Stephen Bond and Loulla Mourouris Bond Maritime training pioneer Stephen Bond, the original founder of Videotel, has returned to the global shipping industry. Videotel, which became one of the most well-known and respected names in maritime

In the latest Alphaliner market report, a noteworthy trend has emerged in the container shipping and shipbuilding industries: the increasing use of wind deflectors on newly delivered vessels. Were seeing this feature on vessels like the MSC

Guangzhou Shipping Exchange has successfully concluded the auction of five 82,000 DWT bulk carriers built in 20172018, with 100% of the vessels sold and all fetching prices above reserve levels. Final Results: Shandong Fu Yuan: $25.08m Shan

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has delivered strong half-year results in 2025, despite the ongoing uncertainties in global trade. The company achieved impressive revenue growth, with 48.76 billion USD in revenue, a 4.9% year-on-year

The Future of the Advanced Measurement Industry: A Vision of Precision, Safety, and Reliability As industries worldwide advance, the demand for precise and reliable measurement solutions becomes ever more critical. Advanced transmitters, li

On August 18, China CSSC Holdings (600150.SH) announced that its shares will resume trading on August 19, following the completion of its landmark merger with China Shipbuilding Industry Company (CSIC, 601989.SH). The merger process include

Egil Husby OrbitMI, a leading provider of maritime SaaS software, today announced the appointment of Egil Husby to its Board of Directors. A seasoned shipping strategist and risk management professional, Husby brings more than two decades o

The conversion package for the 51/60R-DF-M on the Everllence test bench in Augsburg. (Photo: Stefan Hobmaier) MEYER RE has established a strategic partnership with Everllence to advance methanol retrofit solutions in the maritime industry.

Xeneta AS announces the acquisition of fellow maritime and supply chain data company eeSea, furthering customers ability to evaluate and optimize containerized freight. Gaining visibility into freight rates, managing contracts and suppliers

Setting the Record Straight on Asian Ship Management with High Standards, Rapid Progress and a Coming Disruption By Demetris Chrysostomou, CEO of Columbia Group Asia Region There is a persistent narrative that suggests a growing divide betw

On August 15, Sitc International Holdings Co Ltd (HKEX: 1308) announced its financial results for the first half of 2025 and the performance was nothing short of remarkable. All key indicators surged: Revenue rose 28% YoY to USD 1.66 billio

Seaspan, the worlds largest independent container ship owner, has made a significant move in the global shipping market by placing an order for 12 new 9,000 TEU container ships 15th Aug. These vessels will be built at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipya

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Landmark Contract Customized Vessels​ China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) and ​Seaspan Corporation​ (the largest tonnage provider in the world ) signed a contract on ​August 15, 2025, for the construction of12* 9,000 TEU con

On August 15, the OOCL Kapok was officially named at Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd., marking a historic moment for the China PI Club (CPI). With the entry of this vessel into the Clubs protection and indemnity cover, CPIs tota