Ocean Alliance has chosen a period of crisis and flux to emphasise the container lines’ commitment to stability and cooperation by announcing an extension to the grouping of five years, from 2027.
The ABS Middle East Committee meeting brought shipping leaders together to discuss regulatory changes, market based measures, energy efficiency technologies and the key role of people in the energy transition.
Two medium gas carrier newbuildings being built for Exmar LPG at South Korea’s Hyundai Mipo Dockyard are to have Wärtsilä Gas Solutions’ Ammonia Fuel Supply Systems installed.
Yet another attack on commercial vessels in the Red Sea/Gulf of Aden region, this time on the US flagged chemical tanker Torm Thor, again emphasises the difficulty in protecting trading routes from missile and drone attacks.