27 Mar 2026: The Middle East shipping trade has once again come under heightened scrutiny due to the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. Although this conflict has already led to higher shipping rates and war-risk insurance premiums, it could substantially impact ship operating costs as well in the long term.
04 Jun 24: China has seen the strongest increase in seafarer wages across the main seafaring countries, according to the latest Manning Annual Review and Forecast report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
07 Jun 23: Officer supply shortfall has reached a record high and is not expected to improve, leading to manning cost inflation, according to the latest Manning Annual Review and Forecast report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.