Hormuz traffic increases, at least two sanctioned ships cross strait: CAS
Eight ships crossed through the Strait of Hormuz on March 10, up from three…
G7 tankers gain share in Russia before US waiver for sanctioned ships
A temporary US waiver has enabled sanctioned tankers to transport Russian oil,…
Birdon celebrates first three WCC vessels with Keel Authentication ceremony
Birdon America, hosted senior leaders from the United States Coast Guard,…
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Trafigura closes 5.8 billion revolving credit facilities and signs 3.0 billion contingent liquidity facility
Trafigura Group , a market leader in the global commodities industry, announced…
Kongsberg listen scores commercial breakthrough with DOF HUGIN order
Kongsberg Discovery has secured the first commercial order for its newly…
Shipping Markets hit record highs: Taking Stock
Shipping has again been at the “frontline” of geopolitical events, with a…
Tanker charterers cancel voyages, defer deals; owners seek routes outside Gulf
Trading companies and oil importers have deferred chartering for several…
Mental Health experts warn lack of support for female seafarers puts talent pipeline at risk
Mental health experts are warning that if the industry does not remove barriers…
Blank Sailings double on East–West trades as predictive planning emerges as industry’s shock absorber
Blank sailings across the main East–West container trades surged sharply this…
Klaveness Combination Carriers CLEANBU vessel fixed on two-year time charter
A subsidiary of Klaveness Combination Carriers ASA has secured a two-year time…
Chapman Freeborn appoints R-BAG group as general sales agent across Eastern Europe
Chapman Freeborn, providing air charter solutions for air cargo and passenger…
Wirana enhanced Indian scrutiny raises barriers for sanctioned vessels seeking recycling
India’s decision to introduce additional documentation checks before…
MarinePALS CEO calls for action to make defibrillators mandatory on all merchant vessels
The message from MarinePALS CEO Captain Pradeep Chawla is clear: “We have…
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Five ways evidence is unlocking women’s economic participation
Countries can only reach their full potential when everyone can contribute.…
Eurozone economy in the line of fire
War, China and tariffs The eurozone economy is one of the most vulnerable to…
Strait of Hormuz Spotlight: Scenario Analysis
Asharp decline in tanker transits through the Strait of Hormuz and rising…
WellAtSea champions women in maritime for International Women’s Day
Women still remain vastly underrepresented across the maritime industry, from…
The Mission to Seafarers supports stranded seafarers amid Gulf conflict
The Mission to Seafarers, a leading international maritime welfare charity,…
Fertilizer markets suffer from Arabian Gulf Conflict Market Insights
Iran- USA/Israel Conflict impact on fertiliser markets While global markets…
Arun Sharma highlights role of classification in strengthening India’s shipbuilding ecosystem at ‘Sagar Sankalp’ Conclave
Mr. Arun Sharma, Executive Chairman of Indian Register of Shipping and member…
BIFA appoints Steve Murray as regional representative – Central Region
The British International Freight Association has appointed Steve Murray as…
DHT Holdings announces delivery of VLCC newbuilding
DHT Holdings, announces that it has taken delivery of the second VLCC…
How the Strait of Hormuz shutdown is disrupting dry bulk, LNG freight and trade compliance
The Mideast Gulf supplies approximately 20% of global seaborne LNG Over 10…
Middle East Conflict: Airspace closures to cause supply chain chaos and spiralling freight rates
Airspace closures linked to escalating Middle East conflict are removing…
Hormuz blockade halts Oil Tanker traffic completely amid Iran-China consultations
Oil Tanker Passage Plummets from 50 to Zero Ships Daily with Strait of…
Middle East Operational Advisory – Contingency measures for selected Gulf Ports
Further to our previous advisories and considering the evolving security…
China’s shipping giant Cosco halts services to and from Gulf
Chinese shipping giant Cosco, which operates one of the world’s biggest oil…
Valenciaport awards contract for extension of AEAT and Civil Guard facilities in the port of Valencia
The works affect the offices of the Civil Guard Maritime Service at the Royal…
Asia crackers declare force majeure over naphtha crunch
Escalating tensions in the Middle East Gulf have placed 57%, 1.33mbd, of…
ETF reaction to the Port Strategy and Maritime Industrial Strategy
The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) welcomes today’s European…
Saudi Red Sea Authority appoints Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello as Chief Executive Officer
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) announced the appointment of Dr. Maryam Ali…
