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14.08.2026
Преобразование безопасности яхт: развивающийся морской сектор Турции
Яхтенный сектор Турции больше не является областью, которую можно определить исключительно по количеству лодок вдоль наших побережий. Рассматривая строительство яхт, техническое обслуживание и ремонт, эксплуатацию пристани, техническую поддержку, операционную культуру, профессиональный экипаж и туризм вместе, мы говорим о серьезном
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14.08.2026
MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM рассматривают возможность заказа СПГ на 20 000 TEU
Сообщается, что каждый из трех крупнейших в мире линейных операторов – Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), Maersk и CMA CGM – рассматривает заказы на постройку от 10 до 20 контейнеровозов водоизмещением около 20 000 TEU, потенциально оснащенных двухтопливной силовой установкой на СПГ. Вместе эти авианосцы командуют
SeaNews Turkey
13.08.2026
Northeast Winds Disrupt Maritime Transport at Tekirdağ
The northeast wind affecting the Sea of Marmara has negatively impacted maritime transportation along the Tekirdağ coastline. Due to the increasing intensity of the wind, some vessels have begun to wait off the coast of Tekirdağ for safe navigation. With wind speeds occasionally reaching 40 kilometers per hour, eight bulk carriers and tankers, bot…
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13.08.2026
Surge in Ship Traffic Off Samsun Amid Black Sea Tensions
Following the Russia-Ukraine war and drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea, a notable density has emerged off the coast of Samsun. It has been reported that the number of ships, which normally hovers around 20-25, has risen to approximately 70. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, along with the targeting of commercial ships …
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13.08.2026
KLN Launches 10,500-km Road Corridor for Europe-Middle
KLN Logistics has launched a new road feeder service connecting Europe and the Middle East, providing a faster alternative to ocean freight and a more cost-effective option than air freight. The new 10,500-kilometer corridor offers door-to-door transit times of 15 to 25 days between Europe and Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar,…
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13.08.2026
DP World Expands UK Logistics with Six New Grocery Sites
DP World has agreed to take over six contract logistics sites from GXO Logistics, adding more than two million square feet of warehouse capacity and around 2,000 employees to its UK operations. The transfer is scheduled to complete in September. The sites serve major grocery retailers Asda, Sainsbury's, and the Co-op. Five are located in England a…
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12.08.2026
Panic in Istanbul Strait as OMAYA Cargo Ship Strays Off
The 115-meter-long vessel approaching the shore in the opposite traffic lane caused moments of fear. According to KEGM records, there was a pilot on board the ship. It headed towards the shore in front of Arnavutköy. On August 12, 2026, Wednesday, moments of fear were experienced in the Istanbul Strait. The general cargo ship named OMAYA, which de…
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12.08.2026
Houthi Attack on Egyptian Cargo Ship Leaves Six Dead
The small cargo ship Tihamah, linked to the Yemeni government, was reportedly hit in attacks attributed to Houthi militias after departing from Yemen's Mokha Port on August 11. Initial reports indicated that three crew members lost their lives in the attack, while later reports raised the death toll to six. The 63-meter-long deck cargo ship, said …
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12.08.2026
Nadezhda Crew Describes Drone Attack as Intent to Kill
The crew of the Turkish Ro-Ro ship Nadezhda, which was attacked by drones in the Black Sea last week, recounted the terrifying moments they experienced during the assault. Crew member Furkan Hardal stated that the ship was targeted approximately 25 miles offshore, explaining the scale of the attack. Hardal expressed that the attackers' aim was not…
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12.08.2026
Cape of Good Hope Routing: Impact on Container Freight Rates
Due to the ongoing security risks in the Red Sea, the routing process of global shipping operators (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM) around the Cape of Good Hope continues to keep container freight indices (SCFI) at high levels. The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI), published by the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, stood at 3,062.95 points in the week …
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11.08.2026
Marella Discovery Delivers 1,807 Tourists to Alanya
