Two oil tankers collided near the Strait of Hormuz, catching fire amid electronic interference from regional conflict. All crew were safely evacuated, with no injuries or pollution reported, as authorities investigate navigation errors in this vital oil shipping lane.
Davie is expanding into the U.S. shipbuilding market by acquiring Gulf Copper’s Texas assets, aiming to address America’s icebreaker shortage with a $1 billion investment and proven polar shipbuilding expertise.
A groundbreaking study from MIT and Georgia Tech shows that using heavy fuel oil with scrubbers on ships can match or surpass low-sulfur fuels in environmental impact, challenging assumptions about marine emissions and the “greenness” of scrubber technology.
A devastating fire on the Singapore-flagged MV WAN HAI 503 off India’s southwest coast has left four crew missing and forced the rescue of 18 others, as Indian Coast Guard teams battle the blaze and environmental risks from the drifting vessel.
A new study from Cardiff University exposes rising fatigue and inadequate medical care among cargo ship seafarers, with over a third reporting insufficient sleep and many lacking access to qualified medical personnel.
The container ship NCL Salten ran aground only meters from a cabin near Trondheim, Norway, prompting an investigation into possible technical failure or human error.
MAN Energy Solutions is set to deliver the world’s most powerful two-stroke methanol engine, the MAN B&W 12G95ME-C10.5-LGIM, in June 2025. This milestone engine, built by CSSC-MES Diesel Co., Ltd., will power a new generation of ultra-large container vessels and supports the maritime industry’s shift toward carbon-neutral propulsion.
Two unrelated vessel fires on the Scot Stuttgart chemical tanker and Breezy Point ferry in Puerto Rico were quickly contained, with no injuries or pollution reported. The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating both incidents to enhance maritime safety.
Robert Allan Ltd. and Schottel celebrate their 500th tug milestone with Tug No. 500, a dual-fuel methanol escort tug built for KOTUG Canada, highlighting innovation in sustainable marine technology.
DeepOcean’s USV Challenger, equipped with an advanced electric ROV and launch system, promises cost-effective and autonomous subsea operations, reducing reliance on traditional vessels.
