Kuwaiti Tanker Ablaze in Dubai Port
Iran attacked a fully-loaded crude oil tanker at Dubai Port's anchorage on Monday, setting it ablaze and damaging its hull, Kuwait's state news agency reported, citing Kuwait Petroleum Corp, which warned of a possible oil spill.The apparent strike is just the latest in a string of assaults on merchant vessels by missiles or explosive air and sea drones in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on February 28.U.S.
Titan Clean Fuels and TURN2X Agree e-Methane Supply Deal
Titan Clean Fuels has signed an off-take agreement with green energy supplier TURN2X to deliver e-Methane to the maritime industry from 2028 onwards.Titan operates seven bunker vessels and is able to deliver in around 52 ports today.TURN2X’s modular and load-flexible production plant in Miajadas, Spain, converts renewable energy and biogenic CO₂ into ISCC-certified e-methane. This green fuel is then fed into the grid and transported to major European ports…
Ship Recycling Market Under Strain as Geopolitical Factors Weigh on Economics
The global ship recycling market is moving into a more difficult quarter, with rising costs, rising steel prices, possible slowdown in local steel demand, energy shortages and exchange risks. Even within the Indian sub-continent these parameters can have differing impacts. As of today, Bangladesh and Pakistan hold firmer ground in terms of prices offered for recycling candidates, according to vessel…
Australia Destroys Foreign Fishing Vessels in Crackdown
The Australian Border Force (ABF) is continuing disruption operations across northern waters, with five foreign fishing vessels intercepted and destroyed at sea since the commencement of Operation BROADSTAFF.Two of the five vessels were intercepted on February 20 while fishing illegally near Albany Island.Another vessel was intercepted on March 3 in the Escape River on the Cape York Peninsula, while…
Livestock Still Being Sent to War Zones
Animals are being transported in their thousands to active conflict areas such as Israel, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia.Animal protection organisations have been calling on the European Commission to suspend the voyages, andtwo petitions have now been established.Animals could be exposed to rocket fire and air strikes, mishandled or abandoned by frightened workers while they remain in small, cramped vehicles…
Ammonia, Fertilizer Trade Threatened by Strait of Hormuz Conflict
The trade of global fertilizer and ammonia faces intense pressure due to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic talks between the US and Iran remain uncertain. Rystad Energy’s 2025 trade mapping shows that the sale of 15% of global ammonia and 21% of urea, which is used as a high-nitrogen fertilizer, are tied to exporters potentially impacted by the closure. This includes leading producers Saudi Arabia and Qatar, followed by Kuwait, Bahrain, the UAE, Iran and Iraq.
Vard Marine to Offer Concept Refinement for the U.S. Navy Next Generation Logistics Ship Program
Vard Marine US, Inc., a subsidiary of Vard Group AS - fully owned by Italian Fincantieri Group, has been awarded a contract to participate in the Next Generation Logistics Ship (NGLS) Program. Under this contract, Vard Marine will conduct a market survey and perform concept design and refinement for the new NGLS platform, also referred to as the light replenishment oiler (T-AOL). The award also includes options that can be exercised for functional design planning and special studies.
