Blue Ocean CVC, the maritime innovation and investment arm of Ashdod Port Company, has issued a unique call for proposals aimed at startups developing dual‑use technologies that serve both defence and civilian operational needs in port environments.

The world’s first standard modular battery‑swapping ship, Hetun Weilan 01, has entered commercial operation after completing its maiden cargo trip between Wuhu Port and Chaohu Port in China’s Anhui province.

Iran has proposed managing the Strait of Hormuz through an insurance-based framework that would formalise its control over the critical oil shipping chokepoint.

Abu Dhabi-based AD Ports Group is expanding its global logistics footprint with the acquisition of German freight forwarder MBS Logistics in a deal valued at AED300m ($82m).

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to a Russian drone strike on a Chinese vessel.

Ship managers are facing increasing litigation risks that are linked to inherited ship conditions.

The United Arab Emirates is set to accelerate the delivery of the new West-East Pipeline project.

In response to the threat of underwater mines disrupting tanker transit, Italian foreign minister Antonio Tajani has confirmed Italy’s readiness to contribute to mine-clearing operations.

China port berths container ship in 30 seconds: Report.