Ahead of the 2024 European elections, ECSA launches its policy priorities for the next five years. The four pillars are Climate and energy transition, People-centred green and digital transition, Ship Finance and Competitiveness and Trade. Europe is fa…
European Shipowners’ priorities 2024-2029 Read More »
Sailing speeds of older ships in particular have slowed down considerably, as a result of the latest emission reduction rules. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “the integration of the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (E…
Bulkers Slowing Down to Comply With Emission Rules Read More »
Geopolitical risks are impacting the supplier strategy of many companies globally. While majority (63%) of the companies surveyed by Container xChange in the month of February’24 are looking to diversify their supplier portfolio, 37% are still going to…
China reopens after Chinese New Year, Container rates plateau Read More »
The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and FuelEU Maritime regulations will have far-reaching implications for shipowners, managers, and charterers with vessels trading to, from, or within the bloc. The system is complex and could lead to penalties f…
EU ETS and FuelEU call for proactive risk management Read More »
The Panama Canal, one the world’s largest shipping gateways is plagued by drought issues, adding another factor in the shipping market’s freight rate equation. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “the Panama Canal stands as one of …
Panama Canal Drought Issues Improved, But Not Eradicated Read More »