Green Marine
2017 Busiest Year Ever for Port of Long Beach
The Port of Long Beach (POLB) has seen its busiest year ever in 2017, toppic pre-recession levels.
Yemen Conflict Pushes Maritime Industry to Tighten Security
Shipowners and operators are facing new threats arising from the conflict in Yemen.
Asia Energy Logistics Buys Handysize Bulker Duo from Clipper
Asia Energy Logistics pens deal with Danish Clipper Group to acquire a pair of Handysize bulkers.
Contship Italia Sees Slight Drop in Box Volumes
Contship Italia Group recorded a 1.3% decrease in handling volumes for 2017, compared to 2016.
Euronav’s Earnings Drop amid Challenging Freight Market
Euronav’s fourth quarter of 2017 net profit drops while the freight market remained under pressure.
U.S. Sanctions Six More North Korean Ships
The U.S. continues to clamp down on North Korean vessels suspected of breaching international sanctions.
SeaIntel: Maritime Technology Investments Nearing USD 1 Bn
Technology investments in the maritime industry are getting close to USD 1 billion.
HMM Sets Up Ultra-Freezer Service
Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has started its first ‘Ultra-Freezer’ service from Busan, Korea, to Barcelona, Spain.
TSA Shutting Down After Almost Three Decades
The Transpacific Stabilization Agreement will close its doors on February 8, 2018.
North Korean Tanker Caught in Suspicious Contact with Dominican Vessel
North Korean tanker was spotted in a suspected illegal transfer of goods with a Dominican-flagged tanker.
Wilhelmsen: Maritime Industry Exiting Its Conservative Image
Wilhelmsen CEO: “If you are conservative in the maritime industry, you will not make it.”
RCL Beats the Double-Double Target, Rewards All Employees
Royal Caribbean Cruises has reported a full year US GAAP and adjusted earnings of USD 1.63 billion.
First Freight Deal Done in Cryptocurrency
Prime Shipping Foundation became the first organization to invoice freight in cryptocurrency.
DNV GL: Owners Advised to Prepare for Cold Conditions in the Arctic
Owners calling at ports in Canada and the Arctic region should prepare for cold conditions.