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December 10, 2025
Fitch Ratings: Global Shipping Outlook Is Deteriorating in 2026
LONDON: Fitch Ratings has maintained its deteriorating outlook for the global shipping sector, reflecting geopolitical and policy risks, according to an Outlook report released today. The sector will also be affected by the lower
December 10, 2025
Lloyd’s Register and Latsco chart a new digital course for ship classification
This breakthrough marks a decisive step forward in the digitalisation of ship classification and compliance. LONDON: Lloyd’s Register (LR) and Latsco have successfully completed a proof-of-concept for a new standard in digital class assurance with data-driven surveys. This collaboration aims to demonstrate how verified operational
December 9, 2025
Luka Koper and Samsara Group sign cooperation agreement to strengthen port representation in India
MUMBAI : In a significant development for India–Europe maritime connectivity, Luka Koper (Port of Koper), Slovenia’s premier multipurpose port, has entered into an Agreement on Business Cooperation with Samsara Group, a leading maritime and
December 9, 2025
India moves toward its own Bharat Container Shipping Line as Ports, SCI & CONCOR align
NEW DELHI : India is preparing to take a major leap toward maritime self-reliance with the planned launch of the Bharat Container Shipping Line, a new national carrier that will be jointly promoted by
December 9, 2025
Maersk to trial 50/50 ethanol-methanol blend
COPENHAGEN : Maersk has announced that building on a successful initial trial, the company will now blend 50% ethanol with 50% methanol in a test onboard the vessel Laura Mærsk. Maersk continues to explore
December 9, 2025
Baltic Index extends Losses on Weaker Rates across All Segments
LONDON: The Baltic Exchange’s Dry Bulk Sea Freight index, which tracks rates for vessels transporting dry bulk commodities, extended losses on Monday, weighed down by weaker rates across all vessel segments. The main index,
December 8, 2025
U.S. team led by Deputy USTR Switzer to visit India from December 10-12 to discuss tariffs
NEW DELHI: A team of negotiators from the U.S. will visit India on December 10-12 to take forward talks on the first tranche, dealing with tariffs, of a Bilateral Trade Agreement between the two
December 8, 2025
Hapag-Lloyd CEO: Shipping industry’s return to Suez will be gradual
HAMBURG: There is no specific timeline for when the shipping industry will resume sailing through the Suez Canal, but any return would be gradual, the Chief Executive of Hapag-Lloyd, the world’s fifth-largest container company,
December 8, 2025