Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) has reported significant progress in developing ammonia-fueled commercial shipping engines. The company is set to ship its first engine in October for installation on a gas carrier, joining other major manufacturers like MAN and WinGD in…
Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Industry, concluded his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) with a tour of the Islamic Jeddah Port. Key Highlights Port Tour New Initiatives Egypt’s Maritime…
The USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), a Blue Ridge-class command and control ship, recently docked in Tunis, Tunisia, for a scheduled port visit. This strategic stop reinforced the enduring partnership between the United States and Tunisia, highlighting their shared commitment…
The Metals Company (TMC), a Canadian mining firm, has seen its shares surge after reports emerged that President Donald Trump plans to create a federal stockpile of rare-earth minerals retrieved from the seabed. Here’s what’s driving this development ¹: Key…
Russia’s alleged involvement in planting subsea listening devices near the UK has sparked concern, with the Royal Navy tracking Russian spy vessels in the English Channel. The devices are believed to be acoustic monitors designed to track the movements of…
The US is considering reactivating the naval airbase at Adak, a remote Cold War station in the Aleutian Islands. Here’s what’s happening ¹: Key Points Implications Next Steps Image above: The small harbor at Adak, Alaska, 2015 (Paxson Woelber /…
The Iranian Navy, also known as Nedaja, has seemingly withdrawn from the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden station after maintaining a continuous presence in the area since 2008. This development coincides with the deployment of two US Carrier Strike…
The South African parliamentary committee is making progress on the Marine Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Cooperation Bill. Here’s a summary [none]: This development demonstrates the committee’s efforts to protect South Africa’s marine environment through effective legislation. Medicinal herbs that…
A Bangladeshi-owned bulk carrier was recently hijacked by Somali pirates, signaling a troubling resurgence of maritime piracy. The incident occurred in the western Indian Ocean, an area once infamous for piracy but relatively quiet in recent years. This renewed threat…
The Seychelles Port Authority (SPA) gathered today for a heartfelt send-off as they bid farewell to Mr. David Bianchi, the Director of Strategy, during a brief yet emotional ceremony held at the SPA conference room. The occasion follows the official…