IMO Seeks Affordable Underwater Noise Monitoring for Ships
A new proposal to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) seeks to reduce the cost of underwater radiated noise (URN) measurement across the global shipping fleet.
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MSC Considers Investment in Pakistan’s Port Infrastructure
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), one of the world’s largest container shipping operators, is exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan’s ports, shipping and logistics sector.
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Tanker Collision Injures 32 in New Orleans
A tanker collision with a river cruise ship on the Mississippi River in New Orleans injured 32 people on Friday, November 13.
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First North Atlantic Right Whale Calf of 2026 Spotted Off Florida Coast
The first North Atlantic right whale calf of the 2026–27 seasons has been spotted off Florida, marking the return of these critically endangered marine mammals to their southeastern US calving grounds.
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UAE Reopens Beaches after Tanker Oil Spill
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reopened several beaches in Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah after containing marine pollution caused by an oil spill from a tanker damaged in a suspected attack in the Gulf last month.
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Finland, Sweden and Norway Plan New Sea-Rail Freight Corridor
Finland, Sweden and Norway are planning a new sea-rail freight corridor to strengthen cross-border trade and provide an alternative freight transport route across Scandinavia.
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Trump Says US Does Not Need Iran Deal, Claims Control of Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has said the United States no longer needs an agreement with Iran, claiming Washington has significant leverage over Tehran, including control of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
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South Korea Targets Jinhae Port as Arctic Shipping Hub
South Korea is seeking to position Jinhae New Port as a future Arctic shipping hub, linking major port infrastructure development with opportunities in international shipping, maritime logistics, shipbuilding, and marine technology.
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NIMASA, China MSA Sign Maritime Cooperation MoU
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and China Maritime Safety Administration (China MSA) have signed a maritime cooperation agreement to strengthen maritime safety, technical collaboration and bilateral relations between Nigeria and China.
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Malaysia Detains Gambia-Flagged Cargo Ship over Illegal Anchoring off Perak
Malaysian maritime authorities have detained a Gambia-flagged cargo ship suspected of unauthorised anchoring in Malaysian waters off Perak, following a maritime surveillance operation by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).
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MCA Seeks Industry Feedback on Pleasure Vessel Rules and Maritime Safety
The UK’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched a 12-week call for evidence seeking feedback on the definition of pleasure vessels, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen maritime safety.
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Saudi Delegation Explores $5.4bn Karachi Port Investment
A high-level Saudi business delegation led by Prince Mansour bin Muhammad Al-Saud has expressed interest in Karachi port investment, terminal infrastructure expansion, logistics connectivity and green port initiatives, as Pakistan seeks to attract foreign investment and strengthen its maritime trade infrastructure.
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EU Invests €50 Million in Black Sea Maritime Security Hub
The European Union has pledged €50 million to strengthen Black Sea maritime security, supporting the development of a regional security hub in Constanța, Romania, and Varna, Bulgaria.
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Lloyd’s Register, MAWANI Partner on Saudi Port Development
Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s maritime sector, port management and digital transformation.
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Iran Reports Three Tankers Hit Near Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it struck three tankers near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, alleging links between the vessels and the United States.
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