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India’s $3 Billion Maritime Development Fund: A Strategic Move with Global Implications
In a bold move to fortify its maritime industry, India has announced the establishment of a $3 billion Maritime Development Fund, a...
Briggs McCriddle
Feb 3, 20253 min read


The Changing World of Yachts: Trends and Innovations in 2025
The yacht industry is evolving rapidly, driven by new technology, sustainability, and shifting buyer demographics. In 2025, the industry...
Briggs McCriddle
Feb 3, 20253 min read


IMO Cracks Down on the ‘Dark Fleet’ as Global Scrutiny Intensifies
It moves in the shadows—an invisible arm of global commerce operating beyond the reach of international regulators. The so-called "dark...
Briggs McCriddle
Feb 1, 20253 min read


Amazon’s Next Frontier: Will It Build a U.S. Shipping Fleet to Support the Maritime Industry?
Amazon, the undisputed giant of global e-commerce, has spent decades redefining logistics. From its sprawling network of fulfillment...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 30, 20253 min read


Trump’s External Revenue Service: A Bold Step for American Prosperity
As President Donald Trump charts a path toward economic revitalization, his External Revenue Service (ERS) proposal stands as a bold...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 30, 20253 min read


Seafarer Satisfaction Dips Amid Port Access Challenges
The mental and emotional well-being of seafarers has seen a setback, with the latest report from the Seafarer Happiness Index showing a...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 29, 20252 min read


India-South Korea Shipbuilding Collaboration Expands with SolarisTech and SOLAS MODU Partnership
Image Credit: Yahoo Images The global shipbuilding industry is witnessing a significant shift as nations seek strategic partnerships to...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 28, 20253 min read


Venture Global's IPO: A Landmark Event in the Energy Sector
Image Credit: Yahoo Images Venture Global, a prominent U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter, has successfully launched its initial...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Trump’s Bold Energy Agenda: Driving Growth in Energy and Shipping
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump enacted two pivotal executive orders— Declaring a National Energy Emergency and Unleashing...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Revitalizing American Shipbuilding: How the SHIPS for America Act Could Transform the Industry
The American maritime industry stands at a critical juncture. Decades of declining shipbuilding capacity and an aging commercial fleet...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 24, 20253 min read


Summary of SDC 11 Session
Image Credit: Yahoo Images (01/24/2025). The International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 24, 20252 min read
Euroseas Ltd. Announces Strategic Spin-Off of Euroholdings Ltd.
Euroseas Ltd., a prominent player in the dry cargo shipping sector, has announced a strategic spin-off of its subsidiary, Euroholdings...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 23, 20251 min read
Trump’s $500 Billion AI Initiative - Connections to Shipping, Offshore, and Energy Markets
On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the launch of the Stargate Project, a monumental $500 billion joint venture aimed...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 23, 20253 min read
Are US Shippers Prepared for Emergency Tariffs?
By Maggie Johnson January 22, 2025 In early 2024, logistics experts anticipated potential tariff changes under a Trump administration,...
Maggie Johnson
Jan 22, 20252 min read
Trump’s America First Maritime Policies: Revitalizing U.S. Competitiveness and National Security
Donald Trump’s 'America First' agenda left a lasting mark on the U.S. maritime industry, with policies aimed at strengthening domestic...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 21, 20252 min read
Navigating the Heartland: The Enduring Legacy of Great Lakes Shipping
The Great Lakes—a sprawling freshwater system straddling the U.S. and Canadian borders—has long been the lifeblood of North America’s...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 21, 20254 min read
Venture Global's Ambitious IPO: Charting a Course for LNG Leadership
Venture Global's journey toward becoming a major player in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry has reached a pivotal moment. The...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 20, 20252 min read
VLCC Tanker Market in 2025: Navigating a Sea of Change
The global VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) market is at a crossroads in 2025, balancing growing energy demands in Asia with the shipping...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 20, 20253 min read
The Art and History of Ship Models: Craftsmanship, Purpose, and Legacy
Ship models have fascinated people for centuries, serving as both artistic masterpieces and practical tools. From ancient civilizations...
Briggs McCriddle
Jan 17, 20253 min read
U.S. Sanctions Leave Russian Oil Stranded Off Chinese Shores
By Maggie Johnson January 17, 2025 Russian crude oil is piling up near the Chinese coast as traders, refiners, and shipping companies...
Maggie Johnson
Jan 17, 20252 min read
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