Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced the completion of a large-scale renovation of the Technical Research Center in Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa Prefecture, transforming it into a futuristic facility that seamlessly...

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The first half of 2025 marked a turning point for the car carrier market, with rates and values continuing to normalize after several years of exceptional highs. While conditions are not yet fully aligned with historical averages, the trajectory suggests a soft...

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Three recent bulk carrier projects show how LR’s approach keeps wind conversions on schedule and in compliance – and how early planning ensures ship operators aren’t left in a spin over rotor sail installations. Wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS) are gaining...

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In 2025, Indonesia’s role as a key supplier of Supramax and Panamax coal cargoes is under pressure due to shifting energy trends in Asia. China and India, the two largest buyers of Indonesian coal, are reducing their reliance on coal-fired power by increasing domestic...

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A major trend in the global energy landscape today is the ongoing recalibration of supply chains, driven by shifting geopolitical dynamics. Nations are increasingly recognizing that energy security extends beyond basic supply and demand; it is intrinsically linked to...

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made it clear that the resilient U.S. labor market is currently the primary determinant of monetary policy, a signal that strong July employment figures could snuff out all bets for a September rate cut and reduce the likelihood of...

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