IMB: Violence Against Crew on the Rise Amidst Drop in Piracy
The safety of crews on merchant ships is increasingly becoming a major concern owing to the rise in violent attacks…
CBP Recovers Over 1,300 Stolen Cars Being Smuggled Overseas from U.S. Ports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reporting a strong increase in the recovery of stolen vehicles being smuggled out of…
US Imports Remain High With Signs of Softening of Container Spot Prices
Container import volumes remain strong at U.S. ports and significantly ahead of 2023 levels despite the first signs of softening…
MARAD Awards Grants to 15 Small Shipyards to Boost Productivity and Jobs
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced $8.75 million in grant awards to 15 small shipyards in 12…
KT Marine Welcomes Damen Fast Ferry 4212 to South Korea
On 5th July, South Korea’s KT Marine held a welcoming ceremony for its new vessel, a Damen Fast Ferry 4212…
California Invests $27 Million in Port Data System Development
The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) today announced the award of $27 million to support data…
Thordon Supplies Water-Lubricated Bearings to Largest Wind Assisted Ship
Thordon Bearings has secured an order from French shipbuilding giant Chantiers de l’Atlantique to supply its award-winning COMPAC seawater-lubricated propeller…
KT Marine Welcomes Damen Fast Ferry 4212 to South Korea
On 5th July, South Korea’s KT Marine held a welcoming ceremony for its new vessel, a Damen Fast Ferry 4212…