As the Strait of Hormuz enters its eleventh week of effective closure with hundreds of vessels at anchor and roughly one-fifth of the world’s seaborne oil trade at a standstill, a recurring question asked by industry leaders globally is: does thi…
Force Majeure in the Age of Geopolitical Shock and Energy Security Read More »
In February 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a major decision that caught the attention of shipowners, bunker suppliers, charterers, and maritime lawyers around the world. The case – Three Fifty Markets, Ltd. v. M/V ARGOS M,…
Fuel for Thought: How Three Fifty Markets Secured Its Maritime Lien Read More »
The demand for “thrusters” on recreational and commercial vessels has increased rapidly in recent years, providing vessels with enhanced capabilities.Increasing a vessel’s manoeuvrability, making its steering more precise, to accurately control course …
Tech Focus: Thrusters Aid the Advance of Autonomous Nav Systems Read More »
As a vessel construction manager with extended building experience in both the U.S. and South Korea, more than several opportunities have landed on our desks as Private Equity and Venture Capital analyze tanker tonnage and construction in the domestic …
Rescued by the Welder’s Whip and Anchored by the Painter’s Spray Gun Read More »
Today’s headlines bring constant news of international shipping hubs across the global supply chain experiencing major volatility and disruption – from Iran sending shockwaves through global energy markets by forcefully obstructing vessel traffic in th…
American Waterways, Global Volatility: Making the Right Policy Choices Read More »