ICS: Fees on China-linked Vessels Could Impact U.S. Maritime Operations and Jobs
Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Guy Platten, testified before the U.S. Trade Representative Section 301 Committee in Washington, D.C., regarding concerns around potential unintended consequences that could result from the proposed remedies following the Committeeâs investigation into Chinaâs maritime logistics and shipbuilding. The public hearing took place over two daysâŚ
Evac Group: Dehydro Meets Waste Management Needs of Smaller Vessels
Evac Group, a leader in sustainability technologies and solutions, has launched Dehydro, an onboard waste management system designed to meet the specific needs of smaller vessels. Traditional onboard waste systems typically require high volumes of wet waste to be cost-effective, which makes them impractical for smaller vessels. The Dehydro system, using dehydration technology, makes onboard waste treatment viable for smaller shipsâŚ
Alfa Laval: PureBallast 3 Ultra Secures Orders From Global Shipyards
Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ultra is the latest ballast water management system (BWMS) built on the PureBallast 3 technology. Just a few months after its introduction, PureBallast 3 Ultra has secured orders from shipyards worldwide, with deliveries set to begin in Q3 2025. The new system delivers enhanced performance, greater energy efficiency, and simplified installation.Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Ultra has seen a rising demand in the market with confirmed orders from shipyards in ChinaâŚ
Wind Propulsion Key to Cut Shipping Costs and Carbon, According to Report
As the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepares to meet in London from March 31 to April 11 to finalize measures for its greenhouse gas (GHG) strategy, a new report by marine NGO Seas At Risk shows the economic and climate benefits of using wind-assisted propulsion to power global shipping.The âWind First!â study shows that retrofitting sails on large, existing vessels can save close to half a million U.S.
INTERCARGO: Reaffirms Call for Simplicity as IMO Climate Talks Continue
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has renewed its call for straightforward and practical mid-term measures as the IMO's climate negotiations enter the next phase. With ISWG-GHG-19 and MEPC 83 in the coming weeks, where key decisions on implementing the IMO's GHG strategy are expected, INTERCARGO emphasizes that clarity and simplicity must remain central to any frameworkâŚ
Putin: Arctic Economic Cooperation Possible Despite Geopolitical Rivalries
Geopolitical rivalries are intensifying in the Arctic but Russia is willing to cooperate with foreign partners, including from the West, in economic ventures there that will benefit all sides, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday.In a major speech, Putin said U.S. President Donald Trump's stated intention to acquire Greenland was "serious", and it was clear that the U.S. would continue to promote its interests in the Arctic.
Increased Automobile Cargo Sent to the U.S. Ahead of Tariffs
Car-carrying ships have sent more cargo from Europe and China, Japan and Korea to the United States in the first months of the year than last year, shipping data showed, in a sign of companies front-loading shipments ahead of looming tariffs.A total of 33 so-called roll on, roll off ships - designed for wheeled cargo and mostly carrying new cars - left Europe for the U.S. in February this year, up from 28 in February 2024âŚ
Tariff Threats Prompt Expedited Pharmaceutical Shipments to U.S.
Some drugmakers are taking the unusual step of sending more medicines by air to the U.S., two executives and two logistics firms said amid fears President Donald Trump's April 2 tariffs announcement could include products made in Europe.Two European-headquartered drugmakers told Reuters this week they are sending as much of their medicines across the Atlantic as possible over the past several weeksâŚ
India Denies Entry to Ship Carrying Russian Oil Over Documentation, According to Source
Indian port authorities denied entry to an ageing tanker loaded with Russian crude on Thursday due to inadequate documentation, sources familiar with the matter said, an unusual move that indicates tightened scrutiny of vessels carrying Russian oil.India is the biggest buyer of seaborne Russian crude. Russian oil accounted for about 35% of overall crude imports in 2024 by India, the world's third biggest oil importer and consumer.The Tanzania-flagged Andaman SkiesâŚ
Baltic Dry Index Falls for Third Consecutive Session
The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk sea freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, fell for a third consecutive session on Thursday, hurt by weaker rates in the capesize segment.* The main index, which factors in rates for capesize, panamax and supramax shipping vessels, fell 13 points, or 0.8%, to 1,621 points.* The capesize index shed 54 points, or 2.1%, to reach 2,527 pointsâŚ
U.S. Tariffs: BLG Group Planning for 15% Less Port Traffic
BLG Group, a logistics provider managing one of the world's busiest autos terminals at Germany's Bremerhaven port, said on Wednesday it is calculating scenarios for 15% less traffic as a result of the 25% tariffs expected on U.S.
