Anchored in Excellence: How Tropical Ship Supply Ltd. is leading the Marine Supply in Brazil
Tropical Ship Supply Ltd. turns routine deliveries into standout service, infusing Brazilian marine supply with reliability, innovation, and sustainable practices—redefining what ships can expect from their onshore partners.
Fire on the High Seas: Inside the Morning Midas Car Carrier Disaster
The Morning Midas fire off Alaska highlights the complexity and risks facing today’s maritime industry—from EV battery hazards and high-stakes rescues to environmental unknowns, the incident is a wake-up call for shipping’s future.
Steel, Setbacks, and Second Chances: Unpacking North Korea’s Choe Hyun Class Warship Saga
After a dramatic failed launch and public pressure from leadership, North Korea’s Choe Hyun Class warship was righted, relaunched, and is back on track, though the incident lays bare both ambition and flaws within Pyongyang’s naval strategy.
Navigating Uncharted Waters: Brazil’s Maritime Decarbonization Dilemma
Brazil’s actions and advocacy in international maritime forums illustrate both optimism and hesitation. Decarbonizing shipping is no straight course, and the new IMO Net-Zero Framework, while groundbreaking, poses complex challenges for Brazilian trade and sustainability ambitions.
Marooned on Rough Waters: Inside the Rescue of the MSC Elsa 3 Near Kochi
Growing up near the water, one learns to respect both its beauty and its bite, but few ever witness a drama quite like what unfolded off the coast of Kochi. Imagine glancing at the horizon and spotting a container ship tilted precariously, battered by waves that won’t let up—a real-life reminder that the sea’s moods […]
The Next Wave of Guaibamax Ships and Vale’s Ambitious Leap
Vale is introducing ten new Guaibamax ships—massive, efficient, and powered in part by cutting-edge sails—between 2027 and 2029. This bold move signals a shift toward sustainability, promising significant emission reductions while boosting Brazil’s logistical muscle.
Brazil Ship Supplier, Maritime Shipping, Ship Chandler Services for Efficient Maritime Operations
A reliable Brazil ship supplier is essential for efficient maritime shipping and smooth port operations. Ship chandlers in Brazil provide a full range of essential goods and technical services to vessels calling at various ports, helping shipping companies save both time and costs. The maritime shipping industry depends on dependable supply chains, and Brazilian ship […]
Brazilian state moves to develop offshore wind energy and green hydrogen projects
The government of the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul signed a three-year memorandum of understanding last week with Neoenergia, a subsidiary of Iberdrola, to pursue the development of offshore wind power and a project for the production of green hydrogen. The MOU calls for cooperation in other opportunities related to energy or […]
Valemaxes are squeezing capes for Brazilian iron ore exports
The valemax fleet is taking an ever greater chunk of iron ore exports out of Brazil at the expense of capesizes, new data from BRS shows. Brazil iron exports carried on these giant ships have shot up from 84m tonnes in 2018 to 136.7m tonnes last year, according to BRS. Up to last weekend, […]
Rate for benchmark capesize bulker route for Brazilian iron ore falls 19% in a week
Rates for most of dry bulk shipping remain relatively steady as China’s industrial sector keeps still 21 October 2022 17:00 GMT UPDATED 21 October 2022 17:00 GMT By Michael Juliano in Stamford The average spot rate for the benchmark iron ore route between Brazil and China fell over the past week as China’s industrial sector remained still. The rate […]