A two-year Coalition partnership to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in the dry bulk segment has been signed by the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO).

German shipowner Elbdeich Reederei has placed an order for two 5,100 TEU containerships at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding, marking a significant step forward for the Chinese shipbuilders independently developed Honghu Series mid-size co

On July 25, 2025, the newly built BEIJING MAERSK was officially named and delivered at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan, South Korea. This 17,480 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessel is the second in Maersks six-ship Equinox Mk-II series, reaf

Pacific International Lines (PIL), Singapores home-grown shipping line, proudly celebrates the nations 60th year of independence with the first SG60 Container Ship and specially designed containers sponsored for this years National Day Para

A new Chinese player has entered the global liner shipping market. Backed by Chinas Fortune Global 500 enterprise Xiamen CD Group, Greta Shipping is now livewith headquarters in Singapore and a strategic focus on emerging regional markets.

As demand for modern feeder containerships continues to surge, SITC International has announced the order of four 2,700 TEU container vessels from Huanghai Shipbuilding, with a total contract value of up to $152.7 million. Each vessel is pr

On August 4, two major Chinese listed shipbuilding companiesChina CSSC Holdings Limited (China State Shipbuilding, 600150) and China Shipbuilding Industry Company Limited (CSIC, 601989)announced the final steps in a landmark merger that wil

NJTC (NANJING Tanker Corporation) has successfully launched its first-ever voyage from Manzanillo Port, Mexico, aboard the Yongsheng vessel. This marks a significant milestone in the companys global expansion, further enhancing its refined

Amid tightening environmental regulations, the feeder containership market is witnessing a significant surge in investmentbut notably, shipowners are remaining cautious regarding alternative fuels. According to the latest Clarkson Research

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The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and CIMC ENRIC Holdings Limited (CIMC ENRIC) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly develop green methanol and hydrogen energy, advancing Hong Kongs green energy transi

Since January 1, 2025, the EUs FuelEU Maritime regulation has required ships over 5,000 GT calling at EU ports to meet lifecycle (Well‑to‑Wake) emission intensity limits. Non‑compliance brings escalating finesmaking traditional indivi

On July 29, Xin Ming Zhou 27 successfully berthed at Nigerias Lagos Apapa Port, carrying over 50,000 tons of steel, machinery, equipment, and vehicles. This marks the official normalization of Ningbo Ocean Shippings West Africa service, sig

GMS, the worlds largest buyer of ships for recycling, has announced the issuance of the worlds first International Ready for Recycling Certificate (IRRC)since the entry into forceof the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and En

The London PI Club has renewed calls on ship owners, operators and charterers to address potential risks when loading Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs) containing dry chemicals. The warning follows a number of incidents reported