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gCaptain
accidents June 13, 2026

Ukrainian Drone Attack Causes Fire at Russian Port

A Ukrainian drone strike resulted in one fatality and ignited a fire at a sea terminal in the Russian port of Temryuk, located in the Krasnodar region, as reported by gCaptain. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and security concerns in the area.

Temryuk (RU)
gCaptain
accidents June 12, 2026

Fortescue Updates Fleet Procedures After FMG Nicola Incident

Fortescue's shipping division has revised its fleetwide engine management protocols following an incident where the bulk carrier FMG Nicola lost propulsion while departing Port Hedland, as reported by Splash247. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau's final report highlighted an unexpected main engine shutdown during the vessel's departure from Australia's busiest iron ore export port.

FMG Nicola (bulk) Port Hedland (AU)
Splash247
gCaptain
operations June 11, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard Assigns Homeports for Arctic Security Cutters

The U.S. Coast Guard has designated Kodiak, Alaska, as the homeport for its first two Arctic Security Cutters, with a third cutter to be stationed in Seward once infrastructure is ready, as reported by gCaptain. This decision marks a significant development in Arctic maritime operations.

Kodiak (US) Seward (US)
gCaptain
EMSA
security June 11, 2026

European Coast Guard Event Held in Azores

Representatives from coast guard authorities across the EU and beyond convened in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal for the Annual European Coast Guard Event on June 9-10, as reported by EMSA. The gathering focused on collaborative efforts and strategies among European coast guards.

Ponta Delgada (PT)
EMSA
Splash247
fleet June 11, 2026

Balaena Expands UK Shipbuilding with APCL Acquisition

Balaena has acquired APCL Group, incorporating renowned UK ship repair and shipbuilding facilities, as reported by Splash247. This acquisition includes A&P Tyne, Cammell Laird in Birkenhead, A&P Falmouth, and Falmouth Docks and Engineering Company, signaling a strategic move ahead of expected growth in British naval and commercial maritime investment.

A&P Tyne Cammell Laird in Birkenhead A&P Falmouth Falmouth Docks and Engineering Company
Splash247
Splash247
operations June 11, 2026

Strategies to Optimize Crew Travel Costs Amid Schedule Changes

Niklas Weidmann, managing director of Tilla, offers insights on reducing crew travel expenses in an article for Splash247. He highlights the challenges faced when vessel schedules change, such as the shift from Singapore on the 18th to the 22nd, leading to logistical errors. This advice is crucial for crew operators managing travel logistics from locations like Hamburg.

Singapore (SG)
Splash247
Splash247
operations June 10, 2026

Chinese Ports Lead Global Efficiency Rankings

Chinese ports have taken the lead in the latest Container Port Performance Index, with Fuzhou ranked first, followed by Dalian, according to Splash247. The rankings, published by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence, highlight the dominance of Chinese ports in global efficiency.

Fuzhou (CN) Dalian (CN) Salalah (OM) Mawan (CN) Chiwan (CN)
Splash247
Splash247
market June 9, 2026

Cargo Giants Support Inaugural Splash Singapore Conference

Splash Singapore's inaugural conference has garnered significant backing from major charterers and cargo interests, aiming to establish itself as a key event in the Asian shipping industry, according to Splash247. The event, organized by the team behind the Geneva Dry conference, seeks to unite different facets of the freight sector.

Singapore (SG)
Splash247
Splash247
operations June 8, 2026

Panama Canal Draft Reduction Sparks Global Shipping Concerns

Splash247 reports that the Panama Canal Authority has announced a reduction in the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting its neopanamax locks. This change, effective July 3, is likely to raise concerns about potential disruptions similar to those experienced during the canal's previous drought crisis.

Panama Canal (PA)
Splash247
operations June 5, 2026

Consortium to Develop Brazil-Europe Green Shipping Corridor

A consortium led by the Global Maritime Forum and RMI is set to create a green shipping corridor between the Port of Açu in Brazil and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium, as reported by Splash247. The initiative, involving HIF Global, Fuella, NYK Line, Höegh Autoliners, and Wallenius Wilhelmsen, aims to evaluate infrastructure and vessel requirements.

Port of Açu (BR) Port of Antwerp-Bruges (BE)
Splash247
technology June 5, 2026

Busan Port Aims to Become a Hub for Maritime AI Innovation

Busan Port Authority is making strides to transform the port into a leader in maritime artificial intelligence, as reported by Splash247. The initiative includes developing port-specific robots and AI technologies, marking a significant step in South Korea's national strategy.

Busan Port (KR)
Splash247
ports June 3, 2026

MSC Acquires Majority Stake in Ukraine's Pivdennyi Container Terminal

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has reportedly acquired a 51% stake in the Transinvestservice Container Terminal (TIS) in Pivdennyi, Ukraine, as reported by Splash247. Pivdennyi, formerly known as Yuzhny, is a satellite port in the Odesa area, strategically located between Ukraine's third-largest city and the sea-river port of Mykolaiv.

