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The FM1 loop returns with a Qingdao departure on 17 October, adding a direct Khor Fakkan call for Asia–Middle East cargo.
September trade reached 5.16 trillion yuan, while first-quarter-to-third-quarter growth accelerated and exports of chips and green products climbed.
HMM plans eight mainline ships and four feeders, adding 114,100 TEU by 2029 as it targets a more flexible fleet by 2030.
A 2% loan will fund two terminals and related work at Mongla Port, with completion scheduled for December 2028.
The new SVS III will serve Piraeus with more than 80 tons of bollard pull, escort capability and FiFi 1 firefighting equipment.
A shortage of available VLCCs is pushing Asian refiners toward Aframax ships, longer charters and delivered crude contracts as freight costs reshape sourcing.
Yalova’s ship, yacht and services exports rose 96.5% in January–September 2026, accounting for 39% of Turkey’s sector total.
Dolunay and Leruo carry about 600,000 barrels combined, as Russian diesel exports remain 41% below the same period last year.
Austal will use A$245 million in financing to expand Henderson shipbuilding facilities for an eight-vessel landing craft program due for completion by 2038.
The 238-meter BANDA was refloated off Kısırkaya on October 20 after divers inspected its submerged sections and salvage crews coordinated a multi-vessel effort.
Gulf oil flows have passed pre-conflict levels, but attacks, costly insurance and tanker transfers are squeezing Asian refiners.
Iran says four vessels caught fire during ship-to-ship oil transfers and three others hit mines; independent verification remains unavailable.
October oil flows topped pre-war levels, but Hormuz transit remained below normal as tanker freight and insurance costs climbed.
Wan Hai says reliable market forecasts now extend only about three months, while its shipbuilding program continues with six 11,000-TEU vessels due from 2029.
A BIMCO and ICS report estimates a shortage of 39,100 qualified officers, with demand for 113,735 more by 2030.
Maritime authorities warn that shipboard UAV barriers must not block lifesaving gear, firefighting systems, escape routes or emergency communications.
A Lloyd’s Register and British Ports Association report sets out port preparations for nuclear-powered ships and potential nuclear energy systems.
Seatrium will integrate five hydrogen-ready, multi-fuel vessels, each designed for up to 600 MW. The first is due at its Singapore yard in December 2027.
COSCO is adding AI for routing, vessel support and customer transactions as it builds operational flexibility and evaluates multiple marine fuels.
Arda Güler’s goals and assists offer a lesson in teamwork, recognition and creating opportunities for others—on the pitch and beyond.