The U.S. paid $5 million each to keep 60 commercial ships under its flag in 2018; Defence can call on every vessel during war or a national emergencyIn March 2018, the US government approved a $300 million program to support commercial vessels for defense strategies. This Maritime Securi...
17 Oct, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Beyond Oil: How bioenergy investments can rebalance India-Russia tradeRussia now exports more than $60 billion worth of goods annually to India, primarily crude oil, petroleum products, coal, and fertilisers.
16 Oct, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Aegis Logistics to acquire 89.8% stake in Dubai-based Tristar Holdings for $809 millionAegis Logistics is set to acquire 89.8% stake in Tristar Holdings, based in Dubai, for $809 million. The deal seeks to strengthen Aegis's g...
14 Oct, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
IMF edges up 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% but warns economy is ‘vulnerable to setbacks from both directions’The International Monetary Fund has updated its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3.1 percent. Concerns remain about the economy's resilie...
13 Oct, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Can America build warships fast enough to match China? Maine shipyard clears Pentagon test to build a second destroyerThe Pentagon has certified General Dynamics Bath Iron Works to construct a second guided-missile destroyer. This decision reflects improvem...
12 Oct, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
Saudi Arabia expresses interest to invest in India’s port projects: Sarbananda SonowalIn a recent dialogue, the Saudi Ports Authority expressed a strong desire to invest in India's maritime sector. Key discussions revolved ar...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
US Navy awards $24.4 billion to accelerate production of Standard Missile-6The US Navy has secured a deal worth up to $24.4 billion with Raytheon to ramp up production of Standard Missile-6 interceptors over five y...
02 Oct, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
IFC to lend $70 million to JN Port for first blue financing in maritime sectorJNPA will become the first Indian port to deploy shore power technology at scale commercially. IFC's long-term financing is expected to sup...
27 Sep, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
Saudi defence fund speeds up maritime sector push following Houthi advanceSaudi Arabia’s MASNA Ventures plans to raise its defence-focused venture capital fund to $150 million and invest more in local manufacturin...
22 Sep, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
India's first blue bond set for launch next week: ReportSagarmala Finance Corporation plans its maiden blue bond issuance on September 28. The company aims to raise six billion rupees for maritim...
22 Sep, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
China presses Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources sayChina has privately urged Iran to help control Yemen's Houthis. Saudi Arabia sought Beijing's assistance as Houthi threats grew significant...
17 Sep, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
US drone maker Powerus signs Pakistan Army MOU, gets initial orderUS drone maker Powerus has signed an MoU with the Pakistan Army that includes an initial order for unmanned aerial systems, co-founder Bret...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
Cochin Shipyard Ltd and Drydocks World form joint venture to strengthen India’s ship repair industryDrydocks World and Cochin Shipyard Limited have formed a joint venture. This partnership will operate and expand the International Ship Rep...
12 Sep, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Putin pitches NDB investment platform to deepen BRICS trade, technology tiesRussian President Vladimir Putin proposed an NDB-based investment platform to fund trade, infrastructure, logistics and technology projects...
11 Sep, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Iranian arms and advice helped Yemen's Houthis seize key Red Sea city, sources sayIran's Revolutionary Guards are currently mentoring Houthi forces along Yemen's Red Sea coastline, reinforcing their strategic control over...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
Fly-Hi Maritime, Farm Peace SME shares to list today: Here's what GMP suggests ahead of listingFly-Hi Maritime and Farm Peace are set to make their BSE SME debuts today, September 8, after their IPOs attracted modest demand. Fly-Hi Ma...
08 Sep, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Panama Canal gets its first woman boss as Trump watches and $1.5 billion water crisis waitsNaval engineer Ilya Espino de Marotta now leads the Panama Canal administration. Her immediate priority involves advancing a significant re...
07 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST