shipping

All Global Commodity Partners coverage tagged shipping.

A large cargo ship or tanker at sea, representing the shipping industry and its fuel needs.

ICS Notes Safety Challenges for New Fuels in Shipping Decarbonisation

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has highlighted that the introduction of new fuels for shipping's decarbonisation will necessitate updated safety frameworks, procedures, and training.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

Container ship navigating a trade lane, symbolizing maritime logistics and emissions.

Maritime Logistics

VesselBot Identifies Emissions Intensity Gap Between Carriers

A recent analysis by VesselBot revealed a significant difference in emissions intensity between two major shipping companies operating on the same Northern Europe-North America East Coast trade lane.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large commodity vessel navigating through a narrow strait, representing the Strait of Hormuz.

Maritime Logistics

Strait of Hormuz Commodity Vessel Transits See Slight Increase

Data released on Thursday indicated a marginal rise in shipping traffic for commodity vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, even as a geopolitical standoff continued between the United States and Iran.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship sailing on the ocean, representing the shipping industry and its fuel needs.

DNV Advises Flexible Decarbonisation Strategies for Shipping Fleets

DNV's latest Maritime Forecast to 2050 report suggests shipping companies should adopt flexible strategies to navigate diverse regulatory, fuel, and technology scenarios for decarbonisation.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship docked at a busy port terminal, with cranes loading and unloading cargo.

Maritime Logistics

UCL Study: 10% of Shipping Emissions Occur in Port Areas

A recent study by University College London (UCL) indicates that a significant portion of global shipping emissions, specifically 10%, originates within port areas.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large oil tanker navigating through a strait, with land visible in the background.

Tanker Struck in Strait of Hormuz Amid Shipping Disruptions

A tanker was reportedly struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations, as shipping disruptions continue in the critical chokepoint.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A ship navigating through the Strait of Hormuz, with land visible on either side.

Maritime Logistics

Iran and Oman Continue Discussions on Strait of Hormuz Agreement

Iran and Oman are reportedly still engaged in discussions to finalize an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz, according to a senior Iranian source.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

Containers being loaded onto a train at an intermodal terminal

Reefer Rejections Remain High Amidst Intermodal Savings

Refrigerated freight rejections continue to be elevated, contrasting with a cooling trend in van and flatbed rejections, as intermodal transport offers significant cost savings.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

Oil tanker conducting a ship-to-ship transfer at sea

Aramco Uses Ship-to-Ship Transfers for Asian Crude Deliveries

Saudi Aramco is reportedly implementing ship-to-ship crude oil transfers outside the Strait of Hormuz to ensure continued supply to Asian buyers, according to a recent report.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

Container ships docked at a busy port terminal with cranes loading and unloading cargo.

CMA CGM and RSGT Invest $434 Million in Jeddah Port Expansion

Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) and CMA CGM Group have committed an initial investment of $434 million to develop a new container terminal at Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Islamic Port, aiming to enhance the port's capacity and operational capabilities.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

An icebreaker ship navigating through icy waters.

Maritime Logistics

Davie Shipbuilding Secures C$8 Billion Icebreaker Contract

Davie Shipbuilding has officially secured a substantial fixed-price contract valued at C$8 billion to construct six new icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard, expanding its Arctic shipbuilding portfolio.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large cargo ship or car carrier, potentially operated by Wallenius Wilhelmsen or EUKOR, at sea or in port.

EcoMethanol to Supply Green Methanol to Wallenius Wilhelmsen and EUKOR

EcoMethanol is set to provide green methanol to vessels operated by Wallenius Wilhelmsen and EUKOR, as the company progresses with a new production plant in South Korea.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large bulk carrier ship transporting commodities across the ocean.

Baltic Dry Index Rises to 3107 Points

The Baltic Dry Index, which tracks global shipping costs for dry bulk commodities, increased by 51 points to reach 3107 points on Thursday, August 27, 2026.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship navigating through a strait, with land visible on both sides.

Maritime Logistics

BIMCO Seeks Industry Input on Gulf Disruption Contract Gaps

BIMCO is requesting feedback from the shipping industry to identify and address contractual shortcomings that have emerged due to the challenging conditions in the Persian Gulf.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A bulk carrier ship loaded with bauxite ore at a port terminal.

Physical Commodities

Global Bauxite Flows See Mixed Trends in July

Global bauxite flows experienced a 3% year-on-year increase in July, driven by higher shipments to China, while flows to other key destinations like the UAE and India saw declines.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

Container ships at a port or shipyard, or an LNG carrier at sea.

Maritime Logistics

China Dominates Container Ship Orders; Korea Focuses on LNG Carriers

Global shipping companies are directing container ship orders to Chinese shipyards, while Korean shipyards are concentrating on high-value liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, according to Hellenic Shipping News.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

An ultramax bulker vessel at sea, representing new ship orders.

Maritime Logistics

Veritas Shipmanagement Orders New Ultramax Pair from COSCO Yard

Greek bulker owner Veritas Shipmanagement has reportedly ordered two additional ultramax bulkers from COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry in Zhoushan, continuing its newbuilding relationship with the Chinese shipyard.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large bulker ship sailing on the ocean, representing a newcastlemax vessel.

Maritime Logistics

Seanergy Maritime Linked to New Newcastlemax Bulker Order

Seanergy Maritime, a Nasdaq-listed Greek shipowner, is reportedly linked to a new large bulker newbuilding in China, continuing its fleet renewal efforts.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large oil tanker navigating through a strait, symbolizing crude oil transportation and potential disruptions.

Iran Blacklist Threatens Hormuz Shuttle Tanker Operations

A recent blacklist issued by Iran poses a new threat to the emerging shuttle tanker trade, which is crucial for moving Middle East crude through the Strait of Hormuz for transfer in the Gulf of Oman.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large cargo ship or tanker at sea, representing civilian shipping

IAEA Launches Global Initiative for Nuclear Power in Civilian Shipping

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has introduced a new global initiative to establish the necessary regulatory and safety frameworks for reintroducing nuclear power into civilian maritime operations.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship being refueled at a port, with the Singapore skyline in the background.

Singapore's Maritime Centre Advantage Shifts Towards Trust

A fuel and freight price risk specialist suggests that Singapore's competitive edge as a maritime centre is evolving from scale and liquidity to an emphasis on trust.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship docked at a port, with cranes visible in the background, symbolizing maritime logistics and port operations.

Maritime Logistics

Electrification Can Reduce Significant Shipping Emissions in Ports

New research indicates that a notable portion of international shipping emissions originates within port areas, suggesting that established electrification technologies could effectively mitigate these emissions.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read

A large container ship navigating through calm waters, symbolizing green shipping initiatives.

Maritime Logistics

South Korea Enacts Law for Green Shipping Corridors

South Korea has transitioned its bilateral commitments on green shipping corridors into domestic law, with the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries detailing the enforcement decree and regulations for this new legislation.

27 Aug 2026 · GCP Newsroom · 2 min read