8 Untapped Markets Beyond Oil and Gas Where OSVs Are Quietly Thriving
As the 3rd OSV Conference kicks off today, industry leaders from around the world are exploring what’s next for offshore support vessels and one message is clear: oil and gas are no longer the...
Port Power Wars: Who Controls the Electrical Future of Shore Power?
The quiet hum of a ship plugged into shore power may not sound like a revolution, but it is. What began as a voluntary green upgrade is fast becoming a regulatory requirement in major...
Canal Passage: Insider Tips to Increase Speed and Savings
Navigating the world’s major canals isn’t just about paying the toll and waiting your turn, it’s a high-stakes dance of timing, precision, and smart preparation. With congested lanes like the Panama Canal trimming slots,...
Ship Smarter, Not Harder: 8 Blue Economy Tactics That Actually Make You Money
The maritime world is full of flashy green tech and million-dollar retrofits, but for most shipowners, the real opportunity lies in practical, ready-to-deploy strategies that quietly cut fuel use, unlock incentives, and avoid costly...
The Last Engineer
A gripping story of one man’s final voyage aboard an autonomous cargo ship, where loyalty, memory, and grit collide with a system that no longer needs him. As AI tightens its grip on the...
Autonomous Ships: Pros, Cons, and What’s Next for the Industry
Autonomous ships are no longer a futuristic fantasy, they’re being built, tested, and in some cases, already navigating real trade routes. Backed by AI, satellite systems, and remote control technologies, these vessels promise a...
RoRo Gold Rush: Why These Ships Are Quietly Printing Money
While container rates dominate headlines, a quieter revolution is happening in the Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) segment. Surging global vehicle exports, aging fleets, and a sharp shortage of available tonnage have pushed RoRo charter rates and...
New Maritime Regulations Are Coming Fast. Here’s Who Wins and Who Pays.
Global shipping is entering a high-stakes transition. A wave of new maritime regulations is rolling in faster, broader, and more complex than ever before. These rules aren’t just red tape. They’re reshaping the economics...
8 Ways to Cut Your Port Fees in Half
Port fees are one of the most overlooked areas where shipping companies lose money—often silently and over time. The good news? With the right strategies, it’s possible to shave thousands off your recurring costs...
Seven Days to Tahiti
Chief Engineer Rosa’s Log | 02:14 UTC Pressure drop again in circuit 18B. I’ve tagged the pipe section for review—possible microfracture. Recommend we reroute pressure and monitor overnight. Temp holding at 88°C...
Ships for America Act Summary: A Quick and Detailed Rundown on the Key Provisions
In 2025, the U.S. introduced the SHIPS for America Act: a sweeping 343-page legislative push designed to rebuild the nation’s maritime strength. With declining numbers of U.S.-flagged commercial vessels and growing global reliance on...
Sailing Light? Top Strategies to Stay Profitable
Lighter loads may not be permanent, but they are a clear and present reality for shipowners, operators, and cargo planners across major trade lanes. Whether driven by tariff shifts, reduced exports, or seasonal volatility,...
Empty Containers: A Growing Crisis Hidden in Plain Sight
How a Portside Backlog in the U.S. Could Disrupt Global Trade Flows, Inflate Shipping Costs, and Unravel Supply Chain Stability. At first glance, a stack of empty shipping containers sitting idle at U.S. ports...
10 Maritime Giants and How They Got to the Top
They dominate global trade routes, move millions of containers a year, and set the pace for innovation and sustainability across the shipping world. These maritime giants didn’t just appear overnight — they built reputations...
The Last Voyage of the Broken Bow
Three men crossed paths over an aging vessel. Each made a choice. Only one knew what he was leaving behind. ShipUniverse Note This post is part of our Wednesday Shiplog Stories series at ShipUniverse...
The 5 Fastest-Growing Maritime Sectors in 2025
The maritime industry is entering one of its most dynamic eras in modern history. Driven by urgent decarbonization goals, new global regulations, and rapid technological advances, several high-growth sectors are reshaping how ships are...
Tariff Tsunamis: How Smart Shipowners Are Turning a Crisis into Profit
The shipping world is no stranger to volatility, but the current surge in tariffs is unlike anything we’ve seen in decades. Instead of sinking under the pressure, a sharp segment of shipowners is seizing...
How AI Will Impact 20 Key Maritime Careers
The maritime industry is on the cusp of a technological transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) set to influence everything from navigation and engineering to compliance and logistics. While vessels continue to grow in complexity,...
USA Shipbuilding: Inside the Comeback Blueprint
After decades of decline, U.S. shipbuilding is back in the spotlight. New federal mandates, billion-dollar investments, and tech-driven startups are reshaping a sector long overshadowed by foreign competitors. But the path to resurgence is...
What Happens to Abandoned Seafarers that No One Talks About
The ship hasn’t moved. Not an inch. Edric Malu scratches the number into the wall near the galley door, right under yesterday’s mark, and the one before that. It’s a habit now. Something to...