8 Oct 2024

Tragic Fire Aboard Bangladesh Oil Tanker Claims One Life

Another tragic accident has occurred in Bangladesh, involving a fire aboard a crude oil tanker owned by Bangladesh Shipping Corporation.

Tragic Fire Aboard Bangladesh Oil Tanker Claims One Life
7 Oct 2024

Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024

2024 has been a standout year for Asian shipbuilders, with newbuild prices reaching unprecedented levels, according to data from Clarksons.

Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024
3 Oct 2024

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Expands Fleet with Acquisitions

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Shipping continues its buying spree, showing no signs of slowing down during an aggressive clutch of acquisitions.

Zhangjiagang Oceanicwit Expands Fleet with Acquisitions
2 Oct 2024

New Chinese Container Line Begins Operations Out of Shanghai

A newly established container shipping company based in Shanghai, STF Shipping, has started offering services throughout northeast Asia.

New Chinese Container Line Begins Operations Out of Shanghai
2 Oct 2024

Taiwan Coast Guard Rescues Crew from Stranded Bulk Carrier

Nineteen crew members aboard a bulk carrier were saved by the Taiwan Coast Guard after their ship began taking on water near Taiwan's coast.

Taiwan Coast Guard Rescues Crew from Stranded Bulk Carrier
1 Oct 2024

Explosion on Oil Tanker at Chittagong Port Claims Three Lives

A deadly accident occurred following an explosion aboard the crude oil tanker Banglar Jyoti at Chittagong Port’s Eastern Refinery.

Explosion on Oil Tanker at Chittagong Port Claims Three Lives
30 Sep 2024

CMA CGM Becomes First Foreign Line to Operate Philippine Routes

After Marcos administration’s relaxes cabotage laws, France’s CMA CGM becomes first foreign shipping line to operate routes in the Philippines.

CMA CGM Becomes First Foreign Line to Operate Philippine Routes
30 Sep 2024

Cargo Ship Grounded Due to Hull Leak Off Indonesia

A general cargo ship, the George Sejahtera, ran aground in the waters off Linau, west of Lampung, Indonesia, on September 26th.

Cargo Ship Grounded Due to Hull Leak Off Indonesia
25 Sep 2024

Three Containers Salvaged After Collision at Nansha Port

September 21, three containers were knocked off the FESCO boxship, Vladivostok, during a collision at Nansha Port. All containers were recovered.

Three Containers Salvaged After Collision at Nansha Port
25 Sep 2024

Cargo Ship Runs Aground Avoiding Collision in Indonesia

he grounding occurred as the ship attempted to steer clear of a fishing vessel. All 20 crew members on board were confirmed to be safe.

Cargo Ship Runs Aground Avoiding Collision in Indonesia
24 Sep 2024

Bulk Carrier & Fishing Vessel Collide Near Con Dao, Vietnam

On September 19, a bulk carrier, Transformer Ol, collided with a fishing vessel about 22 nautical miles southeast of Con Dao, Vietnam.

Bulk Carrier & Fishing Vessel Collide Near Con Dao, Vietnam
20 Sep 2024

Viking Celebrates Return to China with Viking Yi Dun Debut

Viking has marked its return to China with the Viking Yi Dun, completing its inaugural journey from Shanghai to Hong Kong (Shenzhen).

Viking Celebrates Return to China with Viking Yi Dun Debut
20 Sep 2024

Princess Cruises Unveils Extended 2026 Japan Season

Princess Cruises has revealed its 2026 Japan cruise schedule, featuring the Diamond Princess for an extended season from February to November.

Princess Cruises Unveils Extended 2026 Japan Season
20 Sep 2024

Oil Tanker ThaiLaemthong 8 Runs Aground Off Trat: Crew Safe

On September 17th, an oil tanker, the ThaiLaemthong 8, ran aground off the shores of Koh Kood, located in Thailand's Trat province.

Oil Tanker ThaiLaemthong 8 Runs Aground Off Trat: Crew Safe
19 Sep 2024

Vietnamese Ship Sinks Near Quang Nam, All Crew Rescued

The Vietnamese-flagged ship, An Binh Phat 68, sank in the South China Sea off the coast of Quang Nam province, Vietnam.

Vietnamese Ship Sinks Near Quang Nam, All Crew Rescued