Maritime Reader

MARITIMEINTELLIGENCEDAILY11 MAY 2026 MONDAY

April 2026

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ClassificationPolish Register of Shipping·12 days ago

PRS at the naming ceremony of the mv “Kopernik”

PRS at the naming ceremony of the mv “Kopernik” On 28th of April 2026, a naming ceremony was held at the Taizhou Kouan Shipbuilding shipyard in China for a new vessel built for the Chinese-Polish Joint Stock Shipping Company Chipolbrok. The vital role of PRS in the construction process A significant role during the ce

ClassificationPolish Register of Shipping·12 days ago

President of the Board of PRS met with General Director of Chipolbrok

President of the Board of PRS met with General Director of Chipolbrok On 27 April 2026, an important meeting took place at the Chinese-Polish Joint Stock Shipping Company Chipolbrok headquarters in Shanghai. Grzegorz Pettke, President of the Board of Polish Register of Shipping, met with Radosław Chmieliński, General

P&I / InsuranceSkuld·12 days ago

Key amendments to China’s new Maritime Code

The 2025 Chinese Maritime Code, effective from 1 May 2026, introduces several important changes that will impact shipowners, charterers, and cargo interests engaged in international trade involving Chinese ports. We have prepared a summary of the main amendments and their practical implications.

Steamship Mutual
P&I / InsuranceSteamship Mutual·12 days ago

Shipowners Liability Limits in Brazil

Home Publications Articles Shipowners Liability Limits in Brazil Shipowners Liability Limits in Brazil Brazil applies strict domestic maritime liability laws rather than international limits, leaving shipowners, especially for pollution claims, exposed to uncapped risk, despite possible future reform for oil tankers un

P&I / InsuranceSteamship Mutual·12 days ago

Club Articles

Home Club Articles Club Articles This page showcases insights from our team and network, covering key judgments, legislation and industry trends. Below you will find hot topics along with all articles throughout the years.

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AccidentsSteamship Mutual·12 days ago

The Revised Chinese Maritime Code – FAQs

Home Publications Articles The Revised Chinese Maritime Code – FAQs The Revised Chinese Maritime Code – FAQs The revised Chinese Maritime Code comes into force on 1 May 2026, introducing extensive amendments to the law that has governed China’s maritime affairs for over 30 years. These changes may impact Members’ oper

Steamship Mutual
P&I / InsuranceSteamship Mutual·12 days ago

Renewed Piracy Activity off Somalia – Security Update

Home Publications Articles Renewed Piracy Activity off Somalia – Security Update Renewed Piracy Activity off Somalia – Security Update Security Notes Published: April 29, 2026 Download article pdf Recent reporting from UKMTO, Ambrey and the IMB indicates a renewed increase in piracy‑related activity off Somalia. This

NorthStandard
P&I / InsuranceNorthStandard·12 days ago

Co-processed Biofuels

As the shipping industry seeks solutions to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, co-processed biofuels are emerging as a scalable, drop-in alternative. However, it is essential to understand their characteristics and content as they differ from a standard biofuel.

RegulationsJournal of Commerce·12 days ago

FMC’s DiBella brings anti-‘net-zero’ message to IMO London meeting

Latest NewsWerner acquisition boosts Truckload Capacity Index despite low demandFourKites takes aim at automating ocean bookings for shippersSafety assumptions appear misguided in ‘carrier of the year’ honorsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel b

GeneralJournal of Commerce·12 days ago

Tighter bunker supplies raising costs, but not impacting service: ocean carriers

Latest NewsWerner acquisition boosts Truckload Capacity Index despite low demandFourKites takes aim at automating ocean bookings for shippersSafety assumptions appear misguided in ‘carrier of the year’ honorsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel b

Tokyo MOU
GeneralTokyo MOU·13 days ago

2025 Annual Report

ANNUAL REPORT ON PORT STATE CONTROL IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC REGION 2025 This work is protected by copyright. It is permitted to be reproduced in whole or a part subject to the inclusion of an acknowledgement of the source, but not for commercial use nor sale.

P&I / InsuranceWest of England·13 days ago

West moves to larger Hong Kong office, supporting growth in China and Vietnam

Home News and Resources News News 28 Apr, 2026 West moves to larger Hong Kong office, supporting growth in China and Vietnam West has relocated its Hong Kong office to larger premises, strengthening its presence in the Chinese and Vietnamese market and enhancing its ability to support Members across the region. Downlo

P&I / InsuranceWest of England·13 days ago

The Dangers of Ro-Ro Vehicle Decks

Home News and Resources News News 28 Apr, 2026 The Dangers of Ro-Ro Vehicle Decks Marcus Winchester Loss Prevention Officer The maritime industry has witnessed a concerning pattern of safety incidents involving moving traffic on Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel decks, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in cargo ope