24 August 2026
Sharp Decline in Cargo Volumes Projected for 2025
The Port of Los Angeles faces a 10% drop in its cargo volume in 2025; while at Singapore, Rotterdam, and Shanghai volumes are declining equally!
Nerd’s Choice
Our top picks for the most interesting and innovative news stories in the maritime industry, handpicked by our team of Ship Nerds.
The Fallouts from the New U.S. Oil Sanctions on the UAE Network & Chinese Terminal
To frustrate Iranian oil shipments, the U.S. imposed oil sanctions on UAE and Chinese collaborators, causing consequences on the global market.
Dry Bulk Shipping 2025: Serious Troubles Ahead!
The global dry bulk shipping faces an uncertain future as it deals with trade war, market volatility, geopolitical tensions and low fleet growth.
Maritime Cybersecurity: The Most Sensible Solutions in 2025
The industry has been losing billions of dollars to maritime cybersecurity events which calls for immediate, sensible solutions to prevent the attacks.
Alternative Fuels Availability for Shipping Industry in 2025
What are the available alternative fuels in 2025? Are shippers determined to reduce GHG emissions to meet their decarbonization goals?
Why Kamsarmax Vessels Are Now Prefered By Shippers Globally
Kamsarmax vessels are recently being preferred from many shippers worldwide because of their comparative efficiency, performance, and ROI.
Gemini Cooperation 2025: Possible Impacts on International Shipping
Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk joined forces to form the Gemini Cooperation to enhance their shipping operations but with challenges to other shippers.
How the US Port Fees May Create Chaos in Global Shipping Dynamics
Experts warn that the impending US port fee will cripple global maritime operations and undermine the existing sustainable shipping practices.
BlackRock Clinches Panama Canal Ownership in a $23Billion Deal
On March 4, 2025, CK Hutchison indicated it has sold all its shares in Panama Canal ports to a consortium led by BlackRock in a $23billion deal.
How Trump’s Tariffs Can Stymie the Shipping Industry in 2025
President Trump’s tariffs on goods imported from China (20%), the European Union and others are estimated to affect well over $1 trillion worth of goods being moved by U.S. trading partners.