Logistic

Three tankers have reportedly been struck by drones in the Black Sea off Turkey’s northern coastline, marking a new escalation...

The growing pressure on global shipping routes, particularly between Asia and Europe, is reviving long-standing discussions about alternative propulsion models...

SS Teo, one of Singapore’s most recognised shipping figures and executive chairman of Pacific International Lines (PIL), has stepped aside from his leadership role as he prepares to defend himself and his company against a US Justice Department container cartel investigation.  PIL, currently the world’s 12th largest container shipping line, confirmed that Teo will take a leave of absence from his position...

Maritime digital solutions provider Marlink has signed a strategic partnership with vessel analytics company Metis in a move aimed at expanding shipowners’ access to advanced vessel data intelligence and AI-powered operational analytics.  Under the agreement, Marlink will act as a strategic integration partner for Metis’ vessel performance and operational data solutions, combining Metis’ onboard analytics and high-frequency data acquisition capabilities with Marlink’s global digital infrastructure, cyber-secure connectivity services and worldwide maritime support...

Shipping companies are being forced to rethink traditional voyage planning strategies as geopolitical tensions, volatile fuel markets and operational disruptions continue to reshape global trade flows, according to maritime technology specialist StormGeo.  The company believes the industry must move away from static operational decision-making and adopt more adaptive, AI-driven voyage optimisation strategies capable of responding in real time to changing market and operational conditions.  Recent disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle...

Product tanker operator Hafnia is accelerating the deployment of enterprise AI platform Complexio across its business after the first phase of implementation delivered early operational improvements in commercial and finance workflows.  The update was revealed in Hafnia’s first-quarter results, where chief executive Mikael Skov highlighted faster response times and improved operational efficiency following the platform’s initial rollout.  Skov described Complexio as an enterprise AI solution that combines conversational AI, workflow analytics and automation tools to support faster and...

Laskaridis Shipping has joined forces with maritime software company Seafair to introduce an AI-powered compliance platform aimed at modernising some of the shipping industry’s most complex and time-consuming audit and safety management procedures.  The new AI Compliance Engine has been developed to automatically analyse company procedures and operational documentation against major industry frameworks, including DryBMS and DBCE, while also supporting broader standards such as the Code of...

Swedish tanker owner Terntank has entered into a commercial agreement with maritime performance specialist Oversea following a successful trial period involving the company’s Fleet Support Center services.  The partnership will initially cover nine vessels, including Terntank’s latest Hybrid-Plus tankers, while two additional newbuildings scheduled for delivery next year are also expected to join the programme.  Among the vessels included in the agreement, two are equipped with wind-assisted propulsion systems as part of Terntank’s broader strategy to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency across its operations.  Under the...

The shipping crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is nearing its 100th day with no sign of resolution, as tensions...

CRP Subsea has secured a new offshore wind contract from Seaway 7 to supply cable protection systems for ScottishPower Renewables’...