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Ocean Investment Cloud Trade Shines at Nantong Marine Industry Exhibition, Connecting Global Maritime Resources

2025-09-24 16:35:19

Ocean Investment Cloud Trade showcased its "Marine Engineering Equipment Digital Trade Platform" at the 2025 Nantong Marine Industry Exhibition, attracting over 500 companies from nearly 20 countries. The platform's "1+2+6" business system connects domestic and overseas markets through six digital services including ship exports, equipment trade, and maritime finance. The exhibition proved highly successful, with the company's booth registering over 100 new companies by the event's end. This participation demonstrated strong market demand for maritime digitalization while establishing connections between Chinese maritime enterprises and global resources.

2025 Q3 Global Shipping Market Outlook
2025-07-30 17:35:42
The current global economy and geopolitical landscape are affected by multiple uncertainties. Tensions between Israel and Iran, especially issues surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, are threatening regional stability and energy supply routes. Houthi activities in the Red Sea also pose risks to Suez Canal shipping. Ongoing oil sanctions continue to disrupt the global energy market, while adjustments in U.S. import tariffs further complicate international trade dynamics. Additionally, uncertainty in China’s GDP growth casts a shadow over the strength of global economic recovery.
Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipbuilding Commences Construction on Fratelli Cosulich Group's First Methanol-Ready IMO II Bunker Tanker
2025-07-30 09:45:52
Fratelli Cosulich Marine Energy, a division of Italy’s renowned Fratelli Cosulich Group, marked a significant step in its fleet modernization with the steel cutting of the Anna Cosulich—the group’s inaugural methanol-ready IMO II bunker tanker. The ceremony was held on April 2, 2025, at Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipbuilding in China, initiating the construction of the first in a quartet of advanced, environmentally focused vessels.
Prospects for China's Shipbuilding and Secondhand Ship Markets
2025-07-29 16:54:40
China now dominates shipbuilding. A U.S. think-tank report notes that over the past two decades China's share of world commercial shipbuilding rose from 5% to over 50%, while the U.S. share fell to near 0.1% . Another analysis stresses China's current market power: it holds nearly three‐quarters of global shipbuilding orders, compared to roughly 1% for the U.S.
Large LNG Carrier Ship: The Hottest Commodity in the Newbuilding Market?
2025-07-28 16:13:26
The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market is experiencing rapid change, fueled by a surge in demand for LNG carrier ships. Shell projects that worldwide LNG demand could rise by about 60% by 2040, reaching as much as 718 million metric tons annually, with Asia and Europe leading this growth . Europe’s urgent need to replace Russian pipeline gas has also driven a 21.6% increase in LNG imports in the first half of 2025 . As a cleaner transitional fuel, LNG and its carrier sector are attracting significant policy focus and investment.
Top 10 Chinese Second-hand Ship Trading Platforms
2025-07-25 10:56:35
With the end of pandemic restrictions, global trade is bouncing back, fueling growth in maritime shipping and, in turn, boosting the market for second-hand vessel transactions. Traditionally, China, Japan, and South Korea have dominated the second-hand ship trade. In recent years, China’s competitive pricing and significant improvements in ship quality have made it increasingly attractive to buyers and sellers worldwide seeking pre-owned vessels. Our evaluation of the top platforms considers transaction volume, total trade value, service offerings, reputation, and other key factors.
Tankers Sale Market Outlook for 2025-2026: Navigating Oversupply Risks and Shadow Fleet Uncertainties
2025-07-22 15:34:32
The global tanker market stands at a pivotal juncture, especially for its largest segments—VLCCs, Suezmaxes, and Aframax/LRs. The coming years will see marked changes in fleet expansion, with the Aframax/LR segment set to expand rapidly, while uncertainty around the shadow fleet continues to shape market risks.
How to Choose a Suitable Shipyard to Build Your Ship in China
2025-07-21 16:13:09
Building a new ship in China may not always be the best choice for every owner, but it is certainly an option worth considering. China is home to a wide range of shipyards, many of which have built a solid reputation for quality and efficiency across various vessel types. We are not here to persuade anyone to build ships in China—experienced shipowners and operators already know the industry well. Instead, we want to share some practical insights on how to select a suitable shipyard in China for your newbuild project. As a seasoned shipowner or master, you likely understand the fundamentals of the shipbuilding process. Therefore, this article focuses on shipyard selection, with a summary of the building process attached at the end.