World News

Oil Set For Double-Digit Weekly Drop As Increased Gulf Flows Contribute To Global Glut

Meanwhile, Iran claims it is a "principal architect" of regional order.

6 Nov 2026

Alfa Laval to Acquire Maritime Software Provider NAVTOR

The $700 million deal is expected to be closed in early next year.

6 Nov 2026

Becker Marine Systems Tests Technology to Improve Efficiency of Airbus Wind-Assisted Ship

The daggerboard system is designed to improve wind propulsion efficiency and help reduce fuel consumption.

6 Nov 2026

Container Shipping Emissions Intensity Varies by Up to 35% Between Carriers: VesselBot

VesselBot says emissions intensity improved across five of six vessel-size categories.

6 Nov 2026

BUNKER JOBS: Uni-Fuels Seeks Senior Bunker Traders in Dubai and Copenhagen

The company is looking for experienced candidates with a performance-driven track record.

6 Nov 2026

Singapore and Norway Launch Joint Research Grant to Support Shipping Decarbonisation

Singapore and Norway have launched their third joint maritime research grant call.

6 Nov 2026

Oil Claws Back Historic Losses As Analysts Decide They're Not So Sure of Middle East Peace After All

One pundit suggests a limited strike on Iran followed by withdrawal might be the best option for the U.S.

5 Nov 2026

INTERVIEW: Rotterdam Retains Biofuel Advantage Despite RED III Market Shift: Burando

Burando's head of decarbonisation strategies Nick de Haan discusses Rotterdam's biofuel market, the impact of RED III and the outlook for sustainable marine fuels.

5 Nov 2026

Wartsila to Supply Dual-Fuel Engines for US Floating LNG Production Vessel

The company will supply three dual-fuel engines along with other systems.

5 Nov 2026

MPA and Qingdao Port Explore Alternative Fuels Bunkering Pilots

MPA and Qingdao Port have signed a work plan to advance green and digital shipping cooperation.

5 Nov 2026

Tanker Attacked Off the Coast of Qatar

The incident happened 50 nautical miles North of Madinat ash Shamal.

5 Nov 2026

Maersk Q3 Bunker Consumption Down 6.3% Year on Year on Partial Return to Suez Canal

The company reported a 37% increase in bunker costs in Q3 amid higher fuel prices linked to the Middle East war.

5 Nov 2026

Climate NGOs Think Democrats' Midterm Victory Could Influence US Stance on NZF

The US has opposed the Net Zero Framework, but climate NGOs say the Democrats’ midterm gains could signal greater support for the framework.

5 Nov 2026

IMO Council Recommends Arsenio Dominguez for Second Term as Secretary-General

Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez took office in January 2024 for an initial four-year term.

5 Nov 2026

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report 2026: Week 44

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from October 29 – November 4, 2026.

5 Nov 2026

Oil in 9% Freefall As Analysts Presume Iran War Will Be Stopped By U.S. Democrat Takeover

However, at least one pundit says military escalation is the likelier outcome.

4 Nov 2026

NatPower Marine and ZEBOX Partner on Shore Power

NatPower Marine has joined CMA CGM-backed ZEBOX to accelerate shore power and other energy infrastructure projects for ports and shipping.

4 Nov 2026

WSC Joins Call to Permanently Suspend US Port Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships

The coalition welcomed the extension of the suspension until January 9, 2027, but called for a permanent halt to the fees.

4 Nov 2026

Oil Continues Downward As Peace Hopes Defy Iran's Refusal To Budge From Demands

Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine set date for peace talks.

3 Nov 2026

Air Lubrication Firm Silverstream Joins MMMCZCS

Silverstream will share its expertise to support the center's work on energy efficiency and reducing shipping emissions.

3 Nov 2026