Damen Signs Contract to Deliver Combi Freighters (CF) 3850 to the Polidano Group
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Polidano for the delivery of two Combi Freighters (CF) 3850. The Malta-based company will use the vessels primarily for the transport of aggregates for its construction business. The new vessels will be named Denise P and Julia P in honor of Polidano family members.Polidano approached Damen due to the reputation of the CF 3850 in the market. The company will use the vessels to replace a single vessel it currently operates…
Marine Group Boat Works to Build Multi-Deck Live Fire Training Simulator for San Diego Harbor Police Department
Marine Group Boat Works, LLC, a boatbuilding and repair company with facilities in San Diego and Los Cabos, has announced it has been awarded a new contract by the San Diego Unified Port District to design, fabricate, and install a multi-deck live fire training simulator in support of the San Diego Harbor Police Department. The advanced simulator will be installed aboard the Port District’s existing LCM-8 troop landing vessel…
Two Chinese Container Ships Pass Through Strait of Hormuz After Second Attempt
Two Chinese container ships sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday on their second attempt to leave the Gulf after turning back on Friday, ship-tracking data showed.The critical waterway has effectively been shut since the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran began on February 28.The vessels sailed in close formation out of the strait and into open waters, data on the MarineTraffic platform showed."Both vessels successfully crossed on a second attempt today, marking the first container vessels to l
Brent Oil Prices See Monthly Rise as Houthi Attacks Widen Gulf Conflict
Oil prices extended gains on Monday, with Brent heading for a record monthly rise, after Yemeni Houthis widened the Iran war by launching their first attacks on Israel.Brent futures rose 66 cents or 0.6% to $113.23 a barrel at 1031 am ET (1431 GMT) after settling 4.2% higher on Friday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures were up $2.2 or 2.2%, at $101.83 after gaining 5.5% in the previous session.Brent has soared by about 58% this month…
Saudi Arabia Reports Two Projectiles Splash in Nearby Waters
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Monday it had received a report of an incident 22 nautical miles northeast of Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura.A company security officer (CSO) of a container vessel reported two unknown projectiles had splashed in proximity of the vessel, each occurring within one hour of each other, UKMTO said, adding all crew members were reported as safe.(Reuters)
ARC Adopts LifeFinder Safety Platform Across Fleet
American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier (ARC) announced it would deploy the LifeFinder safety tech platform under a five-year agreement across its fleet of ten U.S.-flag roll-on/roll-off vessels to strengthen mariner safety and emergency response capabilities. The decision follows a successful year-long pilot installation on board the vessel M/V Patriot. ARC and LifeFinder worked closely to tailor the platform to the specific vessel layout, safety procedures and operational requirements.
Cyprus Officially Recommends ICS International Medical Guide for Seafarers and Fishers
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) announced that Cyprus officially recommended the ICS International Medical Guide for Seafarers and Fishers for use on board vessels under its flag.The Republic of Cyprus Deputy Shipping Ministry has issued a circular to its fleet recommending the comprehensive medical guide, joining an expanding list of leading flag states that recognize the guide's value in protecting seafarer and fisher health and safety.
Steerprop, Aboa Mare Collaborate on Simulator-Based Propulsion Training
Under the agreement, Steerprop will be able to order tailored simulator training from Aboa Mare for its customers. The training programs are designed to support the safe and efficient operation of vessels fitted with Steerprop propulsion equipment across a range of operating conditions and vessel types.The services consist of simulator-based courses organized together with Aboa Mare, focusing on vessel handling…
Japanese Firms Advance Hydrogen-Fueled Engine with Full-Scale Trial
Japan’s Japan Engine Corporation and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have begun hydrogen co-firing operations on a full-scale main engine designed for large commercial vessels, marking a step toward the development of hydrogen-powered shipping.The work forms part of a government-backed project under New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization, with participation from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL)…
MOL, Hitachi to Develop Floating Data Centers from Used Ships
Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Hitachi and Hitachi Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop floating data centers by converting second-hand vessels, aiming to meet growing demand driven by artificial intelligence.Under the agreement, the companies will conduct feasibility studies, including demand verification, technical specifications and operational procedures, with a view to starting operations from 2027 or later.The initiative targets Japan as the primary market…
UK Grants $85M to Develop Port Talbot Floating Wind Hub
The U.K. government has committed up to $85 million (£64 million) to support the development of a floating offshore wind port at Port Talbot in Wales, as part of efforts to expand clean energy capacity.The funding will support Associated British Ports (ABP) in completing design and engineering work required to develop infrastructure for floating offshore wind projects in the Celtic Sea.The project is expected to enable at least 4.5 GW of floating offshore wind capacity…
Oil Rises as Widening Conflict Endangers Red Sea, Hormuz Flows
Oil prices extended gains on Monday, with Brent headed for a record monthly rise, after Yemeni Houthis launched their first attacks on Israel over the weekend, widening the U.S.-Israel war with Iran in the Middle East.Brent crude futures LCOc1 jumped $3.94, or 3.5%, to $116.51 a barrel at 0703 GMT after settling 4.2% higher on Friday.U.S. West Texas Intermediate CLc1 was at $102.14 a barrel, up $1.86…
