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Houthis strike fourth Saudi-linked tanker since declaring blockade
The group targeted the chemical and products tanker NCC Ghazal with ballistic missiles, keeping pressure on the Red Sea despite a partial traffic recovery.
US-Iran attacks resume, unsettling Hormuz shipping again
A missile exchange between Iranian and American forces ended a recent lull, with Jordan also intercepting projectiles over its territory.
Drone war pushes Russia to weaponise commercial shipping
Ukraine says its naval drones have struck more than 200 Russian-linked vessels in just over three weeks, prompting Moscow to arm grain carriers.
Rhine heads toward historic low as barge traffic keeps moving
A forecast gauge reading of just 24 centimetres at Kaub on 1 August underscores the severity of this summer's drought, though inland shipping has not ground to a halt.
German industry bodies take calm view of early Rhine low water
Asked whether the current drought points to a recurring climate-driven pattern, both organisations played down the need for alarm.
Pindustry takes majority stake in maritime simulator builder VSTEP
The Rotterdam-based simulation specialist gets a new majority shareholder as its founding family steps back from ownership.
Twente Board chair criticises Rijk's communication on Twentekanalen closure
Ank Bijleveld-Schouten says the full shutdown of the Twentekanalen was carried out without timely warning or a clear plan for shippers to fall back on.
TGS wins 100-day ocean bottom node contract in AMME region
Oslo-listed seismic specialist TGS has won a new ocean bottom node contract covering the Africa, Mediterranean and Middle East region.
Noble posts $37 million loss in second quarter on rig suspensions
Offshore driller Noble reported a $37 million net loss for the second quarter of 2026 after rig suspensions in Brazil and a Black Sea exit hit revenue.
L&T and Hitachi Energy secure framework deal for TenneT's 2GW wind programme
Larsen & Toubro and Hitachi Energy have secured a framework cooperation agreement covering a 2GW offshore wind transmission programme with TenneT.
Apollo invests $1.5 billion in Keppel-managed legacy rig fund
Apollo has agreed to invest $1.5 billion in a new Keppel-managed fund set up to hold up to ten legacy offshore drilling rigs.
Pan Ocean confirms new VLCC pair at Qingdao Beihai shipyard
South Korea's Pan Ocean has confirmed its latest pair of ammonia-ready VLCC newbuildings at CSSC-controlled Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding.
Aruna Shipping orders up to ten ultramax bulk carriers in China
Turkey's Aruna Shipping has signed for up to ten ultramax bulk carriers at a Yangzhou Guoyu Shipbuilding operation in Zhoushan, China.
Diana Shipping lets Genco tender expire but keeps takeover bid alive
Diana Shipping has let its hostile tender offer for Genco Shipping expire, but its $27.34-per-share takeover proposal for the US dry bulk owner remains on the table.
Boskalis puts new trailing suction hopper dredger Seaway to work
Boskalis has put its newly delivered trailing suction hopper dredger Seaway into service on its first coastal protection assignment.
Saronic Technologies plans multibillion-dollar shipyard in Texas
Saronic Technologies is planning to invest billions of dollars in a new megayard in Texas, expanding into large-scale US naval shipbuilding.
Two injured after inland vessel collides with kayaks
Two people were injured after an inland shipping vessel collided with kayaks on a Dutch waterway, prompting an emergency response.
Stena Line reports growing share of UK car ferry crossings
Stena Line says its share of passenger car crossings between the UK and mainland Europe has grown as the ferry operator competes on some of the busiest short-sea routes.
Tebezo wins contract worth up to €17 million to dredge Overijssel waterways
Dutch dredging contractor Tebezo has secured a contract worth between thirteen and seventeen million euros to maintain waterways across Overijssel.
Crew member dies aboard Hapag-Lloyd vessel on the Westerschelde
A crew member has died aboard a Hapag-Lloyd vessel transiting the Westerschelde, prompting a response from waterway traffic authorities.
Barge operators question TNO findings on higher FAME biofuel blends
A new TNO report on higher FAME biofuel blends in inland shipping has reopened debate, with barge operators questioning whether the practical trial behind it is representative.
Port of Deventer to close as IJssel water level nears critical low
The Port of Deventer will close from Saturday for an indefinite period after the municipality confirmed its lock will stop opening once the IJssel falls below a critical water level.
Marine insurers move to ban payments to Iran for Hormuz transits
Underwriters at Lloyd's Market Association have introduced a new clause allowing insurers to cancel cover for ships found to have made payments to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Carriers swap Hamburg for Wilhelmshaven on NEMX service
Three major carriers have removed Hamburg from their joint North Europe-East Mediterranean container service, replacing it with Wilhelmshaven as the German port of call.
ST Engineering launches second multi-role combat vessel for Singapore Navy
ST Engineering has launched the second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel for the Republic of Singapore Navy, designed to operate unmanned systems and function as a command ship.
