Piracy and armed robbery incidents in Asia fell 64 percent in the first half of 2026, although the Singapore Strait remained the main area of concern, ReCAAP reported.
INTERCARGO’s latest report shows fewer bulk carrier losses over the past decade while identifying cargo liquefaction and flooding as the leading causes of seafarer fatalities.
ReCAAP ISC reported two security incidents involving bulk carriers in the Singapore Strait from 2-8 June, with no crew injuries and one case involving stolen service kits and a DG turbo charger.
Japanese shipyards have secured enough export orders to keep berths occupied through 2029, with bulk carriers leading the order book and alternative-fuel vessel work continuing.
Wattlab said its Solar FlatRack system can cut auxiliary fuel use by 2–5% after vessel pilots and full-scale installation, with development now moving toward larger bulk carriers.
Amon Maritime secured NOK 298 million from Enova to back three ammonia-fuelled Kamsarmax bulkers for Amon Bulk, expanding the programme to five ships due 2029–2030.
Shimanami Shipyard, a subsidiary of Imabari Shipbuilding, will build 10 speculative bulk carriers. Additionally, the company has secured orders for 10 more ships, including Aframax tankers.
