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Fire on Party Cruise Ship in Singapore Kills One Crewmember

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Uncertainty for Shippers as Supreme Court Strikes Down Some Trump Tariffs

Published Feb 20, 2026 1:58 PM by The Maritime Executive

The United States Supreme Court on Friday morning struck down Donald Trump’s use of emergency authorization to impose the sweeping reciprocal tariffs, which are a centerpiece of his economic policy. The long-awaited decision came on cases challenging presidential authority to impose the tariffs and creates a new level of uncertainty in trade policies as Trump vowed to continue his efforts, saying he would add 10 percent and then use other authorities to raise “more money.” In a 6-to-3 ruling, the...

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Firefighters Put Out Scrap Metal Fire Aboard Bulker at Port of Vancouver

Published Feb 19, 2026 10:58 PM by The Maritime Executive

A fire broke out aboard a bulker at the port of Vancouver on Tuesday, prompting a region-wide response call-out for marine firefighters. At about 2100 hours on Tuesday night, the Vancouver Fire Department received an alert about a cargo hold fire aboard a bulker at the port. The ship was loading scrap metal, and a pile of material had caught fire. Because of the potential severity of shipboard fires, and the technical skills required to address them, the department reached...

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Wreck of Three-Masted Cargo Ship Discovered in Lake Erie

Published Feb 19, 2026 10:58 PM by The Maritime Executive

The Great Lakes are a source of inspiration for wreck hunters, and new finds turn up every year. The latest, announced this week by the National Museum of the Great Lakes and the Cleveland Underwater Explorers (CLUE), is the wreck of a stone-carrier, the bark Clough. The Clough was a 125-foot, three-masted sailing ship built in 1867. It was in service for just a year before its sinking on September 15, 1868. "This discovery represents both a significant chapter in...

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Turkey's State Oil Company Joins Shell in Black Sea E&P Venture

Published Feb 19, 2026 10:46 PM by The Maritime Executive

Turkish energy company TPAO has signed up with Shell for the exploration of the Khan Tervel field, a promising formation off the coast of Bulgaria. The location has strong synergies for TPAO, and it aligns with Turkey's interest in securing its own energy resources at home and abroad. The initial stage of the collaboration includes carrying out a 3D seismic survey of the formation, covering about 1,500 square miles of seabed. The firms have a five-year lease on the site...

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DOJ Files Appeal on Court Blocking Trump’s Moratorium on Wind Energy

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Environment & Natural Resources Division filed notice with the district court in Massachusetts for an appeal on the court ruling blocking Donald Trump’s Executive Order from January 2025 establishing a moratorium on permitting, leasing, and other authorizations for wind energy projects. It is the latest step in the Trump administration's continuing battle against renewable wind energy. The filing came 45 days after District Judge Patti B. Saris had ruled in December 2025, calling the Executive...

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Austal USA Appoints its Fourth President in Five Years

Naval shipbuilder Austal USA announced Thursday that president Michelle Kruger has stepped down from running day-to-day operations and assumed an advisory role, to be followed by retirement in June. The company's COO has taken over management as interim president, effective immediately. "Austal USA is deeply grateful for Michelle Kruger’s vision, commitment, and the lasting impact that she has made on our organization as company president over the last two years," the firm said in a statement. "Congratulations on this momentous...

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Navigating the Deadlock: Accelleron’s Daniel Bischofberger on Green Fuels

Accelleron, a leading provider of turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for marine engines and ships, recently released a study on the multifaceted, multi-industry challenges slowing shipping's transition to carbon-neutral fuels. TME recently spoke with CEO Daniel Bischofberger about the current state of marine decarbonization, regional developments in Asia-Pacific, and the path forward for the industry. Can you describe the current state of shipping's transition to carbon-neutral fuels? The ships are ready, but the fuel is not. The technology exists...

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Report: Israeli Regulator and Union Threaten Sale of Zim to Hapag

Reports from Israel continue to cite pockets of opposition to the agreement to sell Zim to Hapag-Lloyd in a deal valued at $4.2 billion and then split it into domestic and international operations. Zim has long held a unique position, viewed as a national asset, and many believe it is critical to the security of the Israeli state. Zim dates back to the formation of Israel, and in its 80-year history, it has been a means of transporting cargo for...

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