What the Ship (Episode 70) | The Latest from the TPM Conference on Containers | US regulations and flattening LNG exports | Geared Bulk Ships on Fire | Russia & Tankers | India Bans Ships Older Than 25 Years What's Going on With Shipping? March 4, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the Top 5 Maritime News Stories as of March 4, 2023. First, we discuss the container sector and issues with dropping volumes and rates. Second, we look at the LNG sector, in particular US exports. Third, an examination of the dry bulk sector including the loss of of a Chinese dry bulker off the coast of Russia due to ice damage. Fourth, the crude sector and the use of VLCC carriers in a shuttle role. Finally, India is banning oil tankers and bulkers older than 25 years.