Russian-linked tanker crew accused in Finland-Estonia undersea cable sabotage probe
Finnish authorities have formally accused senior officers aboard the Eagle S, an oil tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet, of criminal misconduct following significant damage to vital undersea infrastructure between Finland and Estonia late last year. The incident, which took place on December 25, 2024, involved the severing of the Estlink-2 power cable and communication […]
GPS jamming on the rise as Israel-Iran conflict enters fourth day
The conflict between Israel and Iran stretched into a fourth consecutive day on Monday, rattling global energy markets and placing the maritime industry on edge. While Israeli airstrikes have so far avoided directly targeting Iran’s crude oil infrastructure, a reported explosion at a natural gas plant near the massive South Pars field over the weekend […]
New crane collapses at Singapore’s Tuas port
On Sunday afternoon, a new quay crane at Singapore’s Tuas port tipped over while it was being delivered to a non-operational berth. There were no injuries or fatalities. No damage has been assessed to adjacent port equipment and facilities. All of PSA Singapore’s current operational berths remain fully accessible, and all port operations and port […]
John Denholm to succeed Emanuele Grimaldi at ICS
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the global lobby group for shipowners, has announced the appointment of John Denholm as its chairman-designate, set to succeed Emanuele Grimaldi. Denholm, a long-standing board member representing the UK and current vice chair of ICS, is also chairman of J&J Denholm, a diversified, family-owned group with operations across shipping, […]
Blending ancient statues with modern port infrastructure
Ports with ancient statues offer a unique blend of commerce and culture, making them attractive not just for shipping but also for tourism and investment. These heritage-rich ports enhance their commercial appeal by combining modern infrastructure with historic allure, attracting both logistics partners and global travelers. We tasked an AI software to generate such a scenario, […]
Survey paints a picture of how ships will operate in 2035
A recent survey carried by Splash and Inmarsat, published in Ship Concept 2035, reveals a maritime industry poised for profound change by the next decade, driven by accelerating technological advancements. While optimism abounds for enhanced safety and efficiency, significant challenges remain concerning workforce adaptation, energy transition, and the ability of global legislation to keep pace. […]
ADNOC-led consortium makes $18.7bn takeover bid for Santos
Australian energy major Santos has received a non-binding takeover proposal from a consortium led by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). The takeover offer by a consortium of ADNOC subsidiary XRG, Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company, and Carlyle received early endorsement from the Santos board. The proposal is for the acquisition of all the […]
Geoquip Marine extends survey vessel charter for five more years
Swiss-based offshore geotechnical data acquisition specialist Geoquip Marine has extended the charter agreement for the 2017-built geotechnical survey vessel Dina Polaris from Myklebusthaug. Under the agreement, the vessel will remain part of Geoquip’s operational fleet through to 2030. The vessel has been with the company since its delivery. To date, the vessel has completed over […]
Cochin port to support Oil India’s offshore drilling
The Cochin Port Authority and oil and gas player Oil India Limited have signed a memorandum of understanding for using the port as the new shore support base for the company’s offshore oil exploration activities. The agreement will provide logistical support for Oil India’s upcoming offshore drilling operations, set to begin in late 2025. The […]
DP World eyes Port Saint John as new shipping gateway
The announcement by Port Saint John’s CEO, Craig Bell Estabrooks, regarding DP World and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) exploring opportunities to diversify imports at its waterfront terminal carries both geopolitical and operational significance. The Canadian port’s strategic location at the mouth of the Saint John River, with its year-round ice-free status and extreme tidal […]