Heavy ice conditions and icebreaker issues in the Baltic Sea have complicated LNG operations at Deutsche ReGas’ Mukran terminal, while supply deliveries continue under challenging winter conditions.
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Hapag-Lloyd AG has confirmed it is in advanced negotiations to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services. No binding agreements have been signed yet, and regulatory approvals will be required.
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The petrochemical tanker PVT Azura lost propulsion while transiting the Kiel Canal in Germany due to engine failure. The vessel was safely towed to Kiel with no damage to canal infrastructure.
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Viking Line, the Port of Turku and Ports of Stockholm are developing a green shipping corridor between Finland and Sweden, achieving progress in biofuels, shore power and zero-emission port operations.
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A pilot fell into the ocean while boarding the cruise ship Emerald Princess near Hawaii. A “man overboard” alarm was activated, and the pilot boat crew quickly rescued the pilot without serious injuries.
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Saltchuk Resources has agreed to acquire Great Lakes Dredge & Dock for $1.5 billion in cash, taking the Nasdaq-listed dredging leader private and deepening consolidation in the U.S. maritime services sector.
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The 23-meter fishing vessel Itoitz (IMO 8799803) suffered flooding in the Bay of Biscay off Spain. Crew members were safely evacuated as salvage efforts continue amid severe weather.
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Incat Tasmania has successfully tested the marine evacuation system on a 130-meter fully electric Ro-Pax ferry for Buquebus, marking a world-first sea trial powered entirely by batteries.
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Hapag-Lloyd increased container volumes by 8% in 2025, but profits fell sharply due to lower freight rates and higher operating costs, despite progress from the Gemini Network with Maersk.
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The 58-meter cargo vessel ENE Vision (IMO 9203459) ran aground near Luperón Bay, Dominican Republic. Hull damage and a diesel fuel leak have been reported.
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The tanker Espada has run aground off Eastern Mindoro, Philippines. All 18 crew members are safe and no pollution has been reported. Salvage efforts are ongoing.
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Maersk has signed a contract with China’s New Times Shipbuilding to build eight 18,600 TEU container vessels, with deliveries scheduled for 2029 and 2030.
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