freight · February 26, 2026
Flatbed Freight Surge Signals Manufacturing Rebound
Flatbed freight rejections have spiked in recent months, potentially indicating a resurgence in manufacturing activity.
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regulatory · February 26, 2026
US Revokes Visas for Chilean Officials Over China Cable Plan
The US State Department has revoked visas for Chile's Transport Minister and two other officials over a proposed undersea telecommunications cable linking Chile to Hong Kong, forcing the South American nation to navigate between its top trading partner China and strategic ally Washington.
regulatory · February 26, 2026
US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs, But Impact Remains Unclear
The US Supreme Court has ruled against Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs, but the President has responded with a new 15% global tariff, leaving the shipping and trade outlook uncertain.
freight · February 26, 2026
Cargo Theft Plagues Mexican Truckers as Insurers Face Scrutiny
A roundup of recent maritime industry news, including rising cargo theft in Mexico and the role of insurers in trucking incidents.
news · February 26, 2026
Princess Cruises Breaks Margarita Sales Record on National Margarita Day
Princess Cruises celebrated National Margarita Day by breaking the Guinness World Record for most margaritas sold in 8 hours, selling over 1 million of their signature 24K margaritas.
news · February 26, 2026
Denmark Evacuates US Submarine Crew Member in Greenlandic Waters
Denmark's Joint Arctic Command evacuated a crew member requiring urgent medical treatment from a U.S. submarine in Greenlandic waters.
news · February 26, 2026
Maritime Industry Briefing: Whale Strikes, Port Investments, and Oil Price Dilemmas
A roundup of recent maritime industry news, including threats to whales in Chilean waters, a rejected U.S. hospital ship offer for Greenland, port infrastructure investments, and the challenges central banks face with oil prices.
regulatory · February 26, 2026
Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Raises Questions for Maritime Industry
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's broad import tariffs has created uncertainty for maritime businesses and policymakers.
news · February 26, 2026
Port Tariffs Loom as Shipping Faces Regulatory Uncertainty
Potential new port tariffs targeting Chinese ships could impact the global shipping industry, while the Mediterranean region shows opportunities for transport fuel markets.
news · February 26, 2026
Shipping Spot Rates Decline, Cameroon Cracks Down on 'Dark Fleet'
A roundup of the latest news in the maritime industry, including falling container shipping spot rates, Cameroon's pledge to deregister sanctioned 'dark fleet' tankers, and the rebound in Venezuelan crude exports.
environment · February 26, 2026
Sustainable Finance Surges as Green Bonds Dominate Maritime Investments
The sustainable finance market is projected to reach $27 trillion by 2031, with green bonds holding over 53% market share by 2025, according to a new industry report.
news · February 26, 2026
Reward Offered for 'Missing' Dark Fleet VLCC
A reward of €500,000 is being offered for information on the location of a 'false-flag' VLCC tanker that has gone missing, according to reports.
freight · February 26, 2026
Cartel Violence Disrupts US-Mexico Freight Corridors
The death of a major cartel leader in Mexico has triggered violent retaliation, disrupting highways and the Port of Manzanillo and threatening cross-border trade.
news · February 26, 2026
Tidewater Expands Brazilian Presence with $500M Wilson Sons Ultratug Acquisition
Tidewater Inc. announced it is acquiring Wilson Sons Ultratug Offshore, a leading offshore vessel provider in Brazil, for $500 million.
ports · February 26, 2026
A.P. Moller Capital Raises $243M for Morocco Transport and Logistics Investment
A.P. Moller Capital has completed a $243 million fundraise to invest in Morocco's transport and logistics sector.
energy · February 26, 2026
Sasol Reports Steady H1 FY26 Results Amid Challenging Market Conditions
Sasol, the South African energy and chemical company, has released its operating and financial results for the six months ended 31 December 2025, reporting flat turnover but a 3% increase in sales volumes.
news · February 26, 2026
Mercuria Energy Expands Dry Bulk Fleet, VLCC Values Surge as Teekay Exits
A roundup of recent maritime industry news, including Mercuria Energy adding a capesize vessel, VLCC values jumping 57% year-over-year, and opposition growing to Hapag-Lloyd's planned acquisition of ZIM.
freight · February 26, 2026
Tariff Turmoil Clouds Transpacific Shipping Outlook
Ongoing trade disputes and tariffs are creating uncertainty in the transpacific shipping market as the annual contracting season gets underway.
news · February 26, 2026
Tidewater Expands Global Footprint with Wilson Sons Acquisition
U.S. offshore vessel operator Tidewater announces acquisition of Brazil's Wilson Sons, growing its global fleet to 231 vessels.
energy · February 26, 2026
Seatrium Continues Divestment Series
Singapore-based offshore and energy solutions provider Seatrium is undertaking a series of divestitures as part of its strategic restructuring.