Black Sea Container Terminals Experience 14% Growth in 2024, Driven by Ukrainian Port Revitalization

In the first nine months of 2024, the Black Sea container terminals of Bulgaria, Romania, and Ukraine collectively handled 979,000 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units), marking a significant 14% increase compared to the same period in 2023. This growth highlights the recovery of containerized trade, particularly in Ukraine, following the restoration of key maritime links to […]

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BYD Unveils World’s Largest Car Carrier, the BYD Shenzhen, to Boost Global Expansion

BYD has unveiled the world’s largest RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) vehicle carrier, the BYD Shenzhen, which is capable of transporting up to 9,200 cars. This state-of-the-art vessel, named after BYD’s hometown, undocked from Yangzhou Port, located about three hours northwest of Shanghai. The ship measures 219 meters in length, 37.7 meters in width, and has a draft […]

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Unlocking the Future of Maritime Propulsion: ABS Explores Advanced Nuclear Technology for LNG Carriers

ABS has released a pivotal report on the integration of advanced nuclear reactor technology for commercial ship propulsion, particularly targeting LNG carriers. Supported by a contract from the U.S. Department of Energy, the study investigates the feasibility of high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) technology and its potential to transform maritime operations. Key Insights from the Study: […]

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Alexandra Maersk Named as Maersk’s Fifth Large Methanol Containership

A.P. Moller – Maersk celebrated the naming of its latest dual-fuel methanol container vessel, Alexandra Maersk, today at the Port of Felixstowe, England. This 16,000 TEU vessel is the fifth in a series of innovative ships, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainable shipping. Mike Kane, the UK’s Maritime Minister, highlighted the significance of this vessel […]

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Houthi Attack On Tanker: Attempted Bomb Boat Explosion

Videos released from both the Houthis and the crew of the Cordelia Moon (163,288 dwt) provide stark contrasts in the narrative surrounding the recent attack on the tanker. The incident occurred on October 1 while the empty crude oil tanker was en route north through the Red Sea toward Suez, approximately 64 nautical miles from […]

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Turkish Cargo Ship Abandoned After Collision Off Iran

Turkish authorities have confirmed that the crew of a Turkish-owned cargo ship is safe following a collision with a bulk carrier off the coast of Iran. The Turkish General Directorate of Maritime Affairs (DSGM) reports that the rescue operation involved coordination between the rescue centers in Ankara and Bandar Abbas. The incident involved the Knidos, […]

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