Topic
6 articles
Hamburg-based tonnage provider Offen Group is in discussions for up to four 7,000 TEU containerships at China’s Guangzhou Shipyard International, potentially marking its first newbuilding order in over a decade.
Maersk is reportedly preparing a significant newbuilding programme that could double its current orderbook, as the carrier seeks to secure future capacity and maintain service coverage.
Marine fuels firm Alkagesta is exploring the expansion of its ULSFO and biofuel supply footprint into Spain to support the Mediterranean emission control area.
Singapore’s bunker market has shown structural resilience following the February 2026 Hormuz supply disruption, as Alkagesta emphasises the critical role of infrastructure and supply chain control.
The PanStar Acro has commenced a trial voyage via the Northern Sea Route, carrying 737 TEUs as South Korea evaluates the commercial feasibility of Arctic container services.
Danish liner operator Maersk has confirmed plans to install a rotor sail on an 8,700 TEU containership next year to test wind-assisted propulsion technology.