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Denmark’s Lauritzen Bulkers, founded nearly 140 years ago, has acquired Canadian breakbulk and parcel shipping company, Alexander & Blake, based in Burlington, Ontario. Transaction details were not disclosed. Lauritzen Bulkers operates a fleet of between 90 and 110 geared handysize and ultramax vessels. For more than 30 years, Alexander & Blake has been active in […]

Representing a significant milestone in maritime decarbonization, the CMA CGM IRON, the first dual-fuel methanol vessel of the big French shipping line, has made its maiden call at the Port of Singapore. The vessel is designated for the CIMEX1 route connecting Asia to the Middle East Gulf region. “Thanks to our long-standing collaboration with the

The Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Diane Lebouthillier, today announced $4.79 million in funding for ten projects as part of the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR). This investment directly supports conservation and recovery for aquatic species at risk in BC. Seven of the funded projects will benefit aquatic species

The St Kitts & Nevis International Ship Registry (SKAN) has underlined its commitment to safety onboard ship by ensuring that all its flagged vessels adhere to the latest regulations governing the safe boarding and disembarkation of pilots coming into, and leaving, port. More and more pilots across the world are being injured (and in some

In his speech to Congress yesterday night, US President Donald Trump announced the establishment of a White House Office of Shipbuilding – an initiative welcomed by the Shipbuilders Council of America. “To boost our defense industrial base, we are also going to resurrect the American shipbuilding industry, including commercial shipbuilding and military shipbuilding,” Mr. Trump

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce today deplored the “reckless decision” of the Trump administration to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada, qualifying it as “self-defeating” and an “economic disaster” pushing both Canada and the United States towards recessions. Candace Laing, president and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, declared: “Today’s reckless decision by

The Department of Energy in Washington has announced an order that removes barriers for the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as marine fuel to power vessels. The order issued by DOE modifies a prior order issued to JAX LNG under the previous administration that asserted new oversight for the use of LNG to power

CN and Iowa Northern Railway Company officially joined their operations on March 1, 2025, as previously authorized by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board. With the closing of this transaction, CN and Iowa Northern can begin integrating their two railroads to better serve customers, the Iowa economy and communities along the network. “This additional investment in

The Port of Toronto has once again confirmed its critical role in the regional economy, posting another strong year in marine imports and cruise ship activity. In 2024, the Port handled more than two million metric tonnes of cargo and welcomed 34 cruise ships, bringing nearly 18,000 visitors to its Cruise Ship Terminal. These figures highlight the Port’s continued significance as a

By Leo Ryan, Editor Maritime analysts are raising red flags in many directions over this week’s new punitive measures proposed by the Trump administration targeting Chinese maritime shipping dominance. Astronomical fees of up to $1.5 million on Chinese-built ships per port call could potentially severely disrupt supply chains, provoke port congestion and even provide at