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Offshore Energy

ports June 17, 2026

ExxonMobil Partners with Vopak–Transnet for LNG Terminal in South Africa

ExxonMobil South Africa LNG has signed a heads of agreement with Vopak Terminal Durban and Transnet Pipelines to develop South Africa's first LNG import terminal at the Port of Richards Bay, as reported by Offshore Energy. This strategic partnership aims to advance the country's energy infrastructure.

Port of Richards Bay (ZA)

Offshore Energy

Offshore Energy

operations June 17, 2026

Kanata and Hanwha Ocean Plan $15.7B FLNG Project in Canada

Offshore Energy reports that Hanwha Ocean has signed a memorandum of understanding with Kanata Clean Power & Climate Technologies Corp. to explore a $15.7 billion floating LNG export project near Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada. This collaboration marks a significant step in developing Canada's LNG capabilities.

Prince Rupert (CA)

Offshore Energy

Seatrade Maritime

regulations June 17, 2026

Barcelona and Shanghai Collaborate on Green Maritime Fuel Initiative

Seatrade Maritime reports that the ports of Barcelona and Shanghai have signed a 'sister ports' agreement to promote sustainable maritime corridors between the Mediterranean and the Far East. The partnership focuses on advancing the use of alternative fuels to enhance environmental sustainability.

Barcelona (ES) Shanghai (CN)

Seatrade Maritime

Offshore Energy

operations June 17, 2026

ECOnnect to Provide Jettyless Solution for Colombia's LNG Terminal

Norwegian company ECOnnect Energy has been selected to supply its IQuay F-Class jettyless transfer system for the new LNG import terminal at Puerto Bahía in Cartagena Bay, Colombia, as reported by Offshore Energy. This project is part of a fast-tracked initiative to enhance LNG import capabilities in the region.

Puerto Bahía (CO)

Offshore Energy

ports June 17, 2026

DP World Plans Return to US with Corpus Christi Terminal

DP World is in exclusive talks with the Port of Corpus Christi to develop a new container terminal in Texas, marking a potential return to the US market after two decades, as reported by Splash247. The Dubai-based company was previously forced out of the US container terminal market due to political pressures.

Port of Corpus Christi (US)

operations June 16, 2026

Port of Los Angeles Sees 17% Cargo Volume Increase in May

Cargo volumes at the Port of Los Angeles rose by 17% in May, handling 840,165 TEUs, as reported by gCaptain. This increase reflects the ongoing surge in imports.

Port of Los Angeles (US)

market June 16, 2026

QatarEnergy Set to Resume LNG Production at Ras Laffan

QatarEnergy is poised to quickly restart liquefied natural gas production at its Ras Laffan LNG plant, potentially reaching full capacity within a month, as reported by gCaptain. This comes after facilities unaffected by Iranian strikes are prepared to resume operations, according to a source familiar with the situation.

Ras Laffan (QA)

ports June 16, 2026

Zanzibar Unveils Plans for $560m Free Port Development

Zanzibar has announced plans for a $560 million free port project at Mangapwani, aiming to transform the island into a key trade and logistics hub along East Africa's Indian Ocean coastline, as reported by Splash247. The development will feature a dedicated free port and logistics zone to attract international shipping.

Mangapwani (TZ)

Seatrade Maritime

ports June 16, 2026

AD Ports Group Begins Trial Operations at Egypt's Safaga Terminal

AD Ports Group has initiated trial operations at the Noatum Ports Safaga Terminal in Egypt, with a full operational launch planned for later this year, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.

Noatum Ports Safaga Terminal (EG)

Seatrade Maritime

Seatrade Maritime

ports June 15, 2026

APM Terminals Unveils Brazil's First Fully-Electric Facility at Suape

APM Terminals has completed the development of Latin America's first fully-electric terminal at Suape, significantly enhancing the port's container handling capacity by 55%, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This advancement marks a notable step in the region's port operations.

Suape (BR)

Seatrade Maritime

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)

operations June 12, 2026

Port of Long Beach Sees Record May with 40% Import Surge

The Port of Long Beach experienced a significant increase in activity in May, handling 842,030 TEUs, making it the third-busiest May on record, as reported by gCaptain. This marks a sharp recovery from the previous tariff-driven slowdown.

