DFDS reported a slim profit and cautious optimism as passenger travel in Europe restarted and the fall in freight volumes slowed. But last-minute bookings meant it was uncertain if this would last, with travel tied to economic recoveries

Working with a Norwegian customer, GreenSteam showed that fouling resistance accelerated when plant and animal growth attached on to slime. Identifying that point is critical to hull cleaning

CMA CGM has offered the Lebanese and French governments logistics and maritime assistance to respond to the emergency

Diversions to Tripoli are likely to be needed for a week or two but the port has sufficient remaining capacity to handle expected cargoes, and customs formalities for containerised cargo are due to resume on Monday

Lloyd’s List Intelligence showed 30 car carriers from different companies are laid up at Malaysia’s Labuan anchorage alone, and older carriers may be headed for the beach

Grimaldi says: ‘If governments are determined to prop up ferry routes then they should proceed in a uniform, non-distorting fashion, regardless of their financial strength, in accordance with existing European Union state aid rules.’