1. V.Group steps up fuel efficiency with acquisition of Njord
V.Group has acquired Njord, a digital performance and fuel-efficiency specialist, to strengthen its data-driven approach to vessel optimisation. The move supports improved emissions monitoring and operational efficiency across managed fleets.
https://www.seanews.co.uk/maritime/v-group-steps-up-fuel-efficiency-with-acquisition-of-njord
2. Eastern Pacific back for more ammonia carriers at Jiangnan
Eastern Pacific Shipping has returned to Jiangnan Shipyard with an order for additional ammonia-ready gas carriers. The deal underlines growing owner interest in future-fuel tonnage aligned with decarbonisation strategies.
https://splash247.com/eastern-pacific-back-for-more-ammonia-carriers-at-jiangnan/
3. Venezuela crisis widens gap between mainstream and grey tonnage
Sanctions pressure on Venezuela is further separating compliant tanker fleets from so-called grey tonnage. Operators face increasing commercial and regulatory divergence in crude transport markets.
https://splash247.com/venezuela-crisis-widens-gap-between-mainstream-and-grey-tonnage/
4. Baltic cable probe widens as Latvia finds no link to inspected ship
Latvian authorities have found no evidence linking an inspected vessel to recent Baltic Sea cable damage. Investigations continue as regional scrutiny of subsea infrastructure security intensifies.
https://splash247.com/baltic-cable-probe-widens-as-latvia-finds-no-link-to-inspected-ship/
5. South Korea puts Arctic shipping on policy map with first boxship trial
South Korea has elevated Arctic shipping to national policy level and plans its first container ship trial via the Northern Sea Route. The move signals strategic interest in alternative Asia–Europe trade corridors.
https://splash247.com/south-korea-puts-arctic-shipping-on-policy-map-with-first-boxship-trial/
6. Russia oil cargo earlier linked to Reliance discharges elsewhere
A Russian oil cargo previously associated with Reliance Industries has reportedly been discharged at a different location. The case highlights the complexity of tracking sanctioned crude movements.
https://gcaptain.com/russia-oil-cargo-earlier-linked-to-reliance-discharges-elsewhere/
7. Venezuelan oil shunned by China as offers get more expensive
Chinese buyers are increasingly avoiding Venezuelan crude as pricing and sanction-related risks rise. The shift is affecting tanker demand and regional oil trade flows.
https://gcaptain.com/venezuelan-oil-shunned-by-china-as-offers-get-more-expensive/
8. Fatal South China Sea collision: fatigue and disabled alarms behind deadly tanker crash
An investigation into a deadly tanker collision in the South China Sea found crew fatigue and disabled safety alarms were key contributing factors. Regulators are expected to tighten oversight following the findings.
9. Kawasaki Heavy Industries to build world’s largest liquefied hydrogen carrier
Kawasaki Heavy Industries has announced plans to build the world’s largest liquefied hydrogen carrier. The vessel is intended to support future large-scale hydrogen supply chains.
10. XT Shipping linked to four boxship deal at Hengli
XT Shipping has been linked to a deal for four new container ships at Hengli Shipbuilding. The potential order reflects continued investment in boxship capacity despite market volatility.
https://splash247.com/xt-shipping-linked-to-four-boxship-deal-at-hengli/