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War speeds orders as Korea shipbuilders secure steady contracts
As it approaches a month since war broke out between the United States and Israel and Iran, the order books...
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US wants IMO to scrap Net-Zero Framework
The US has called on the IMO to “end consideration” of the Net-Zero Framework and not resume the Marine Environment...
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Strait of Hormuz Reopening Seen as Key to Oil and Fertilizer Flows
On Thursday after the market close, President Trump announced on Truth Social that the U.S. was pausing strikes on Iran’s...
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Why is the savings picture worsening across Europe?
European households are reporting a decline in savings compared to a year ago, with rising living costs and a growing...
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Trump touts “great progress” in Iran talks, but threatens further strikes
President Donald Trump touted “progress” in potential negotiations with Iran on Monday, but threatened to carry out strikes on a...
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Trump says ‘no problem’ for Russian tanker to deliver oil to Cuba
US President Donald Trump said Sunday that Moscow could send oil to Cuba despite Washington’s de facto fuel blockade, as...
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DHT Holdings, Inc. Strategic Fleet Update
DHT Holdings, Inc. continues its fleet modernization program with two key vessel announcements today. The Company has taken delivery of...
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Improving crew management for Filipino seafarers
The maritime industry has long relied on spreadsheets, emails, and fragmented tools to manage one of its most critical assets:...
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Mideast conflict sends energy, economic shockwaves across Europe
One month after the United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran, rising energy prices and supply risks are...
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Indian worker killed in strike as Gulf conflict escalates
An Indian worker was killed after an Iranian strike hit a power facility in Kuwait, causing significant damage to infrastructure,...
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Chemical trade routes prioritize security over cost efficiency
Global trade routes are undergoing their most significant transformation since the first Gulf War as companies prioritize supply chain security...
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ARA fuel oil stocks down 20%
The ARA’s independently held fuel oil stocks have slumped 20% lower in March so far, according to Insights Global data....
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Heavy weather risks at anchor, waiting off and entering port
In this heavy weather series we have previously considered factors relevant to keeping ships and crew out of harm’s way...
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Entitlement, FuelEU Database access, and the real bottleneck under FuelEU Maritime
FuelEU Maritime is now transitioning from a phase of preparation into one of execution. Over the first compliance year, market...
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How to Build Confidence Through Market-Aligned Vessel Valuations
Vessel market values sit at the center of critical decisions across the shipping industry. A shipowner evaluating whether to divest...
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Hormuz disruptions strain East & South Africa’s oil supply
East and South Africa’s limited domestic refining capacity – just two active refineries, both located in South Africa, with one...
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Solid rebound in Hormuz tanker flows backs Trump’s claim
Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has picked up in recent days, lending some support to claims by U.S....
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US warns of potential threats in the Bab al Mandeb Strait
Since 2024, the Iran-backed Houthis have posed a severe threat to maritime security around the Bab al-Mandeb Strait in response...
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Houthi missile attack on Israel stokes Red Sea shipping fears
A missile attack on Israel by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Saturday raises concern that Tehran’s proxies may again...
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Tankers: VLCC Market Still Elevated
Clean LR2 The TC1 75kt MEG/Japan index went from WS383 to WS411 this week. A voyage west also saw the...
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