2 days ago

Shanghai Sees Strong Cruise Traffic Growth in Early 2025

In the first two months of 2025, Port of Shanghai recorded 130 cruise ship calls and welcomed more than 350,000 passengers, according to a report

Shanghai Sees Strong Cruise Traffic Growth in Early 2025
2 days ago

PNOC to Build Offshore Wind Port in Batangas by 2027

The Philippine National Oil Company has announced its intention to construct a new offshore wind integration port in the province of Batangas.

PNOC to Build Offshore Wind Port in Batangas by 2027
5 days ago

Bulk Carrier Detained for Unauthorized Anchoring in Malaysia

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Perak has detained the bulk carrier Queen Harmony for anchoring without permission.

Bulk Carrier Detained for Unauthorized Anchoring in Malaysia
5 days ago

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Welcomes Three Ships in One Day

On March 19, 2025, Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Cruise Terminal hosted three cruise ships from two major cruise lines, according to a press release.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Welcomes Three Ships in One Day
6 days ago

Fuel Spill at Keelung Port Affects Multiple Vessels

A fuel spill at Taiwan’s Keelung port on March 16 led to the release of approximately 100 liters of fuel, contaminating several vessels.

Fuel Spill at Keelung Port Affects Multiple Vessels
18 Mar 2025

Royal Caribbean Unveils 2026-27 Deployment for China & Far East

Royal Caribbean reveals its 2026-27 cruise deployment for China and the Far East, with the Spectrum of the Seas sailing year-round in the region.

Royal Caribbean Unveils 2026-27 Deployment for China & Far East
17 Mar 2025

Viking Expands China Market with Dedicated River Cruise Ships

CEO Torstein Hagen discussed growing focus on Chinese market, stating that four of Viking’s river vessels in Europe are now for Chinese travelers

Viking Expands China Market with Dedicated River Cruise Ships
14 Mar 2025

South Korea Expands Shipyard Workforce Amid Labor Shortages

South Korea is widening its search for workers to fill labor shortages in its booming shipbuilding sector, bringing in employees from Uzbekistan.

South Korea Expands Shipyard Workforce Amid Labor Shortages
12 Mar 2025

Armed Intruders Board Tanker in Philip Channel Near Indonesia

Panama-flagged tanker boarded by seven individuals while traveling through Philip Channel yesterday, about six nautical miles east of Indonesia.

Armed Intruders Board Tanker in Philip Channel Near Indonesia
11 Mar 2025

Ocean Winds Secures License for 1,125MW Wind Farm in Korea

Ocean Winds, a venture between France’s Engie and Portugal’s EDP, receives electricity business license for its offshore wind farm in South Korea

Ocean Winds Secures License for 1,125MW Wind Farm in Korea
11 Mar 2025

Hong Kong Welcomes 17 International Cruise Ships in March

The Hong Kong Tourism Board and the Tourism Commission have announced that 17 international cruise ships will visit Hong Kong throughout March.

Hong Kong Welcomes 17 International Cruise Ships in March
7 Mar 2025

Singapore Welcomes CMA CGM’s First Methanol-Powered Ship

The Port of Singapore received CMA CGM Iron the first dual-fuel methanol-powered containership in CMA CGM’s fleet during its call on March 4.

Singapore Welcomes CMA CGM’s First Methanol-Powered Ship
27 Feb 2025

Adhart Shipping Secures Debut Tanker Order from New Dayang

Singapore’s Adhart Shipping has been identified as the owner behind a debut product tanker order with Chinese bulker builder New Dayang.

Adhart Shipping Secures Debut Tanker Order from New Dayang
26 Feb 2025

Taiwan Coast Guard Probes Suspected Cable Sabotage

The Taiwanese Coast Guard has detained the vessel Hong Tai 58 amid suspicions that it deliberately damaged an undersea cable on 25th February.

Taiwan Coast Guard Probes Suspected Cable Sabotage
26 Feb 2025

Pertamina Exec Arrested in $12bn Oil Corruption Probe

Pertamina CEO, Yoki Firnandi, taken into custody amid allegations of $12bn corruption scheme tied to procurement of crude oil and oil products.

Pertamina Exec Arrested in $12bn Oil Corruption Probe