The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed a measure to charge a fee of up to $1.5 million for Chinese-built vessels entering US ports in an attempt to curb China’s dominance in shipping, shipbuilding and logistics sectors.
As a response to a number of recent subsea cable incidents that caused disruptions in the EU, the European Commission and the High Representative have launched an action plan to strengthen the security and resilience of this critical infrastructure, covering both power and communication cables. The
CORE POWER, NorthStandard and Lloyd’s Register (LR) have jointly published a report that sets out a policy framework for the UK government to support the deployment of advanced small nuclear reactors on commercial ships and floating nuclear power plants (FNPPs).
The European Council has adopted the 16th package of sanctions against Russia to ‘ramp up’ the pressure on the country’s so-called ‘shadow’ fleet as well as curb attempts to circumvent the measures. Now well into its fourth year, Russia’s aggression on Ukraine continues to disturb the balance of glo
French Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) and Great Britain’s independent energy regulator Ofgem have come to an agreement to continue exploring further electricity interconnection development opportunities of around 1 GW capacity between France and the UK. The countries have an electricity partners
After concluding the Malaysia Bid Round 2024 (MBR 2024) by signing two offshore production sharing contracts (PSCs) with Japan’s Inpex Corporation through its subsidiary Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), Malaysia’s state-owned energy player Petronas has announced a new licensing round.
Texas GulfLink has secured a stamp of approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration for its deepwater port license application, bringing a multi-year environmental and technical review saga to an end.
Aker BP has found no hydrocarbons in the Norwegian Sea, following drilling activities conducted by one of Saipem’s semi-submersible rigs off the coast of Norway.
With the first legal stone cast at the reversal of ocean protections, the Trump administration is facing its initial environmental challenge from groups concerned about the threats stemming from steps taken to spur offshore drilling zest for a new era of oil and gas rush.
African countries have mapped out practical measures to advance the green transition of shipping on the continent, focusing on maritime governance, infrastructure development and job creation.
South Korean Ministry of Ocean and Fisheries (MOF) has revised its operational guidelines for the eco-friendly ship and equipment certification system to include new certification standards for environmentally forward vessel equipment. As disclosed, the new standard will be effective starting Februa
French container shipping heavyweight CMA CGM, along with Denmark’s A.P. Moller–Maersk and Switzerland’s Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), is strengthening its foothold in India as the country endeavors to become a “global maritime hub”. As disclosed, during his state visit to France in mid-Febr
Kimmeridge has secured a green light for its proposed 9.5 million tons per annum (mtpa) liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal project on the west bank of the Calcasieu Ship Channel at the mouth of the Gulf of Mexico/America near Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
TotalEnergies and Eni have struck a deal with Cyprus and Egypt to develop a gas discovery named after the god of time in ancient Greek mythology by exporting the natural gas from the field off the coast of Cyprus through Egypt.
