Drone Attack Reported on Bulk Carrier MV INASE in Ukraine: Filipino Seafarers Injured
18 July 2026 A merchant vessel operating in Ukraine has reportedly been caught up in the ongoing conflict after an alleged drone or missile strike damaged the bulk carrier MV INASE while the ship was alongside at Port of Pivdennyi (Odessa region), Ukraine. At the time of writing, the exact nature of the weapon involved […]
What Is Merchant Shipping? The Complete Guide to the Industry That Moves the World
Learn what merchant shipping is, how commercial ships work, different vessel types, cargo operations, navigation systems, and why shipping is the backbone of global trade. Every product we use in our daily lives has a journey behind it. The fuel that powers our cars, the food we consume, the raw materials used to build our […]