Maritime News
Gulf nations accelerate pipeline and port projects as Hormuz blockade tightens
This article explains how the six‑month virtual closure of the Strait of Hormuz has spurred billions in new pipeline and port investments across Saudi.
Ports & Logistics
Gothenburg’s H1 cargo volumes hold steady as direct Asia services grow
This article details how Gothenburg's port maintained consistent cargo volumes in 2026, with notable growth in direct Asia services.
Offshore & Energy
TotalEnergies completes sale of Arctic LNG 2 stake to NordLine
French energy giant TotalEnergies has fully divested its interest in Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project, transferring a 10% share to Novatek’s subsidiary.
Ports & Logistics
Port of Houston’s cargo activity drives $987 bn U.S. economic impact in 2025
A new Martin Associates study quantifies the Houston Ship Channel’s contribution of $986.9 bn to the U.S. economy and 3.
Ningbo Marine clears funding for five new bulk carriers
Ningbo Marine has approved financing for four 65,000‑dwt ultramaxes and an 82,000‑dwt kamsarmax, a move that could add close to 600,000 dwt of fresh tonnage to its fleet.
Victoria launches Australia’s first offshore wind auction – 2 GW on offer
The Victorian government opened a request‑for‑proposals for 2 GW of offshore wind capacity, outlining criteria, timelines and long‑term targets that will.
Klaipėda Port launches first works on €1 bn southern expansion
Site preparation has begun on the Lithuanian harbour’s biggest development ever, with breakwater construction slated for autumn and an investment.
DBMatic and Weforsea unveil MariControl, a unified maritime data platform
The new venture combines hardware, connectivity and AI to help shipowners cut fuel use, streamline reporting and improve performance across Europe’s fleets.
Fire engulfs bulk carrier Federal Welland at Cardiff port
A fire in the hold of the Marshall Islands‑registered bulk carrier Federal Welland ignited on August 25 while berthed at Cardiff’s Queen Alexandra Docks.
Durban Gateway Terminal faces operational crisis as Presidency steps in
The South African government intervenes after SAAFF declares an operational crisis at Durban’s key gateway terminal – this piece explains what triggered.
Solstad secures $62 m Petrobras charter for CSV Normand Valiant
The Norwegian owner has landed a two‑year bareboat deal to provide offshore accommodation on Brazil’s continental shelf, with operations slated to start.
Veritas Shipmanagement secures ultramax order from COSCO HI, delivery slated for 2030
Greece’s Veritas Shipmanagement has placed an order for 64,000‑dwt ultramax bulk carriers with COSCO Heavy Industry, with the first vessel expected.