Rising tensions since Saturday escalate Energy Risk Market Insights
Strait of Hormuz | From Vital Energy Chokepoint Point to Pressure Point The…
Pelagic Partners launches Pelagic Credit following successful listing on Oslo Stock Exchange
The launch of Pelagic Credit marks a significant expansion of its…
European Industrial Maritime Strategy highlights strategic role of shipping for energy and supply chain security, rejecting protectionist calls
European Shipowners welcome the European Industrial Maritime Strategy, which…
Seven Korean Oil Tankers stranded in Strait of Hormuz
It has been identified that seven crude oil tankers from domestic oil refinery…
INTERTANKO and OCIMF have issued the following joint statement
INTERTANKO (the International Association of Independent Tanker Owners) and Oil…
Strait of Hormuz disruption: Which container vessels are trapped, waiting, or diverting?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical chokepoints in global…
Idwal appoints Rebecca Sperti as Chief Commercial Officer to accelerate global growth
Idwal, the global vessel assurance specialist, has announced the appointment of…
ABP launches new virtual work experience programme to open up the world of ports to young people
During National Careers Week, Associated British Ports, the UK’s leading port…
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited announces delivery of first high specification Newcastlemax vessel
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited , the largest U.S. headquartered drybulk…
First IRS-classed indigenous cadet training ship ‘Krishna’ launched at L&T shipyard in the presence of General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff
The first of three indigenous Cadet Training Ships being constructed by Larsen…
K MARINE SHIP MANAGEMENT obtains ISO 45001 certification
K MARINE SHIP MANAGEMENT, a ship management company of the Kawasaki Kisen…
IUMI Statement Marine Insurance in the Middle East Region
IUMI Media Statement: Middle East IUMI and the marine insurance community are…
Iran- USA/Israel conflict impact on bulk
Dry bulk trade through the Strait of Hormuz faces disruption, with the impact…
Middle East war traps 20,000 seafarers, 15,000 cruise passengers in Gulf
Around 20,000 seafarers and 15,000 cruise ship passengers are stuck in the…
Strait of Hormuz – Great Expectations of a Narrow Passage
Against a background of escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle…
Container freight from West Coast India to Middle East hits record high amid war
Container shipping rates from the west coast of India to the Middle East hit…
Statement from ICS Chairman Emanuele Grimaldi
“I have been deeply concerned about the seafarers who are being put in…
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha announced contract signing ceremony for phases 2 of Northern Lights JV DA
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, announces that a ceremony to commemorate the signing of…
Danish Shipping welcomes new EU strategies highlighting shipping as a European strength
With two new strategies, the European Commission places the…
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Fragmented compliance systems increase sanctions risk across global shipping, Marcura report warns
Maritime companies face rising sanctions and compliance complexity as…
IMO Secretary-General: Seafarer deaths in Strait of Hormuz unacceptable
Seafarers must not be targets, says Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez after…
OceanScore inaugurates Tokyo office, reinforcing its role as the Maritime Industry’s Compliance Backbone
OceanScore has formally inaugurated its Tokyo office, marking the next phase of…
British International Freight Association Supports International Women’s Day
- Championing greater inclusion across global logistics Ahead of International…
Comments from BIMCO on proposal by the US to launch protective measures for shipping
The announcement from US President Donald Trump about selling “political risk…
Geopolitical risks in Middle East seen tightening Asian aluminum market
Geopolitical developments in the Middle East were expected to boost prices…
US/Israeli military intervention in Iran: Charterparty implications
Given the rapidly developing situation with Iran, this article provides an…
Fitch: Iran conflict’s scope and duration will determine sovereign rating impact
Middle Eastern sovereign ratings generally have sufficient headroom to…
BIMCO Shipping Number of the Week: Strait of Hormuz disruptions currently impacting 4% of dry bulk market
"The attacks on Iran by the US and Israel have caused disruptions for ships…
Eurozone inflation at risk of trending higher over war in Middle East
Let’s look back at February: inflation increased from 1.7% to 1.9%. The…
AD Ports Group confirms business continuity across all operations amid regional developments
AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, industry and…
China stays hungry for iron ore as Simandou ramps-up
China continues to fill its iron ore stocks as Simandou export…
IBIA Statement on the Situation in the Middle East
IBIA’s thoughts are with all our members, seafarers and shore-based personnel…
British International Freight Association champions freight forwarding careers during National Careers Week
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is supporting this week’s…
Maritime security update: Gulf Region / Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea
The Wider Gulf Region: Maritime security update Since yesterday, several…
Collective Bargaining Agreements for Filipino Seafarers on DIS Vessels Renewed
The DIS collective bargaining agreements between Danish Shipping and the…
The Royal Belgian Shipowners' Association backs international call for protection of seafarers in the Persian Gulf
As a major maritime player, Belgium regularly has vessels operating in the…
Algoma Central Corporation announces agreement to acquire Lower Lakes Fleet
Algoma Central Corporation, a leading provider of marine transportation…
Japanese shipping giants pull back as Strait of Hormuz ’practically closes’
Japanese carriers operating in the Middle East have shifted their operations…
ISSA Statement on the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East
The International Shipsuppliers & Services Association (ISSA) is deeply…
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KEZAD Group Signs 50-Year Land Lease with Galadari Brothers’ Heavy Equipment Division to Establish AED 75 Million Facility
The 150,000 sqm facility will establish operations for storage and distribution…
Escalating Israel–Iran conflict threatens Gulf shipping
Recent attacks between Israel-US and Iran have significantly heightened…
Pregnancy at sea often brings uncertainty, economics, and silence
For many women working at sea, pregnancy isn’t one moment but a journey shaped…
Anglo-Eastern hosts Manila Conference 2026 delivering excellence in ship management with a commitment to Filipino seafarers
Anglo-Eastern Univan Group hosted its landmark crew conference in Manila,…
DHT Holdings announces appointment of Mr Erik Bartnes to the Board of Directors
DHT Holdings, announced the appointment of Mr. Erik Bartnes to the Board of…
Open call shipping companies invited to join the NextWave Alliance to upskill seafarers
The International Maritime Organization is inviting shipping companies…
Europe’s Exporters Pause at the window as tariff instability deepens
Export market softens as depot congestion and weak container demand pressure…
The London P&I Club reports positive 2026 renewals, underpinned by disciplined underwriting and strong Member support
The London P&I Club has concluded the 2026 renewal season with another…
Barakat Group starts construction of AED 150M baby food manufacturing facility in KEZAD
First Dedicated Industrial-Scale Halal Baby Food Purée Facility in the GCC to…
Revised IMO measures for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has published Resolution…
MarinePALS CEO calls for realistic review of Manning Scales as IMO Reopens Fatigue Debate
As the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepares to open discussions…
VLCC Second-hand Prices at Decade Highs
Dirty Vs Clean Freight Signals | Supply Trends | Demand Growth……
48 Hours into the Iran War: A Maritime Intelligence Breakdown
At a Glance U.S. strikes under Operation Epic Fury immediately altered…
Statement from the International Chamber of Shipping, European Shipowners|ESCA and the Asian Shipowners’ Association on situation in the Straits of Hormuz
“Our foremost concern is for the wellbeing of the seafarers and civilians…
Maersk temporarily diverts ME11 and MECL services from Red Sea
In a notable shift following recent attempts to resume trans-Suez transits,…
General notice of cancellation in respect of certain war risks
To all fixed premium assureds (including Fixed P&I, Charterers,…
Greek maritime leaders address industry challenges at the Lloyd’s Register Hellenic Advisory Committee
The discourse focused on fleet investment, future skills, newbuilds in Asia and…
Low ship recycling activity threatens market strength: BIMCO's Tanker Shipping Market Overview & Outlook February 2026 is out
"We expect continued strong market conditions for crude tankers in 2026 and…
Panamax Freight view - Indonesia Thermal Coal to India
Freight Market Signals, Ballasters' Overview & Tonne Charts……
Establishment of “K” Line Ship Management Holdings, Ltd. to strengthen the Group-wide Ship Management Structure
- Further Enhancing Expertise and Advancing Group Management of the Ship…
David Roberts joins the Britannia Group as new head of Asia
The Britannia Group has appointed David Roberts as its new Regional Head of…