ABB: Contract to Deliver Efficiency Benefits for Portuguese Navy Vessels
ABB has secured a contract with the West Sea Shipyard located in Viana do Castelo, Portugal to equip six new offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) of the Portuguese Navy with an integrated power, propulsion, and automation system designed to ensure optimal efficiency. The vessels are planned to be delivered between 2027 â 2031.The new vessels will be equipped with the Azipod® propulsion system, Onboard DC Grid⢠power system platform, and the distributed control system ABB Ability⢠System 800xA®.
CIMAC Releases FAQs For Methanol as Marine Fuel
CIMAC WG 7 Fuels has released a new guideline titled âFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - ISO 6583:2024: Methanol as a Fuel for Marine Applications â General Requirements and Specifications.âWith the publication of ISO 6583:2024 in November 2024, the first standard for methanol as a marine fuel, numerous questions were expected to arise. Consequently, ISO/TC 28/SC4/WG18 requested CIMAC WG 7 Fuels to support the standard and the marine industry by creating a FAQ document.
Wilhelmsen Port Services, Yinson GreenTech & R W Marine Services Sign MOU
Wilhelmsen Port Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Yinson GreenTech and R W Marine Services, accelerating the adoption of marine electrification and lower-emissions maritime transport in Singapore. The signing ceremony took place on March 26, 2025 aboard the Hydromover, Singaporeâs first fully electric cargo vessel, during Singapore Maritime Week, held March 24-28, 2025.Under this agreementâŚ
Kongsberg Maritime Launches Advanced Simulator for Maritime Training
Kongsberg Maritime has launched the K-Sim Offshore DP3 Anchor Handling Simulator, designed for training for complex offshore operations.With an investment of over $322,000, the innovative training solution is designed to elevate competency standards, enhance operational efficiency, and promote sustainability across the sector.Additionally, it focuses on improving maritime safety by supporting our localâŚ
Tourist Submarine Sinks Off Egypt Killing Six
Six foreigners were killed on Thursday when a tourist submarine sank off Egypt's Red Sea resort city of Hurghada, the local governor's office told Reuters, without confirming the nationalities of the victims.The Russian consulate in Hurghada said the submarine, named "SINDBAD", had 45 Russian tourists on board in addition to crew members.The consulate said four people had died, but did not specify if they were Russian."According to initial data, most of those on board were rescued and taken to t
Industry Partners Bag ClassNK's Approvals for LCO2 Carrier, FLSU Designs
Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC), a subsidiary of NYK and Knutsen Group, has obtained Approval in Principle (AiP) from ClassNK for the design of liquified CO2 carriers (LCO2-EP carrier) that use the elevated pressure (EP) method to store and transport liquefied CO2 at ambient temperature.ClassNK has carried out a design review of this ship in accordance with the Rules for the Survey and Construction of Steel ShipsâŚ
NYK Groupâs N-O-G Buys its First SOV From Edda Wind
Northern Offshore Group (N-O-G), an NYK Group company, has purchased Mistral Enabler service operation vessel (SOV) from Edda Wind.The 81-meter-long Mistral Enabler SOV, with an onboard capacity for 60 people, will be renamed Northern Ocean.N-O-G owns more than 60 crew transfer vessels (CTVs) and has previously managed SOVs, but this is its first owned SOV. An SOV is a large ship that transports workersâŚ
IMO's Credibility Put to the Test
The IMO will reconvene in London on March 31 and April 1, for a crucial two-day Intersessional Working Group on Greenhouse Gas (ISWG-GHG 19) meeting. The meeting sets the stage for a decision on a GHG pricing mechanism by the Marine Environment Protection Committee 83 (MEPC 83) on April 7-11 on the future of shippingâs climate responsibility.The 6PAC+ alliance, a group of Pacific, African and Caribbean StatesâŚ
US to Evaluate Russian Demands for Black Sea Ceasefire
The United States will evaluate demands made by Russia after Moscow had agreed "in principle" to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Ukraine in the Black Sea to allow safe navigation, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday.The U.S. announced separate Black Sea agreements with Ukraine and Russia on Tuesday - following talks in Saudi Arabia - to ensure safe navigation, stop attacks, and prevent the use of commercial vessels for military purposes.Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
