Maersk stops all sailings through the Strait of Hormuz
Due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Danish shipping giant Maersk has suspended all sailings through the Strait of Hormuz until further notice, prioritizing the safety of its crew and cargo.
Poor Situation in the Gulf of Finland
The current ice conditions and windy weather are causing challenges for cargo ships in the Gulf of Finland, according to the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency.
Ice conditions and wind cause problems for cargo ships in the Gulf of Finland
Several cargo vessels are trapped in ice in the international maritime area and Finnish territorial waters of the Gulf of Finland due to current ice conditions and wind, according to the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency.
Second Narrows Rail Bridge malfunction traps 13 deep-sea cargo vessels
The Second Narrows Rail Bridge in Metro Vancouver malfunctioned, trapping 13 deep-sea cargo vessels and disrupting marine traffic in the area.
EuroDry Ltd. shows profitability and shifts to long-term charters
EuroDry Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed shipping company, reported strong performance in the last quarter of 2025, focusing on long-term charters and enhancing liquidity for new investments.
New ship in the Greek registry from the Karousis family
The cargo ship Doric Flame has recently raised the Greek flag, adding to the Greek registry.
Cargo ship ran aground in Roskilde Fjord
A cargo ship, the Baltic Wind, remains stranded in the Roskilde Fjord after running aground on a sandbank.
A nearly 90-meter ship runs aground at Roskilde Fjord
A nearly 90-meter cargo ship named โBaltic Windโ has run aground near Kulhuse, prompting inspections to assess damages and potential risks of leakage.
Piraeus port reflects cargo flows from Asia to Europe
The port of Piraeus is experiencing a significant decline in container traffic due to delayed shipping routes and reduced cargo flow from Asia to Europe.
Piraeus as a 'mirror' of cargo flow from Asia to Europe
The Port of Piraeus is experiencing a decline in cargo throughput due to ongoing shipping challenges and decreased shipments from Asia.
Greek shipowners transport 20% of Chinese cargo
The Chinese ambassador to Greece emphasized the longstanding partnership between the two countries, noting that Greek shipowners play a significant role in transporting Chinese cargo and that there are opportunities for deeper cooperation in maritime activities.
How the 'high flight' of the dry cargo market is explained
The dry cargo market, as represented by the Baltic Dry Index (BDI), remains elevated due to strong demand ahead of the Chinese New Year celebrations despite a correction noted in February 2026.
Pioneer Marine: Delivery of the bulk carrier 'Arctic Bay'
Pioneer Marine has announced the delivery of the bulk carrier 'Arctic Bay,' bolstering its fleet as part of its expansion strategy in the international dry cargo market.
The Arctic has frozen Putin's plans. Cargo transport across the Arctic Ocean is decreasing
Russia's plans to enhance Arctic shipping are failing, with cargo transport down 2.3% in 2025, primarily due to the impact of the ongoing war.
Greek-owned tanker carries first cargo of Venezuelan oil to Europe
A Greek-owned tanker is transporting the first batch of Venezuelan oil to Europe in nearly two years, highlighting a revival in oil trade between Venezuela and European markets.
Tankship connected to Cuba completed loading gasoline cargo in Venezuela
A tankship transporting oil from Venezuela to Cuba completed the loading of a 150,000-barrel gasoline cargo, possibly indicating preparations for supplies to Cuba under U.S. oversight.
Russian captain sent to prison for shipwreck in the North Sea
Vladimir Motin has been sentenced to six years in prison for causing a shipping accident in the North Sea, where a cargo ship collided with an oil tanker, resulting in the death of one crew member in 2025.
"Words Have Failed". How Russia Reacted to the Detention of a Container Ship in Estonia
Russian officials have remained silent regarding the detention of the cargo ship Baltic Spirit in Estonian internal waters, with propaganda officials providing commentary instead, expressing criticism towards the 'hostile West' and addressing the Russian authorities.
Estonia allowed the detained ship to continue to Russia
Estonia's tax and customs officials conducted a customs check on the cargo ship Baltic Spirit heading from Ecuador to Russia but found no confirmation of smuggling, allowing the vessel to leave Muuga harbor.
State of emergency in the Baltic Sea - Ships in trouble
The water level in the Baltic Sea is so low that it is disrupting maritime traffic and reducing cargo capacities for ships, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute.
Russian captain found guilty of accident in the North Sea
After eight hours of deliberation, jurors found Vladimir Motin guilty of the death of 38-year-old Filipino sailor Marko Angelo Pernia, who went missing at sea following a collision between Motin's cargo ship and an oil-laden vessel off the eastern coast of the UK.
Italians seized a ship from Russia
Italian authorities have seized a cargo ship transporting 33 thousand tons of ferrous metals from Russia, in violation of EU sanctions related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
VIDEO: Air India aircraft engine sucks in shipping container
An Air India Airbus A350 experienced a serious incident after its engine sucked in a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport, prompting an investigation by India's aviation regulatory body, although no injuries were reported.
Iranian Ship Carrying Weapons for Russia Sank in the Caspian Sea
The Iranian cargo ship 'Rona', suspected of transporting weapons to Russia, sank in the Caspian Sea on its return journey, according to Turkmen authorities.
VIDEO Finland releases footage of seized Russian ship. It was carrying valuable cargo
The Finnish Border Guard released footage of a cargo ship seized for allegedly damaging a telecommunication cable between Helsinki and Tallinn, which was carrying sanctioned Russian steel during heightened tensions in the Baltic Sea region.
Finland: the seized ship was carrying Russian steel targeted by sanctions
The Russian cargo ship Fitburg, suspected of deliberately severing a submarine cable, was intercepted by the Finnish Navy while carrying Russian steel subject to sanctions.
The Russian cargo sunk off the coast of Spain was transporting nuclear reactors destined for North Korea
Spanish authorities are investigating the sinking of the Russian ship Ursa Major, which allegedly was part of the 'phantom fleet' and transported nuclear reactors for North Korea.
The Mysterious Cargo of the Russian Ship that Sank. What Did the Ursa Major Transport?
The Ursa Major, a heavy cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean Sea on December 23, 2024, was carrying an unknown cargo and resulted in the death of two crew members out of sixteen.
Beijing focuses on missile-launching cargo ship: what it is and what satellite images reveal
Recent Chinese social media posts have showcased images of a medium-sized cargo ship allegedly converted into a floating missile platform, featuring a complex launch system alongside modified shipping containers.