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Inmarsat Maritime Renews London International Shipping Week Lead Sponsor Role As Global Event Returns For LISW27
London International Shipping Week is delighted to announce that LISW27 will be “Brought to You By” Inmarsat Maritime, reinforcing the...
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Open Letter to President Ursula von der Leyen: Europe’s transport system is unprepared — and workers are paying the price
countries for connectivity and freight transport, energy vulnerability, and infrastructure deficits. Without structural reform, each crisis will deepen these weaknesses....
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Wah Kwong NatPower and Wuxing Ruituo Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Develop Zero-Carbon Inland Waterway Shipping Routes
As the global maritime industry accelerates its push towards decarbonisation, inland waterways are emerging as one of the highest-impact arenas...
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The Truth in Turbulence: Why Unbiased Data Matters in Volatile Shipping Markets
In 2008, shipping entered unparalleled territory as soaring Chinese demand drove a newbuild demand spike. VLCC valuations skyrocketed to levels...
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Xeneta Weekly Ocean Container Shipping Market: Rates Up 30% Over the Past Month
Xeneta analyst insight Peter Sand, Xeneta Chief Analyst: “Five weeks into the Strait of Hormuz closure and spot rates on...
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Growing Houthi risk could amplify inefficiencies across tanker trade flows
Escalating Houthi attacks against Israeli targets signal potential maritime sabotage ahead, threatening to reshape global tanker trade flows and introduce...
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Market upheaval drives reversal in Singapore-Rotterdam LNG bunker spread
LNG bunker fuel prices in Singapore held a premium to Rotterdam on March 31, underscoring a sharp reversal from the...
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World Fuel Services and West Coast Clean Fuels Establish Proven Methanol Bunkering Capability Available Across U.S. Ports
World Fuel Services, in collaboration with West Coast Clean Fuels, has established a proven methanol bunkering capability available to vessel...
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China consolidates iron ore demand to challenge BHP, reshape pricing
China has moved in earnest to secure leadership in the global iron ore market. In this market worth about $190...
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Gulf ceasefire ‘fundamental’ to global shipping: FM spokeswoman
A ceasefire, as well as peace and stability, in the Gulf region are the fundamental prerequisites for keeping the international...
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Columbia Group CEO questions whether shipping is heading for a wider crewing shortage
Mark O’Neil, CEO of Columbia Group, has questioned whether the shipping industry is heading for a wider crewing shortage as...
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Drewry: World Container Index Unchanged
Drewry’s World Container Index was unchanged at $2,287 per 40ft container this week. The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) remained...
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BlackRock Buys 5% Stakes of Samsung Heavy Industries
Global asset manager BlackRock has become a major shareholder in Samsung Heavy Industries by raising its stake above 5%. Although...
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Scorpio Tankers Inc. Announces Strategic Collaboration with AMPERA, Inc. to Develop & Commercialize Micronuclear Solutions for Global Marine and Shipping Markets
Scorpio Tankers Inc. announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with AMPERA, Inc. (“AMPERA”) to jointly develop and...
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Guinea’s Simandou to become largest driver of seaborne iron ore supply growth, Wood Mackenzie says
The emergence of Guinea’s Simandou as a large-scale, high-grade iron ore supplier signifies a significant change in the global seaborne...
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US supply chains intact but fuel costs rise amid Middle East tensions
Bunker fuel used by container vessels has doubled over the past three weeks, increasing costs across supply chains. There is...
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Crude exports to Japan, South Korea & Taiwan fall 50% y-o-y
Crude/condensates exports pointed toward Japan, South Korea and Taiwan are down ~50% y-o-y in March (days 1-29), to just 3.1mbd,...
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Kalyan cyclist’s death sparks outrage, raises road safety concerns
The death of Kalyan-based businessman and cycling enthusiast Shrinivas Tandle, who was allegedly hit by a speeding car driven by...
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Iran endgame, fuel shock, Strait of Hormuz tensions & more: Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s address
US President Donald Trump on Thursday shared fresh updates on the Iran conflict, saying Operation Epic Fury is “nearing completion”...
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NYK Bulkship Partners Sets Sail
With the aim of further strengthening the competitiveness of the NYK Group’s dry bulk business, NYK Bulkship Partners Co., Ltd....
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