Tag: Shipping

US to Guide Neutral Ships Through Strait of Hormuz

Bloomberg reported on May 3, 2026, that President Donald Trump said the United States will begin guiding some neutral ships…

Signals and Questions Around Maritime Automation Opportunities

Ports Europe has spotlighted “Emerging opportunities for maritime automation.” This article examines the theme the title evokes, outlining potential benefits,…

MOL Pauses Hormuz Transits Pending Japanese Safety Guidance

Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines says it will refrain from sending additional vessels through the Strait of Hormuz until it receives…

Beijing: Three Chinese Ships Transited Hormuz Strait

China’s Foreign Ministry reported a recent transit after coordination with relevant parties and urged peace and stability, emphasizing messaging around…

Brittany Ferries launches hybrid Saint-Malo on Bilbao route

The company has introduced a hybrid vessel, Saint-Malo, to serve the Bilbao route, marking a step toward lower-emission ferry operations.…

IAPH Criticizes Delay on IMO Net Zero Framework Decision

Ports association warns that MEPC’s extraordinary session postponement stalls adoption of a uniform framework for fuels and pricing, risking fragmented…

Energy Storage and New Fuels Converge Aboard Vessels

Pairing energy storage with new fuels is presented as delivering clear fuel savings and additional advantages, signaling an emerging generation…

Lashers’ Strike Triggers Backlog at Port of Rotterdam

A work stoppage by ship lashers has disrupted vessel flows and port turnaround, creating operational bottlenecks at Rotterdam, according to…