Latest maritime news from around the world
The path to net zero in shipping is no longer a question of technology — it’s a question of fuel. And right now, the industry is stuck in a loop where supply and demand for green fuels are waiting on each other.
As the cruise sector moves from climate targets to real-world execution, Estonia is stepping forward with a hands-on model for decarbonization—focused not just on ambition, but on delivery.At Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, the country is showcasing an integrated approach that connects funding…
India’s shipbuilding sector is taking a decisive step into future fuels. A major order for ammonia-capable bulk carriers signals growing confidence in both domestic yards and next-generation propulsion.
Ports have long been built to resist the sea. But a new approach is emerging—one that works with the ocean instead of against it, reshaping how maritime infrastructure is designed and deployed.
Shipping has invested heavily in digital tools—but smarter decisions haven’t always followed. A new industry report suggests the problem isn’t lack of data, but how it’s connected and used.
The UK is accelerating its carbon capture and storage (CCS) ambitions, with strong industry participation in its latest offshore licensing round. For maritime and offshore stakeholders, this signals a growing pipeline of subsea infrastructure, new vessel demand, and long-term energy transition…
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has floated out what it describes as the world’s first hydrogen-fueled cruise ship, Viking Libra, at its Ancona yard. The vessel, ordered by Viking, is scheduled for delivery in late 2026 and marks a notable shift in propulsion strategy for passenger…
Shipbuilder Damen and defence specialist FN Herstal are strengthening cooperation in the naval defence sector.A new agreement aims to combine shipbuilding platforms with advanced weapons and security technologies to support future naval operations in Europe and within NATO.
Shore power is meant to be one of the fastest ways to cut emissions in port. But in the UK, rising electricity costs and policy design are now threatening the business case — even where the infrastructure is already built. For ship operators planning port calls, and for ports investing in…
Autonomous shipping has just crossed another operational milestone.A 300 TEU electric feeder in China has completed its first fully autonomous docking and cargo-handling cycle—bringing unmanned vessel operations one step closer to routine port reality.
Strategic Expansion in Brazil’s Offshore Market Offshore support vessel (OSV) leader Tidewater Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Wilson Sons Ultratug Offshore in a transaction valued at approximately $500 million. The acquisition significantly strengthens Tidewater’s footprint in…
AI Meets Port State Control ComplianceA new maritime intelligence solution, DetentionTrackr, has officially launched, introducing AI-driven analytics to global Port State Control (PSC) detention data. The platform aggregates detention records from multiple PSC regimes worldwide and converts them…