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Splash247
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has set a new record for market share in the container shipping industry, reaching 21.5% of global capacity in May, as reported by Splash247. This milestone surpasses the previous high of 19.3% held by Maersk, according to Alphaliner data.
Seatrade Maritime
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing significant shifts in oil market dynamics, with the tanker market beginning to stabilize, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a key factor influencing these changes.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Liberia has become the first ship registry to surpass a fleet size of 300 million gross tons, marking a significant milestone in its growth. This achievement underscores Liberia's position as the world's largest ship registry.
Splash247
Splash247 reports on the launch of SplashTech magazine, a new premium publication focused on the technologies transforming global shipping. The magazine aims to be an essential annual guide for shipowners and operators navigating the digital changes in maritime trade.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the International Maritime Organization's Secretary-General has stated that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz is currently not possible due to ongoing conflicts. Despite the risks, there is a small but increasing number of vessels transiting the strait, putting seafarers in danger.
gCaptain
A ro-ro cargo vessel was launched at a riverside shipyard in Wuhan last weekend, marking a significant development in the Atlantic supply chain, as reported by gCaptain. The collaboration between a French shipowner and a Chinese shipyard highlights the growing maritime ties between the two nations.
gCaptain
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has revised its 2026 global oil demand forecast, suggesting that weaker consumption could mitigate oil price spikes despite ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is calling for the protection of seafarer rights and a ceasefire in the Middle East as the conflict reaches its 100-day mark. The union emphasizes that war should not be used as an excuse to undermine worker protections.
gCaptain
An autonomous surface vessel built by Saronic and operated by the U.S. Navy successfully rescued two U.S. Army aviators after their AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed off the coast of Oman, as reported by gCaptain. This event marks a significant operational milestone for the billion-dollar USV builder.
gCaptain
The head of the International Maritime Organization has issued a strong warning about the safety of the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting that the waterway remains perilous despite claims of increased traffic, as reported by gCaptain. The IMO's concerns emphasize the ongoing risks faced by vessels navigating this critical maritime passage.
