T.S. Lines Ltd. is once again strengthening its strategic partnership with CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding, signing contracts for four 5,300 TEU Swan Series containerships, part of a broader plan that could see up to 10 newbuildings mate

In a move that highlights the growing collaboration between global ship management leaders and Chinas maritime finance sector, Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM) Singapore has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Zhejiang Se

Marcura , a leading maritime technology provider, has acquired Brightwell Navigator , the maritime crew payroll and payment services division of Brightwell, an Atlanta-based financial technology company. The transaction expands Marcuras foo

Sallaum Lines proudly announces the successful early delivery of the MV Ocean Breeze, a next-generation LNG dual-fuel Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) built by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding in China. The vessel was delivered on July 18, an imp

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding delivered a solid performance in the first half of 2025, despite global market challenges: Revenue: RMB 12.88 billion Net Profit: RMB 4.18 billion, up 36.7% YoY Gross Profit Margin: 34.5%, driven by lower steel cost

A two-year Coalition partnership to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in the dry bulk segment has been signed by the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO).

German shipowner Elbdeich Reederei has placed an order for two 5,100 TEU containerships at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding, marking a significant step forward for the Chinese shipbuilders independently developed Honghu Series mid-size co

On July 25, 2025, the newly built BEIJING MAERSK was officially named and delivered at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan, South Korea. This 17,480 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessel is the second in Maersks six-ship Equinox Mk-II series, reaf

Pacific International Lines (PIL), Singapores home-grown shipping line, proudly celebrates the nations 60th year of independence with the first SG60 Container Ship and specially designed containers sponsored for this years National Day Para

A new Chinese player has entered the global liner shipping market. Backed by Chinas Fortune Global 500 enterprise Xiamen CD Group, Greta Shipping is now livewith headquarters in Singapore and a strategic focus on emerging regional markets.

As demand for modern feeder containerships continues to surge, SITC International has announced the order of four 2,700 TEU container vessels from Huanghai Shipbuilding, with a total contract value of up to $152.7 million. Each vessel is pr

On August 4, two major Chinese listed shipbuilding companiesChina CSSC Holdings Limited (China State Shipbuilding, 600150) and China Shipbuilding Industry Company Limited (CSIC, 601989)announced the final steps in a landmark merger that wil

NJTC (NANJING Tanker Corporation) has successfully launched its first-ever voyage from Manzanillo Port, Mexico, aboard the Yongsheng vessel. This marks a significant milestone in the companys global expansion, further enhancing its refined

Amid tightening environmental regulations, the feeder containership market is witnessing a significant surge in investmentbut notably, shipowners are remaining cautious regarding alternative fuels. According to the latest Clarkson Research

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