Tawazun Council and Mubadala Investment Company are partnering to reshape the aerospace landscape with a cutting-edge aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Al Ain. This strategic collaboration underscores the UAE’s commitment to becoming a global aerospace leader and will significantly contribute to the nation’s economy. Announced at IDEX 2025, this landmark project […]
The Philippine Coast Guard has released a video of a new run-in with Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal, a Chinese-occupied flash point within the Philippine exclusive economic zone. This time, a Chinese helicopter flew to within 10 feet of a Philippine patrol plane, endangering both aircraft. At about 0700 hours Tuesday morning, the Philippine […]
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) is reporting the rescue of seafarers and the quick actions of the U.S. Coast Guard and a U.S. Navy ship to ensure the safety of the crew. According to the report, the U.S. Navy Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Devastator and U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Clarence Sutphin Jr. were operating in […]
The Italian authorities have a mystery on their hands after discovering two underwater holes in the hull of a Greek-owned tanker offloading at the port of Savona. Investigators are exploring terrorism or sabotage but will not rule out mechanical failures or previous collision damage. The Port Authority for Savona in Northern Italy issued a […]
The Trump administration has signed off on permitting approvals for two major oil and gas export projects on the U.S. Gulf Coast: the Texas GulfLink offshore oil loading terminal, and the Commonwealth LNG plant in Louisiana. Both projects had been awaiting approval for years under the Biden administration. Texas GulfLink (TGL) is one of several […]
Officials in Hong Kong are hailing the launch of bunkering operations to fuel LNG ships. It provides another competitive tool for the port which along with other major ports in the region including Singapore and Shanghai are offering LNG bunkering operations. Kunlun Energy Co., controlled by PetroChina, reported the first official bunkering operation on February […]
The battle lines are being drawn for the next round of alternative fuel debate and the steps that will contribute to the IMO’s emission reduction goals. A group of NGOs, including the well-known T & E (European Federation for Transport and Environment), joined with major shipping lines including Hapag-Lloyd calling for the IMO to exclude […]
The Canadian Coast Guard reports that resources are being marshaled while teams were beginning surveys of the MSC Baltic III (53,000 dwt) after the ship was driven aground in a strong winter storm on Saturday. Efforts are coordinating with the owners of the vessel and a hired salvage contractor to survey the ship after the […]
Core Power, a startup that is working to develop opportunities in the maritime sector using a new generation of advanced nuclear technology, outlined its vision to develop floating nuclear power plants that can be levered into nuclear-powered merchant shipping. The company will develop a U.S.-anchored maritime program named Liberty in honor of the mass-produced […]
Saudia Cargo has reaffirmed its position as a global air cargo leader following the successful conclusion of its annual Global Sales Agents (GSA) meeting. The event brought together key partners from around the world to align on the company’s 2025 strategic priorities, address evolving market challenges, and celebrate a year of significant achievements in 2024. […]
Nordisk Aviation (Nordisk), a leading provider of Unit Load Devices (“ULDs”), has signed an agreement with Emirates for the procurement of advanced fire-resistant AKE containers for baggage and cargo. The agreement will provide Emirates with up to 10,000 of Nordisk’s state-of-the-art AKE containers, designed to mitigate the risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires during transport. […]
Chapman Freeborn is continuing its aggressive expansion in the European market by today launching a new French operations base. Following a strategic restructure of its cargo operations team, appointment of a new general sales agent in Eastern Europe, and a new European music and entertainment division, the move further extends Chapman Freeborn’s offering across the continent. […]
