Premium maritime & shipping intelligence for market professionals
Curated reports, white papers, studies, and presentations from leading shipping economists, market analysts, research organisations, and industry experts.
Full access is available to premium subscribers.
Start with a FREE 30-day trial — cancel anytime.
Gain instant access to our premium library of 1,500+ maritime and shipping reports, white papers, and industry presentations, with new content added every week.
Subscribers use Global Maritime Hub to stay informed, benchmark market views, and save hours of research time — with trusted insights all in one place.
Already a subscriber ? Log in
Nuclear shipping is drawing interest as a zero-carbon route for long-distance maritime transport, supported by advances in small modular reactor technology. But fragmented regulation, safety oversight, liability rules and emergency planning remain major obstacles to commercial adoption. Nuclear shipping is emerging as a serious decarbonisation option for the maritime sector, particularly as small modular reactor technology improves and pressure grows […]
The global shipping market was hit by a major shock in March as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted trade flows, lifted bunker prices, and drove sharp freight volatility across sectors. Tankers surged on longer voyages and tighter supply, while containers, dry bulk, LNG, and LPG faced rising costs and growing uncertainty. The global shipping market experienced a […]
Ocean freight rates are rising as Middle East disruption, port congestion and fuel shortages reduce effective vessel capacity across major trade lanes. Sustained demand growth from Asia and higher bunker costs are expected to keep ocean freight markets volatile through 2026. Ocean freight markets are under renewed pressure as disruption linked to the Middle East crisis continues to reduce effective […]
Strait of Hormuz disruptions are sharply reducing vessel transit, driving up oil and tanker freight prices, and increasing inflation risks across the global economy. The report warns that trade growth, financial stability and growth prospects in developing economies are likely to weaken further. Strait of Hormuz disruptions are creating a major shock for global trade and the wider economy. The […]
US maritime strategy planning is becoming more urgent as the United States faces major shortfalls in shipping, merchant mariners and commercial shipbuilding capacity. The report shows these gaps could undermine both military sealift and the continuity of critical seaborne trade in a prolonged conflict. This reflects the report’s core finding that current capacity is insufficient for defense and economic security […]
The 2026 outlook for shipbuilding markets shows resilient ordering, rising carbon costs and sharper geopolitical risk. China continues to dominate global yard capacity, while container demand stays strong, tanker and bulker activity normalises from 2024 highs, and owners face tighter regulatory and investment conditions. The latest view of shipbuilding markets points to a sector that remained surprisingly resilient through 2025, […]
Shipping decarbonisation is reshaping global trade routes, and green fuel bunkering is emerging as a strategic opportunity for North Africa. The report argues that Egypt and Morocco are especially well placed to supply green fuels, modernise ports and benefit from stronger maritime climate policy. Green fuel bunkering is becoming a major opportunity for North Africa as shipping decarbonisation gathers pace […]
China shipbuilding remains dominant as the global shipbuilding cycle strengthens on aging fleets and demand for low-carbon vessels. Despite US efforts to rebuild capacity and counter China’s rise, Chinese yards are expected to retain strong market share through their cost, technology and financing advantages. China shipbuilding is expected to remain highly competitive as global demand for new vessels grows, driven […]
Port performance patterns shifted across 2025 as anchorage delays, berth times and emissions varied widely by vessel size and region. The report shows smaller vessels faced longer anchorage waits, while larger ships spent less time waiting but longer alongside at berth. Port performance across the global container network remained uneven throughout 2025, with major differences emerging by vessel size, vessel […]