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South Korea Looks to Position Jinhae New Port as Arctic Shipping Hub
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South Korea Looks to Position Jinhae New Port as Arctic Shipping Hub

The South Korean city of Changwon is seeking to position the planned Jinhae New Port as a future hub for Arctic shipping, linking the major port development

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Recent Ukrainian Attacks Have Reduced Russia’s Oil Processing Capacity By 30%, Sources Say
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Recent Ukrainian Attacks Have Reduced Russia’s Oil Processing Capacity By 30%, Sources Say

Renewed Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries since late October have reduced Russia's oil refining capacity by about 30%, two industry sources

3 hours ago
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Oil tankers anchored near Strait of Hormuz after Iran conflict disrupts Persian Gulf shipping routes
Energy

Qatar LNG Loadings Pick Up to Around Half of Pre-War Levels

Liquefied natural gas loadings onto tankers from Qatar have picked up over the past few weeks, suggesting the major exporter is seeking to get more cargoes to

3 hours ago
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Coast Guard Airlifts Four Oil Tanker Crew Members After Suspected Food Poisoning

The U.S. Coast Guard evacuated four crew members from a Cyprus-flagged oil tanker off Puerto Rico on Sunday after they reportedly fell ill with suspected food

18 hours ago
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G7 Launches Global Port Security Network to Combat Drug Trafficking
Ports

G7 Launches Global Port Security Network to Combat Drug Trafficking

France on Monday laurched a new G7-backed network linking major seaports, customs authorities and international organizations in an effort to crack down on

20 hours ago
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Iraq Has Reached Understandings With US To Allow Oil Exports Through Hormuz

Nov 8 (Reuters) – Iraq has reached understandings with the United States to allow Iraqi oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz via a shipping lane

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Russia Takes Control of Two Chinese Heavy-Lift Ships Used for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries

Russia has taken control of two modern heavy-lift carriers previously involved in transporting equipment for the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project, adding

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Finnish Court Jails Cargo Ship Captain, Crew Member for Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage

A Finnish court on Thursday jailed the Russian captain and an Azerbaijani crew member of the cargo ship Fitburg for aggravated sabotage over damage to two

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MARAD Approves $1 Billion Offshore Crude Oil Export Port Off Louisiana

The Trump administration has approved a $1 billion offshore crude oil export project off the coast of Louisiana, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for a

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SS United States Set for Final Voyage Ahead of Historic Sinking Off Florida

The historic SS United States, once the fastest ocean liner in the world, is scheduled to leave Mobile, Alabama, on Monday for its final voyage before being


Monday, November 9, 2026
A sailor observes the oil tanker HELGA
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IMO Warns of Mounting Human Toll as Attacks on Commercial Shipping Continue

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is calling for stronger protections for merchant ships and their crews as continued attacks in the Middle East,

22 hours ago
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A CMA CGM containerships waits at anchor outside the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Photo courtesy Port of Los Angeles
Ports

U.S. Container Imports Hit 2026 High in September as Extended Peak Season Winds Down

U.S. container imports reached their highest level of the year in September, capping an unusually long peak shipping season that has kept major ports busy

22 hours ago
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China Extends US Trade Truce by Two Months
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China Extends US Trade Truce by Two Months

China on Monday effectively extended its trade truce with the US by two months, after announcing it would continue to suspend certain trade

23 hours ago
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SS United States Set for Final Voyage Ahead of Historic Sinking Off Florida
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SS United States Set for Final Voyage Ahead of Historic Sinking Off Florida

The historic SS United States, once the fastest ocean liner in the world, is scheduled to leave Mobile, Alabama, on Monday for its final voyage before being

24 hours ago
Total Views: 4740

An Aurora class PCTC at sea
Shipping

Höegh Autoliners Taps BYD Battery Technology for Ammonia-Powered Car Carrier

Höegh Autoliners has signed an agreement with Chinese battery manufacturer BYD to install a marine battery system aboard its upcoming Aurora No. 12 car

November 9, 2026
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Iraq Has Reached Understandings With US To Allow Oil Exports Through Hormuz
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Iraq Has Reached Understandings With US To Allow Oil Exports Through Hormuz

Nov 8 (Reuters) – Iraq has reached understandings with the United States to allow Iraqi oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz via a shipping lane