Port of Long Beach (US)

Seatrade Maritime

accidents June 12, 2026

Three Dead After Supply Boat Sinks in Singapore Port

Three people have died after a supply boat sank in Singapore port following a collision with a landing craft, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. Search and rescue operations are currently underway in the area.

Singapore port (SG)

Seatrade Maritime

Seatrade Maritime

operations June 12, 2026

Hyundai Glovis to Establish Vehicle Hub at Amsterdam Port

Hyundai Glovis is set to develop a vehicle hub at the Port of Amsterdam, utilizing a 47-hectare land plot, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This move marks a significant expansion for the South Korean company in the European logistics sector.

Port of Amsterdam (NL)

Seatrade Maritime

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)

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)

operations June 11, 2026

BHP Workers Vote for Strike at Major Australian Iron Ore Hub

Hundreds of BHP workers at Port Hedland in Western Australia have voted to strike, potentially disrupting iron ore shipments, as reported by gCaptain. The unions announced the decision, highlighting the risk to one of the world's largest export hubs.

Port Hedland (AU)

operations June 11, 2026

NOAA Declares Arrival of El Niño, Panama Canal Draft Restrictions Announced

NOAA has confirmed the onset of El Niño conditions, which could become one of the strongest on record, prompting the Panama Canal Authority to announce its first vessel draft restriction for 2026, as reported by gCaptain.

Panama Canal (PA)

Seatrade Maritime

operations June 11, 2026

LR and Maersk Explore Nuclear Ship Feasibility at Rotterdam

Seatrade Maritime reports that Lloyd's Register (LR) and Maersk, in collaboration with Core Power, are conducting a study to evaluate the feasibility and readiness of the Port of Rotterdam for nuclear-powered feeder ships. This initiative is part of a broader assessment of sustainable maritime solutions.

Port of Rotterdam (NL)

Seatrade Maritime

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)

accidents June 11, 2026

Ceasefire in Strait of Hormuz Ends Amid US-Iran Tensions

The ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed following renewed US-Iran conflicts, as reported by Splash247. The product tanker Settebello caught fire near Sohar, Oman, leaving three seafarers missing.

Settebello (tanker) Sohar (OM)

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

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)

ports June 10, 2026

Port of Philadelphia Only U.S. Entry in Global Top 50 Container Ports

The Port of Philadelphia is the sole U.S. port to feature in the world's top 50 container ports, as reported by the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2025. This list is dominated by ports from Asia and the Middle East, according to gCaptain.

Port of Philadelphia (US)

operations June 10, 2026

Suez Canal Sees Surge in Oil Tanker Traffic Amid Hormuz Closure

Oil tanker traffic through Egypt's Suez Canal increased by nearly a third in April, boosting revenues to their highest since early 2024, as reported by gCaptain. This surge was driven by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a shift to the Red Sea route.

Suez Canal (EG)

Offshore Energy

operations June 10, 2026

Gasum and Naftogaz Secure Long-term LNG Capacity at Lithuanian Terminal

Gasum and Naftogaz Group have locked in multi-year liquefied natural gas capacity at Lithuania's LNG terminal, as reported by Offshore Energy. The terminal is operated by KN Energies.

Lithuanian LNG terminal (LT)

Offshore Energy

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)

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)

Seatrade Maritime

operations June 9, 2026

Geodis Launches Integrated Port Hub in Le Havre

Geodis has established a new port hub in Le Havre, France, to consolidate its four business lines into one location, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This strategic move aims to enhance operational efficiency at the French port.

Le Havre (FR)

Seatrade Maritime

Offshore Energy

operations June 8, 2026

Brazil-Belgium Green Corridor to Boost E-Fuel Production

A consortium facilitated by the Global Maritime Forum and RMI aims to establish a green shipping corridor between the Port of Açu in Brazil and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative is expected to enhance e-fuel production and transport.

