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Davie Shipyard Begins Construction of Canada’s Flagship Polar Max Icebreaker
Defense
August 20, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Davie Shipyard Begins Construction of Canada’s Flagship Polar Max Icebreaker

Davie shipyard has officially commenced construction on Canada’s flagship Polar Max icebreaker, marking a significant milestone in the country’s Arctic capabilities development. The steel cutting ceremony, held today in Lévis,...
Russia Expects India to Keep Buying Its Oil and Seeks China-India-Russia Talks
Shipping
August 20, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Russia Expects India to Keep Buying Its Oil and Seeks China-India-Russia Talks

Russia expects to continue supplying oil to India despite warnings from the United States, Russian embassy officials in New Delhi said on Wednesday, adding that Moscow hopes trilateral talks will soon take place with India and China.
Hurricane Erin Strengthens Near U.S. East Coast, Poses Significant Maritime Threat
News
August 20, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Hurricane Erin Strengthens Near U.S. East Coast, Poses Significant Maritime Threat

Hurricane Erin has intensified to near-major hurricane strength with maximum sustained winds of 110 mph while moving northward through the western Atlantic, the National Hurricane Center reported Wednesday morning. The...
Fire Breaks Out on USS New Orleans Off Okinawa
Defense
August 20, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Fire Breaks Out on USS New Orleans Off Okinawa

A U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock ship, USS New Orleans (LPD-18), suffered a fire off the coast of Okinawa, Japan on Wednesday, prompting a coordinated international response from both U.S....
External Firefighters Join Marie Maersk Crew in Battle Against Container Fire Off West Africa
Accidents
August 20, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

External Firefighters Join Marie Maersk Crew in Battle Against Container Fire Off West Africa

External firefighter crews have joined the Marie Maersk’s crew in actively combating a fire that broke out aboard the vessel one week ago, according to the latest update released today....
India’s Nayara Turns to Dark Fleet and Russian Oil for Survival
News
August 20, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

India’s Nayara Turns to Dark Fleet and Russian Oil for Survival

One month after being hit by European Union sanctions, India’s Nayara Energy Ltd. is relying on a growing pool of dark-fleet tankers to transport its products, and a narrowing menu of crude imports to keep its operations running.

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4 Remain Missing After Explosions Rock Singapore-Flagged Containership Off India
Accidents
June 9, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

4 Remain Missing After Explosions Rock Singapore-Flagged Containership Off India

Four people remain missing after a major fire on a Singapore-flagged containership off the southwest coast of India. Multiple explosions and fires erupted aboard the Singapore-flagged container vessel MV WAN...
Fire Continues to Burn on Car Carrier Morning Midas as First Salvage Tug Expected to Arrive
Accidents
June 9, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Fire Continues to Burn on Car Carrier Morning Midas as First Salvage Tug Expected to Arrive

The car carrier Morning Midas continues to burn off Alaska’s coast as the first of three salvage tugs is expected to arrive on scene today. The vessel has been burning...
Israeli Forces Seize Gaza Aid Boat Carrying Greta Thunberg
News
June 9, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Israeli Forces Seize Gaza Aid Boat Carrying Greta Thunberg

Israeli naval forces boarded and seized a charity vessel carrying Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, which had tried to break the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip on Monday.
U.S. Import Surge Expected as Retailers Rush to Beat Tariff Deadline
Ports
June 9, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Import Surge Expected as Retailers Rush to Beat Tariff Deadline

Import cargo volumes at major U.S. container ports are expected to surge through the summer months as retailers rush to take advantage of temporarily reduced tariffs on Chinese goods. The...
Explosions, Fires on Cargo Ship Off India’s Kerala Coast
Accidents
June 9, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Explosions, Fires on Cargo Ship Off India’s Kerala Coast

Multiple explosions and fires erupted on a cargo ship bound for India's financial capital Mumbai on Monday, causing 40 containers to fall into the Arabian Sea and forcing several crew members to jump overboard to escape the flames, officials said.
Japan’s Taiyo Oil Imports Russian Crude on US-Sanctioned Tanker
News
June 9, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Japan’s Taiyo Oil Imports Russian Crude on US-Sanctioned Tanker

The Japanese oil refiner Taiyo Oil Co. is taking delivery of a cargo of Russian crude on a tanker that’s blacklisted by both the US Treasury and the European Union.
Taiwan Coast Guard, Military Drill To Better Face China’s ‘Grey Zone’ Threat
Defense
June 8, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Taiwan Coast Guard, Military Drill To Better Face China’s ‘Grey Zone’ Threat

By Ben Blanchard KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan, June 8 (Reuters) – Taiwan’s coast guard held drills with the military on Sunday to better practice joint operations in the face of what the government in Taipei says...
Israel Orders Military To Stop Gaza Bound Aid Ship
News
June 8, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Israel Orders Military To Stop Gaza Bound Aid Ship

By Crispian Balmer JERUSALEM, June 8 (Reuters) – Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz told the military on Sunday to stop a charity boat carrying activists including Sweden’s Greta Thunberg who are planning to defy...
USTR Seeks Industry Input on Section 301 Maritime Trade Proposal Changes
Shipping
June 8, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

USTR Seeks Industry Input on Section 301 Maritime Trade Proposal Changes

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has opened a public comment period regarding proposed modifications to its Section 301 trade actions targeting China’s maritime sector dominance. The...
Captain Cook’s Long-Lost Ship Confirmed in Newport Harbor
News
June 8, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Captain Cook’s Long-Lost Ship Confirmed in Newport Harbor

The Australian National Maritime Museum (ANMM) has released its final report confirming the discovery of one of maritime history’s most significant vessels – HMS Endeavour – in Newport Harbor, Rhode...
Taiwan Accuses China Of Carrying Out ‘Provocative’ Military Patrol
News
June 7, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Taiwan Accuses China Of Carrying Out ‘Provocative’ Military Patrol

By Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, June 6 (Reuters) – Taiwan accused China on Friday of raising tensions in the region with a “provocative” military patrol involving warplanes and warships near the island, an...
Octopus Invasion In English Channel Shows Risks From Warming Seas
News
June 7, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Octopus Invasion In English Channel Shows Risks From Warming Seas

By Joe Wertz May 30, 2025 (Bloomberg) –Some English fishermen have hit the jackpot this season, hauling in tons of octopus, but the invasion of the eight-legged molluscs also highlights the...