Newbuilding ordering activity has started ramping up higher over the past week, as more owners dipped their toes on the market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in the container sector, Greek company Euroseas Ltd placed…
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Earlier this year, it was revealed that more than 1,000 maritime vessels are now operating with batteries on board, providing either all-electric or hybrid propulsion. This is a significant milestone in the maritime industry’s journey towards decarboni…
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Repair yard days for Capesize ships are climbing again in 2025, this time driven by a wave of retrofits due to EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime regulations. With vessels heading into yards for upgrades ranging from various decarbonisation retrofits such as P…
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Geopolitical realities can often play a major role in reshaping trade routes. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “China is set to mark a milestone this September with the launch of its first liner-type container service betwee…
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The recent discussion and possibilities of revitalising the US shipbuilding industry amid the USTR proposition raise several questions, especially about the feasibility of building an LNG carrier in the US. A mandate under USTR requires 1% of US LNG to…
US-made LNGCs—a mere dream or a possible future shift? Read More »