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The miraculous fleet established by Greek shipowners since the early 20th century is fundamentally based on deeply rooted rules. One of the creators of these rules was John M. Carras, the founder of the Carras (Hellenic) fleet. The creators of the Greek maritime trade miracle were the Greek shipowners. In 1916, these …
Conflicts in the Middle East and security issues in the Strait of Hormuz have altered the dynamics of the global marine fuel market. In addition to rising bunker prices, the timely availability of fuel at desired ports has become one of the top priorities for shipowners. In the international maritime sector, the suppl…
CMA CGM, Nike, and Gemadept have announced a new transportation solution that combines a battery-powered barge, charging infrastructure, and renewable electricity in Vietnam. According to CMA CGM's statement dated October 29, the route connects the Nike cargo delivery point in Ho Chi Minh City with the Gemalink deep-w…
The Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), composed of 40 member states, will convene in London from November 2 to 6. According to the organization's announcement, the 138th session will commence on Monday, November 2, at 09:30 local time. A prominent agenda item concerning maritime transport is the…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that they decided to work together on the Black Sea grain corridor following his meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Istanbul on October 31. The statement was published on the official website of the Ukrainian presidency. Zelensky indicated that a significant…
The Indian Ocean Maritime Security Centre (MSCIO) announced that the Iranian fishing vessel Azini was hijacked by armed pirates on October 29 off the northeastern coast of Somalia. In the warning numbered 161/26 dated October 31, it was stated that the security situation of the crew is unknown. In the Centre's update,…
The M/T Listraum, constructed at the İÇDAŞ Shipyard, has been delivered to Utkilen Shipping AS. The Norwegian shipowner announced that the delivery took place on October 22. The development regarding the second tanker in the four-vessel newbuilding program was reported by Denizhaber.net on November 2. According to Utk…
The expansion investment of Autoport Port in the Izmit Gulf is currently on the agenda of international financial institutions. A project record from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), dated October 28, indicates the provision of a loan of up to $30 million to Autoport Port Operations Inc. Ad…
The Russian Ministry of Transport has opened a draft law to public consultation that aims to limit the entry of older vessels into the country's ports. The ministry's announcement on October 30 was reported by PortNews on November 1. The draft provides for a transitional period based on the validity of the classificat…
Applications for Port Exit Certificates for maritime vessels not subject to regulations can be made through cooperatives via the Port Management Information System. The letter from the General Directorate of Maritime Affairs, dated October 28, and the accompanying guidelines specify the conditions of the new applicati…
According to navigation announcement number 779 published in the VTMIS system of the Bulgarian State Port Infrastructure Operator, four containers were observed on November 1 at 08:55 UTC. The warning covers the maritime area east of Burgas Bay. In two separate announcements published on the same day, another containe…
The 2026 China Marine Economy Expo at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center features a venue illuminated in deep ocean blue. Under the theme 'Digital and Smart Ocean: Co-creating a Sustainable Future,' the expo spans 50,000 square meters and hosts more than 350 enterprises. Organizers expect 25,000 profess…
Foshan's Shunde Rongqi Port Container Terminal will cease operations on 1 December 2026 as part of a strategic restructuring. Opened in 1987 as Shunde's first container terminal, the facility has played a significant role in the district's foreign trade for nearly 40 years. However, operational challenges and shifting…
Mediterranean Shipping Company, Pacific International Lines, and Evergreen Marine Corporation have each announced new route launches or port call optimizations targeting Southeast Asian trade lanes, with services spanning China to Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam. The adjustments reflect sustained regional …
The drone attacks in the Black Sea, the congestion in tanker supply, and the increasing demand in global maritime transportation are keeping the costs of transporting Russian oil to India at record levels. The freight rate for Suezmax tankers has reached $30 million for a single voyage, while the transportation cost p…
Sanmar Shipyards has delivered its fifth tugboat as part of a 23-year collaboration with VTC S.A., one of Bulgaria's major port operators. According to a statement made by Sanmar on October 30, 2026, the tugboat named KASTRITSI will operate at the Port of Varna on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast under its new ownership. Ba…
The French Ministry of Defense's General Directorate of Armament (DGA) has awarded a contract to Piriou Shipyard for the construction of 16 new generation RP30NG type tugboats to renew the French Navy's port support fleet. As announced on October 29, 2026, it has been confirmed that the first four tugboats will be bui…
International strikes and protests have begun, covering 113 ports in 22 countries worldwide. Actions organized against arms shipments and the loss of seafarers' lives in war zones have disrupted cargo operations and ferry services in many countries, particularly Greece. Global maritime trade faced a significant challe…
A Panama-flagged oil tanker named LOUISE 1 experienced a serious security incident in the Strait of Hormuz due to the explosion of two explosives placed on its hull. The tanker, which caught fire in the engine room, temporarily lost its maneuverability. It was reported that the crew is safe and the vessel has resumed …
TUZLA, TÜRKİYE — Sanmar Shipyards has delivered a new harbour tug to long-standing Bulgarian partner VTC S.A., marking the fifth tugboat delivered to the operator since the two companies began working together in 2003.Renamed KASTRITSI by her new owners, the tug will join VTC’s fleet in the Black Sea port of Varna, wh…
The CONTSHIP JET, struck by three maritime drones off the coast of Bulgaria, sank with 421 containers on board. 18 seafarers were rescued, and an investigation has been initiated regarding 20 containers that fell into the sea. The Liberian-flagged CONTSHIP JET container ship, which became the latest target of attacks …
Tan Cang - Cai Mep International Terminal (TCIT) welcomed Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp.'s container ship YM Wayfinder on its first-ever call at the terminal on October 23. The arrival adds a new-generation, lower-emission vessel to the services connecting Vietnam with major markets in Asia and North America. The YM…
The current suspension period for U.S. port charges targeting certain China-related vessels is nearing expiration, and the U.S. side has proposed another short-term extension. A document published in the Federal Register on October 26 shows that the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed …
According to industry media, Emirates Shipping Line plans to launch a new container service connecting China and the Red Sea region in November this year, named China Red Sea Connector (CRC). If launched as scheduled, the service will add a direct sea freight link between China and Red Sea coastal markets and provide …
Turkey has warned Russia and Ukraine about the increasing attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea involving unmanned maritime vehicles and missile strikes. National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler stated that Turkey reserves all legal rights in the face of attacks on Turkish-flagged vessels and those operated by T…
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has approved the license application for the $8.2 billion ST LNG deepwater port project planned to be built off the Texas coast. The facility, which will have an annual production and export capacity of 8.4 million tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG), is expected to begin const…
Another attack on commercial vessels in the Black Sea has occurred. The container ship named CONTSHIP JET, operated by the Greek company Contships Management and flying the Liberian flag, was attacked by three unmanned surface vessels (USVs) off the coast of Bulgaria on October 28, 2026. The 18-member crew, who suffer…
Evergreen Marine has recently announced a new round of Southeast Asia network optimization, involving adjustments to the port call structure of its Qingdao-origin KTP Thailand-Vietnam service and the launch of the new NCX Singapore-Malaysia service connecting Qingdao, Singapore, and Westport in Port Klang, Malaysia. T…
ZIM recently announced an upward revision to its full-year 2026 earnings guidance. The company stated that the adjustment mainly reflects continued strong market demand and favorable freight rate trends, representing its latest assessment of full-year operating performance. According to the announcement, ZIM now expec…