- Columbia Group announces strategic expansion with new integrated maritime services hub in India
Columbia Group has unveiled plans to establish a new integrated maritime services hub in India as part of its global expansion strategy. The hub will consolidate ship management, crewing, training, and digital services to support the growing Indian and regional maritime market.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/01/20/columbia-group-announces-strategic-expansion-with-new-integrated-maritime-services-hub-in-india/ - IMO welcomes entry into force of the BBNJ Agreement
The International Maritime Organization has welcomed the entry into force of the BBNJ Agreement, which focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity beyond national jurisdiction. The agreement is seen as a major step in strengthening global ocean governance and environmental protection.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/01/20/imo-welcomes-entry-into-force-of-the-bbnj-agreement/ - Supermaritime Nederland BV appoints Milan Tevel as new general manager and expands warehouse capacity
Supermaritime Nederland BV has appointed Milan Tevel as its new general manager as part of a broader growth strategy. The company has also expanded its warehouse capacity to meet rising demand and improve logistics efficiency.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/01/20/supermaritime-nederland-bv-appoints-milan-tevel-as-new-general-manager-and-expands-warehouse-capacity/ - Port Houston anchors in the historic Fifth Ward with opening of new port administration building
Port Houston has officially opened a new port administration building located in Houston’s historic Fifth Ward. The move reinforces the port’s long-term commitment to the local community and modernisation of its administrative operations.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/01/20/port-houston-anchors-in-the-historic-fifth-ward-with-opening-of-new-port-administration-building/ - Performance locks in long-term aframax cover
Performance Shipping has secured long-term employment for one of its aframax tankers, providing revenue visibility amid volatile tanker markets. The deal reflects continued charterer interest in medium-sized crude carriers.
https://splash247.com/performance-locks-in-long-term-aframax-cover/ - AD Ports buys into Spanish shipbuilding with Astilleros Balenciaga takeover
AD Ports Group has entered the European shipbuilding sector through the acquisition of Spain’s Astilleros Balenciaga. The move supports AD Ports’ strategy to expand its maritime industrial footprint beyond the Middle East.
https://splash247.com/ad-ports-buys-into-spanish-shipbuilding-with-astilleros-balenciaga-takeover/ - James Fisher buys stake in US autonomous vessel specialist
James Fisher has acquired a stake in a US-based autonomous vessel specialist, strengthening its position in maritime technology and offshore innovation. The investment reflects growing interest in uncrewed and remote-controlled marine operations.
https://splash247.com/james-fisher-buys-stake-in-us-autonomous-vessel-specialist/ - Greenland control and tariffs threaten to destabilise transatlantic shipping
Potential changes in control over Greenland and the introduction of new tariffs are being flagged as risks to transatlantic shipping stability. Analysts warn that geopolitical shifts could disrupt established trade routes and cost structures.
https://splash247.com/greenland-control-and-tariffs-threaten-to-destabilise-transatlantic-shipping/ - Federal judge upholds Jones Act, tossing Hawaii rum makers’ challenge
A US federal judge has upheld the Jones Act, rejecting a legal challenge brought by Hawaii-based rum producers. The ruling reinforces long-standing cabotage rules governing domestic maritime transport in the United States.
https://gcaptain.com/federal-judge-upholds-jones-act-tossing-hawaii-rum-makers-challenge/ - U.S. forces seize sanctioned tanker Sagitta in Caribbean, marking seventh vessel captured
US forces have seized the sanctioned tanker Sagitta in the Caribbean, marking the seventh vessel captured in recent enforcement actions. The operation highlights increased efforts to clamp down on sanctions evasion in maritime trade.
https://gcaptain.com/u-s-forces-seize-sanctioned-tanker-sagitta-in-caribbean-marking-seventh-vessel-captured/