Russia Takes Control of Two Chinese Heavy-Lift Ships Used for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries
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Russia Takes Control of Two Chinese Heavy-Lift Ships Used for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries

Russia has taken control of two modern heavy-lift carriers previously involved in transporting equipment for the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project, adding

Finnish Court Jails Cargo Ship Captain, Crew Member for Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage
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Finnish Court Jails Cargo Ship Captain, Crew Member for Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage

A Finnish court on Thursday jailed the Russian captain and an Azerbaijani crew member of the cargo ship Fitburg for aggravated sabotage over damage to two

MARAD Approves $1 Billion Offshore Crude Oil Export Port Off Louisiana
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MARAD Approves $1 Billion Offshore Crude Oil Export Port Off Louisiana

The Trump administration has approved a $1 billion offshore crude oil export project off the coast of Louisiana, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for a

SS United States Set for Final Voyage Ahead of Historic Sinking Off Florida
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SS United States Set for Final Voyage Ahead of Historic Sinking Off Florida

The historic SS United States, once the fastest ocean liner in the world, is scheduled to leave Mobile, Alabama, on Monday for its final voyage before being


Monday, November 9, 2026
How In-Water Services Are Optimizing Vessel & Infrastructure Repair  
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How In-Water Services Are Optimizing Vessel & Infrastructure Repair  

For many vessel owners, a problem below the waterline used to mean one answer: get the ship out of the water. This time intensive process consisted of booking

November 9, 2026
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Russia Takes Control of Two Chinese Heavy-Lift Ships Used for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries
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Russia Takes Control of Two Chinese Heavy-Lift Ships Used for Arctic LNG 2 Deliveries

Russia has taken control of two modern heavy-lift carriers previously involved in transporting equipment for the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project, adding

November 9, 2026
Total Views: 21406

Sunday, November 8, 2026
A cargo vessel leaves a port in the Black Sea in Odesa
Defense

Russia Says It Hit Three Cargo Ships In Black Sea

MOSCOW, Nov 8 (Reuters) – Russia said on Sunday overnight strikes by its forces had hit three cargo vessels that were carrying military goods

November 8, 2026
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Oil tanker Al Shaffiah sails at the sea near the Omani coast, as seen from Musandam
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Iraq Has Reached Understandings With US To Allow Oil Exports Through Hormuz

Nov 8 (Reuters) – Iraq has reached understandings with the United States to allow Iraqi oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz via a shipping lane

November 8, 2026
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US military says it disabled cargo vessel in Gulf of Oman
Defense

Iran Suggests Blasts Are Not US Attacks As Both Sides Report Ships Hit

CAIRO, Nov 8 (Reuters) – Iranian media suggested explosions in southern Iran on Saturday evening were related to Iranian military activities

November 8, 2026
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VIKING wins €23.8 million contract to build seven high-speed patrol vessels for the Hellenic Coast Guard

Seven VIKING Norsafe Magnar 1950 vessels to be built entirely in Greece, with an option for another seven. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has signed a €23.8 million contract,

November 4, 2026

Propspeed Joins RightShip’s Zero Harm Innovation Partners Program to Support More Efficient and Sustainable Vessel Operations

Improving vessel energy efficiency is an important part of the maritime industry’s efforts to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. While hull performance

November 3, 2026

Damen wins KNVTS Ship of the Year Award with CSOV Windcat Rotterdam

Damen Shipyards Group and Windcat are pleased to announce that Commissioning Service Operations Vessel (CSOV) Windcat Rotterdam has received the KNVTS

October 27, 2026

New RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 Tug Design for Ningbo Port

Robert Allan Ltd. is pleased to announce the award to design a new RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 (FiFi 2) tug for Ningbo Port. The vessel will be

October 22, 2026

Nor-Shipping brings new Focus to AI, Ports and Marketing in 2027

Nor-Shipping is revamping its knowledge-sharing offer with a brand new stage created for day-long ‘deep dives’ into fast-moving and strategically important subjects.

