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The Duke of Edinburgh opens Brookes Bell’s new Liverpool Office
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, opened international maritime consultancy Brookes Bell’s new Liverpool office on Thursday 24th September 2026. Accompanied by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside, Peter Oliver OBE, the High Sheriff of Merseyside Hazel Snell DL, and Cllr William Shorthall, Lord Mayor of Liverpool, His Royal Highness unveiled a plaque at No 10. Princes Dock, Princes…
Iran’s blockade trilemma: endure, escalate or negotiate
Nearly six months into the US-Iran war, the conflict has entered a third phase that looks like a game of chicken, after the hot war and the Islamabad negotiations. The key question is how long…
Six months of uncertainty for seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz
IMO Secretary-General urges practical solutions and renewed cooperation to restore freedom of navigation Thousands of seafarers have been stuck in the Persian Gulf since the current conflict in…
Höegh Autoliners orders six additional Aurora class vessels
Höegh Autoliners ASA is pleased to announce that it has decided to order additional six new dual-fuel LNG and zero-carbon-ready Aurora class vessels for delivery in 2029–2031. This decision will…
Five months on: The Middle East War’s continued impact on Atlantic Basin LNG
The Middle East conflict continues to weigh on the Atlantic Basin LNG market as tight supply and elevated prices persist five months after the US and Israel launched military strikes on Iran on Feb.…
A Renewed Chapter on the Strikes: The Capesize Pacific in Focus
August opens with a renewed chapter on the Port Hedland strikes. Using AXS Dry Insights, we review the Capesize Pacific the flow of iron-ore shipments and the ballasters map to gauge the impact on…
Iranian retaliation reaches Damietta: A new front opens beyond the Gulf and the Red Sea
A drone struck ENERGOS WINTER, a U.S.-managed LNG floating storage unit at Damietta, Egypt, on July 29, with fire spreading to a second LNG tanker alongside. Iranian state television had named…
Drewry expands OnDemand to deliver comprehensive maritime intelligence across all major shipping sectors
Drewry announced the expansion of OnDemand, its Maritime Research Knowledge Centre, which now provides comprehensive coverage across all the main shipping sectors, bringing together expert analysis,…
Genco Shipping & Trading Board of Directors to review revised, unsolicited tender offer from Diana Shipping
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited, the largest U.S. headquartered drybulk shipowner focused on the global transportation of commodities, confirmed that Diana Shipping, has announced a revised…
The Swedish Club unveils refreshed brand identity reflecting future-focused evolution
The Swedish Club has launched a refreshed brand identity reflecting the organisation’s continued evolution as a modern, forward-looking marine insurer serving the global maritime industry. The…
Britannia Group realigns senior team for growth
The developments in the senior leadership team at the Britannia Group follow Mike Hall taking over as CEO in January of this year and form part of the Club’s global strategy for business development…
Cool Carriers appoints Mike Knowles as representative in New Zealand
Cool Carriers, the world's largest operator of specialized reefer vessels, announces the appointment of Mike Knowles as its Regional Representative in Tauranga, New Zealand. Glenn Selling, Chief…
Belgian maritime partnership delivers hands on safety input for IMO ammonia fuel guidelines
IMO approval clears path for ammonia-fuelled ships with new safety guidelines The guidelines offer a clearer pathway to manage the specific risks of ammonia, particularly its toxicity and handling…
Russian Crude Exports: Who Carries the Barrels, Jan-Apr 2026
Signal Research | Signal Ocean | 22 May 2026 Executive Overview Over the first four months of 2026, the Signal Ocean Platform recorded 787 crude…
Iraqi supertanker’s Hormuz passage signals easing of oil squeeze
An Iraqi supertanker’s quiet passage through the Strait of Hormuz has offered the first tangible sign of relief for global oil markets, hinting at easing supply constraints that have driven US…
Mintra recognised in The Sunday Times best places to work 2026 for third consecutive year
For the third year running, Mintra has been recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, powered by WorkL. Selected from more than 70,000 organisations nationwide, the recognition…
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