Daily Maritime & Marine News Roundup – July 24, 2025

Stay up to date with the latest in the maritime world! Here’s a quick, friendly summary of today’s top stories, events, and incidents from leading industry sources. For more details, follow the links to the original articles.

Major Maritime Incidents & Security

Shots Fired at Livestock Carrier in Red Sea
Unidentified attackers in a wooden boat fired on a Comoros-flagged livestock carrier near Yemen. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident highlights ongoing security risks in the region.
Read more at MarineLink
Houthi Attacks Continue in the Red Sea
Recent weeks have seen several attacks on merchant vessels by Houthi militants. Notably, the Greek bulk carrier M/V Magic Seas was sunk, with dramatic footage released online.
See video and details at gCaptain

Green Shipping & Innovation

NYK Adopts Bio-LNG Fuel for Car Carriers
Japanese shipping giant NYK has started using bio-LNG fuel for its car carriers at Zeebrugge, Belgium. This move aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote cleaner shipping.
Full story at Offshore Energy
Singapore Tests All-Electric Cargo Vessel
Singapore’s first all-electric cargo vessel has successfully completed smart navigation trials. This marks a step forward for sustainable shipping in Asia.
Read more at Offshore Energy
Wind Propulsion Expands
BAR Technologies will install wind propulsion tech on new dual-fuel LR2 tankers, furthering the industry’s push for greener solutions.
Details at Offshore Energy

Shipbuilding & Business Developments

CMA CGM and TotalEnergies Form LNG Bunkering JV
French shipping company CMA CGM and energy major TotalEnergies are teaming up to offer LNG bunkering from Rotterdam. This joint venture will support the growing LNG-fueled fleet in Europe.
Read more at Maritime Executive
Hanwha Philly to Build First US LNG Carrier in 50 Years
Hanwha Philly Shipyard will construct the first US-flagged LNG carrier in nearly five decades, marking a milestone for American shipbuilding.
More at Offshore Energy
Yang Ming Orders More Methanol-Fueled Boxships
Taiwan’s Yang Ming has booked three additional methanol-fueled container ships in Japan, showing continued investment in alternative fuels.
Details at Offshore Energy

US Marine Corps News

Marine Week Chicago Celebrates 250 Years
The US Marine Corps hosted Marine Week in Chicago, marking 250 years of service with community events, outreach, and ceremonies.
See highlights at Marines.mil
Live-Fire Drone Munition Tests
Marines at Camp Lejeune conducted live-fire tests of lethal drone munitions, showcasing new capabilities for unmanned systems on the battlefield.
Read more at Marines.mil

Weather & Hurricane Updates

No Active Tropical Cyclones
As of today, there are no active tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, Eastern Pacific, or Central Pacific. However, NOAA predicts an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, so stay prepared!
Check the latest at the National Hurricane Center

Events & Museum News

Calvert Marine Museum Events
Family-friendly activities, cruises, and summer camps are ongoing at the Calvert Marine Museum in Maryland.
See the full calendar

Offshore Energy & Environment

BOEM Advances US Energy Initiatives
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is implementing the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” to boost US energy production and coastal resilience.
Read more at BOEM
Marine Sanctuaries: Plan Your Visit
NOAA encourages the public to explore national marine sanctuaries, offering visitor centers, wildlife viewing, and educational programs.
Plan your trip

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Today’s Top Maritime & Marine News – July 24, 2025