Spanish police seized 10 tons of cocaine from the 'United S', arresting 13 crew members and revealing international smuggling networks.

Hartman Seatrade selects Wärtsilä's efficient engine for a new 3800 DWT heavy cargo vessel, enhancing operational flexibility and sustainability.

Archaeologists discover Svaelget 2, the largest Viking-era trading ship, reshaping views on medieval trade in Northern Europe.

In 2025, orders for alternative fuel vessels hit 275, showcasing strong interest in eco-friendly shipping despite global market challenges.

Join ILKFER Group and CSSC SETH in Istanbul on January 27, 2026, for insights on ship electrification and hybrid propulsion systems.

AVS Global Ship Supply celebrates 40 years of growth and adaptation in the maritime supply industry, now serving ports worldwide.

Nine companies in Aliağa's shipbreaking zone fined up to 334,000 TL for environmental and public health violations, with no criminal charges filed.

A crane accident in Aliağa's shipbreaking yard resulted in the death of a 49-year-old worker, prompting an investigation into the incident.

Turkey's sixth humanitarian ship departs for Sudan with 2,600 tons of essential aid to support those affected by the ongoing crisis.

The Panama-flagged SFE Hercules crane vessel has been detained in Singapore, raising significant concerns within the maritime sector.

The dry cargo ship HAMID-S ran aground near Ege Gübre Port after an emergency departure due to bad weather; all 18 crew members were safely evacuated.

The 80-meter cargo ship BEYPAZARI was rescued by the Coast Guard after drifting due to a mechanical failure in Kartal, Istanbul.

The U.S. Navy's seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker escalates tensions with Russia, defying warnings amid rising geopolitical stakes.

A company faces a 2.3 million TL fine for illegally dismantling ships at Demircili Beach, with criminal complaints filed against responsible parties.

All 11 crew members of the HAPPY ARAS have been safely evacuated and are reported to be in good health after the vessel ran aground.

Legal proceedings launched against 'Gökbey' owners for illegal dismantling in protected Demircili Cove, Urla, after citizen reports.

The cargo ship White Line ran aground in the Sea of Marmara due to severe weather, with no injuries or pollution reported as salvage efforts await calmer seas.

NDLEA arrests 22 Indian crew members after seizing 31.5 kg of cocaine from MV Aruna Hülya at Lagos' Apapa Port.

Turkish Coastal Safety successfully intervened to prevent an LPG tanker from grounding near Büyükada, averting a potential environmental disaster.

The illegal dismantling of the cargo ship 'Gökbey' at İzmir's Demircili Beach has led to legal actions by Gendarmerie and Coast Guard teams.

A chemical tanker was saved just 30 meters from Istanbul's coast during a storm, preventing a potential environmental catastrophe.

A cargo ship suspected of damaging the underwater telecommunications cable between Helsinki and Tallinn has been reported to be carrying Russian-origin steel products subject to European Union sanctions. According to a statement from the Finnish Customs Authority, the ship measures 132 meters in length.

A Panama-flagged cruise ship with 955 Russian tourists diverted to Istanbul after failing to dock at Amasra due to 50 km/h winds.

A team of 40 scientists embarks on an expedition to study the rapidly melting Thwaites Glacier, a critical symbol of climate change.

The EGE M cargo ship safely anchored in Ahırkapı after a steering malfunction in the Istanbul Strait, with oversight from Coastal Safety teams.

Coral Adventurer ran aground off Papua New Guinea on its first voyage after a previous incident, but all passengers and crew are safe.

The Ministry of Health reveals the 2026 Ship Health Tariff, based on net tonnage, applicable to all vessels using Turkish ports.

Swedish authorities boarded the sanctioned Russian ship Adler, which was anchored due to mechanical failure, in a significant enforcement operation.

AVS Global Ship Supply celebrates 40 years of service, evolving with the ship supply ecosystem while maintaining its commitment to customer trust.

US forces seized a ship off Sri Lanka carrying Chinese components for Iranian missiles, amid rising tensions and new sanctions.

Ukraine's SBU has seized a ship accused of exporting grain from Crimea, detaining it in Odesa with ties to Russian control and Middle Eastern crew.

A Turkish-flagged vessel was struck by a drone in the Black Sea, raising alarms over maritime security amid ongoing regional tensions.

RMK Marine begins construction of MIARAKA, the first sailing container ship, promoting sustainable maritime transport in collaboration with Windcoop.

ITF strongly condemns recent attacks on vessels in the Black Sea, emphasizing the need for seafarer protection under international law.

The 14th National Ship and Yacht Design Competition awarded young designers on December 15, 2025, promoting innovation in the maritime industry.

The inflation monster, falling freight rates, and excess supply in the oil market have hit the shipbreaking sector. According to a report by MarineLink based on GMS data, scrap prices, which reached $600 at the beginning of 2024, are signaling alarm as they are projected to drop below the $400 mark by the end of 2025.

GREEK shipowners signed contracts for 73 new vessels in the first half of 2025 - a sharp 58 per cent decrease from the 176 ships ordered during the same period last year, reports London's Riviera Maritime Media

THE container shipping segment started its latest wave of rapid growth in the past few years as carriers moved to order larger vessels to meet capacity demands

SWISS-ITALIAN Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has continued its newbuilding spree with an order at Hengli Heavy Industry, reports Singapore Splash 247

GLOBAL shipping, logistics and marine services provider GAC has acquired one of New Zealand's leading shipping agencies Quadrant Pacific from Swire Shipping for an undisclosed sum

UKRAINE's military said early this week that it had struck and damaged a long-serving Russian rescue vessel in Sevastopol, the headquarters in occupied Crimea of Moscow's Black Sea Fleet, reports Reuters Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk said the vessel, the Kommuna, had been hit in Sevastopol Bay on Sunday morning and it was 'clear that the ship is no longer in a state to carry out assignments

A RUSSIAN warship fired warning shots at a cargo ship in the south-western Black Sea last Sunday as it made its way northwards, the first time Russia has fired on merchant shipping beyond Ukraine since exiting a landmark UN-brokered grain deal last month

ISRAEL-BASED ocean carrier Zim has been cutting its exposure to the freight market by offloading multiple leased vessels, according t New York's FreightWaves

CHINA's largest naval training ship sailed for the Philippines , its last stop of a regional 'friendly' tour, amid growing unease over Chinese maritime activities in the South China Sea, Reuters reports

The cargo ship, which had a rudder failure while cruising from Ukraine to Istanbul, ran aground 40 meters from Bebek Bay in Istanbul Strait after drifting for meters in the Bosphorus. The panic experienced during the drift of the ship was reflected on the mobile phone camera of the citizens.

THE largest container ship ever to call on the United States has arrived at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, part of a 2M alliance service offering

DREWRY Shipping Consultants predicts demolition of containerships will account for two per cent of the global fleet of 22 million TEU and forecasts the scrapping of box ships will rise in the months ahead

TOTAL loss casualties among ships achieved record lows last year - the lowest in a century, according to insurer Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, reports American Shipper

French forces raided a pirate supply ship and detained 11 brigands off the coast of Kenya on Wednesday, as pirate attacks and counterattacks racheted up tensions in one of the world's most important shipping lanes.

A ship that worked offshore in the Gulf oil spill entered Mobile Bay with dark gunk on its hull, angering residents who believe any vessels should be cleaned before coming inland.