New U.S. Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports
U.S. President Trump has authorized a new 25% tariff on goods from India, citing the country’s continued imports of Russian energy as the reason.
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CBP to Enforce New Tariffs on China-Linked Vessels in 2025
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has been tasked with administering a fee structure aimed at Chinese-owned, operated or constructed vessels
South Korea to Invest $150B in Boosting U.S. Shipbuilding
South Korea commits to $150 billion investment aimed at revitalizing U.S. shipbuilding sector, as part of a $350 billion bilateral trade agreement
StarCruises to Offer Six Weekend Cruises to Xiamen
StarCruises introduces six weekend cruises aboard the Star Voyager, each offering a two-night trip from Hong Kong to Xiamen, departing on Fridays
Hong Kong Upgrades Maritime Waste Transport Network
Hong Kong is undertaking a revamp of its maritime waste transport system, with new ships to modernize its containerized garbage handling operations
BIMCO Adopts New Clause for USTR-Linked Shipping Risks
Documentary Committee of BIMCO introduces contract clause to tackle legal uncertainties stemming from the U.S. Trade Representative’s recent plans
MOL Unifies Ship Management Under One Brand and Base
MOL is taking a step toward operational efficiency by uniting its ship management operations under one umbrella, both in branding and location.
India Bans Use of Suspicious Foreign Maritime Licenses
India’s maritime regulator prohibits shipowners, crewing agents from hiring seafarers holding CoCs issued by certain flag-of-convenience states.
Storm Capsizes Boat in Halong Bay, 38 Confirmed Dead
A deadly boat accident took place on July 19 near Dau Go Cave in Vietnam’s Halong Bay, when a passenger vessel named Wonder Sea overturned.
Fire Erupts on Indonesian Ferry; Rescue Efforts Ongoing
On July 20, a blaze broke out on the passenger ferry KM Barcelona VA while it was sailing through the Celebes Sea near Sulawesi Island, Indonesia
Yang Ming Orders Seven LNG Dual-Fuel Ships from Korea
Taiwanese company Yang Ming Marine Transport has placed an order for a new series of container vessels at South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean.
Cruise Asia Expands into Korea with Seoul Office Launch
Cruise Asia by Destination Asia has officially expanded its presence by adding South Korea to its growing list of cruise destinations.
Asuka III Christened in Yokohama Ahead of First Voyage
Asuka Cruises officially named its newest ship, Asuka III, during a ceremony held earlier this month at the Port of Yokohama, the company announced.
China’s Shipbuilding Share Drops as Global Orders Decline
Chinese shipyards experienced a sharp decline in their share of global shipbuilding contracts, falling from 72% to 52% in the first half of 2025.
Durian Cruise Returns with Buffet, Melaka Tours & More
Dream Cruises is bringing back its “Durian Party” on the Genting Dream with four short getaways sailing from Singapore to Melaka, Malaysia.
Cranes Accident Injures Seven at Imabari Shipyard
Seven people were injured—three of them seriously—after a crane accident on July 12 at Imabari Shipbuilding’s facility in Ehime Prefecture, Japan
Genting Dream Leads Thai Maritime Safety Drill in Phuket
On July 9, the cruise ship Genting Dream played a central role in a major emergency response exercise held at the Phuket Deep Sea Port.
Korean Officer Honored with 2025 IMO Bravery Award
Officer Lee Tae-Young named recipient of the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea for his courageous actions in rescuing 12 fellow crew.
Ørsted Secures $3 Billion for Taiwan Offshore Wind Farm
Ørsted has secured TWD 90 billion in project financing for its 632MW Greater Changhua 2 offshore wind farm, located off the coast of Taiwan.
Viking to Launch Indian River Cruises on Brahmaputra in 2027
Viking announces plans to introduce its first river cruises in India in 2027 with the launch of the Viking Brahmaputra, a purpose-built vessel.