US dry bulk news
Anemoi Rotor Sails confirm long-term reliability as M/V Afros completes successful second dry dock survey
Anemoi Marine Technologies (Anemoi) has marked a major milestone for wind-assisted propulsion as M/V Afros, the world’s first bulk carrier fitted with Rotor Sails, successfully completed its second intermediate survey after more than eight years of continuous operation.
Danaos Corporation reports first quarter financial results
Danaos Corporation reported unaudited results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2026.
Diana Shipping Inc. announces time charter contracts for two dry bulkers
Diana Shipping Inc. has announced the signing of new time charter contracts with Refined Success Limited and Oldendorff GmbH & Co. KG for two of its dry bulk vessels.
Asia Pacific ports advance cross-sector hydrogen and e-fuel readiness
Accelleron report shows Asia Pacific emerging as a proving ground for a cross-sector approach to the energy transition that increases the investment pool to stimulate e-fuel market development.
The Zen of Conveyor Belt Tracking
Dave Mueller, Martin Engineering, explores the root causes of conveyor belt mistracking and the latest strategies to improve alignment, safety, and operational efficiency.
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited announces further fleet renewal and growth
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited has agreed to acquire a 2019 Imabari built 182 000 dwt scrubber-fitted Capesize vessel with prompt delivery expected in June 2026.
MMD and CiDi partner to deliver autonomous material handling within the TraxIQ platform
MMD Group Limited has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with CiDi Inc. to integrate advanced autonomous driving technology within the TraxIQ platform, enabling a new approach to material handling.
New PortRail Group unites two leaders in UK bulk materials handling
PortRail Group is the new name in UK bulk material handling and logistics, following the acquisition of rail freight specialists RFS Works Ltd by JST Ports & Logistics last year.
Anemoi and NACKS Rotor Sail integration design for Ultramax segment receives AiP from Class NK
Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd and Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co. Ltd (NACKS) have developed new wind-assisted propulsion (WAPS) integration solutions for Ultramax bulk carriers.
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING delivers the world’s first LNG dual-fuelled Kamsarmax
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. announce the delivery of the world’s first LNG dual-fuelled Kamsarmax bulk carrier at its Tsuneishi Factory on 31 March 2026.