Maritime News
Samsung Heavy Secures Massive LNG Carrier Order
South Korea's Samsung Heavy Industries wins $1.2 billion order for four LNG carriers and two tankers, exceeding annual targets.
Casualties & Safety
Oman Rescues 23 from Attacked Oil Tanker, Two Missing
The tanker 'El Gaia' was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz and towed to an Omani port after a fire broke out; search operations continue for two crew.
Newbuilds & Orders
Shipping Giants Team Up on Hybrid Electric LNG Carriers
Lloyd's Register, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and KSOE collaborate to develop next-generation hybrid-electric LNG carriers, aiming for improved fuel efficiency.
Newbuilds & Orders
HD Hyundai showcases advanced LNG carrier technologies at Gastech 2026
HD Hyundai and its affiliates will exhibit innovative gas carrier solutions, including hybrid electric propulsion systems, during the world's largest gas.
U.S. rejects Iran’s mine claim as Hormuz shipping threat remains severe
The U.S. military disputes an Iranian claim that a Panama-flagged tanker struck a naval mine, citing missile and drone attacks instead.
Procopiou lines up $1bn Hengli eight-ship package
George Procopiou's Dynacom secures a significant newbuilding deal, expanding its fleet with Very Large Ammonia Carriers (VLACs) and Very Large Crude.
Procopiou orders $1bn fleet expansion with Hengli
Greek owner George Procopiou secures $1bn deal for eight newbuildings, including six VLACs and two VLCCs, further expanding his shipyard programme.
ESL Shipping secures long-term transport agreement with Stegra
Finnish shipping company agrees to transport raw materials and finished steel products, strengthening ties in Northern Europe logistics.
Captain of Sunk Cyprus Ferry Faces Court Over Tragedy
The captain of the sunken 'Filo Jet' ferry in Cyprus faces court over an incident that resulted in 8 deaths and 18 missing persons.
Iran expands Strait of Hormuz blacklist to 77 ships amid sanctions
The Iranian authority has added 20 new vessels to its non-compliant list, aiming to hike insurance costs and disrupt trading for disfavored operators.
Baker Hughes and Venture Global Expand US LNG Infrastructure
Baker Hughes secures contracts for gas compression and liquefaction equipment for Venture Global’s US LNG facilities, expanding capacity and pipeline infrastructure.
Höegh Autoliners orders six more Aurora class vessels
Norwegian shipping company Höegh Autoliners has ordered six additional Aurora class vessels, expanding its fleet renewal programme to 18 newbuildings.
