Senegal: Mali Eyes Atlantic Access Through $800m Senegal River Corridor
Mali is planning to gain direct access to the Atlantic Ocean through a significant $800 million project to develop the Senegal River into a commercial shipping corridor.
Two corpses found in a shipping container in Písek
Authorities discovered the bodies of two individuals inside a shipping container located in Písek, Czechia.
Capital Tankers Corp.: Historic 'invasion' in Oslo with the largest capital raising of all time
Capital Tankers Corp. completed an unprecedented public offering on the Oslo Stock Exchange, marking it as one of the largest capital raises in maritime history.
Capital Tankers Corp. achieves historic IPO with the largest-ever shipping capital raise in Oslo
Capital Tankers Corp. has successfully completed a historic IPO, raising a record amount for a shipping company on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Russian Icebreaker Rescues Vessel off Porkkala – Finns Have 'No Interest' in Assisting
A Russian icebreaker has rescued a vessel trapped in ice near Porkkala while Finnish icebreakers maintain a policy of not assisting vessels traveling to Russia.
Star Bulk: High Profits - Strong Liquidity
Star Bulk Carriers reported significant revenue and net profit growth in 2025, despite a volatile dry bulk shipping market.
Erasmus Shipinvest receives new LPG carrier
Erasmus Shipinvest Group has added the new LPG carrier 'Gas Long' to its fleet.
Significant Increase in Iranian Oil Shipments: Who is Buying it Despite US Sanctions?
Iran's oil shipments have surged to the highest levels in years, which raises concerns in global oil markets amid rising shipping costs and geopolitical tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Capital Tankers Corp.: Record fund-raising at the Oslo Stock Exchange by a shipping company
Capital Tankers Corp. successfully completed its public share offering, raising approximately USD 2.3 billion, setting a record for the Oslo Stock Exchange and for shipping companies worldwide.
The Greek Shipyards on the World Map – How We Reached the Agreement
A significant cooperation agreement was signed between Greece's ONEX Shipyards and South Korea's Hanwha Power Systems, emphasizing a new trilateral partnership involving the US, Greece, and South Korea.
Capital Tankers Corp.: Historical IPO - The largest capital raise ever by a shipping company on the Oslo Stock Exchange
Capital Tankers Corp. has completed the largest capital raise in history for a shipping company on the Oslo Stock Exchange, attracting significantly high demand from investors.
Top Ships – Rubico agree on construction of 10 MR tankers
Top Ships Inc. and Rubico Inc. have finalized plans to construct ten medium-range tankers financed through Chinese leasing companies.
Lloyd’s Register names Ioanna Prokopiou chair, marking new era for Hellenic Advisory Committee
Ioanna Prokopiou has been appointed chair of the Hellenic Advisory Committee of Lloyd’s Register, signifying a new chapter in cooperation with the Greek shipping community.
Hellenic Chamber of Shipping: Strategic upgrade of the Port of Patras to enhance competitiveness
The Hellenic Chamber of Shipping emphasizes the importance of upgrading the Port of Patras to improve Greece's economic competitiveness and connectivity.
Leadership Change at ONE
Jeremy Nixon, CEO of Ocean Network Express (ONE), will step down in July but remain as a senior advisor, with Till Ole Barrelet set to succeed him.
N.E.E.: Support for Small and Medium-Sized Maritime Enterprises
The Greek Maritime Chamber highlights the critical role of small and medium-sized maritime businesses in the Greek shipping ecosystem and their initiatives to support them.
Artificial Intelligence at the Center of Modern Shipping
The CEO of Danaos Corporation, Dimitris Vastarouchas, discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on shipping operations at the Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum.
Capital Tankers eyes Oslo Stock Exchange listing
Capital Tankers, led by Vangelis Marinakis, is planning to list on the Oslo Stock Exchange and aims to raise $345 million through a private placement.
RINA: The Ship Energy Efficiency 2026 Conference in Athens
The Ship Energy Efficiency 2026 conference will be held in Athens with a focus on improving ship performance, featuring keynote speaker Dimitris Fafalios.
The Maritime Administration: The state should pay for icebreaking
The Swedish Maritime Administration is urging the government to assume full financial responsibility for icebreaking operations, highlighting its significance for the country's shipping economy.
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.
Freight ships in trouble in the Gulf of Finland – Russian icebreakers to the rescue
Freight vessels are getting stuck in ice in the Gulf of Finland as challenging ice conditions persist, prompting assistance from Russian icebreakers.
Escalating Risks in the Middle East Raise Oil Tanker Costs to Asia
The costs of chartering large oil tankers to transport crude oil from the Middle East to Asia have surged above $200,000 for the first time since 2020 due to escalating risks in the region.
