Ukraine has condemned China over reports that a Chinese-owned containership has repeatedly operated from Crimea, accusing it of violating sovereignty and international sanctions.
UNCTAD warns that maritime trade growth will nearly stall in 2025, with disruptions in the Suez Canal and Red Sea driving higher costs, fragile supply chains, and long-term structural risks.
India has approved a ₹69,725 crore package to boost shipbuilding and the maritime sector, expected to create 3 million jobs and attract ₹4.5 lakh crore in investment.
Ocean Network Express’ ONE Innovation has set a new world record by loading 22,233 TEU, the highest ever on a containership, departing Singapore en route to Felixstowe.
China Merchants Energy Shipping has taken delivery of CM Hong Kong, the world’s first 9,300-car capacity methanol dual-fuel PCTC, built by China Merchants Industry.
The Panama Canal Authority has launched a new NetZero Slot for low-emission ships, giving priority access to greener vessels as part of its 2050 net-zero strategy.
China’s Sea Legend Shipping will launch the first direct container service between China and Europe via the Arctic Northern Sea Route, cutting transit time nearly in half.
Sperry Marine will deliver Integrated Bridge Systems for Samskip’s hydrogen-powered, autonomous-ready container ships, due in 2027.
NYK, MTI, and Grid have launched an AI-based allocation system for car carriers, reducing planning time and supporting GHG reduction.
