Major developments in the container ship newbuilding market this week. Maersk has now selected Chinas New Times Shipbuilding (NTS) to build up to 12 LNG dual-fuel mainline container vessels, in a deal valued at approximately USD 2.3 billion

A new Hong Kong shipowner is taking a bold step into the liquid cargo sector. Xinde Marine News has learned that EGPN Bulk Carrier Co., Ltd., headquartered in Hong Kong, has signed a contract with Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. (DSIC) for

A new Hong Kong shipowner is taking a bold step into the liquid cargo sector. Xinde Marine News has learned that EGPN Bulk Carrier Co., Ltd., headquartered in Hong Kong, has signed a contract with Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. (DSIC) for

First international marine mutual to establish representative presence in mainland China with expanded operational capabilities The London PI Club today announced the opening of its new Representative Office in Shanghai, located in the city

On Monday evening, November 3rd, the Dutch national awards for maritime innovations were presented. The winners were honoured for their innovative, and striking contributions to the sector. Out of 15 nominees, a professional jury selected f

IBIA The International Bunker Industry Association and the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) have entered into a reciprocal membership agreement to reinforce collaboration between the dry bulk shipping and marin

The VLCC newbuilding market is heating up again as the fourth quarter unfolds, with major shipowners rushing to secure yard slots amid surging tanker earnings and tightening green compliance rules. In Asia, HMM has confirmed new orders for

The project and breakbulk shipping market has remained resilient in recent years, creating new momentum for investment in the multi-purpose vessel (MPP) sector. Taizhou Nuode Shipping Co., Ltd., a fast-rising Chinese shipping investor, is s

On October 30, 2025, COSCO SHIPPING Holdings Co., Ltd. (COSCO SHIPPING Holdings, SSE: 601919; HKEX: 1919) released its third-quarter report for 2025. Despite a complex external environment and intensified freight rate fluctuations, the comp

Following the October 27 signing ceremony with Greek shipowner EFNAV for six 82,000-DWT bulk carriers, Hengli HI announced on October 30 that the company has signed several new contracts two VLCCs and three 4,600-TEU，two 2,700-TEU contain

29 October 2025 London Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has launched a Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) under its SIRE 2.0 tanker inspection programme aimed at reinforcing maritime security readiness across the global tanke

The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) is marking its 45th anniversary in 2025 with record membership, expanded global reach and a renewed focus on the industrys future priorities. The Association now counts more

China, 28 October 2025 Pacific International Lines (PIL) today marked a major milestone in its green fleet transformation with the naming of Kota Orkid, the fourth in its series of 8,200 TEU LNG dual-fuel O Class container vessels. The vess

China, 28 October 2025 Pacific International Lines (PIL) today marked a major milestone in its green fleet transformation with the naming of Kota Orkid, the fourth in its series of 8,200 TEU LNG dual-fuel O Class container vessels. The vess

Leading integrated maritime, logistics, leisure and offshore services platform, Columbia Group confirms commitment to Chinese market by entering into a strategic partnership with Zhejiang Seaport Group. On October 20, Zhejiang Seaport Group