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US Diesel Exports Hit High as Europe Strengthens Sanctions Against Russian Oil

Feb 23, 2026

U.S. diesel exports to Europe hit an all‑time high in January after the continent strengthened its ban on imports of Russian-derived fuel, and as discounted Russian diesel displaced U.S. fuel in Brazil, data showed and analysts said.The developments show how Western sanctions, aimed at punishing Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, are reshaping markets, allowing U.S. producers to capture premium markets in Europe while forcing Russia to seek customers much farther from home…

Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello Appointed as Saudi Red Sea Authority Chief Executive Officer

7 hours ago

The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) announced the appointment of Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 22nd, 2026. Her appointment marks a new phase in the Authority's continued mandate to regulate and enable navigational…

Congressman Mike Ezell Receives AAPA’s 2026 Port Person of the Year Award

11 hours ago

At this year’s annual Legislative Summit, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) proudly named U.S. Representative Mike Ezell (MS-04) as the 2026 Port Person of the Year for his commitment to the seaport and maritime industry. AAPA…

EU Unveils Ports Strategy

Mar 04, 2026

The European Commission has adopted the EU Ports Strategy, a comprehensive framework to step up the competitiveness, resilience, security and sustainability of Europe’s ports.Ports are a cornerstone of the EU economy, handling around 74% of external trade…

London Marine Insurance Market Widens Risk Zone in Middle East

Mar 03, 2026

London's marine insurance market has widened the area in the Gulf it deems as high risk as the conflict in the Middle East escalates, according to an advisory issued on Tuesday.Guidance from the Joint War Committee, which comprises syndicate…

U.S. Flag Tanker Damaged, 150 Vessels Stranded with Strait of Hormuz Close

Mar 02, 2026

Insurance companies are cancelling war risk coverage for vessels in the Gulf as the widening Iran conflict disrupted shipping, leaving at least four tankers damaged, two seafarers killed and 150 ships stranded around the Strait of Hormuz.Shipping through the strait between Iran and Oman…

At Least Three Tankers Hit in Gulf

Mar 01, 2026

At least three tankers were damaged off the Gulf coast and one seafarer was killed as Iranian retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran exposed ships to collateral damage, shipping sources and officials said on Sunday.Risks to commercial shipping have surged in the past 24 hours…

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority Elects Governor Tate Reeves as 2026 Chairman

Feb 24, 2026

The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority has elected Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi to serve as Chairman for 2026. Governor Reeves will lead the four-state interstate compact as it advances economic development, freight mobility…

The Swedish Club Reports 99% Retention, Increased Tonnage at 2026 Renewal

Feb 23, 2026

The Swedish Club (TSC) has concluded its 2026 P&I renewal with a 99% retention rate.Over the past 12 months, The Swedish Club has attracted new entered tonnage with an increase of nearly 8%, driven by a combination of solid organic development…

Konecranes Introduces Gottwald ESP.4 Mobile Harbor Crane

Feb 20, 2026

Konecranes is extending the Generation 6 mobile harbor crane family with the introduction of the Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Crane ESP.4.The newest family member is the smallest in size, providing a high level of multi-purpose handling across container…

Port of Virginia Recognized for Strengthened Safety Efforts

Feb 18, 2026

The Port of Virginia is using a layered approach to strengthen safety throughout its operation by identifying the most common critical risks at its terminals and offices, emphasize safety as a core value and creation of an internal safety brand…

Epstein Files Brings Down DP World Boss

Feb 13, 2026

DP World chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem has resigned with mounting pressure over his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.Bin Sulayem, one of the Middle East's most prominent business figures, is among the highest-profile executives to…

"Green" Vessel Investments Continue Despite Delays

Feb 13, 2026

The shipping industry's biggest players are shrugging off Trump administration opposition to a global carbon price and are forging ahead with billions of dollars in emissions-reducing investments, according to company officials and a Reuters analysis of data…

Old Livestock Carriers Spark Animal Welfare and Pollution Debate

Feb 12, 2026

The 34-year-old livestock carrier ship Blue Ocean A, flying the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis, has been detained at the Italian Port of Cagliari after a port state control inspection found 54 irregularities, 30 of which were considered serious…

FranceAgriMer Reduces Forecast for Non-EU Soft Wheat Export by 300,000 Tons

Feb 11, 2026

Farm office FranceAgriMer on Wednesday reduced its forecast for French soft wheat exports outside the European Union in 2025/26 by 300,000 metric tons to 7.20 million as competition from Argentine wheat continued to weigh.The third consecutive…

Logistics News

QatarEnergy Leases 10 LNG Tankers Amid Production Halt

QatarEnergy Leases 10 LNG Tankers Amid Production Halt

Crude, Gas Tankers Depart From Iranian Ports Despite Conflict

Crude, Gas Tankers Depart From Iranian Ports Despite Conflict

Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello Appointed as Saudi Red Sea Authority Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello Appointed as Saudi Red Sea Authority Chief Executive Officer

Maritime Insurance Surges as Iran Conflict Expands

Maritime Insurance Surges as Iran Conflict Expands

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As flights to the Middle East cease, governments plan repatriations
Qatar Airways will operate flights to Europe from Doha as the air traffic remains shut
Slovakia amends Gazprom contract to increase Russian imports ahead of EU ban