The Malta-flagged cruise ship 'Marella Discovery' has brought 1,807 tourists to the Alanya district of Antalya. The 264-meter passenger vessel, which arrived from Marmaris Port, was docked at the Alanya Port pier. After completing customs procedures, the tourists departed from the port and visited Alanya Castle and other tourist attractions. It wa…
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11.08.2026
Discover 15 Breathtaking Diving Spots in Çeşme, Turkey
Turkey's international tourism brand, Çeşme, continues to be the focus of underwater enthusiasts with its clear waters, shipwrecks, caves, artificial reefs, and colorful marine life. THE WEALTH UNDER ÇEŞME'S DEPTHS CONTRIBUTES TO ÇEŞME TOURISM Çeşme, the world-renowned tourism center of İzmir, hosts millions of visitors each year with its unique b…
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11.08.2026
Bodrum Boat Show 2026: Showcasing 250+ Boats and Brands
The Bodrum Boat Show, which will be held at Bodrum Port from October 14-18, 2026, will bring the maritime sector together in Bodrum with a 40% growth compared to its inaugural year. The fair is preparing to host over 250 boats, more than 500 brands, nearly 200 participants, and over 25,000 visitors, gathering the most important players in the indu…
SeaNews Turkey
11.08.2026
Legal Battle Delays Removal of Abandoned Ship 'Gökbey'
The reason why the abandoned scrap ship named 'Gökbey,' which has a history of over 70 years, has not been removed from Demircili Cove in Urla, İzmir, has become clear. The ship, which was seized on the grounds of being used in migrant smuggling, was returned to its owner following a lawsuit filed by the owner. The fate of the ship is now awaiting…
SeaNews Turkey
11.08.2026
Maersk Sells Training Division to Open Gate Capital
On 7 August, Maersk announced that it had reached an agreement to sell Maersk Training and its subsidiary, Maersk H2S Safety Services, in their entirety to private equity firm Open Gate Capital. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Maersk stated that the divestiture represents a significant step…
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11.08.2026
DHL Group Achieves Strong Q2 2026 Growth Amid Challenges
DHL Group has announced impressive financial results for the second quarter of 2026, showcasing double-digit growth in both revenue and net profit despite ongoing geopolitical and trade challenges. CEO Tobias Meyer attributed this performance to the Group's strategic initiatives, strong global network, and focus on efficiency and productivity. In …
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11.08.2026
Qingdao Port Expands with 16 New Routes, Launches
On August 5, Qingdao Port's Qianwan United Container Terminal marked the launch of the Australia East Weekly Service with the departure of the vessel 'Colombo'. Carrying 1,249 TEUs of goods like aluminium coils, canned fruit, glass, and tyres, the ship set sail for Melbourne and Sydney, highlighting Qingdao's growing role in connecting China with …
SeaNews Turkey
11.08.2026
China's Trade Surges 17.3% in First Half of 2026
China's General Administration of Customs has released trade data for the first seven months of 2026, confirming that the country's total goods trade value reached RMB 30.13 trillion - a year-on-year increase of 17.3%. Exports climbed to RMB 17.44 trillion, up 14%, while imports rose to RMB 12.69 trillion, up 22%. In July alone, total trade reache…
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11.08.2026
Arkas to Expand Fleet with 12 Eco-Design Ships by 2028
Haluk İribaş, CEO of Arkas Maritime Trade Fleet, stated, 'We will continue to contribute to the strength of Turkish shipping in the international arena and to maintain our investments that prepare our fleet for the future.' Arkas continues to strengthen its fleet with new generation vessels. The company plans to add 12 new generation eco-design co…
SeaNews Turkey
10.08.2026
Celestyal Unveils Exciting New Mediterranean Cruise Routes
Celestyal, which opens to the Western Mediterranean, is preparing to welcome its guests with 7, 14, and 21-night itineraries covering Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The new program, which will be carried out with the Celestyal Discovery ship, has a capacity of 1,360 passengers and prices starting from 469 Euros. This marks an important milestone fo…
SeaNews Turkey
10.08.2026
MSC Silvana VIII Container Ship Partially Sinks Near
The 8,401 TEU container ship MSC Silvana VIII, located off the coast of Zhejiang province in China, has partially sunk after sustaining severe damage around Zhoushan. It has been reported that the vessel took on more water during the ongoing salvage operations prior to the arrival of a new typhoon in the area. Built in 2006 and approximately 332 m…
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10.08.2026
