Suicide at Sea: 9-11% of Cargo Ship Deaths Underscore Mental Health Crisis
Suicide accounts for 9-11% of deaths on cargo ships, the second leading cause, with Indian seafarers highly affected, highlighting urgent mental health needs in maritime sectors.
Cochin Shipyard Wins CMA CGM Deal for LNG Dual-Fuel Ship Construction
Cochin Shipyard signs contract with CMA CGM for LNG dual-fuel vessels, boosting India’s eco-friendly shipbuilding from under 1% market share and supporting IMO decarbonisation goals.
Boluda Towage and MSC Launch €600M JV with 850 Tugs
Boluda and MSC’s joint venture, Boluda Towage, operates 850 tugs in 200 ports with a €600M investment for 2024, targeting €1.2B revenue.
US Navy targets 500-ship fleet with 150 unmanned vessels for modernisation
US Navy plans to expand to 500 ships, including 150 unmanned maritime vehicles, as revealed by Admiral Gilday, aiming to modernise and compete globally.
Blended-Wing Aircraft: 30% Fuel Savings Challenge Maritime Urgent Cargo
Blended-wing aircraft could save 20-30% fuel, threatening urgent maritime shipments. Analysis of impacts on shipping efficiency and logistics strategies.
Maritime hosting from £2.99 launches with UK server migration in 2026
Liberty Dreams LTD launches hosting from £2.99/month in Feb 2026, migrating servers to UK for reduced latency and GDPR compliance, targeting maritime sector.
MACN and STIP Jakarta Seal Anti-Corruption Training Pact for Maritime Ethics
MACN and STIP Jakarta partner to embed ethics in maritime training, targeting up to 10% cost savings by reducing corruption in Indonesian ports.
Over 100 Arrests for Child Abuse Material on Cruise Ships Annually
Basilios Grayeb arrested at PortMiami with child abuse materials, part of over 100 annual cruise ship incidents. Bail $2,500, faces deportation under U.S. immigration holds.
Maersk Q4 2025 Losses Hit $153M with 1,000 Job Cuts Amid Shipping Overcapacity
Maersk reports $153M Q4 2025 loss, cuts 1,000 jobs amid shipping overcapacity. Key factors include falling freight rates and geopolitical shifts.
2025 Shipbreaking Report: 321 Vessels Dismantled, 11 Deaths, 67% on Beaches
2025 shipbreaking report: 321 vessels dismantled, 11 deaths, 67% on South Asia beaches. Analysis of safety risks and regulatory impacts in maritime vessel recycling.