When the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) introduced S-57 in 1992, it marked a milestone in maritime history. For the first time, the industry had a unified standard for hydrographic data, laying the foundations for Electronic Navigational…
From S57 to S-100: Charting a smarter future for shipping Read More »
China’s coal import policy is shifting and this could impact the dry bulk market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “after setting an all-time high for coal imports in 2024, China appears to be entering a new phase of recalib…
Dry Bulk Market: China’s Coal Imports Could Keep Declining Read More »
As part of a broader cooperation between the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA), the IMO–WISTA Women in Maritime Survey 2024 presents data on the proportion of women working in…
Women in Maritime Survey 2024 offers fresh wake-up call on gender diversity Read More »
The Philippine government sought to introduce a ban on nickel ore exports from 2030 to enhance domestic processing capabilities and advance up the value chain. This decision was rescinded in mid-June, and this insight will look into the effects this wi…
Philippine nickel ore ban reversed, what are the impacts? Read More »
The tanker market has been impacted heavily by the US policies during the first half of 2025. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “almost every year since 2020 has been a rollercoaster ride, and the first six months of 2025 were no…
Tanker Market: US policies Having a Major Impact Read More »