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Hormuz Traffic Slows as Uncertainty Persists

Aug 19, 2026

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed, data showed on Wednesday, as most shipowners avoided the key waterway because of a lack of clear signalling on its reopening from a blockade during the Iran war.Six commodity vessels crossed the strait on Tuesday…

Iraq to Export Crude via Multiple Outlets

Aug 18, 2026

Iraq's cabinet approved mechanisms for exporting Iraqi crude through specialized international and local companies and via multiple export outlets, the government said on Tuesday.The contracts under the new mechanism will run for three months starting September 1…

Hormuz Crossings Rise Slightly from Weekend

Aug 17, 2026

Ship crossings via the Strait of Hormuz were still in single digits on Monday, despite rising slightly from the weekend, according to preliminary shipping data on Tuesday, amid a stalemate in U.S. and Iranian peace talks.Six commodity ships transited the strait on Monday…

Indian Gasoline Cargo Arrives in Russia to Ease Shortages

Aug 17, 2026

At least one cargo of gasoline from India has entered Russia's domestic market as Moscow seeks to ease fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, three industry sources told Reuters and LSEG shipping data showed.Russia has…

Shipping Slows Through Strait of Hormuz After Tanker Attacks

Aug 16, 2026

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed over the weekend, data showed on Monday, following attacks on tankers, while U.S.-Iran talks to resolve the Middle East conflict stalled.Five commodity vessels transited the strait on Saturday, with none registered for Sunday…

Ukraine Offers Russia Truce in Black Sea

Aug 13, 2026

Ukraine has sent Russia an offer suggesting they both halt attacks on civilian targets in the Black Sea, a source said, after mounting strikes on vessels and ports there raised fears over global food supplies.The offer to suspend attacks was transmitted by Kyiv via a third party…

Revised Jones Act Waiver Takes Effect August 17

Aug 13, 2026

U.S. Customs and Border Protection said on Thursday the Department of Homeland Security has approved a second 90-day extension of a Jones Act waiver first issued on March 17, 2026, allowing certain covered cargoes to continue moving on foreign-flagged vessels between U…

Despite $600m Middle East Hit, Hapag-Lloyd Q2 Results are Strong

Aug 13, 2026

Hapag-Lloyd reported a recovery in second-quarter 2026 earnings as stronger container volumes and spot rates helped counter roughly $600 million in additional costs stemming from the Middle East conflict.The German container shipping group posted Q2 EBITDA of $829 million…

Strong Vessel Demand, Rates Lift Maersk Outlook

Aug 13, 2026

Danish shipping group Maersk on Thursday raised its full-year earnings guidance for a second time this year and smashed profit forecasts as global container demand proved resilient in the face of the Middle East conflict.Surging freight rates…

The US Says More Oil is Leaving the Middle East, but is it really?

Aug 13, 2026

Just how much crude oil is leaving the Strait of Hormuz?U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright claims almost nine million barrels per day, but the companies that track vessel movements say at best it is about half this volume.The amount of crude leaving the Middle East via the narrow chokepoint matters…

China Insights: Iron Ore Mining Cools, Steel Making Softens

Aug 12, 2026

'In the first half of 2026, Chinese iron ore mining fell by 7% y/y due to a 6% y/y increase in iron ore net imports and weaker steel production. The country is increasingly sourcing its iron ore from abroad because it is often of higher grade and competitively priced…

Shuttle Tankers: A Distinct Vessel Breed, a Niche Market

Aug 12, 2026

A wave of new investment in dedicated shuttle tankers has been spurred by the age profile of the existing fleet coupled with surging developments in the Brazilian offshore market.Constituting a specialized asset class, dynamic positioning (DP)…

U.S. Fires to Disable Panama-Flag Ship Accused of Violating Iran Blockade

Aug 11, 2026

The U.S. military fired missiles to disable a Panama-flagged cargo ship Tuesday after the vessel allegedly ignored repeated warnings to stop while attempting to violate the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports.U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said a U…

ABB to Power Allseas’ Heavy Transport Vessel Grand Tour

Aug 11, 2026

ABB will supply the integrated power and propulsion system for Grand Tour, a new 230-meter semi-submersible heavy transport vessel being built by Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) for offshore contractor Allseas.Scheduled for delivery in 2028…

US Sells Seized Tankers for Scrap

Aug 10, 2026

The U.S. government has sold for scrap two sanctioned oil tankers that were seized in the days after Washington's raid on Venezuela, Lloyd's List reported on Monday.Dubai-headquartered vessel recycling firm Global Marketing Systems purchased the tankers last month for an undisclosed sum…

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Singapore, Norway Launch Call for Green Shipping Research Grants

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Los Angeles, Long Beach Port Workers and ILWU Watchmen Extend Bargain Deadline

Corn, Soybean Futures Remain at Multi-Month Lows

Corn, Soybean Futures Remain at Multi-Month Lows

Ukraine Renews Attacks on Russian Oil Refineries

Ukraine Renews Attacks on Russian Oil Refineries

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