Decarbonisation
The International Maritime Organization has committed to slashing total annual greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050, compared with 2008, and it aims to decarbonise the sector fully by the end of the century. The shipping industry is facing up to the challenge, developing new fuels and stronger, environmentally friendly practices. But with tighter rules and regulations on both a regional and global level to contend with, agreement on the best approach is not easy
LNG freight rates stable despite transit halt in Hormuz after renewed attacks
The latest Hormuz disruption didn’t spook the LNG freight market, with analysts pointing to softer demand and seasonal weakness as downside pressure
Asian bunker markets brace for more disruption as Hormuz tensions reignite
Disruptions at Chinese ports caused by Typhoon Bavi could cause a knock-on effect on other ports as vessels get diverted elsewhere for bunkering
Who gets shipping’s ETS billions? New study lands as Brussels prepares review
Research commissioned by European shipowners shows how carbon revenues flow to national treasuries, adding new pressure to debates over how ETS funds should be spent
The new shipbuilding supercycle: Cyclical upswing or structural shift?
Markets editor Robert Willmington explores the latest shipbuilding supercycle and assesses parallels with 2008
Alternative fuel vessel orders fall as large containership demand cools
A total of 137 alternative fuel ships were ordered in 1H26, down from 155 in the same period of 2025
Hormuz crisis resuscitates scrubber premium; newbuild scrubber fittings on the rise
Fuel cost savings from scrubbers have fluctuated and geopolitical disruptions have been a significant variable. The Hormuz crisis is benefiting shipowners who opted for scrubbers
China’s dry bulk giants push green fleet pact despite IMO net zero uncertainty
China Merchants Group-led initiative brings together 13 Chinese dry bulk operators to share zero-emission technologies and operational data, signalling China’s ambition to shape green maritime standards
Why nuclear shipping is a pipe dream
Next-generation small modular reactors are just around the corner, and always will be
Dorian inks VLGC newbuild order with Hyundai
US-listed owner and operator of very large gas carriers remains ‘disciplined’ in fleet renewal steps
‘Not a subsidy, but a gesture’: Hong Kong eases toward green-fuel hub status
In a decarbonisation landscape full of uncertainties, Hong Kong is betting that travelling light and staying flexible beats committing early
Decarbonisation still far off, but overtonnaging spectre nears, says London Greek leader
Industry needs support in its quest for more efficient ships, not penalties, according to Haralambos Fafalios
LNG freight rates to hold steady despite possible Hormuz reopening
LNG carrier spot rates are likely to stay near $100,000 per day despite possible reopening of Hormuz, as owners and insurers wait for clearer signs that the US-Iran truce will hold
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