Maritime News
Golar signs agreement for fourth FLNG vessel
Golar LNG has secured an $2.45 billion EPC contract for a third Mark II FLNG unit, set for delivery by the end of 2029.
Ports & Logistics
Durban multi-purpose terminals report for August 12, 2026
Ships in port and at anchorage details for the Durban multi-purpose terminals as of August 12, 2026.
Market & Companies
SK Shipping doubles LNG fleet in H-Line swap deal
SK Shipping and H-Line Shipping will exchange vessels, creating Asia's largest LNG carrier operator.
Ports & Logistics
US container imports remain robust despite tariff changes
Major US ports handled over 2.2 million TEUs in August, as import volumes show resilience amid ongoing trade challenges and geopolitical uncertainties.
Uni-Asia doubles up on Japanese handysize newbuilds
Singapore-listed Uni-Asia has signed a second agreement for a 40,000 dwt bulker from Japan's Imabari Shipbuilding.
Engine room fire breaks out aboard reefer ship Dole Colombia at Wilmington
Local firefighters bring engine room blaze on reefer to control, all crew safe. Detailed account of incident and response from multiple sources.
Cosco’s fire-hit Min Jiang Kou raises safety concerns
Fire aboard 2024-built Min Jiang Kou renews concerns over vehicle carrier safety, as multiple serious incidents have highlighted the risks involved.
MSC and Blackrock pull Barcelona terminal acquisition application
MSC and Blackrock have withdrawn their application for a Barcelona terminal, leaving the future of the deal uncertain.
Hard-line Iran dashes hopes of imminent Strait of Hormuz reopening
According to multiple sources, Iran has outlined several conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including sanctions lifting and compensation.
Ukrainian strikes hit Novorossiysk naval base and grain terminals
Ukrainian attacks on Russia's Black Sea port city, damaging warships and halting key grain exports, raise global supply concerns.
Technip Energies secures contract for Malaysian LNG terminal
French engineering firm awarded FEED work on Yan offshore regasification project, boosting Malaysia’s natural gas supply infrastructure.
Ecuador Seizes 1.2 Tons of Cocaine in Guayaquil Port
The Ecuadorian National Police seized 1.2 tons of cocaine in a container at the Port of Guayaquil, thwarting an international smuggling attempt.
