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Industry‑First ABS SeaTech Innovation Exchange launches strengthening Greek-U.S. maritime technology collaboration

In an industry first, ABS has launched the ABS SeaTech Innovation Exchange, consisting of two advanced technology centers in Athens, Greece, and Houston, Texas,...

The CMA CGM NOTRE DAME begins operations with an inaugural call in Shanghai

The CMA CGM NOTRE DAME, the largest containership currently sailing under the French flag and powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), made its maiden...

MISC group financial results for the first quarter of 2026

MISC announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. Zahid Osman, MISC President and Group CEO said, "MISC delivered a resilient first quarter...

BIMCO: Guidance for vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz

Hundreds of vessels remain unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz and, in the event of a return to more normal navigation conditions, the...

TS Lines founder to be succeeded at company helm by his son

TS Lines founder and chairman Chen Te-sheng is stepping down from his position at the company, passing operational authority to his son, Chen Shao-hsiang. The...

Alpha Bulkers linked to order for capesize newbuildings

Citing shipbuilding sources, TradeWinds reports Alpha Bulkers Shipmanagement has contracted Hengli Heavy Industry to build two 181,000-dwt capesizes for delivery in 2028. A source told...

Union of Greek Shipowners President Travlos hosted luncheon in honor of HRH Princess Anne

The Union of Greek Shipowners hosted a luncheon in honor of Her Royal Highness Princess Anne at the Museum of Cycladic Art, during her...

US says its blockade against Iran has redirected 100 vessels

US forces have redirected 100 commercial vessels during its six-week-long blockade of Iran’s ports, Central Command said. The mission, supported by more than 200 aircraft...

Vessels carrying Middle East oil, LNG exit Hormuz, head for Pakistan, China

Two liquefied natural gas tankers are exiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, heading to ‌Pakistan and China, while a supertanker with Iraqi crude...

FRO – First quarter 2026 results

Frontline plc reported unaudited results for the three months ended March 31, 2026: Highlights Profit of $559.1 million, or $2.51 per share for the first quarter...

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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”)...

Seanergy Maritime’s bond begins trading on Euronext Athens after raising 95.6 million euros

Seanergy Maritime Holdings’ corporate bond began trading on Euronext Athens on Tuesday, with Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Stamatis Tsantanis ringing the traditional opening...

Hapag-Lloyd raises annual outlook on strong demand, freight rates

German shipping firm Hapag-Lloyd on Monday raised its outlook ​for the financial year, citing strong market ‌demand and positive freight rate developments. Hapag-Lloyd said it...

Diana Shipping Inc. announces extension of tender offer for all outstanding shares of Genco Shipping & Trading

Diana Shipping Inc., a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels that is the largest shareholder of...

Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade

The number of vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz ticked up on Tuesday,...

IMO Council reaffirms commitment to protecting vital shipping lanes

The Council of the International Maritime Organization has concluded its 137th session by reaffirming...

Hormuz traffic slows to multi-week low as renewed US, Iran strikes raise safety risk

The number of vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz fell to multi-week lows on...

Russia says Ukraine struck tanker in Sea of Azov

A Ukrainian drone struck a tanker as it ​was entering the Azov-Black Sea ‌Canal,...

Höegh Autoliners extends contract with major Asian car producer into 2029

Höegh Autoliners ASA has agreed an extension of an existing contract with a major...

Greek Shipping Minister visits Piraeus Port

Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vassilis Kikilias visited the Port of Piraeus on Tuesday ahead of the peak summer holiday travel period,...

Hapag-Lloyd uses shore power in the Port of Hamburg

Hapag-Lloyd, the world’s fifth-largest container shipping company, has signed an agreement with the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) on the use of shore power in...

DP World drives record efficiency and vessel performance at DAR Es Salaam port

DP World Dar Es Salaam has achieved record vessel performance and reduced cargo discharge times by more than 90% at the Port of Dar...

Piraeus Container Terminal marks 16 years, reports rise in cargo volumes

Piraeus Container Terminal (PCT) marked 16 years of operations, highlighting the contribution of its employees and partners in transforming the port of Piraeus into...

PPA S.A.: Gross dividend of 1.896 euros per share approved

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) successfully held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, in accordance with the applicable procedures, with shareholders representing 83.40% of...