Piracy remains at historic lows despite Somali concerns
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has reported the lowest level (51) of piracy and armed robbery incidents since 1992 in the first nine months of 2026. However, a recent resurgence of Somali piracy incidents highlights the continued risks facing seafarers....
Fincantieri launches world’s first hydrogen cruise ship
The Viking Libra, a new cruise ship under construction for Viking, was launched on 19 March at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard. It will be the world’s first cruise ship powered by hydrogen. The vessel is scheduled for delivery at the end of 2026. The cruise ship has a...
Damen sells Amels 80 shortly after arrival in Vlissingen
Damen Yachting has sold its fifth Amels 80. The sale was concluded shortly after the yacht's arrival in Vlissingen in January. The yacht is scheduled for delivery in autumn 2027. Jan van Hogerwou, Commercial Executive at Damen Yachting: 'The sale of this Amels 80...
Study outlines route to green ammonia cost parity
WinGD, a Swiss marine power company, and Envision, a green technology company, have released a study analysing the operational costs of ships powered by renewable fuels. The findings reveal that under moderate global regulations, green ammonia could achieve cost...
Dutch government decides on North Sea reorganisation
More space for offshore wind energy will be created while preserving room for fisheries. At the same time, consideration is given to mining, shipping, defence, nature, coastal protection, sand extraction and maritime heritage. This forms the basis for the Dutch...
IMO calls for safe-passage framework in Strait of Hormuz
The Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has strongly condemned the threats and attacks against vessels and purported closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The Council called for a coordinated approach to security be adopted and that the response be...
HNLMS Karel Doorman sidelined for 11 months of maintenance
The logistics support ship HNLMS Karel Doorman has set sail for Vlissingen for a major maintenance period. The ship will be placed in a Damen dry dock there for approximately eleven months for extensive technical maintenance and a number of modifications. During the...
Ports suffer from industrial malaise and Trump tariff war
From the magazine – Truly large ports such as Port of Rotterdam and Port of Antwerp-Bruges know how important their annual figures on cargo throughput and the allocation of business sites are, and what can be derived from them. Growth or decline in throughput across...
Damen Yachting launches fourth 53-metre Yacht Support
Damen Yachting has launched the fourth YS53, a 53-metre Yacht Support at its Antalya facility, reflecting the growing demand for support vessels. Following its launch, the vessel will enter final outfitting and sea trials ahead of delivery to the owner later this...
Alone on the bridge, asleep and full speed ahead
Having a lone watchkeeper in darkness is never a good idea warns The Nautical Institute in a new Mars Report. In the incident described a lone OOW fell asleep in the bridge chair resulting in a grounding. The Nautical Institute gathers reports of maritime accidents...
Report: Shipping must master data to remain competitive
Shipping companies must improve how they collect, structure and use operational data if they are to remain competitive in an increasingly regulated and digital operating environment. This follows from new research from Lloyd’s Register (LR) and OneOcean. The report,...
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