Maritime

Global container shipping is facing a sharp structural shift, with trade imbalances driving the proportion of empty container movements to...

Knutsen Group is further accelerating the expansion of its LNG fleet with a new order placed at South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean, reinforcing what has become one of the most aggressive growth strategies in the LNG shipping segment.  Hanwha Ocean confirmed on Friday that it had signed a contract worth approximately $250m for a 174,000 cu m LNG carrier, scheduled for delivery by September...

The maritime industry’s push toward digitalisation of seafarer records has reached a new milestone with the official global launch of the digital...

One of the maritime industry's most recognized environmental technology brands is making a comeback. Hamworthy has officially relaunched as an independent company following the sale of Wärtsilä Water & Waste to the Sweden-based investment group Solix Group.  The move marks the return of Hamworthy as a standalone specialist focused exclusively on...

Dutch marine survey and geodata specialist Fugro has been awarded a two-year environmental services contract by EirGrid, reinforcing its role in...

Israeli liner operator ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has appointed Chen Lichtenstein as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, selecting...

Hong Kong’s Yiulian Dockyard has officially reopened following a significant modernisation programme and workforce expansion, with management positioning the facility as one of the most operationally flexible ship repair hubs in Asia.  Operated by China Merchants Shipbuilding Industry, the Tsing Yi-based yard is now highlighting a capability that sets it apart within mainland China: it is the only dockyard in the country permitted to receive vessels alongside while still fully laden with cargo.  This operational flexibility provides a major advantage for shipowners facing emergency repairs or unplanned maintenance, particularly in the busy maritime corridors of southern China....

Greek dry bulk owner DryDel Shipping is further strengthening its fleet expansion strategy with the addition of three new vessels to its...

Seanergy Maritime is continuing to push aggressively into fleet renewal after confirming the addition of another newbuilding to its expanding...

Hong Kong shipowner Wah Kwong Maritime Transport has moved forward with another major fleet investment after placing an order for two 114,000 dwt LR2 tankers at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC), a shipyard affiliated with China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC).  The deal, which also includes options for two additional vessels, was officially signed on May 28 in...