Maritime News

Reports, port developments and industry updates — AI-assisted, sources cited.

Offshore & Energy

$30 billion LNG project nears final investment decision

Saipem confirms preliminary award, signaling progress on Mozambique’s multibillion-dollar LNG project. Analysis follows.

08 Aug 2026
Shipyards & Repair

TOTE mobilises US shipyards for Navy landing ship program

TOTE Services launches a nationwide network to support the construction of eight Medium Landing Ships, leveraging over 30 suppliers and shipbuilders.

08 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety

India condemns attack on Red Sea cargo vessel

Indian-registered commercial vessel capsized in the Red Sea; all 14 crew rescued after attack. Analysis follows.

08 Aug 2026
Ports & Logistics

US container import peak winds down after tariff-driven rush

Analysis shows a decline in U.S. container imports as shippers move cargo ahead of tariff deadlines, leading to a cooling off of the early peak season.

08 Aug 2026
Ports & Logistics

Panama Canal reduces draft limits as El Niño intensifies

The Panama Canal Authority has lowered the maximum draft for Neopanamax locks due to falling water levels, impacting large ships' transit.

07 Aug 2026
Market & Companies

US sanctions lead to SeaLead Shipping's liquidation

Former high-growth container carrier SeaLead Shipping has ceased trading after facing US sanctions, marking the end of its operations.

07 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety

NTSB: Pilot’s Personal Phone Call Contributed to Fatal Collision in Houston Ship Channel

A Houston pilot's extended personal cell phone call and lookout failures led to a fatal 2024 collision, according to the NTSB report. Four crew members were rescued.

07 Aug 2026