The capacity of the global fleet has increased to reach a historic high, continuing its steady growth. In 2024 alone, the world fleet grew by
On 17 April, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) formalized a sweeping tariff initiative under Section 301 of the Trade Act, designed to counteract China’s systemic
The dry bulk market is navigating through turbulent times, with a series of concerning news coming from China and the ongoing trade war. As the
As is well known, the new Trump’s administration is now implementing a series of economic measures designed to once again crown the United States as
More than a year has passed since the start of the Red Sea conflict, although we are still unable to measure all its impact or
The spread between High Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO) and Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO) serves as a key barometer in the global shipping and refining
SLOTHSEA Chart of the week – Beyond Shipping: Carriers’ Expanding Terminal Footprint The recent acquisition of a large portion of Hutchison Ports Holding by
Every year, fires aboard ships result in loss of life and significant damage to the vessels themselves. Most onboard fires originate in the engine room,
With the recent truce between Israel and Hamas, a phase of reflection has begun on how this agreement might affect the stability of the broader
The 2024 transit season on the Northern Sea Route (NSR) has reached unprecedented levels, confirming its status as an increasingly vital corridor for trade, particularly
