Hong Kong’s shipping industry is grappling with a talent shortage, raising concerns for one of the world’s busiest ports. In 2024, the number of people working in the shipping industry dropped by about 5 per cent from 2020. Companies that rely on skilled workers to...

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Osama Rabie, Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, announced the beginning of a new phase with the return of container ships from major shipping lines to the Suez Canal. On this occasion, two massive container vessels crossed the canal: CMA CGM JACQUES SAADE, one of...

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Asia’s spot differential for 380-cst high sulphur fuel oil (HSFO) rose slightly on Friday, while that for very low sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO) and 180-cst HSFO slid. Singapore 380-cst HSFO differential was pegged at a discount of $1.60 a metric ton. With lowered bids and...

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The maritime industry is at the beginning of a major trans- formation. Driven by a continuously evolving regulatory environment, intensifying commercial pressure, and a gen- eral global shift towards reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the transition to net zero...

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The Black Sea has become increasingly treacherous for Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers. Following a wave of Ukrainian maritime drone strikes in late November and December, vessels transporting Russian crude have abandoned their traditional direct routes across...

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The outlook for MPV shipping for 2026 is cautiously optimistic, supported by steady project cargo demand despite geopolitical and economic uncertainties. Project Carrier rates are expected to rise gradually after a flat 2H25, while General Cargo rates will likely...

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