SAS Commandos Neutralize Unmanned Vehicle Off Hopa Coast
In the Hopa district of Artvin, an object identified approximately 500 meters from the shore, believed to be an unmanned maritime vehicle, was destroyed in a controlled manner by SAS commandos at sea. Initially assessed as a drone, the object found off the coast of Hopa was determined to potentially be an unmanned maritime vehicle (UMV) following …
SeaNews Turkey
10.08.2026
Ongoing Oil Leak from Grounded Tanker Off Oman Raises
The wreck of the Cameroon-flagged Suezmax tanker Caroline Bezengi, which ran aground on the rocks off the coast of Dhofar in Oman, continues to leak oil. There have been no concrete developments regarding the salvage operation for the tanker, which was heading towards Gujarat after loading crude oil in Novorossiysk. The Caroline Bezengi, IMO numbe…
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10.08.2026
Ho Chi Minh City Offers Three-Year Port Fee Exemption
Ho Chi Minh City has announced a three-year waiver on port infrastructure fees for businesses involved in import, export, and cargo transportation through its ports. This policy aims to ease the financial burden on enterprises grappling with rising international logistics costs, delays, and route adjustments. By eliminating these fees, local autho…
SeaNews Turkey
10.08.2026
Chittagong Port Faces Severe Container Backlog Crisis
Chittagong Port, Bangladesh's largest maritime hub, is facing a prolonged backlog of import containers, hampering efficiency and increasing costs for businesses. Thousands of containers remain stranded for extended periods, some for years, due to slow customs processes, legal disputes, and delays in handling abandoned cargo. According to The Busin…
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10.08.2026
MSC Takes Legal Action Against CargoLoop Over Container Fire
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has filed a lawsuit against CargoLoop in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, seeking $276,299 in damages following a container fire involving damaged electric vehicles. The fire occurred aboard the MSC Carlotta in September 2023, during a shipment from the Port of Long Beach,…
SeaNews Turkey
09.08.2026
Final Corvette Launched in Malaysia's Strategic Defense
Turkey's maritime engineering powerhouse, STM Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade Inc., has added another success to its export achievements. The last of the three corvettes built under the LMS Batch-2 (Littoral Mission Ship Batch-2) Program for the Royal Malaysian Navy, TUNKU OSMAN JEWA, was launched on August 9, 2026, at a ceremony held a…
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07.08.2026
Aqmaris Expands Ultramax Fleet in China to 12 Vessels
According to industry press, Aqmaris' Ultramax program in China has reached 12 vessels. Based in Istanbul, Aqmaris has reportedly ordered eight Ultramax bulk carriers with a deadweight tonnage of approximately 64,000 dwt from Nantong Xiangyu and has exercised two options at Wuhu Shipyard. This brings the total number of vessels in the company's Ul…
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07.08.2026
ADNOC L&S Invests $1.3 Billion in 11 Large Carriers
ADNOC L&S Invests $1.3 Billion in 11 Large Carriers ADNOC Logistics & Services has announced an investment of 4.8 billion dirhams, approximately $1.3 billion, for the acquisition of 11 vessels consisting of six VLCCs and five VLGCs. Nine second-hand ships are set to join the fleet in the third quarter, while two new VLGCs built in China will be ad…
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07.08.2026
Russian Drone Attack Targets Liberian Bulk Carrier Near
Attacks targeting commercial maritime transportation in the Black Sea continue. The Liberia-flagged bulk carrier named Emil, with a deadweight tonnage of 175,000 DWT, was attacked by Russian drones (UAVs) in an incident that occurred approximately 21 nautical miles (39 kilometers) off the coast of Odesa Port on Wednesday. As a result of the attack…
SeaNews Turkey
07.08.2026
Turkish Container Ship LDR Yaşar Safely Reaches Samsun Port
The Turkish container ship named 'LDR Yaşar,' which was attacked by a drone in international waters in the Black Sea, has been brought to Samsun Port. The attack caused significant material damage to various parts of the ship, but there were no fatalities or injuries among the crew. The container ship 'LDR Yaşar,' which was en route from Istanbul …
SeaNews Turkey
07.08.2026
Istanbul Shipyard Launches Two New Fuel Barges for Fleet
The new generation fuel barges named PASHA 14 and PASHA 15, built by Istanbul Shipyard, have been put into service. With this delivery, the number of fuel barges constructed by the company since 2012 has reached 29. Of this fleet, 23 operate under the Turkish flag, while 6 have been exported abroad. With the addition of the new barges to the fleet…