Mediterranean Sea temperatures surged in June in a marine heatwave, with a Greek scientist warning some species are under threat in what has likely been a record period. The EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service said Copernicus Marine Service data showed sea surface...
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is taking action to ensure that ships worldwide are safely managed and operated, with a renewed focus on seafarer issues such as work and rest hours, fatigue, and violence and harassment, including sexual harassment,...
Clarksons Research have today released their mid-year review of shipping markets. With shipping often at the “frontline” of uncertain geo-political dynamics, understanding underlying market trends has often been “tricky”. Our cross-market day rate tracker the ClarkSea...
With the Hong Kong Convention entering into force, the global ship recycling industry is officially entering a new era. In its latest weekly report, a leading cash buyer of ships said that “June 26, 2025, marks a key regulatory moment in the ship recycling landscape,...
“During the first half of 2025, US seaborne grain shipments increased 9% y/y, driven by stronger maize exports. While an increase in import tariffs led to a 57% y/y drop in volumes to China, the US has been able to find alternative markets for most of its cargoes,”...
Inmarsat Maritime’s fully managed service has found ready audience among shipping companies seeking power of multiple networks with convenience of single provider. Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has announced that orders for NexusWave have exceeded...