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DNV, Shipbuilding Giants Partner on Revolutionary Carbon Capture Technology for Marine Fuel Cells
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March 20, 2025
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

DNV, Shipbuilding Giants Partner on Revolutionary Carbon Capture Technology for Marine Fuel Cells

International classification society DNV has joined forces with HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hydrogen to develop innovative carbon capture technology for marine applications. The Joint...
Lloyd’s Register Abandoning Modern HQ for Historic Homecoming
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March 20, 2025
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Bloomberg
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gCaptain

Lloyd’s Register Abandoning Modern HQ for Historic Homecoming

Lloyd’s Register, the maritime society formed in a London coffee house in 1760, has put its modern glass headquarters up for sale as it prepares to move back into the property built to house it more than a century ago.
Russia and US to Discuss Black Sea Shipping on Monday
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March 20, 2025
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Reuters
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Russia and US to Discuss Black Sea Shipping on Monday

Russian and U.S. experts will discuss ways to ensure the safety of shipping in the Black Sea at talks on a possible Ukrainian peace settlement in Riyadh on Monday, the Kremlin said.
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese ‘Teapot’ Refinery and Shadow Fleet in Major Iranian Oil Crackdown
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March 20, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese ‘Teapot’ Refinery and Shadow Fleet in Major Iranian Oil Crackdown

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has launched a sweeping enforcement action targeting a Chinese “teapot” refinery and multiple shipping companies involved in Iranian...
Hapag-Lloyd Posts 19% Lower Net Profit in 2024, to Cut Dividend
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March 20, 2025
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Reuters
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gCaptain

Hapag-Lloyd Posts 19% Lower Net Profit in 2024, to Cut Dividend

Container shipping liner Hapag-Lloyd HLAG.DE on Thursday reported an 18.9% lower net profit for 2024 and proposed a 11.4% cut in its divided versus 2023, citing lower interest income and higher tax expenses.
Maritime Industry Warns USTR’s China Port Fees Could Sink U.S. Economy
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March 19, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Maritime Industry Warns USTR’s China Port Fees Could Sink U.S. Economy

Industry Leaders Sound Alarm: Proposed Tariffs on Chinese Ships Threaten Economic Shockwaves Across U.S. Trade Major maritime industry stakeholders are voicing strong opposition to the U.S. Trade Representative’s proposed Section...
European Shipping Commands 35% of Global Fleet, Critical for EU Security and Trade
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March 19, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

European Shipping Commands 35% of Global Fleet, Critical for EU Security and Trade

European shipping has emerged as a crucial geopolitical asset for the European Union, controlling 35% of the world’s fleet despite the EU representing only 15% of global GDP, according to...
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Ends, Heightening Maritime Security Risks in Red Sea and Gulf Regions
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March 18, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Ends, Heightening Maritime Security Risks in Red Sea and Gulf Regions

The Israel-Hamas ceasefire has officially ended on Tuesday, with Israel resuming offensive operations in the Gaza Strip, potentially escalating maritime security concerns across the Middle East. According to maritime security...
Crowley’s ‘American Energy’ Makes History as First US-Flagged LNG Carrier Serving Puerto Rico
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March 18, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Crowley’s ‘American Energy’ Makes History as First US-Flagged LNG Carrier Serving Puerto Rico

Crowley Maritime Corporation raised the U.S. flag today on the LNG carrier American Energy, marking a significant milestone as the first domestic vessel to transport U.S.-sourced liquefied natural gas to...
Bulk Carrier Owner Fined After Ignoring AMSA Safety Order
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March 17, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Bulk Carrier Owner Fined After Ignoring AMSA Safety Order

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has secured a legal victory after the Gladstone Magistrates Court fined Universal Shipping Alliance Ltd AUD $63,000 for failing to comply with a safety...
Australia’s Woodside Secures 15-Year LNG Supply Agreement with China
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March 17, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Australia’s Woodside Secures 15-Year LNG Supply Agreement with China

Australian energy giant Woodside has finalized a significant long-term LNG supply agreement with China Resources Gas International Limited, marking its first standalone long-term sale agreement with a Chinese customer. The...
ICS and CMI Launch Maritime Treaty Campaign to Combat Global Regulatory Gaps
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March 17, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

ICS and CMI Launch Maritime Treaty Campaign to Combat Global Regulatory Gaps

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and Comité Maritime International (CMI) have launched an updated campaign aimed at accelerating the ratification of critical maritime treaties, addressing growing concerns over regulatory...