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Container rates drop to unsustainable levels, Maersk CEO says

The global container shipping market faces overcapacity in the coming years and the rates paid by customers have fallen to an unsustainable level, Maersk...

Baltic index slips as capesize losses outweigh panamax gains

The Baltic Exchange’s main sea freight index declined on Thursday, as a fall in capesize rates overshadowed gains in the panamax segment. The overall index,...

Global cruise leaders meet in Europe as the industry calls for action to increase production and supply of sustainable marine fuels

· Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) issued the call for action at its European Summit in Genoa · Based on 2023 consumption, CLIA estimates that...

Celestyal revamps specialty dining

Celestyal has updated the specialty restaurant menus on its two-ship fleet. The news comes following Celestyal Discovery’s recent maiden voyage and the refurbishment of...

Zodiac Maritime sells its oldest car carrier

According to reports, Zodiac Maritime has sold its oldest car carrier, the 4,363-ceu Silver Glory (1994) in a transaction with Sallaum Lines of Switzerland. TradeWinds...

Baltic index gains on higher capesize, panamax rates

The Baltic Exchange’s main sea freight index rose on Wednesday, helped by rising rates for the larger vessel segments. The overall index, which factors in...

Baltic Index Slips On Falling Capesize, Supramax Rates

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk sea freight index slipped on Tuesday, snapping a three-session winning streak on falling rates for the capesize and supramax...

Panama Canal adds extra daily transit slots

In response to the current and projected level of Gatun Lake, the Panama Canal Authority has announced, through Notice to Shipping Lines No. A-08-2024,...

Baltic index rises on firm rates for larger vessels

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk sea freight index, tracking rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, firmed on Monday, helped by rising capesize and...

Cyprus shipping registry commemorated in Athens

The Cyprus Registry marked its 60th anniversary of participation in global shipping activities earlier this week, highlighting its journey towards becoming a key player...

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Wärtsilä’s Half-year Financial Report January–June 2026

Wärtsilä has released its Half-year Financial Report for January–June 2026, outlining the company’s financial and operational performance during the first six months of the...

Nakilat achieves QAR 857 million net profit for the first half of 2026

Qatar Gas Transport Company Q.P.S.C. (Nakilat) announced its consolidated financial results for the first half of the year ended 30 June 2026, with a...

BW LPG Limited – Update on BW LPG’s Product Services Q2 2026 segment performance

BW LPG provided an update on its Product Services’ (“BW Product Services”) Q2 2026 segment performance. Q2 2026 highlights: Gross trading result: – USD 19 million This...

DNB: Solid results driven by lending growth and high customer activity

DNB recorded profits after tax of NOK 9.8 billion in the second quarter of 2026.  “The level of activity in the Norwegian economy is high...

OOIL announces operational update for 2Q2026

The Board of Directors of Orient Overseas (International) Limited has adopted a policy of announcing unaudited operational updates for Orient Overseas Container Line (“OOCL”)...

Celestyal launches first Intern Conference, bringing the next generation closer to cruising and shipping

More than 80 participants have taken their first professional steps through the company’s long-standing...

Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red...

Yemen's Houthi militia attacked two Saudi Arabian oil tankers in a military operation, the...

Greek flag maintains top international quality rankings

The Greek ship registry continues to meet the highest international quality standards, consistently earning...

Three tankers carrying Saudi crude make U-turns in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Three oil tankers loaded with Saudi crude for China and India made U-turns in...

Attacks on Greek tankers heighten shipping security concerns

A fresh wave of attacks on commercial shipping has heightened concerns over maritime security...

Port of Long Beach, MARAD agree to test nuclear-powered vessels

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) today joined leaders from California’s Port of Long Beach to celebrate a new partnership focused on...

PPA S.A. receives double distinction at the “Protagonists of the Greek Economy 2026” Awards

Piraeus Port Authority received two prestigious distinctions at the “Protagonists of the Greek Economy 2026” Awards, reaffirming its leading role in the Greek economy...

Port of Antwerp-Bruges stands firm in a challenging first half of 2026

Cargo handling declined by 2.4%, the market share of containers remained stable, and investments are bolstering the future. In the first half of 2026, Port...

PPA S.A. publishes 2025 sustainability report

PPA S.A. continues to invest systematically in the sustainable development and modernization of the Port of Piraeus by integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)...

Port of Los Angeles records best June ever, tops 1 million container units

Dockworkers at the Port of Los Angeles moved 1,002,734 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, making it the busiest June in the Port's 118-year...