Shipping not so united on IMO Net Zero Framework
A number of industry associations including ICS and World Shipping Council have affirmed their support for the measures, but others are notable by their absence.
U.S. Launches Sanctions from State and Treasury on Iranian Petrochemicals
The Trump administration launched one of its most wide-reaching efforts to date, targeting buyers, sellers, traders, facilitators, and vessels and terminals involved in Iran’s petrochemical industry, as well as expanding the sanctions on the oil and petroleum sectors.
Panama Canal transits in FY2025 bounce back from drought
The key waterway connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans reported strong increases in revenues and transit numbers.
Sanctions list swells, momentum fades
Over the past five years, the number of sanctioned vessels has expanded steadily, rising from around 350 in September 2020 to roughly 1,700 by September 2025, according to analysis from maritime analytics firm Kpler.
Sanctioned Iranian Bulker Spotted Offloading Cargo in Brazil
A blacklisted Iranian bulker has arrived at a port in Brazilian state of Santa Catarina and reportedly offloaded a cargo of fertilizer, a double violation of U.S. sanctions on Tehran's industrial enterprises.
U.S. and Finland Reach $6 Billion Deal to Build Up to 11 Icebreakers
The United States and Finland signed a deal on October 9 that sets out the framework for the construction of a total of up to 11 icebreakers using Finnish designs and expertise.
Maersk terminates contract for near-complete WTIV with Seatrium
Singapore shipyard group Seatrium has received a notice of termination of a contract for the construction of a wind turbine installation vessel for Maersk Offshore Wind, set to be deployed on Equinor’s Empire Wind project in the US.
Ørsted to cut a quarter of its workforce by end of 2027
Danish renewable energy company Ørsted has announced that it would be reducing its workforce by approximately 2,000 people towards the end of 2027.
J. Lauritzen invests in Corvus Energy
Danish shipowner major J. Lauritzen is among a consortium investing in marine battery specialist Corvus Energy.
Lithuania’s offshore wind tender fails due to lack of bidders
Lithuanian authorities have stated that the second tender for the development of an offshore wind farm has failed.
Another Arms Shipment for the Houthis Intercepted by Opposition Faction
Factions opposing the Houthis have made yet another significant interception of Iranian-sourced arms destined for the Houthi militants.
Finnish Prosecutors Appeal Court Ruling on Eagle S Cable-Damage Case
Prosecutors in Finland are appealing a lower court ruling that found that the nation does not have any legal jurisdiction over subsea infrastructure sabotage within its exclusive economic zone.
Performance Shipping moves into suezmax segment with double purchase
Greek tanker owner Performance Shipping has moved to expand and modernise its fleet with the purchase of two 2019-built suezmaxes as it looks to strengthen its position in the midsize crude segment.
ADM adds electric vehicles to UK flour delivery
Also installed a high-speed electric vehicle charger
The Andersons Port Houston project gets boost
Soybean farmers contribute $275,000 toward export expansion
Westway earns AFIA Facility of the Year honor
Houston, Texas, feed mill lauded for ‘safe and rewarding work environment’
Bühler leverages US production, service in face of tariffs
Able to maintain supply, flexible options for US customers
Sustainability's in-hand, says wooden boatbuilders on SIBS stage
Fresh from the success of the first Wooden Boat Stage at SIBS – originated by Women in Boat Building – Belinda Joslin sits down with MIN to relay the importance of wood.
Imabari Delivers Handymax Bulker NORSE CONTINUATION
A New Addition to Japan’s Modern Bulker Fleet At its Shin Kasado Dockyard, Imabari Shipbuilding handed over the NORSE CONTINUATION on October 3, 2025 — a 64,000 DWT Handymax-class bulk carrier built under the latest Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers.
ONE and DP World Launch India’s First Reefer Rail Freight Service Linking Hyderabad to Nhava Sheva
India’s cold chain logistics just got a boost with the launch of the first-ever dedicated reefer rail freight service connecting Thimmapur ICD in Hyderabad to Nhava Sheva Port (JNPA), jointly operated by Ocean Network Express (ONE) and DP World.
Polsteam upgrades comms and cybersecurity on 50 vessels with Marlink
Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical ICT solutions, has upgraded connectivity and cyber security solutions onboard 50 vessels controlled by leading bulk carrier operator Polsteam.
StormGeo integrates Imarex decision support system
StormGeo, a global leader in weather intelligence and decision support solutions, announced today that it has strengthened its s-Insight Bunker Management platform through the integration of Imarex Technology’s Traffic Light System, offering shipping companies a fully integrated solution for optimizing bunker procurement decisions.StormGeo’s Bunker Management solution already supports the full bunker lifecycle – from planning and optimization to RFQ handling, documentation, and claims.
ABS launches maritime technology centre in Saudi Arabia focussing on robotics and AI
ABS has launched the Saudi Arabia Technology Center dedicated to industry-leading work on smart systems, robotics, AI and advanced digital technologies.Launched during the Saudi Maritime Logistics Congress, the pioneering research center supports the Kingdom’s maritime strategy for global leadership in shipping.