Signatory States of the Djibouti Code of Conduct/Jeddah Amendment have agreed to set up a Combined DCoC Task Force, to protect shipping from the resurgence of piracy in the Western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden. The task force will provide a practical …
Dry bulk shipping is entering another phase of structural evolution. While coal’s long-term decline is inevitable, the material intensity of electrification and deployment of renewable energy are creating new trade flows, particularly in lithium-bearin…
From coal to critical minerals: How the energy transition is reshaping dry bulk trade Read More »
Rise in off-spec sulphur claims Recent claims experience indicates that bunker quality continues to pose a significant operational risk for shipowners. In our earlier review of bunker-related claims during the first five months of 2026, we highlighted …
Sulphur-related bunker claims on the rise amid increased China MSA enforcement Read More »
Shifting trade patterns, geopolitical disruptions, and longer voyages have led to sustained tonne-mile growth in the tanker market, driving a surge in freight rates. With the global fleet ageing and the need for higher energy-efficient ships increasing…
Bullish outlook for tanker market amid global uncertainties Read More »
The future of maritime safety will not be determined by a choice between people and technology but will instead depend on how effectively the industry combines them, according to a senior ClassNK executive. Capt. Naoki Saito, General Manager and Head o…
ClassNK offers human perspective on the future of maritime safety Read More »