Two Viking Nile newbuilds are floated out
Viking Ptah and Viking Sekhmet are set to debut in autumn this year.
Zelim Opens New Canada Office in Nova Scotia
Zelim announced that it is has established a site in Atlantic Canada, marking its commitment to strategic expansion in the North American maritime market. The site will be located at the COVE ocean facility in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, a major…
Oil Hikes 7% after Trump Says US-Israel will Keep Striking Iran
Oil prices climbed nearly 7% on Thursday after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would continue attacks on Iran, stoking fears of prolonged disruptions to oil supply.Brent crude futures LCOc1were up $7.65, or 7.6%, to $108.81 per barrel at 0902 GMT. U.S.
Venergy Maritime orders tanker pair at Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding
Greek shipowner Venergy Maritime has been rapidly expanding its newbuilding programme in China across tanker and container segments
Research: What would you do if your vessel flooded?
# Research: What would you do if your vessel flooded? The Maritime Accident Investigation Branch has initiated research examining how vessel crews respond to flooding emergencies and the decision-making processes that guide their actions during critical incidents. The investigation highlights gaps in preparedness and response protocols when ships face uncontrolled water ingress, exploring both technical […]
Foundering of the fishing vessel Freedom II (CN 111)
# Foundering of Fishing Vessel Freedom II The fishing vessel Freedom II (CN 111) has foundered, according to an investigation by the UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB). The incident underscores ongoing risks within the commercial fishing sector, which remains one of maritime’s most hazardous operating environments despite decades of safety regulation and technological advancement. […]
31 ships, 19 nations: Australia stages major naval gathering in Sydney
Vessels from 19 nations sailed into Sydney Harbour on March 21 for the Exercise Kakadu Fleet Review (KFR), commemorating 125 years since the foundation of Australia’s Navy. The review was part of the wider Exercise Kakadu, the Royal Australian Navy’s multinational maritime…
Weekly tanker and dry bulk time charter rates – April 1
Dry bulk and tanker shipping time charter rates
Maritime AI developments to be showcased at Posidonia 2026
Posidonia survey shows shipping weighs AI acceleration against maritime pragmatism
China Merchants Energy Shipping splashes out $1.24 bn on VLCCs
The Chinese shipowner has contracted 10 very large crude carriers at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Corp