Fees on Chinese-built, owned or operated vessels and foreign-built car carriers are set to start in October 2025, while ’limited restrictions’ on LNG transported on foreign-built vessels will begin in April 2028

Regulations & Compliance

Transatlantic: dark clouds on the horizon

17 Apr 2025by Rebecca Moore

The reshuffled alliances, US tariffs and the proposed US Trade Representative port fees are creating uncertainty for carriers and shippers on the trade lane

Business & Finance

Svitzer's eco-friendly growth drive in Europe

17 Apr 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Danish tug owner has set its sights on expanding in Europe through sustainable investments and consolidating its leading position in several nations

Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Shipbuilding & Design

Pan Ocean secures US$340M long-term iron ore transport deals with Vale, Hyundai Glovis

14 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

Agreements cover long-term transport from Australia to South Korea and Brazil to China

Business & Finance

Should the tanker sector prepare for the return of Russian barrels to Europe?

14 Apr 2025by Craig Jallal

Maritime Strategies International models a range of scenarios following a reproachment with Russia

Business & Finance

China’s container volumes surged in 2024

14 Apr 2025by Rebecca Moore

Continued demand for Chinese goods – but Chinese economy set to slow

Ports & Terminals

Slow steaming, biofuels critical for emissions reduction, says Alpha Bulkers

11 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

Senior executive at the Anna Angelicoussis-led dry bulk specialist, Nikolaos Nikolaou, offers insights on decarbonisation and trade wars

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Business & Finance Fuels & Lubricants Regulations & Compliance

Bisso builds unique ASD tractor fleet on the Mississippi

11 Apr 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Louisiana-headquartered Bisso Towboat has added six newbuilds in nine years to become the only owner to operate a fleet of ASD tractor tugs on this major US waterway

Business & Finance Shipbuilding & Design

Shipping in confusion over tariff uncertainty as US-China trade war intensifies

10 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

The shipping industry is bracing for impact, particularly in the container and LPG carrier sectors

Business & Finance Ports & Terminals

China’s drive for self-reliance fuels bauxite demand, lifting Capesize trade

09 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

Chinese bauxite imports reached 31M tonnes in the first two months of 2025, marking a 25% year-on-year increase

Business & Finance

Chinese-built bulk carriers struggle to secure period charters amid US port fee uncertainty

07 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

The USTR’s proposal has affected both cargoes arriving at and departing from the US

Business & Finance

Shipping reacts to mass Trump tariffs and potential trade war

04 Apr 2025by Georgios Georgiou

Container vessels and car carriers are expected to take the hardest hit, while dry bulk shipping may see more moderate effects

Business & Finance

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From trade threats to climate costs

GHG rules from MEPC 83 carry a financial and political weight comparable to physical trade disruptions — yet are harder to price or predict

Ammonia Batteries & Electrical Systems Bio Products Ethanol Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Propulsion hydrogen Int. Tug & Salvage LNG as a fuel Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Methanol Propulsion Tug & Salvage

Emissions reduction: methanol and batteries take central stage

18 Apr 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Business & Finance Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Shipbuilding & Design

Revitalising US shipbuilding: Congress needs to step up

17 Apr 2025by John Snyder

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Ballast Water Management Convention Ballast Water Management Systems Ballast Water Treatment Technology EEDI / EEOI Maritime Environmental Protection Refurbishment Regulations & Compliance

Against a background of geopolitical theatre, MEPC 83 opts for rule-making

14 Apr 2025by Craig Jallal

Equipment & Services Passenger Ship Technology Passenger Shipping Ports & Terminals

Scalable shore power for passenger vessels

07 Apr 2025by Rebecca Moore

Analyst / Bank Forecasts Business & Finance Container Shipping Container Shipping & Port Technology Container Ships Financial Results Trade Routes

BIMCO: Container rates see worst first quarter in decades with 28% drop

02 Apr 2025by Niels Rasmussen

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business & Finance offshore support Offshore Support Journal Offshore Support Vessels

Low-cost oil and gas, new nuclear to drive ‘AI arms race’

28 Mar 2025by John Snyder

Container Shipping & Port Technology Dry Cargo LNG Shipping & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Tanker Shipping & Trade Tankers

Uncovering the employment challenges and pitfalls for maritime's international workforce

27 Mar 2025by David Ashmore

Autonomous Vessels Digitalisation Int. Tug & Salvage Maritime Optimisation & Communications Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

Tug owners are innovators in autonomy and automation

24 Mar 2025by Martyn Wingrove

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Maritime Environmental Protection Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

Beginning 12 May 2025, a series of webinars will focus on maritime environmental protection. These webinars aim to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Registered participants will also receive copies of the webinar materials after the event. The discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

Cyber & Vessel Security Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

In mid-May, Riviera will be holding two webinars focused on the latest developments in cyber and vessel security. Our webinars are designed to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Those who register will also receive copies of webinar materials after the event. Our discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

The illusion of safety: what we're getting wrong about crews, tech, and fatigue

13 May 2025

CET - ONLINE

The recent collision between the Solong and Stena Immaculate has reignited questions across the industry — about how crews are supported on the bridge, how fatigue is managed, and whether today’s operational models are truly fit for purpose.

While investigations are still underway, early scrutiny has turned to factors like manning levels, use of automation, navigational practices, and rest management. These themes echo growing concerns across the shipping sector: are we doing enough to empower

Responsible Ship Recycling Forum 2025

14 May 2025

London

A changing landscape – the emergence of a sustainable green ship recycling industry.
The programme brings together key stakeholders including vessel owners, ship recycling companies, cash buyers, brokers, regulatory authorities, and technology providers.

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Phone: +44 20 8364 1551
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