Cargo Ship Sinks Near South Kalimantan, Crew Safely Rescued
An Indonesian-flagged vessel, the LCT Cahaya Dana Reza, capsized on January 23rd in waters near Kotabaru Regency, South Kalimantan.
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Taean Wind Power Secures Fixed-Price Contract in South Korea
Taean Wind Power has finalized a fixed-price offtake agreement for a major offshore wind project in South Korea.
Piracy Resurfaces as a Threat in the Singapore Strait
The Singapore Strait is once again emerging as a hotspot for piracy, with recent incidents raising concerns among maritime operators.
JNPA Announces ₹2,000 Crore Investment to Boost Port Capacity
The Indian Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, has unveiled a ₹2,000 crore (approx $231.45 million) investment.
Bulk Carrier & Barge Collide Near Horsburgh Waters
January 21, a collision occurred between a bulk carrier, Shandong Mission, and a barge near Horsburgh, close to Indonesia's territorial waters.
Green Rizhao: China’s First Carbon-Neutral Cargo Vessel
On January 15th, COSCO Shipping took delivery of the cargo vessel Green Rizhao during an official induction ceremony in Dalian, China.
China Rejects US Shipbuilding Investigation as Protectionist
China’s Ministry of Commerce criticizes US investigation into the country’s shipbuilding industry citing “unilateralism and protectionism.”
Wuhu Shipyard Forms $4.1 Billion Partnership for New Projects
China’s Wuhu Shipyard has joined forces with two domestic financial leasing companies to collaborate on ventures potentially exceeding RMB30B.
Carnival Unveils New Asia-Pacific Journeys for 2026-2027
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed four new journeys sailings aboard the Carnival Luminosa and Carnival Adventure, scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
Arkas Line to Launch India Med Service in February
Arkas Line is poised to expand its shipping operations to India, with the India Med Service (IMS) set to launch on February 10th.
Hutchison Ports Thailand Expands Terminal D with New Equipment
On December 18, Hutchison Ports Thailand (HPT) announced the arrival of four more remote-controlled super post-Panamax quay cranes.
Cargo Vessel Sinks Off Vietnam; Crew Safely Rescued
An incident at sea occurred southwest of Vung Tau, Vietnam, when the Vietnamese-registered cargo ship Dolphin 18 sank on January 11th.
India Unveils ₹57,000 Crore Maritime Development Projects
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal reveals transformative plans to expand Kandla Port and establish a cutting-edge shipbuilding facility for VLCCs
Marcos Highlights Key Benefits of Seafarers' Magna Carta
President Ferdinand Marcos oversaw the signing of the implementing rules and regulations for the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers on Wednesday.
Bulk Carrier Attacked in Singapore Strait Amid Rising Incidents
UK-based maritime security consultancy Ambrey reported that a bulk carrier was boarded by four armed individuals whilst in the Singapore Strait.
COSCO Downplays Inclusion on US Pentagon Military List
COSCO tries to minimize concerns following its addition to a US Department of Defense list of companies with alleged ties to China’s PLA.
Japanese Tanker Sanwa Maru Runs Aground Near Esancho
A global marine claims & recovery services company has reported that the Japanese-flagged oil product tanker Sanwa Maru ran aground on January 6.
COSCO & Other Chinese Firms Added to US Pentagon Blacklist
COSCO has been included in a list of companies the US Department of Defense identifies as having ties to China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
Asia Pacific Shipping Expands Fleet with 12 New Tanker Orders
Vietnamese shipowner Asia Pacific Shipping (ASP) is significantly expanding its tanker fleet with 12 new vessels ordered from Chinese shipyards.
Crew Rescued After Fire on Bulk Carrier Panoria off Taiwan
On January 4th, four crew members were rescued from the bulk carrier Panoria after a fire broke out in its engine room off the coast of Taiwan.