Pivdennyi (UA)
Splash247
gCaptain
security June 2, 2026

MSC Sariska V Containership Hit by Projectiles Off Iraq

The MSC Sariska V, a containership operated by Mediterranean Shipping Company, was struck by two projectiles while leaving Iraq's Port of Umm Qasr, as reported by gCaptain. This incident marks one of the most serious attacks on a commercial vessel in the region.

MSC Sariska V (container) Port of Umm Qasr (IQ)
gCaptain
security June 2, 2026

Explosion Damages MSC Containership Near Umm Qasr

A Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) containership suffered damage from an explosion near Iraq's Umm Qasr port, highlighting the challenging security conditions in the Gulf, as reported by Splash247. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) noted that the incident occurred approximately 40 nautical miles southeast of Umm Qasr.

Umm Qasr (IQ)
Splash247
gCaptain
fleet June 1, 2026

Davie Launches $1 Billion Expansion at Texas Shipyards

Davie Defense has commenced a significant $1 billion expansion of Gulf Copper’s shipyard facilities in Galveston and Port Arthur, Texas, as reported by gCaptain. This modernization effort is aimed at supporting the construction of Coast Guard icebreakers.

Galveston (US) Port Arthur (US)
gCaptain
ports May 29, 2026

South Africa Advances LNG Terminal at Port of Ngqura

South Africa's Transnet National Ports Authority has entered into a 25-year agreement with Ukwanda LNG to develop an LNG regasification facility at the Port of Ngqura, as reported by Splash247. The project, valued at approximately ZAR 22 billion ($1.35 billion), aims to establish Ngqura as a key energy hub and bolster the country's energy security and industrial growth.

Port of Ngqura (ZA)
Splash247
gCaptain
operations May 28, 2026

Cheniere Advances Sabine Pass LNG Terminal Expansion

Cheniere Energy Partners has signed an engineering, procurement, and construction contract with Bechtel to expand its Sabine Pass LNG export terminal in Louisiana, as reported by gCaptain. This marks a significant step forward for the expansion of the company's flagship terminal.

Sabine Pass (US)
gCaptain
security May 28, 2026

Hormuz Crisis Escalates with US-Iran Tensions

The Hormuz shipping crisis has intensified, as reported by Splash247, with US forces striking Iranian targets at Bandar Abbas and Iran responding with drones and ballistic missiles aimed at Kuwait. This escalation has forced at least four commercial vessels to turn back, marking a sharp deterioration in the situation.

Bandar Abbas (IR)
Splash247
gCaptain
operations May 27, 2026

Port of Long Beach Offers $1 Million for Methanol Bunkering

The Port of Long Beach is incentivizing sustainable fuel use by offering a $1 million prize for the first ocean-going vessel to conduct a commercial-scale methanol bunkering operation, as reported by gCaptain. This initiative marks a significant step towards greener shipping practices at the Southern California gateway.

Port of Long Beach (US)
gCaptain
Splash247
ports May 27, 2026

Chile Greenlights $4.45bn San Antonio Port Expansion

Chile has approved the $4.45 billion expansion of the Port of San Antonio, marking the largest port infrastructure project in the nation's history, as reported by Splash247. The Valparaíso regional environmental commission gave unanimous approval to the project's environmental qualification resolution, paving the way for a new gateway for South American container trade.

San Antonio (CL)
Splash247
gCaptain
ports May 26, 2026

Chile Greenlights $4.45 Billion San Antonio Port Expansion

Chile has approved a $4.45 billion expansion project for the 'Puerto Exterior' at San Antonio, marking one of the country's largest infrastructure undertakings, as reported by gCaptain. The unanimous decision by regional authorities grants the necessary environmental permit for the project.

San Antonio (CL)
gCaptain
gCaptain
security May 26, 2026

Royal Navy Deploys RFA Lyme Bay for Hormuz Mission

The Royal Navy has deployed the RFA Lyme Bay, a Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel, for a potential multinational operation in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The vessel recently departed from Gibraltar to join the mission.

RFA Lyme Bay (auxiliary) Gibraltar (GI)
gCaptain
Splash247
security May 26, 2026

Magnetic Mines Found on LPG Tanker at Ust-Luga Port

Splash247 reports that Russia's FSB security service thwarted a potential terrorist attack by discovering magnetic explosive devices on the hull of the Liberia-flagged LPG tanker Arrhenius at the port of Ust-Luga. The tanker, managed by UAE-based Maple Mariner Holding, had arrived from Antwerp.

Arrhenius (LPG tanker) Ust-Luga (RU)
Splash247
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