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California Ports Advocate for Infrastructure, Jobs, Supply Chain Efficiency

Feb 18, 2026

Today, February 18, port executives from across California met in Sacramento for the California Association of Port Authorities' annual Ports Day 2026, advocating for policies to ensure California remains the nation's leading trade gateway and…

NOAA Installs Navigation System in Boston Harbor

Feb 17, 2026

NOAA has installed a Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System (PORTS®) in Boston Harbor. The system includes observational equipment at MassPort’s Conley Terminal and on the Tobin Memorial Bridge.The Boston Harbor PORTS, established in partnership…

"Green" Vessel Investments Continue Despite Delays

Feb 13, 2026

The shipping industry's biggest players are shrugging off Trump administration opposition to a global carbon price and are forging ahead with billions of dollars in emissions-reducing investments, according to company officials and a Reuters analysis of data…

Old Livestock Carriers Spark Animal Welfare and Pollution Debate

Feb 12, 2026

The 34-year-old livestock carrier ship Blue Ocean A, flying the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis, has been detained at the Italian Port of Cagliari after a port state control inspection found 54 irregularities, 30 of which were considered serious…

Inmarsat Maritime to Deliver Nexuswave Across Heavy Lift Vessel Fleet

Feb 03, 2026

Inmarsat Maritime, part of Viasat Communication Services, will install NexusWave across Auerbach’s fleet of newbuild heavy lift vessels to meet the German shipping company’s connectivity performance needs for its new generation of ships.Hamburg…

Lloyd’s Register Issues First Guidance for Onboard Hydrogen Generation

Feb 02, 2026

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the maritime industry’s first dedicated Guidance Notes for onboard hydrogen generation, providing clarity on the safe design and integration of hydrogen generator technologies on ships.The new Guidance Notes respond directly to growing interest from shipowners…

IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction Holds 12th Session

Jan 30, 2026

The International Maritime Organization's Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) held its 12th session at IMO Headquarters in London, January 19-23, and was chaired by Mr. Erik Tvedt (Denmark). Outcomes are summarized below:KEY…

ONE Posts $88M Loss - Newbuild Deliveries Pressure Rates; Fleet Continues to Grow

Jan 30, 2026

Ocean Network Express (ONE) reported a net loss of $88 million for the third quarter of FY2025, as persistent fleet growth and slower cargo movement weighed on short-term freight rates, particularly in the Asia–North America tradeThe result…

Chartwell Marine Secures Design Contract for Island Community Ferry

Jan 27, 2026

Chartwell Marine, a leader in vessel design, has been appointed to design a new ferry for a rural island community. The vessel is scheduled to enter construction in early 2026 – with the boat yard currently being selected with Chartwell’s support – and enter operation in 2027…

BIO-UV Group, Microwise to Tackle Port-Side Ballast Water Treatment

Jan 27, 2026

BIO-UV Group has announced a strategic partnership with water-monitoring specialist MicroWISE to develop new ballast-water treatment and verification solutions designed to address rising enforcement pressures and the anticipated growth of port-side reception facilities…

Survey: EU Citizens Demand Strong Reform of Live Animal Transport

Jan 22, 2026

Over eight in every 10 (82%) citizens across the EU are concerned about the welfare of animals during live transport, a new survey concludes, as EU regulation remains at risk of being weakened and leaving millions of animals unprotected.A newly…

Terminal Portuario de Guayaquil Celebrates A Successful 2025

Jan 22, 2026

The Port Terminal of Guayaquil (TPG), operated by Hanseatic Global Terminals, presented its 'State of the Port 2026' report, with the Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation, Roberto Luque, and leaders from the export sector in attendance…

HAROPA PORT Achieves Record 2025 Results, Accelerates Green Corridor Strategy

Jan 21, 2026

HAROPA PORT’s operations were shaped by an unpredictable international environment, marked by the introduction of new US customs tariffs, the reshuffling of shipping line Alliances and strategies, and the normalization of routing via the Cape of Good Hope instead of the Suez Canal route…

Sallaum Lines Relocates HQ to Cyprus

Jan 21, 2026

Sallaum Lines announced the relocation of its headquarters from Switzerland to Limassol, Cyprus. This move reflects the company’s long-term growth vision and its commitment to strengthening its presence within the European maritime world. Known…

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