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A major explosion and fire occurred on Saturday at the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran, injuring dozens of people, according to state media reports.

HD Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Samho are in talks to build 20 eco-friendly container ships worth $1.55B for a Greek shipowner, targeting delivery by 2028.

Philippines says China ran fake accounts to influence elections and spread propaganda on the South China Sea, raising national security concerns.

The U.S. names Chipolbrok a China-controlled carrier, tightening maritime scrutiny and signaling rising trade tensions across global shipping routes.

Brazil and China strengthen logistics with a direct maritime route linking Zhuhai to Salvador and Santana, reducing shipping time, cutting emissions, and amplifying Brazil’s role in international trade.

Japan advances clean shipping with its first hydrogen tugboat, reducing emissions and showcasing Tsuneishi’s push for sustainable shipbuilding.

A bulk carrier was attacked in the Singapore Strait as piracy incidents spiked 35% in Q1 2025, raising urgent security concerns for global shipping routes.

Easter rain raises Rhine River levels, letting ships carry more cargo. Shipping remains limited as shallow waters continue to impact freight and logistics.

The Philippines and U.S. begin Balikatan 2025, their largest joint military exercise in the South China Sea, with 17,000 troops, missile systems, and 19 allies.

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Mumbai launches India’s biggest cruise terminal, MICT, to welcome global cruise ships, grow tourism, and create maritime jobs.

The World Shipping Council warns U.S. tariffs on Chinese-built ships could raise shipping costs, harm U.S. exporters, and disrupt global trade flow.