Port of Açu (BR) Port of Antwerp-Bruges (BE)

Offshore Energy

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)

operations June 8, 2026

Lidl's Tailwind Shipping Lines Flags First Vessel in Germany

Tailwind Shipping Lines, affiliated with Lidl, has flagged its first vessel under the German flag, as reported by Splash247. The container ship Panda 001 is now registered with Heilbronn as its home port, marking a historic first for the inland city.

Panda 001 (container) Heilbronn (DE)

Seatrade Maritime

accidents June 6, 2026

Container Ship Golden Star 1 Sinks in Singapore Strait

The Tanzania-flagged container ship Golden Star 1 sank in Indonesian waters after departing from the port of Singapore, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident occurred in the Singapore Strait, highlighting ongoing maritime challenges in the region.

Golden Star 1 (container) Singapore (SG)

Seatrade Maritime

Offshore Energy

fleet June 5, 2026

Mermaid Maritime Forms Joint Venture in Singapore for Vessel Reactivation

Mermaid Maritime Public Company Limited, based in Thailand, has launched a joint venture in Singapore to bring an existing vessel back into operation, as reported by Offshore Energy. The move marks a strategic expansion of the company's subsea and offshore drilling services.

Singapore (SG)

Offshore Energy

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)

Offshore Energy

operations June 5, 2026

Sempra, TotalEnergies Boost LNG Production on Mexico's Pacific Coast

Sempra Infrastructure and TotalEnergies have commenced LNG production at their Ensenada project, enhancing LNG output in Mexico, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant step in their joint venture efforts on the Pacific Coast.

Ensenada (MX)

Offshore Energy

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)

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)

Seatrade Maritime

accidents June 3, 2026

US Missile Strikes VLCC Near Kharg Island

Seatrade Maritime reports that a US-fired Hellfire missile struck the engine room of an empty Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) as it approached Kharg Island, Iran's main crude oil loading port, disabling the vessel.

Kharg Island (IR)

Seatrade Maritime

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)

security June 2, 2026

Startups Enhance Ukraine's Defense with Sea Drones and Robot Trucks

Startups are aiding Ukraine's military in countering Russian drone threats over the Black Sea, particularly targeting the port city of Odesa, as reported by gCaptain. Charles Maher has been instrumental in developing solutions to detect and neutralize these threats.

Odesa (UA)

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)

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)

Offshore Energy

operations June 1, 2026

Frontera Secures LNG Contract with Ecopetrol for FSRU Lease

Frontera Energy Corporation has transitioned to a pure-play energy infrastructure company, focusing on LNG, LPG, and container expansion at Puerto Bahía, as reported by Offshore Energy. The company has secured a contract with Ecopetrol to support a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) lease.

Puerto Bahía

Offshore Energy

Seatrade Maritime

accidents June 1, 2026

Explosion Reported on Cargo Ship Near Umm Qasr

A cargo ship experienced a large explosion 40 nautical miles from Umm Qasr, Iraq, at 09:50 hrs UTC, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the Gulf region.

Umm Qasr (IQ)

Seatrade Maritime

Seatrade Maritime

operations May 30, 2026

Paya Lebar Completes Third Strait of Hormuz Crossing

The container ship Paya Lebar successfully completed its third crossing of the Strait of Hormuz, arriving in Jebel Ali on May 29, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This journey marks a month since the vessel left the Gulf.

Paya Lebar (container) Jebel Ali (AE)

Seatrade Maritime

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)

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)

Seatrade Maritime

operations May 28, 2026

Maersk Diverts Non-Saudi Gulf Cargo from Jeddah Due to Strait Closure

Maersk has rerouted non-Saudi Gulf cargo away from Jeddah following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has significantly restricted access to gateway ports in the Gulf, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This strategic decision aims to mitigate the impact of the closure on shipping operations.

Jeddah (SA)

Seatrade Maritime

Seatrade Maritime

ports May 28, 2026

Chile Greenlights $4.45 Billion San Antonio Port Expansion

Chile has approved the construction of the $4.45 billion San Antonio 'Outer Port', with the first phase expected to handle 1.5 million TEU by 2036, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This development aims to enhance the country's port capacity significantly.

San Antonio (CL)

Seatrade Maritime