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Norovirus outbreak on Queen Mary 2 leaves 183 passengers and 14 crew sick. Cunard enhances cleaning protocols to prevent further spread.
MGC and Kokuka Sangyo to launch methanol-fueled vessel in 2026, aiming to cut CO2 emissions under Japan's decarbonization initiative.
CK Hutchison delays $19 billion sale of Panama Canal ports to BlackRock-led group, initially set for April 2. Deal remains under negotiation.
The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded Bollinger Shipyards a $951.6 million contract modification to construct its first new-generation Polar Security Cutter.
The World Shipping Council opposes proposed U.S. port fees on Chinese-built vessels, warning of inflation, job loss, and harm to U.S. exporters.
Starting October 2025, the Panama Canal launches its NetZero Slot for vessels with low-carbon technology, supporting sustainable global shipping.
China has recently introduced new maritime technologies that have raised concerns about their potential use in a future military operation involving Taiwan.
Russia and Ukraine have reached separate agreements with the United States on a naval ceasefire in the Black Sea following three days of talks in Saudi Arabia.
The Solong, which was involved in a collision with the oil tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea, is being towed to Aberdeen for further assessment.
Sea Shield 25, involving over 2,300 troops from 12 nations, will enhance military interoperability and feature maritime, aerial, and ground combat scenarios.
The Rotterdam-Singapore Green Shipping Corridor aims to reduce emissions by 20-30% by 2030, accelerating sustainable fuel use and digital solutions.
Iraq’s Oil Minister Hayyan Abdulghani has announced that the United States has seized several Iranian oil tankers in the Persian Gulf.