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.
Bulk carrier Luni split in two and partially sank off Bandar Abbas. No authoritative cause has been released, while reports refer to an earlier collision and more than 50 deficiencies.
Under the partnership, Carisbrooke Shipping Ltd. will be responsible for technical management and crewing operations, while Royal Wagenborg will oversee commercial management and chartering activities.
Iran has launched the Persian Gulf Strait Authority to manage Strait of Hormuz traffic, warning that unapproved vessel transit may be illegal.
NYK Line has signed long-term charter agreements with Cheniere for new LNG carriers to be built in South Korea, with deliveries scheduled to start from 2028.
Greece held a memorial at the Athens Megaron Concert Hall to mark one year since the passing of oil and shipping businessman Vardis I. Vardinogiannis, with state, church, military and business leaders honouring his legacy.
U.S. carrier Matson has paid $6.4 million in Chinese port fees since October before the 12-month U.S.-China tariff pause.
Amasus Shipping’s heavy-lift vessel Eemslift Hendrika has completed a 195-ton pontoon and yacht loading operation in Rotterdam before sailing to Alcudia.
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Bloomberg reports that the IMO is preparing to impose a global carbon levy on ships, a move that could reshape global trade and trigger U.S. tariff retaliation.
