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UAE says ready for another oil capacity boost if markets require

UAE says ready for another oil capacity boost if markets require

The United Arab Emirates could further boost its oil production capacity after 2027 if that is what markets require, its...
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Tototheo Global expands partnership with SES to deliver scalable, high-speed connectivity to maritime customers

Tototheo Global, a leading provider of advanced connectivity and technology solutions for the maritime and enterprise sectors, has announced the...
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Shipowners Association of Nigeria Explores Cooperation with SHIPBID

Shipowners Association of Nigeria Explores Cooperation with SHIPBID

The Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN) led by its President, Dr. Mkgeorge O. Onyung paid a high-value visit to Zhejiang...
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Greek captain and crew commended by IMO for brave acts in Red Sea

Greek captain and crew commended by IMO for brave acts in Red Sea

Captain Flouris Dimitrios and the crew of the tug supply vessel Aigaion Pelagos among those to be recognized for outstanding...
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The Phased Banning of Scrubbers in Northeast Atlantic Waters

The Phased Banning of Scrubbers in Northeast Atlantic Waters

The OSPAR Commission, composed of 15 governments and the European Union, has agreed to a historic phased ban on scrubber...
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Future Fuel Talks: Global surplus trading can sweeten biomethane’s case for shipowners — Hapag-Lloyd

Future Fuel Talks: Global surplus trading can sweeten biomethane’s case for shipowners — Hapag-Lloyd

The IMO’s net-zero framework will allow shipowners to generate surplus units and help them recover biomethane costs beyond cargo owner...
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Dry Bulk Shipping Market: Spotlight on Brazilian Corn Shipments

Dry Bulk Shipping Market: Spotlight on Brazilian Corn Shipments

This week’s Chart Monitor highlights increasing constraints on Brazilian corn exports, even as the country nears its second-largest harvest on...
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Pressure Remains in the Ship Recycling Market

Pressure Remains in the Ship Recycling Market

Pressure has been the main trend in the ship recycling market. In its latest report, Best Oasis, a leading cash...
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Fouling control technologies are even more important for vessel operators following recent IMO MEPC 83 session

Fouling control technologies are even more important for vessel operators following recent IMO MEPC 83 session

Marine industry leaders gathered at Nor-Shipping in June, with a focus on the key challenges and opportunities driving the transition...
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Spike in armed robbery incidents raises concerns for vital Singapore Strait trade route – ICC – Commercial Crime Services

Spike in armed robbery incidents raises concerns for vital Singapore Strait trade route – ICC – Commercial Crime Services

Critical shipping route handling 30% of global trade flows sees surge in armed robbery incidents. The ICC International Maritime Bureau...
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China unveils new steps to aid employment amid trade tensions

China unveils new steps to aid employment amid trade tensions

China unveiled new measures on Wednesday to stabilize employment, including expanded social insurance subsidies, special loans, and targeted support for...
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Trafigura announces strategic alliance with maritime technology provider ZeroNorth

Trafigura announces strategic alliance with maritime technology provider ZeroNorth

Trafigura Group Pte Ltd. (“Trafigura” or the “Company”), a market leader in the global commodities industry, has announced a strategic...
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Proficiency in AI and data analysis will be key for seafarers navigating the maritime industry’s digital shift, warns OneLearn Global

Proficiency in AI and data analysis will be key for seafarers navigating the maritime industry’s digital shift, warns OneLearn Global

The maritime industry’s digital transformation is driving a growing need for seafarers to develop skills in data literacy and AI...
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IMO Secretary-General urges “constructive dialogue” amid renewed Red Sea attacks

IMO Secretary-General urges “constructive dialogue” amid renewed Red Sea attacks

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called for intensified diplomatic efforts following a renewed wave of attacks on merchant ships in...
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Global trade grew $300 billion in the first half of 2025, led by US imports and EU exports

Global trade grew $300 billion in the first half of 2025, led by US imports and EU exports

But persistent policy uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and signs of slowing global growth pose risks for trade in the second half...
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Greek tanker fleet steps up ship inspections near Russian ports after mysterious blasts

Greek tanker fleet steps up ship inspections near Russian ports after mysterious blasts

Greek shipping companies calling at Russian ports are boosting their vessels’ defences after a series of mysterious blasts in recent...
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Newbuilding Activity Takes a Breather During 2025

Newbuilding Activity Takes a Breather During 2025

Newbuilding contracting activity has taken a step back so far in 2025, especially when compared to the past couple of...
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China drives 6% drop in global coal shipments

“During the first half of 2025, global coal shipments fell 6% y/y amid weak import demand in large markets. Cargo...
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Tariffs and trade tensions dominate global shipping in first half of 2025

Tariffs and trade tensions dominate global shipping in first half of 2025

New US tariffs and escalating global trade tensions have reshaped vessel markets in the first half of 2025, curbing investment...
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India aims to import about 10% of its cooking gas from US from 2026, say sources

India plans to source about 10% of its cooking gas imports from the U.S. beginning in 2026 as part of...
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