Saturday

12-04-2025 Vol 19

ClassNK Grants Approval for Methanol Dual Fuel Kamsarmax Bulk Carrier by TSUNEISHI and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller

ClassNK has granted approval in principle (AiP) for a new design concept regarding a retrofitted Kamsarmax bulk carrier, which is…

MOL Successfully Installs Biofuel Bunkering on Capesize Bulk Carrier for BHP Operations

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has successfully completed its first biofuel bunkering on the capesize bulk carrier, MIDNIGHT DREAM. The operation…

Asia Fuel Oil: Spot Market Stabilizes as Cracks Experience Weekly Surge

The Asia fuel oil market experienced stable spot benchmarks as of Friday, with trade remaining thin. Despite the lack of…

VHBS Week 14 Assessment Index for New ConTex Container Ship Time Charters

This week’s New ConTex Index illustrates a consistently stable market environment, with only minor fluctuations observed across various segments. The…

Shipping: Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future

The shipping industry stands at a critical juncture as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) steers it towards a sustainable future…

Top Oasis Weekly Recycling Market Update – April 4, 2025

The ship recycling market experienced a period of relative calm this week, as activities decreased in various important locations due…

US Shipping Fee Proposals May Transform LPG Market and VLGC Dynamics

Proposed shipping fees in the US targeted at Chinese maritime operators could significantly alter the landscape of the global liquefied…

Critical Turning Point in IMO Greenhouse Gas Discussions

The ongoing discussions about greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the maritime sector have reached a pivotal point, as highlighted by…

Tanker Market: EU Crude Oil Imports Decline Since January 2025

Since the beginning of 2025, the EU’s crude oil imports have shown a noticeable decline. According to Banchero Costa, exports…

What is the Best Federal Response to Tariffs: Should Policies Be Eased?

The optimal response of the Federal Reserve to the new tariffs initiated by the Trump administration seems to be to…