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.
AADE: Deadline for ship tax declarations and payments extended until the end of April
The deadline for the submission of ship tax declarations and payment of the first installment of the first category ship tax has been extended to April 30, 2026, according to a joint decision by Greek officials.
Global orderbook: Shipping industry signals support for fossil fuels
The shipping industry is largely reliant on fossil fuels, with a significant majority of new ships being constructed to run on oil or LNG rather than green alternatives.
Euroseas: Contracted revenues of $550 million with a five-year horizon
Euroseas Ltd. reports one of its strongest quarters ever, with significant revenue and earnings growth reported for Q4 2025.
Lloyd’s Register: A New Era for the Hellenic Advisory Committee with Ioanna Prokopiou as President
Ioanna Prokopiou has officially taken up her role as president of the Hellenic Advisory Committee of Lloyd’s Register, marking a significant collaboration with the Greek shipping community.
ABS: New Center of Excellence for Cruising
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has launched a new Cruise Center of Excellence in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, offering specialized services to the cruising industry.
Delivery of new LPG carrier by Erasmus Shipinvest
Erasmus Shipinvest Group has taken delivery of the new LPG carrier "Gas Long," which has a capacity of 5,000 cubic meters and is part of a long-term contract with Equinor for transporting gas in the European market.
Greek shipping shares soar in US market due to strong freight rates
Greek shipping companies are experiencing a surge in stock prices in the US market due to exceptionally high freight rates, which have boosted their cash flows and valuations.
Successful Loading Operation of Condensates
Ionic announced the successful completion of a condensate loading operation from the FLNG Prelude off the northwest coast of Australia.
Recruiting shipping companies to participate in the eco-friendly certification ship support program
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries in South Korea has announced the recruitment of coastal shipping companies to participate in the 'Eco-Friendly Certified Ship Support Project' aimed at supporting the construction of eco-friendly ships.
Oyetola reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to zero carbon emissions
Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has expressed the country's dedication to achieving net-zero shipping emissions by aligning with global climate strategies.
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.
Supertankers break the 200,000 per day barrier – Greek shipowners lead the way
Greek shipowners are at the forefront of a surge in supertanker charter rates, breaking the $200,000 per day threshold for the first time.
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.
Costamare Bulkers entered 2026 with strong financial results
Costamare Bulkers Holdings Limited ended 2025 with strong liquidity and is focusing on a strategic repositioning post-spin-off from Costamare Inc.
Woman avoids £30 Ryanair charge with £2.59 'Vinted' method
A woman successfully avoided a £30 baggage charge on Ryanair by shipping her clothes for just £2.59 using a new method.
Capital Tankers: Evangelos Marinakis' company aims for the Oslo Stock Exchange – Target is to raise $345 million
Capital Tankers, part of Evangelos Marinakis' group, is seeking to raise $345 million through a private placement and plans to list its shares on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Global orderbook: The shipping community votes for fossil fuels
The global ship orderbook reveals that fossil fuels continue to dominate shipping, with around 93%-97% of new vessels still set to rely on oil or LNG.
Top Ships – Rubico Lock in the Construction of 10 MR Tankers
Top Ships and Rubico have finalized the construction of 10 new medium-range tankers with support from Chinese financing.
Employees of this company earned almost 10 thousand euros in hand salary in January: what business is it engaged in?
Transocean Lithuania, a representative of the Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express, reported an average pre-tax salary of 15,900 euros for its employees in January, translating to about 9,600 euros after taxes.
Half a million dollar reward for finding the tanker
A bounty of 500,000 euros has been posted on LinkedIn for information leading to the finding of a sanctioned supertanker, Omra, which is reportedly owned by a person on the sanctions list.
Practical training program under the auspices of ELINT
A practical training program titled 'Practitioner in Shipping' will take place in April, targeting maritime executives and focusing on sustainability and ESG compliance.
STCW Convention Undergoes Revision Phase with Participation from ICS
The STCW Convention is entering a critical revision phase as the IMO's HTW Subcommittee begins the second phase of the process.
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.
Almost all sober at the helm in commercial shipping
Recent inspections reveal most crew members in commercial shipping at Swedish ports have been sober, with only one incident of suspected intoxication.
The Transport Authority Invalidates Opinions on Inflatable Lifeboats
The Transport Authority of Iceland has invalidated previous opinions on inflatable lifeboats due to discrepancies found in a recent inspection, affecting 87 lifeboats on 66 vessels.
At Alpha Bulkers, the Students of the Postgraduate Maritime Program
Students from the postgraduate program in International Shipping, Finance, and Management at the Athens University of Economics visited Alpha Bulkers for a presentation on maritime operations.