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,

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VIKING wins €23.8 million contract to build seven high-speed patrol vessels for the Hellenic Coast Guard

Seven VIKING Norsafe Magnar 1950 vessels to be built entirely in Greece, with an option for another seven. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has signed a €23.8 million contract,

November 4, 2026

Propspeed Joins RightShip’s Zero Harm Innovation Partners Program to Support More Efficient and Sustainable Vessel Operations

Improving vessel energy efficiency is an important part of the maritime industry’s efforts to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. While hull performance

November 3, 2026

Damen wins KNVTS Ship of the Year Award with CSOV Windcat Rotterdam

Damen Shipyards Group and Windcat are pleased to announce that Commissioning Service Operations Vessel (CSOV) Windcat Rotterdam has received the KNVTS

October 27, 2026

New RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 Tug Design for Ningbo Port

Robert Allan Ltd. is pleased to announce the award to design a new RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 (FiFi 2) tug for Ningbo Port. The vessel will be

October 22, 2026

Nor-Shipping brings new Focus to AI, Ports and Marketing in 2027

Nor-Shipping is revamping its knowledge-sharing offer with a brand new stage created for day-long ‘deep dives’ into fast-moving and strategically important subjects.

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,


Sunday, November 8, 2026
Liquified natural gas tanker crossing suez channel
Shipping

Egypt Deepens Gas Cuts To Fertilizer Makers As Energy Squeeze Tightens

CAIRO, Nov 8 (Reuters) – Egyptian fertilizer producers have been notified of a new 33% reduction in their natural gas supplies, a company statement and

November 8, 2026
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Italian-led EU force boards sanctioned tanker from Russia's 'shadow fleet' in Mediterranean
Shipping

Oil Traders In Talks With US To Get Sanctioned Ships Back To Sea

By Lucia Kassai, Devika Krishna Kumar, Charles Gorrivan and Archie Hunter Nov 8, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Oil traders are seeking approval from the US

November 8, 2026
Total Views: 1277

Saturday, November 7, 2026
Smoke rises from a burning vessel, following what the US Central Command said was a strike on an Iranian-affiliated dhow, at a location given as the Gulf of Oman
Defense

US Military Says It Disabled Cargo Vessel In Gulf Of Oman

Nov 7 (Reuters) – An American military aircraft fired on and disabled a commercial vessel that tried to break the US blockade of Iran on

November 7, 2026
Total Views: 1208

Shipping containers on a Maersk vessel at the port of Los Angeles
Ports

LA Port Strike Threat Deferred Again As Labor Talks Drag On

By Laura Curtis Nov 7, 2026 (Bloomberg) –The union representing about 250 security workers at the US’s busiest ports agreed to continue

November 7, 2026
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Soaring Freight Rates Give US Refiners Edge As Crude Discounts Widen

By Vallari Srivastava and Sumit Saha Nov 6 (Reuters) – The Iran conflict has sent tanker rates soaring, forcing sellers to deepen discounts on heavy

November 7, 2026
Total Views: 2189

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Friday, November 6, 2026
Aerial view of the Evos liquid storage terminal in Hamburg, showing tankers alongside docks and rows of industrial storage tanks.
Ports

Adani Ports Makes Major Push Into Europe With $2.9 Billion Evos Acquisition

India’s Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has agreed to acquire Netherlands-based liquid storage operator Evos B.V. in a €2.56 billion ($2.88

November 6, 2026
Total Views: 911

U.S. Targets Cuba’s Oil Tanker Fleet in New Sanctions Crackdown
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U.S. Targets Cuba’s Oil Tanker Fleet in New Sanctions Crackdown

The Trump administration has expanded sanctions targeting Cuba’s maritime and energy sectors, identifying five Cuban-flagged vessels as blocked property

November 6, 2026
Total Views: 1766

EU Lawmakers Push Back Against Approval of Indian Ship Recycling Yards
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EU Lawmakers Push Back Against Approval of Indian Ship Recycling Yards

A European Parliament committee has voted to oppose the approval of two Indian ship recycling yards, dealing a setback to shipping industry efforts to expand

November 6, 2026
Total Views: 1009

China Adopts Law on Antarctic Activities and Environmental Protection
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China Adopts Law on Antarctic Activities and Environmental Protection

Beijing has approved a law to improve China's Antarctic research and strengthen regulation of its exploration activities, the official Xinhua news agency

November 6, 2026
Total Views: 761

Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam
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Seafarer Killed in Suspected Missile Attack on Tanker in Gulf

One seafarer was killed in an explosion believed to have been caused by a missile attack on an oil products tanker in the Gulf on Thursday, the ship's

November 6, 2026
Total Views: 845