Riviera Maritime Media

19/10/2026

Bibby Marine has launched its battery-first electric commissioning service operation vessel (eCSOV), Staffordshire, at Armon Shipyard in Vigo, Spain

15/10/2026

Container lines return to Suez is positive news for lead times, fuel consumption and emissions

Global container port throughput has passed 1 billion TEU, increasing fivefold in 25 years. However, new container ship ordering in the past five years has also increased capacity by 21.7 million TEU. This will add about 3 million TEU per year to the container fleet in the years to come, putting downward pressure on freight rates. Despite this, long-term demand remains positive as the world’s population is expected to increase by 1.5 billion people over the next 25 years

https://www.rivieramm.com/news-content-hub/container-lines-return-to-suez-is-positive-news-for-lead-times-fuel-consumption-and-emissions-per-transported-container-90270

29/09/2026

With 2030 fast approaching, shipping risks falling short of green fuel targets

https://www.rivieramm.com/news-content-hub/with-2030-fast-approaching-shipping-risks-falling-short-of-green-fuel-targets-90123

28/09/2026

Explora Journeys, the privately held luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group, signs letter of intent for fleet of luxury river cruise ships with Den Breejen Shipyard

Explora Journeys, the privately held luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group, signs letter of intent for fleet of luxury river cruise ships with Dutch shipbuilder

28/09/2026

Susannah Streeter to Lead the Conversation at Shipping UK

On 6 October, award-winning broadcaster and financial commentator Susannah Streeter will join us in Westminster to moderate Shipping UK, where we will bring together the leaders, policymakers and experts tackling the biggest challenges facing the sector.

From geopolitics and global trade to security and investment, Susannah's experience covering the forces shaping the world economy makes her ideally placed to lead a day of debate about what comes next for shipping.

Join organisations including Carnival UK, Clarksons Research, Maersk UK, P&O Ferries, Red Funnel and Seapeak, alongside representatives from government, defence and finance, to examine the decisions that will define the industry's future through to 2030.

https://events.rivieramm.com/event/shipping-uk-conference/summary?

25/09/2026

International momentum builds behind nuclear-powered commercial ships

Representatives from 50 countries attended the ATLAS meeting to discuss international standards, safety and security roadblocks to nuclear-powered merchant shipping

24/09/2026

Digital ROI: Unlocking Competitive Efficiencies.

Chaired by Nick Chubb, founder of Thetius, this expert panel brings together three perspectives on digital return on investment: the shipowner and manager; the insurer; and the connectivity provider.

Expect insight into what operators spend per vessel, a five-year outlook for risk-based decision-making and practical guidance on future-proofing a fleet’s digital estate.

https://events.rivieramm.com/event/shipping-uk-conference/summary

24/09/2026

Ambassador Cruise Line builds international expansion with Oceania Sirena acquisition

https://www.rivieramm.com/news-content-hub/ambassador-cruise-line-builds-international-expansion-with-oceania-sirena-acquisition-90092

24/09/2026

Germany eyes sale of Meyer Werft stake to MSC, with yard and cruise line still finalising €10Bn newbuild deal​

MSC has emerged in reports that German federal and regional governments are looking for a buyer for an 80% controlling share in shipbuilder Meyer Werft

23/09/2026

Who can ban scrubber discharges?

https://www.rivieramm.com/news-content-hub/who-can-ban-scrubber-discharges-imo-must-decide-90061