at sea. The

October 9, 2026

Thordon Bearings adds production plant to meet growing demand

Thordon Bearings has opened a new manufacturing facility as part of its strategic response to robust growth across all business segments and rising demand for its sustainable

October 7, 2026

Asia’s maritime community to take centre stage at upcoming WISTA 2026

The strength, dynamism and diversity of Asia’s buoyant maritime community will be evident at the 2026 WISTA AGM and Conference gathering in Kuala Lumpur later this month, as

October 7, 2026

ABS Issues AIP and Completes Basic Design Review for SHI’s Entire FLNG Topsides Facilities

ABS has issued approval in principle (AIP) and completed a basic design review (BDR) for a natural gas liquefaction system developed by Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for the

October 5, 2026

From Residue to Resource – the Rise and Risks of Marine Biofuels

By Mark Smith, Director – Decarbonisation, NorthStandard While corn, sugarcane, wheat, or vegetable oils can be converted into fuel, their


Monday, September 28, 2026
An aerial view of a containership in the Panama Canal's neopanamax locks
News

Panama Canal Adds Transit Capacity as Rainfall Brings Relief

The Panama Canal is easing restrictions on vessel draft and daily transits after improved rainfall and water-saving measures helped stabilize conditions in the

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 2744

EU’s Kallas Says Two Countries May Send Ships to Counter Houthis
News

EU’s Kallas Says Two Countries May Send Ships to Counter Houthis

(Bloomberg) — Two countries signaled interest in sending ships to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea, top European Union diplomat Kaja Kallas said. 

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 1421

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks next to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room at the White House
News

U.S. and Iran Set to Hold Separate Talks With Mediators on Monday or Tuesday

Sept 28 (Reuters) – Qatari mediators are likely to hold separate talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in New York and with

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 515

LNG carrier in dense fog
Shipping

Europe Draws More LNG as Hormuz Crisis Tightens Global Market

European imports of liquefied natural gas are rising ahead of the Northern Hemisphere winter, as prolonged disruptions to flows through the Strait of Hormuz

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 1101

Aerial view of the Port of Rauma in Finland, showing cargo terminals, warehouses, cranes, containers and ships alongside under cloudy skies.
Ports

A.P. Moller Capital Takes Majority Stake in Euroports

A.P. Moller Capital has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Euroports Group, adding one of Europe’s largest bulk and breakbulk terminal operators to its

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 882

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Monday, September 28, 2026
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam
News

NBC News: Eight Marines Injured in Previously Undisclosed Iranian Attack in Hormuz

Eight U.S. Marines were injured when an Iranian cruise missile struck a vessel they were operating aboard in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this month, according

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 3186

A Chinese coast guard ship fires a water cannon at a Philippine vessel
News

Philippines Accuses Chinese Vessel of Spoofing Location in Northern Waters 

The Philippine Coast Guard accused a Chinese research vessel on Monday of spoofing its location while loitering off Batanes, the country's northernmost

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 765

A drone picture shows the banks of the river Rhine during a period of low water level in Cologne, Germany
Shipping

Rhine Drops Below Shipping Threshold as Freight Costs Rise

Water levels in the Rhine River plummeted to record lows over the weekend, threatening transport on a key shipping corridor for energy and industrial

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 2152

At Sea, Confined Spaces Leave No Room for Error
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At Sea, Confined Spaces Leave No Room for Error

On a laid-up mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU), a worker descended alone into the leg to check on a diesel pump being used for dewatering operations. When

September 28, 2026
Total Views: 4707

Sunday, September 27, 2026
US aircraft carrier George Washington launches night air operations
Defense

Iran Says Won’t Soften Demands As Trump Rejects Hormuz Offer

By Eltaf Najafizada and Courtney Subramanian Sep 27, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Iran stuck to its seven-day proposal for reopening the crucial Strait of

September 27, 2026
Total Views: 1824