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India’s first indigenous hydrogen fuel powered passenger vessel began commercial operations today, after it was flagged off on its maiden voyage by the Shipping & Ports Minster of the country, Mr. Sarbanand Sonowal. It operates on a Low Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell system that converts stored hydrogen into electricity, releasing only water as a byproduct.

India has launched ONOP (One Nation One Port Process) framework to ensure uniformity in port processes across all ports in the country.

A cruise ship had to delay its departure from the Southampton Port of UK due to sailing hazard caused by containers floating in the sea, after having Photo for representation purpose only fallen off a cargo ship. Lona , a cruise ship  with a carrying capacity of 5200 passengers and owned by P&O had to delay its scheduled departure from Southampton Port  on Saturday, 6 th of December, after containers were seen floating in the English Channel. The ship was enroute Spain, Por

Dr. Rosalin Balkin, Secretary-General of the Comité Maritime International (CMI) was honoured with a Silver Dolphin Trophy at the annual IMO Awards Ceremony, held in London on 24 November 2025.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)  has formally recognised 3 major ports as the Green Hydrogen Hubs (GHH)  under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) .   Recognition of these 3 major ports is a significant step towards an integrated hydrogen ecosystem, thereby advancing India’s transition towards clean energy. NGHM’s aim is to position India as a global hub for the production, utilisation, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. Ports recognised

Miami based Royal Caribbean has pushed the limits further by unveiling ‘Legend of the Seas’ , the world’s largest cruise ship. Weighing a...

With the dawn of monsoon season in September, the bunkering activities restarted in the Oman’s  southern port city of Salalah . All...

In a bizarre turn of events, a pod of Orcas (Killer Whales) was seen repeatedly attacking a leisure boat, off the coast of Portugal. The...

India’s maritime sector is undergoing a transformative shift, positioning the nation as a future global maritime superpower. With...

Senior military leaders from 18 Indo-Pacific nations converged in the island region of Hawaii to explore combined maritime...

Silt buildup in Nigeria’s Escravos Channel disrupts vessel movement, causing major delays and maritime trade losses.

Ireland’s Marine Institute upgrades cybersecurity from shore to seafloor, protecting critical ocean data with advanced digital infrastructure.

MIIN expands with BlueWise Marine, supporting 200+ members, digital outreach, and events to strengthen Ireland’s marine innovation and industry ties.

A majestic ship sails through turbulent waters under a dramatic sky, symbolizing Ireland's celebration of the ocean economy and its...

Silt buildup in Nigeria’s Escravos Channel is severely disrupting maritime operations, causing vessel delays and major trade losses. Urgent dredging is needed to restore safe navigation and stabilize regional shipping routes.

A sanctioned liquefied gas cargo ship was recently detected near Galway’s coast, triggering heightened scrutiny from Irish authorities and the EU. Although the vessel did not dock, its proximity raised concerns over sanctions evasion tactics such as AIS spoofing and transhipment.

A survivor of the 2024 Baltimore bridge collapse has sued the MV Dali's owner and operator, alleging negligence and seeking damages. The case could impact global maritime liability standards.

🇮🇳 India’s Maritime Overhaul: A Boost for EU Trade India’s €1.1B port reforms align with EU goals—offering faster cargo handling, greener logistics, and new trade opportunities. A pivotal moment for stronger EU-India maritime ties.