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HII Turns to AI to Revolutionize U.S. Naval Shipbuilding
Defense
July 1, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

HII Turns to AI to Revolutionize U.S. Naval Shipbuilding

America’s largest military shipbuilder HII and enterprise AI software company C3 AI have announced an expanded strategic partnership aimed at accelerating shipbuilding throughput through artificial intelligence implementation at HII’s Newport...
Shell Launches Canada’s First LNG Exports to Feed Growing Asian Demand
News
July 1, 2025
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Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Shell Launches Canada’s First LNG Exports to Feed Growing Asian Demand

(Bloomberg) — Shell Plc has started exports from Canada’s first liquefied natural gas project, helping to meet rising Asian demand and extending its position in the global LNG market. The first...
Britain’s Crown Estate Reports Profit of 1.15B Pounds, Led by Offshore Wind
Offshore
July 1, 2025
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Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Britain’s Crown Estate Reports Profit of 1.15B Pounds, Led by Offshore Wind

The Crown Estate, which manages King Charles' public property, reported an annual net profit of 1.15 billion pounds ($1.57 billion) on Tuesday, similar to the previous year, with offshore wind leases its biggest source of revenue.
Finland Implements Historic Ban on Ship Wastewater Discharges in Baltic Sea
Shipping
July 1, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Finland Implements Historic Ban on Ship Wastewater Discharges in Baltic Sea

Finland’s groundbreaking ban on sewage and open-circuit scrubber wastewater discharges in its territorial waters takes effect today, making it the first nation globally to implement such comprehensive wastewater regulations for...
Limpet Mine Eyed in Tanker Blast Off Libya’s Coast
Shipping
July 1, 2025
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Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Limpet Mine Eyed in Tanker Blast Off Libya’s Coast

A limpet mine may have caused a blast that damaged a Greek tanker sailing off Libya's coast last week, the fifth such incident to hit commercial shipping in the region in recent months, maritime security sources said on Tuesday.
Private Equity Acquires Majority Stake in Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, Plans €1B Expansion
Shipping
July 1, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Private Equity Acquires Majority Stake in Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, Plans €1B Expansion

European private equity firm InfraVia Capital Partners has acquired an 80% majority stake in renowned maritime group Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) through its InfraVia European Fund VI, with the Louis-Dreyfus...

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Nuclear-Powered Cargo Ships Promise Cleaner, Faster Transport
Shipbuilding
June 18, 2025
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Bloomberg
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gCaptain

Nuclear-Powered Cargo Ships Promise Cleaner, Faster Transport

(Bloomberg) — The commercial shipping industry is chasing a novel carbon-free propulsion technology as it pursues a lofty climate goal: nuclear power. Shipping accounts for more planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions than...
Oil Tanker Market Signals More Middle East Energy Disruption Ahead
News
June 18, 2025
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Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Oil Tanker Market Signals More Middle East Energy Disruption Ahead

While global energy markets are not yet pricing in worst-case scenarios for the Israel-Iran war, oil tanker rates are providing a good real-time gauge of the escalating risks.
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Holds Steady Despite Tanker Collision, Widespread Electronic Jamming
Shipping
June 18, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Strait of Hormuz Shipping Holds Steady Despite Tanker Collision, Widespread Electronic Jamming

The Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) has reported that regional threat levels remain SIGNIFICANT amid ongoing strikes between Iran and Israel, with maritime threat levels ELEVATED due to potential impacts...
India Files Criminal Charges Over Deadly Containership Explosion
Accidents
June 18, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

India Files Criminal Charges Over Deadly Containership Explosion

Indian authorities have launched criminal case against the owner, master, and crew of the Singapore-flagged container vessel Wan Hai 503 following a major fire and explosion incident that left four...
Iran’s Oil Exports Soar as Israel Attack Prompts Cargo Clearout
News
June 18, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Iran’s Oil Exports Soar as Israel Attack Prompts Cargo Clearout

Iran’s oil exports have jumped since the nation came under attack from Israel on Friday, according to a firm that specializes in monitoring clandestine shipping. The Islamic Republic exported an average of 2.33 million barrels a day since June 13, according to data from TankerTrackers.com. That’s an increase off 44% compared with the year through June 12. The lion’s share of that oil comes from Kharg Island, home to a cluster of storage tanks that are critical infrastructure for Iran.
U.S. West Coast Ports See Sharp Decline Amid Tariff Impacts, But Summer Surge Expected
Ports
June 17, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. West Coast Ports See Sharp Decline Amid Tariff Impacts, But Summer Surge Expected

The Port of Long Beach experienced a significant 8.2% decline in cargo throughput in May, processing 639,160 TEUs as tariffs continue to impact global trade flows. The neighboring Port of...
Phantom Tankers: GPS Interference Roils Gulf Shipping
Shipping
June 17, 2025
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Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Phantom Tankers: GPS Interference Roils Gulf Shipping

The Front Tyne oil tanker was sailing through the Gulf between Iran and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday when just past 9:40 a.m. shiptracking data appeared to show the massive vessel in Russia, in fields better known for barley and sugar beets.
War Risk Premiums for Israel Surge as Conflict With Iran Escalates
Shipping
June 17, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

War Risk Premiums for Israel Surge as Conflict With Iran Escalates

War risk insurance premiums for shipments to Israel are as much as three times higher than a week ago as the war between Israel and Iran entered its fifth day, industry sources said on Tuesday.
Oil Freight Rates Jump in Mideast as Iran Conflict Fans Risk
Shipping
June 17, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Oil Freight Rates Jump in Mideast as Iran Conflict Fans Risk

Oil-shipping rates for Middle Eastern routes have spiked after some tanker owners and managers paused offering vessels as they assess risks from Israel’s conflict with Iran, fueling concerns over flows from the region.
Britain Targets Putin’s Shadow Fleet in Sweeping G7 Sanctions
Shipping
June 17, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Britain Targets Putin’s Shadow Fleet in Sweeping G7 Sanctions

The United Kingdom has announced a significant maritime sanctions package targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, with 20 oil tankers now under restrictions as part of broader economic measures announced at the...
Israel-Iran War Already Taking Toll on Oil and Gas Sector
Shipping
June 17, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Israel-Iran War Already Taking Toll on Oil and Gas Sector

Critical energy infrastructure in Israel and Iran has not escaped unscathed from the first few days of the countries' escalated conflict. Worst-case scenarios have yet to be realized, but the war is already having a notable impact on energy production and exports in both countries.
EU Proposal to Ban Russian Gas Set for Heated Negotiations
News
June 17, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

EU Proposal to Ban Russian Gas Set for Heated Negotiations

The European Union’s proposed ban on all Russian gas by the end of 2027 sets the stage for heated debate, with some member states nervous it will boost energy prices and cost companies millions of euros in legal fees.