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Platts Container Index rises to $7,565/FEU, hitting highest level in 2026

The Platts Container Index, a weighted average of key container routes, rose to $7,565/FEU on Aug. 21, increasing by $3,052.3/FEU and surpassing the previous 2026 high of $4,512.7/FEU on June 1 amid volatility on major container routes. Panama restrictions The North...

Iran threatens to fine, detain vessels violating Hormuz transit rules

Iran warned that vessels violating its rules for transiting the Strait of Hormuz could face penalties including fines, detention or confiscation, according to a post on X from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA). The PGSA, a newly created Iranian body tasked with...

MacGregor advances direct ship-to-well LCO₂ transfer, built on 50 years of proven bow-loading technology

MacGregor has developed a new Liquid Carbon Dioxide (LCO₂) Bow Transfer System (BTS) to enable safe, reliable ship-to-well and ship-to-rig transfer of LCO₂ across a wide range of operating conditions. The system connects capture plants directly to offshore injection...

Cargo securing on the PSC agenda

As port state control authorities prepare to step up inspections of cargo securing arrangements, ship operators should ensure that manuals and procedures are in line with IMO requirements and guidance, that securing equipment is in good working order, and that crews...

Vietnam: Seaport profits surge as trade growth supports positive second-half outlook

Listed seaport operators posted strong earnings growth in the first half of 2026, supported by expanding import-export activity, higher cargo volumes and improved operating efficiency, while the year-end peak season is expected to provide further room for growth....

Could Russia’s growing fuel crisis help end the Ukraine war?

Empty pumps, long waits: Attacks on oil refineries have left Russia increasingly short of fuel. Dissident Russian economists say growing anger about shortages among ordinary Russians could help end the Ukraine war. Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries have triggered a...

Platts Container Index rises to $7,565/FEU, hitting highest level in 2026

Iran threatens to fine, detain vessels violating Hormuz transit rules

MacGregor advances direct ship-to-well LCO₂ transfer, built on 50 years of proven bow-loading technology

Cargo securing on the PSC agenda

Vietnam: Seaport profits surge as trade growth supports positive second-half outlook

Could Russia’s growing fuel crisis help end the Ukraine war?

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