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DP World successfully executed its first complete vehicle shipment in Europe, connecting Zeebrugge with Aiud by rail.

DSV and Kuehne+Nagel are implementing different AI strategies, with DSV eyeing acquisitions and Kuehne+Nagel focusing on operational gains

Houthi forces claim a missile attack on a Saudi oil tanker off the coast of Yanbu in the Red Sea.

Dajin Heavy Industry has delivered the King Two, its second specialized vessel for offshore wind farm installations

The shipping industry faces continued uncertainty in the latter half of 2026 following significant geopolitical disruptions.

India condemned the sinking of an Indian-registered commercial vessel in the Red Sea after an attack, with all 14 crew rescued

An Indian-flagged cargo vessel sank in the Red Sea after a suspected attack near Yemen, escalating regional maritime risks

Middle Eastern oil producers are considering land-based export options to bypass the Strait of Hormuz due to geopolitical shifts.

The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk freight index rose 3.3% to a three-week high, primarily due to surging capesize rates

Ukrainian strikes on Russian infrastructure have reshaped Russia's seaborne oil trade, reducing refined product exports and boosting crude…

Global container shipping volumes saw a slight decrease in the first half of 2026, after an increase in 2025.

Oil tanker threats in the Middle East are at their highest level since the Iran-Iraq War due to recent Red Sea attacks

OneLink Performance encourages maritime firms to utilize data dashboards for strategic decision-making and proving business impact

Geopolitical factors are creating significant operational challenges for the offshore sector, exceeding past difficulties.

VLSFO availability in Singapore remains tight, with extended lead times and inventories impacted by US-Iran hostilities.

A second Qatari LNG tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to expanded force majeure declarations.

ShipIn Systems has raised $52 million to further develop its AI operating system for commercial shipping vessels

Venezuela's crude oil exports fell by 25% in July, reaching a five-month low of 856,000 barrels per day.

DP World Australia and Balco Australia have signed a new multi-year agreement to boost forage export supply chain efficiency

Port of Rotterdam is developing new green space in Rozenburg to support expanded pipeline infrastructure for energy transition

Datuk Ruslan Abdul Ghani, Bintulu Port's current CEO, will transition to lead Sarawak Energy Bhd as its new Group CEO.

The Port of Rotterdam is launching a pilot to release over half a million European flat oysters, combining nature restoration with…

Hedge funds and money managers reduced their net-long positions in ICE Brent futures by nearly 7,000 lots.

European wholesale natural gas prices rebounded due to persistent shipping delays in the Strait of Hormuz, despite Middle East peace talks.

Wheat futures are expected to open lower on the Chicago Board of Trade, following recent gains tied to Black Sea export concerns

Saudi Arabia has imposed anti-dumping duties on cast iron pipes from India, with tariffs between 16.96% and 29.94%

India's captive and commercial coal mines boosted production by 9.61% in July 2026, reaching 14.78 million tonnes

Japan has imposed anti-dumping duties on hot-dipped galvanized steel imports from China and South Korea to safeguard its domestic industry.

US job quits increased in June, with significant rises in leisure, hospitality, and the trade, transportation, and utilities sectors

The US Logistics Managers' Index eased in July, signaling a moderation in growth after a period of rapid expansion.