ZIM Charters 10 LNG Dual-Fuel Container Vessels from Economou and Ofer
In a significant move to bolster its fleet with environmentally friendly vessels, Israeli shipping company ZIM has entered into long-term charter agreements for ten newbuild LNG dual-fuel container ships. These vessels, each with a capacity of 11,500 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), are being constructed at China’s Zhoushan Changhong Shipyard and are scheduled for delivery between […]
Container Ship Owner Establishes UK Fund Following Collision with US Tanker
The owner of the Portuguese-flagged container ship Solong, MS Solong Schiffahrtsgesellschaft M & Co KG—a subsidiary of Ernst Russ—has initiated legal proceedings in the UK’s Admiralty Court to establish a limitation fund. This action follows a collision on 10 March 2025, where the Solong struck the anchored US military-contracted tanker Stena Immaculate off the northeast […]
World’s First Wind-Powered Container Ship to Sail Between France and Madagascar
In a groundbreaking move toward sustainable maritime transport, French cooperative Windcoop has commissioned the construction of the world’s first wind-powered container ship. This innovative vessel is set to operate between France and Madagascar, marking a significant advancement in eco-friendly shipping. Vessel Specifications and Design The 91.3-meter-long open-hatch boxship will have a capacity of 210 twenty-foot […]
World’s First Wind-Powered Container Ship to Connect France and Madagascar
In a groundbreaking move toward sustainable maritime transport, French cooperative Windcoop has commissioned the construction of the world’s first wind-powered container ship. This innovative vessel is set to operate between France and Madagascar, marking a significant advancement in eco-friendly shipping. Vessel Specifications and Design The 91.3-meter-long open-hatch boxship will have a capacity of 210 twenty-foot […]
Global Shipping Turmoil: Trump’s ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’ Plan Sparks Fear
What happens when politics rewrites the shipping playbook? According to maritime leaders, the latest trade twist from Washington could send shockwaves across the world’s ports. Global Shipping Turmoil: The global shipping industry is bracing for impact after former U.S. President Donald Trump reintroduced his long-threatened “reciprocal tariffs” plan — a sweeping set of import duties […]
Tariffs Threaten Further Upheaval for Embattled Container Shipping Sector
The container shipping industry is bracing for a turbulent 2025 as proposed tariffs and geopolitical tensions threaten to disrupt trade volumes and freight rate stability. Proposed Tariffs and Industry Concerns The U.S. administration’s proposal to impose fees ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million on Chinese-built vessels entering U.S. ports has sparked significant concern among industry […]
Yang Ming Orders Three Methanol Dual-Fuel Containerships in Sustainability Drive
Can a container ship sail cleaner without compromising performance? Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation is betting on it — with three new dual-fuel vessels ready to turn green ambition into ocean-going action. In its latest push for greener, more efficient shipping, Taiwanese carrier Yang Ming has signed on for three 8,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel-ready container […]
ONE’s 4th Container Shipping Summit in Hong Kong: Navigating Towards a Greener Maritime Future
Is the global shipping industry truly ready to sail towards a sustainable future, or are we still stuck in a fog of good intentions and dirty fuel? Ocean Network Express (ONE) thinks the answer lies in radical collaboration, technology, and rethinking how we move goods across the seas. Ocean Network Express (ONE) has never been […]
U.S. Unprepared for Economic Confrontation Over Chinese-Built Containerships
Is America ready to navigate the turbulent waters of an economic standoff with China over shipbuilding dominance? Recent developments suggest that the U.S. may be charting a course through uncharted and potentially perilous territory. The U.S. government’s proposal to levy substantial fees on Chinese-built vessels docking at American ports has ignited a firestorm of debate. […]
Evergreen Marine Corp’s Strategic Move: Acquiring Chartered Vessels to Strengthen Fleet Control
Ever wondered how a shipping giant tightens its grip on the high seas? Evergreen Marine Corp, the Taiwanese liner heavyweight, is making waves by spending over $1 billion to take control of ten of its largest chartered container vessels. Let’s delve into this bold manoeuvre and its implications for the maritime industry. In the ever-evolving […]
