Stay informed with real-time maritime industry updates
Splash247
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a share purchase agreement to acquire a 30% stake in Hutchison Laemchabang Terminal Limited in Thailand, as reported by Splash247. This investment is part of ONE's strategy to expand its ports network.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports a significant reduction in GPS and AIS interference in the Gulf region, attributed to Iran permitting selected vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz. This development marks an improvement in maritime security and navigation in the area.
Seatrade Maritime
Ocean Network Express is expanding its port operations by acquiring a 30% stake in Hutchison terminals, the largest terminal operator at Laem Chabang, Thailand's biggest port, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
gCaptain
The Trump administration is planning to permit a Russian oil tanker to dock in Cuba, aiming to alleviate an ongoing energy crisis, as reported by gCaptain. This decision marks a significant shift in policy amidst geopolitical tensions.
Splash247
Greek owner Panos Laskaridis is expanding his crude tanker fleet by contracting a 157,000 dwt suezmax newbuilding at DH Shipbuilding in South Korea, with delivery expected in the second quarter of 2029, as reported by Splash247.
Splash247
Athens-based Erasmus Shipinvest Group has contracted up to eight kamsarmax bulk carriers at Jiangsu New Hantong Ship Heavy Industry, as reported by Splash247. This move marks a shift from the company's traditional reliance on Japanese shipyards.
Splash247
Schoeller Holdings has ordered two multipurpose heavylift vessels at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding in China, as reported by Splash247. The 32,000 dwt ships are set for delivery in 2029, continuing Schoeller's long-standing relationship with the Guangzhou-based shipyard.
gCaptain
Russia's Ust-Luga port has sustained new damage following a drone attack by Ukraine, marking an escalation in strikes on Russian oil export infrastructure, as reported by Bloomberg News via gCaptain. The attack highlights the ongoing tensions and strategic targeting of critical infrastructure in the region.
gCaptain
Two liquefied petroleum gas tankers bound for India have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, carrying approximately 94,000 metric tons of LPG, as reported by gCaptain. The tankers are now continuing their journey towards India.
Splash247
Ronald Spithout, managing director of OneHealth by VIKAND, highlights the issue of 'fleet blindness' in maritime operations, as reported by Splash247. Despite advanced systems monitoring various operational aspects, the industry often neglects crew experience data.
