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26-06-2025 Vol 19

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California Ports Experience Surge in Freight Containers Amid Efforts to Evade Upcoming China Tariff Increase

The Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach are currently experiencing an influx of freight containers from China, as shipping…

Celebrating Day of the Seafarer: Belgian Initiatives for Safe and Inclusive Work Environment at Sea

On the Day of the Seafarer, the Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association (KBRV) aligns with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 2025…

Asia-US Container Rates Drop as June Increases Prove Unsustainable

Container shipping rates from Asia to the US have experienced a significant drop this week, primarily due to the failure…

Fearnleys Update: Week 26 Insights for 2025

Fearnleys Week 26, 2025 This past week has been quite eventful for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), with freight rates…

China and India Boost Higher-Grade Coal Imports, Reducing Dependence on Indonesian Supplies

China and India, the leading thermal coal importers, are significantly reducing their imports from Indonesia in favor of higher-grade coal…

2025 International Day of the Seafarer Celebrates ‘My Harassment-Free Ship’ Campaign for Respectful Maritime Culture

On June 25, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) will lead the global observance of the Day of the Seafarer. This…

BIMCO Predicts Steady Demand for Container Shipping Amid US Trade Policy Changes

The current macroeconomic environment is rife with uncertainties, primarily due to evolving trade policies and ongoing geopolitical tensions. In April,…

Ship Recycling Market Remains Underwhelming Once More

The ship recycling market is currently facing a period of stagnation, as reflected in the latest reports from key industry…

Markets Respond Positively to Delicate Ceasefire Agreement

A fragile ceasefire announced by U.S. President Donald Trump in the Middle East has left investors cautiously optimistic. Despite some…

China Calls on AIIB to Increase Cross-Border Development Funding Amid Dwindling Global Aid Resources.

China’s Finance Minister has urged the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to enhance its funding for cross-border development projects, highlighting…