Columbia Group has strengthened its commitment to developing the next generation of maritime professionals with an enhanced Cadet Training Programme, as the industry faces mounting concerns over crew shortages, retention challenges and evolving IMO training requirements.Through Maritime HR, Columbia Group’s HR and Learning...
The Maritime Authority of Jamaica has marked Jamaica’s 50th anniversary as a member of the International Maritime Organization with a call for Small Island Developing States to be fully represented in decisions shaping the next generation of global shipping rules, particularly as the IMO continues climate negotiations following...
Costamare Bulkers Holdings Limited has reported unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.Costamare Bulkers owns 30 dry bulk vessels with a total capacity of approximately 2,665,000 DWT. Our dry bulk vessels range in size from 55,000 to 181,000 DWT.Highlights include Q1 2026 Net Income of $9.9 million...
NORDEN have announced that they have expanded their fleet with the purchase of four dry cargo Handysize vessels.Founded in 1871, NORDEN is one of Denmark’s oldest internationally operating shipping companies, with 18 offices across six continents.The four acquired vessels were built in 2024 and are scheduled for delivery during...
Fast Lines Belgium has held a naming ceremony for two Damen Combi Freighters (CF) 3850 in the Port of Antwerp. The vessels – the first newbuilds to enter the company’s fleet – will be joined by a third CF 3850 later this year.Attending the ceremony were personnel from Fast Lines in Belgium, the United Kingdom,...
Algoma Central Corporation has reported its results for the three months ended 31 March, 2026. Algoma reported first quarter revenues of $127,781, compared to revenues of $107,201 in 2025. Net earnings for the first quarter were $2,224 compared to a loss of $23,280 in 2025. Earnings in 2026 include one-time net gains totalling $...