Maritime News
Ventspils Port Advances Major Green Ammonia Plant
Ventspils, Latvia, is set to host a €1.3 billion green ammonia facility. The project, by PurpleGreen Energy, aims to reduce emissions.
Newbuilds & Orders
Canada commits $11 billion to build six new icebreakers
Canada is investing C$11 billion in six new icebreakers to replace aging fleets, part of a broader strategy to strengthen Arctic presence and shipbuilding.
Market & Companies
Diana Shipping extends Panamax bulker charter with Cargill
Diana Shipping has extended the time charter contract for its Panamax vessel Leto with Cargill, starting September 10, 2026, for a period until at least.
Casualties & Safety
Tanker disabled after projectile attack off Oman
An unnamed oil tanker was hit by an unknown projectile, disabling its engine room in a latest attack on Middle East shipping.
Ravenna port tenders €7 million for cruise terminal works
Ravenna, Italy has launched a €7 million tender for urbanisation works at Porto Corsini cruise terminal, targeting improved infrastructure.
2.9 tonnes of cocaine seized at London Gateway Port
2.9 tonnes of cocaine hidden in bananas intercepted at London Gateway Port, valued at £232 million. - Details of a significant drug seizure in the UK's maritime trade.
Ship's Cook Survives Drone Attack, Then Dies in Attack on Rescue Vessel
A series of Ukrainian drone strikes on two cargo ships near Novorossiysk resulted in casualties, with one crewmember surviving an initial attack only.
Strategic Marine delivers first new catamaran for Bintan Resort Ferries
Strategic Marine has delivered the first of three new catamarans to Bintan Resort Ferries, marking a significant step in fleet renewal.
Operational crisis hits Durban Gateway Terminal amid widening bottlenecks
The Africa Ports & Ships briefing explains why SAAFF declared an operational crisis at Durban Gateway on 24 August 2026 and how the issue intertwines.
Woodside pushes Louisiana LNG terminal toward 2029 first cargo
Construction on Woodside’s $17.5 billion Louisiana export hub hits a new milestone, tightening the timeline for an inaugural cargo slated for 2029.
27 crew rescued after fire engulfs Ecuadorian fishing boat southwest of Galápagos
The U.S. Coast Guard orchestrated a multi‑vessel rescue of all hands from the burning Drennec, highlighting AMVER’s role in remote emergencies.
Bangladesh secures 13‑year Gunvor LNG supply amid spot market scramble
As the Middle East conflict tightens supplies, Bangladesh signs a long‑term deal with Gunvor USA while also issuing fresh bids for spot cargoes to keep.
