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Charter rates for containerships are rising while container freight revenues are falling. We explain the paradox of today’s market and its impact on MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, and other players.
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On September 11, the cargo ship Niki ran aground near Porticello, Sicily. The vessel sustained hull damage, but no crew injuries were reported. The Italian Coast Guard has launched an investigation.
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NOAA Ocean Exploration and Fugro have signed a CRADA to develop uncrewed systems. The partnership will accelerate deep-sea mapping and make ocean research more efficient and accessible.
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Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) has acquired CO₂ removal credits from 1PointFive for the second time. DAC technology will help offset residual emissions in shipping and support global decarbonization.
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On September 16, the sailing vessel Storebaelt and dredger Prins 3 collided in the Wadden Sea near Harlingen. Children were on board the yacht; minor injuries reported.
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Japan’s Takeda and France’s VELA join forces for sustainable shipping: the first wind-powered trimaran for pharmaceuticals will set sail in 2026.
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On September 13, the 135-meter tanker Mi-Deseo struck a bridge on the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal near Sluiskil. Both the vessel and the bridge were damaged, no injuries reported.
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Canada is building its first heavy icebreakers in over 50 years, the US plans a massive fleet expansion, and Russia already leads with 47 vessels. How geopolitics and climate change fuel the Arctic race?
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The WTO has launched its first agreement since 2017, limiting multibillion-dollar subsidies that drive overfishing. The measures aim to help restore global fish stocks.
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Clarksons Research reports that 0.8m dwt of gas carriers have been scrapped in 2025. Demand for outdated LNG steam turbine vessels remains weak, and the scrapping trend is expected to continue.
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On September 12, Finland’s Langh Ship welcomed the feeder vessel Martta — the third in a series of eco-friendly container ships built by PaxOcean Zhoushan. Equipped with a hybrid scrubber and prepared for carbon capture, the vessel aims to cut CO₂ emissions by 50%.
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On September 15, a fire broke out on the vessel Grande Argentina in Hamburg Port. Crew and firefighters quickly contained the blaze; no injuries reported.
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