About us

The Waterline Journal (TWJ) is an independent publication covering the global maritime industry.

Our goal is simple: to help maritime professionals stay informed about the developments shaping the world’s shipping lanes, offshore operations, ports, shipyards and coastal economies.

We provide curated reporting on the stories that matter most across:

  • Shipping

  • Offshore Oil & Gas

  • Ports & Logistics

  • Shipbuilding

  • Yachting & Boating

  • Energy Transition

The maritime industry remains one of the most essential yet least visible sectors of the global economy. From international trade and offshore energy production to port infrastructure and vessel construction, the decisions made across this industry influence supply chains, energy security and economic growth worldwide.

The Waterline Journal was created to bring these developments together in a clear, accessible and professional format for executives, industry professionals and anyone with a serious interest in the maritime sector.

Our editorial approach is grounded in accuracy, relevance and independence. We focus on delivering reliable news, important industry developments and carefully selected stories from across the maritime world.

As the publication evolves, TWJ will expand its coverage with original interviews, industry commentary, market perspectives and deeper analysis of the trends shaping the future of maritime business.

Whether you work at sea, in a shipyard, a port terminal, an offshore operation, a maritime service company or a corporate office, The Waterline Journal aims to be a trusted source of information for the global maritime community.

Welcome aboard.

Romulo Bacchiega

Founder & Publisher of The Waterline Journal

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Independent reporting and curated news from the global maritime industry, covering shipping, offshore energy, ports, shipbuilding, yachting and the energy transition.