3 Dec 2024

Nanjing Tanker Expands Fleet with New Panamax Tanker Order

China’s Nanjing Tanker is advancing its fleet modernization efforts by commissioning a series of new panamax tankers from a domestic shipyard.

Nanjing Tanker Expands Fleet with New Panamax Tanker Order
28 Nov 2024

Ocean Network Express Acquires Stake in Jakarta Terminal

Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express has acquired a minority stake in New Priok Container Terminal One (NPCT1) in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Ocean Network Express Acquires Stake in Jakarta Terminal
28 Nov 2024

Schulte Group Forms Joint Venture to Train Chinese Seafarers

Schulte Group partners with Huayang Maritime Center and Haikou Xinhaina Port and Shipping Technology Co to establish a joint venture on Hainan.

Schulte Group Forms Joint Venture to Train Chinese Seafarers
27 Nov 2024

Engine Room Fire Disrupts Operations at Ningbo Port

On November 24, a fire broke out in the engine room of the container vessel GSL CHLOE as it was preparing to dock at Ningbo Port.

Engine Room Fire Disrupts Operations at Ningbo Port
26 Nov 2024

Norwegian Spirit Itineraries in Asia See Major 2025 Updates

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced significant updates to its 2025 Asian itineraries for the Norwegian Spirit.

Norwegian Spirit Itineraries in Asia See Major 2025 Updates
26 Nov 2024

Adora Cruises Partners with Shanghai Mobile to Enhance 5G

Adora Cruises announces a partnership with Shanghai Mobile to integrate advanced 5G communication tech into its newbuild, the Adora Flora City,

Adora Cruises Partners with Shanghai Mobile to Enhance 5G
22 Nov 2024

Hapag-Lloyd Updates China Germany Express Port Rotation

Hapag-Lloyd has announced an updated port rotation for its China Germany Express (CGX) service, set to take effect in January 2025.

Hapag-Lloyd Updates China Germany Express Port Rotation
21 Nov 2024

Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the USA for allegedly offering bribes to government officials to secure solar energy contracts.

Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case
21 Nov 2024

RWS Global Expands to Asia with New Shanghai Headquarters

RWS Global announced the opening of a new Shanghai HQ, marking a step in its efforts to expand location-based entertainment experiences in Asia.

RWS Global Expands to Asia with New Shanghai Headquarters
21 Nov 2024

Fire Aboard Orient Princess in Tianjin Quickly Contained

November 18, fire broke out on cruise vessel Orient Princess in Tianjin. Authorities confirmed blaze was extinguished and no injuries were reported.

Fire Aboard Orient Princess in Tianjin Quickly Contained
20 Nov 2024

Fujian Lixin to Build 12 Bulk Carriers for Green Era Shipping

Istanbul-based Green Era Shipping enters into agreement with Chinese shipbuilder Fujian Lixin Ship Engineering to construct 12 bulk carriers.

Fujian Lixin to Build 12 Bulk Carriers for Green Era Shipping
20 Nov 2024

Monte Nero Maritime Linked to New Tanker Orders in China

Greek shipowner Monte Nero Maritime is reportedly behind a recent order for up to four MR2 product tankers at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industries.

Monte Nero Maritime Linked to New Tanker Orders in China
19 Nov 2024

Former Oil Tycoon OK Lim Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Fraud

Lim Oon Kuin, founder of now-defunct Singapore oil trading firm Hin Leong, was handed a 17-and-a-half-year prison sentence on Monday for fraud.

Former Oil Tycoon OK Lim Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Fraud
14 Nov 2024

Dynacom Tankers Orders More LR1 Product Carriers in China

George Procopiou’s Dynacom Tankers has placed additional orders for LR1 product carriers at Yangzijiang Shipbuilding in China.

Dynacom Tankers Orders More LR1 Product Carriers in China
14 Nov 2024

Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru

Xi Jinping in Peru for inauguration of a massive new port that China describes as a game-changer for trade links between Latin America and Asia.

Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru