20 Feb 2024

Spilled Oil Returning to Venezuela After Vessel Capsizes

Illicitly obtained oil originating from Venezuela has begun its return journey home, albeit in a concerning manner; as a 170km long oil slick.

Spilled Oil Returning to Venezuela After Vessel Capsizes
14 Feb 2024

Biden Confirms Two Oregon Sea-Windspots

BOEM has officially designated two Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Oregon, encompassing a total of approximately 195,012 acres.

Biden Confirms Two Oregon Sea-Windspots
6 Feb 2024

ARC Ro-Ro Ship Now Under U.S. Flag

ARC has successfully expanded its maritime fleet, welcoming its ninth U.S.-flagged roll-on roll-off vessel, now known as the M/V ARC Honor.

ARC Ro-Ro Ship Now Under U.S. Flag
6 Feb 2024

Harassment Crisis Aboard Canadian Ships

SIU Canada discloses concerning findings from a recent study, showing almost half the maritime workforce has encountered harassment or bullying.

Harassment Crisis Aboard Canadian Ships
31 Jan 2024

Bulker Vessel Collides with Bridge in Argentina

A Kamsarmax bulk carrier owned by Foremost Group, a U.S. company, experienced damage after colliding with a bridge in Argentina.

Bulker Vessel Collides with Bridge in Argentina
31 Jan 2024

Saltchuk Ventures Launch 2nd Takeover Bid for OSG Privatization

Saltchuk has renewed its focus on Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) after withdrawing its pursuit of the Tampa-based company in September 2021.

Saltchuk Ventures Launch 2nd Takeover Bid for OSG Privatization
22 Jan 2024

Team Enlisted to Dismantle Trawler Grounded Near Portland ME

Local media reports that the U.S. Coast Guard has approved dismantling a trawler that ran aground near Portland, Maine, over the weekend.

Team Enlisted to Dismantle Trawler Grounded Near Portland ME
21 Jan 2024

RIBCRAFT Expands Lifesaving Resources for Maine Firefighters

The specialized RIB not only expands the department’s response capabilities but also offers a secure platform for conducting rescue missions.

RIBCRAFT Expands Lifesaving Resources for Maine Firefighters
19 Jan 2024

Impact of Drought - Panama Canal Toll Revenue Faces Decline

On Wednesday, the administrator of the Panama Canal disclosed a monthly decline of roughly $100 million in toll revenues since October.

Impact of Drought - Panama Canal Toll Revenue Faces Decline
16 Jan 2024

Price of Skipping Panama Canal Queues Drops Significantly

The price for vessels to skip Panama Canal congestion lines has reduced significantly from the multimillion-dollar records of recent months.

Price of Skipping Panama Canal Queues Drops Significantly
10 Jan 2024

US Coast Guard Confiscate Cocaine, Heroin, Meth Valued at $11M

Gulf of Oman: US Coast Guard achieved initial drug interdiction for the year, successfully confiscating an array of narcotics valued at $11 million.

US Coast Guard Confiscate Cocaine, Heroin, Meth Valued at $11M
4 Jan 2024

Ship with Li-Ion Batteries Moored Near Dutch Harbor Post-Fire

According to the U.S Coast Guard, the M/V Genius Star XI carrying lithium-ion batteries has been anchored close to Dutch Harbor, AK & poses no immediate threat

Ship with Li-Ion Batteries Moored Near Dutch Harbor Post-Fire
19 Dec 2023

Panama Canal to Increase Daily Transits Next Month

Starting from January, the Panama Canal Authority will increase daily transits to 24, following consistent rain over the last 6-week period.

Panama Canal to Increase Daily Transits Next Month
18 Dec 2023

Port NOLA Renews MoU Agreement with CORBA

On Monday, the Central Ohio River Business Association (CORBA) announced the latest development in its partnership with the Port of New Orleans.

Port NOLA Renews MoU Agreement with CORBA
17 Dec 2023

Christening Ceremony for 3 Towboats at Middle River Marine

Middle River Marine, based in Mokena, Illinois, added three towboats—namely, the M/V Carmalee Rose, Macey Lauren, and Ava Renee—to its fleet.

Christening Ceremony for 3 Towboats at Middle River Marine