IMO Net Zero Framework Stays Alive
4, May 2026
The IMO Net Zero Framework survived MEPC 84, with a majority of member states reaffirming it as the basis for further work.
Maritime
Bulker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz
4, May 2026
A northbound bulk carrier was attacked by multiple small craft in the Strait of Hormuz, with crew safe and no environmental impact reported.
Boskalis Finishes Southsea Beach Works
3, May 2026
Boskalis has completed its main marine works in Southsea, placing more than 600,000 m³ of sand and shingle for the Portsmouth coastal defence project.
Clarksons Strengthens West Coast South America Presence
1, May 2026
Clarksons acquires Peru-based Serpac to expand its shipbroking footprint across South America’s west coast, strengthening dry bulk capabilities in Peru and Chile.
Container Ships Slow as Fuel Costs Rise
1, May 2026
Container ships are cutting speeds as bunker costs rise, with average speeds falling 2.3% from Q4 2025 to mid-April.
Second Maersk Tankers MR Tanker Gets eSAILs
1, May 2026
Maersk Tahiti has become the second Maersk Tankers MR tanker fitted with Spanish-made eSAIL suction sails under a five-vessel programme.
Japan-linked crude tanker Clears Hormuz Strait
29, April 2026
Idemitsu Maru appears to have completed a rare Strait of Hormuz transit as Gulf tanker traffic remains constrained.
Tharsis Wins EU Backing for Zero Emission Rhine-UK Vessels
28, April 2026
Tharsis Ship Management has secured EU Innovation Fund support for two zero emission sea-river container vessels planned for the Rhine Valley to United Kingdom route, using swappable ISO energy containers.
Bencros Cuts Tug Fender Downtime for Boluda
28, April 2026
Bencros delivered rapid, custom-fit fender replacements for three Boluda Towage Rotterdam ASD tugs using on-site measurement, 3D scanning and recycling, reducing downtime and eliminating installation risks.