Taiwan commissions new Tuo Chiang-class corvette Dan Chiang
Taiwan has commissioned its newest Tuo Chiang-class corvette, Dan Chiang, as part of a domestic shipbuilding programme intended to strengthen the island's naval defences.
Canada extends Babcock submarine contract as it awaits new German boats
Canada has extended its maintenance contract with Babcock for its ageing Victoria-class submarines, bridging the gap until new German-built vessels begin arriving from 2032.
Petrobras delays restart of P-52 platform after gas leak investigation
Petrobras says its P-52 offshore platform remains shut down nine months after a flammable gas leak, with no timetable yet set for restarting production.
Panama says fewer ships detained in Chinese ports after agreement
Panama says the number of its flagged vessels detained for inspection in Chinese ports has fallen sharply following talks between the two governments, easing tensions that followed a canal ports dispute.
Maersk revises peak season and emergency surcharges on key trade lanes
Maersk has announced new peak season surcharges for cargo moving to Saudi Arabia, North Europe and the Mediterranean, alongside revised emergency charges for exports from Oman and the UAE.
APM Terminals launches next phase of Callao expansion in Peru
APM Terminals has begun the next phase of a major expansion at its Callao facility in Peru, investing $570 million to grow container and general cargo capacity by 2030.
EmissionLink warns cheap FuelEU compliance could weaken fuel transition
A maritime emissions advisory firm has warned that falling FuelEU Maritime surplus prices could make compliance cheaper for shipowners while weakening the regulation's ability to drive genuine uptake of lower-carbon fuels.
Heavy transport vessel CY Frontier sets out on maiden voyage to Rotterdam
The heavy transport vessel CY Frontier has departed on its maiden voyage carrying twelve inland barges bound for Rotterdam, with an intermediate call planned in South Korea.
IMO chief condemns renewed attacks on shipping in Red Sea
The head of the International Maritime Organization has condemned renewed attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, warning of risks to seafarers, trade routes and the marine environment.
Three Aframaxes open first Syria-US route for Iraqi fuel oil
Three Aframax tankers have loaded Iraqi fuel oil at Syria's Baniyas terminal for delivery to the United States, opening the first US-bound flow of its kind from a Syrian port.
BW LPG announces sale of BW Levant
BW LPG has agreed to sell the 2015-built gas carrier BW Levant, generating a net book gain of approximately $17 million as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy.
Tanker attacked near Hormuz towed into Iranian custody after crew rescue
The crew of the oil tanker Kavomaleas was safely rescued after an attack and fire near the Strait of Hormuz, but the vessel was subsequently towed into Iranian custody, raising fresh tension in the waterway.
Crew member found dead aboard cruise ship at Italian port
Italian authorities are investigating the death of a 33-year-old crew member found in her cabin after a cruise ship docked at La Spezia, with the cause of death not yet confirmed.
India and Panama strengthen maritime partnership
India and Panama have agreed to expand maritime cooperation across shipping, logistics, port development and digital innovation as both countries look to strengthen trade links.
ZPMC starts building large cable-laying vessel for Far East Cable
Chinese cable manufacturer Far East Cable has started construction of a new multipurpose cable-laying vessel at a Shanghai shipyard, designed for offshore wind, interconnector and telecommunications work.
Container ship refloated after grounding near Rio Grande
The container ship Dusseldorf Express ran aground near the access channel to the Port of Rio Grande in Brazil and was refloated within hours.
Seamec to provide diving support on ONGC's ageing DSV fleet
Indian offshore vessel operator Seamec has agreed to provide subsea diving services on two diving support vessels working for state energy producer ONGC.
Rubico lines up third MR newbuilding with Trafigura charter attached
Rubico is lining up its third MR tanker newbuilding through a related-party deal with Top Ships, with the vessel already carrying a charter attachment to Trafigura.
South Korea to extend offshore wind price contracts to 25 years
South Korea is preparing to extend fixed-price offshore wind contracts from 20 to 25 years, aiming to reduce bid prices and improve the economics of new projects.
Serica outbids Ratio for Pharos Energy in £145.7m deal
UK oil and gas company Serica Energy has struck a deal to acquire Pharos Energy for £145.7 million, outbidding a rival offer from Ratio Petroleum Energy.
Saipem lands $913m contract double in Ivory Coast and Italy
Saipem has won two new contracts worth a combined $913 million, covering offshore development work in Ivory Coast and an onshore project in Italy.
UK Supreme Court strengthens shipbuyers' rights over delayed deliveries
Britain's Supreme Court has ruled that shipbuyers can recover loss-of-bargain damages over seller-caused delivery delays under standard sale terms, even without a repudiatory breach.
Sinotrans doubles down on Qingshan with second feeder quartet
Sinotrans Container Lines is expanding its feeder newbuilding programme at China Merchants' Qingshan shipyard with a second batch of four 1,800 TEU vessels.
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