
Anglo-Eastern Enhances Fleet Security Amidst Ongoing Strait of Hormuz Disruption
Anglo-Eastern is enhancing fleet security due to the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting 16 vessels and 350 seafarers
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Anglo-Eastern is enhancing fleet security due to the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting 16 vessels and 350 seafarers

Evergreen Marine Corporation has approved a US$65.51 million order for 18,000 new shipping containers, mostly 40-foot units

Commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz face potential hostile classification if they disregard U.S. military orders

New Zealand is funding upgrades for its older naval ships to ensure continued operational capability before new vessels arrive.

Shipowners note an increase in vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting improved confidence in the waterway
China's crude oil imports have increased in 2026, signaling a potential rise in tanker demand and freight rates.
Geopolitical events are driving higher bunker costs and freight rates, necessitating smarter voyage decisions for efficiency.
A new report from Clarksons Research emphasizes the substantial global market share and resilience of Greek shipping.
The Handysize dry bulk shipping sector is undergoing a structural shift, potentially leading to fleet contraction
New guidelines from the Maritime Technologies Forum aim to improve safety for ships using wind-assisted propulsion systems
DCE iron ore futures experienced a slight dip, with port spot prices also declining amidst cautious steel mill inquiries.
Prosafe SE reported a substantial rise in Q1 2026 EBITDA, with all five vessels contributing to revenue.
Over half of all vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz have been conducted with AIS disabled since March 1
Container ship time charter rates remained remarkably consistent in Week 22, even with Middle East geopolitical tensions.
China is negotiating with the EU at the WTO over new steel tariffs, which Beijing considers protectionist.
The IMO's MEPC 84 session in London addressed new environmental regulations impacting the shipping industry, especially tankers
Soybean futures are approaching a two-year high, fueled by tighter US supply projections and robust global demand.
Alfa Laval joins ESOMOOR project to develop advanced shared mooring technologies for floating offshore wind farms.
Lloyd's Register appointed Anthi Miliou as SVP for Greece & Cyprus and SVP Global Commercial to strengthen leadership
SynMax has joined the Esri Partner Network, integrating its geospatial and maritime intelligence products into the ArcGIS platform

US ports need US$6.7 billion in investment to modernize infrastructure and enhance supply chain resilience, a new survey reveals

A Chinese-owned COSCO tanker delivered asphalt to Connecticut, intensifying the debate over emergency Jones Act waivers.

The Northwest Seaport Alliance is exploring a hybrid landlord-operating port model to better serve customers after declining container…
Master Boat Builders launched "Titan," the second of eight tugboats for Maritime Partners, marking a key milestone

ABS Chairman John McDonald addressed the increasing complexity, rising costs, and rapid decision cycles in shipping.

Oakland's port maintained steady cargo volumes in April year-over-year, with exports surpassing imports despite fewer vessel arrivals

Ongoing shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are rapidly depleting global oil inventories, according to a joint warning

Canada is developing legislation to bolster supply chain resilience, invest in ports, and curb freight disruptions to double non-US exports

Global container shipping schedule reliability improved in April 2026, reaching its highest point for the year at 62.4%.

A German court sided with Porsche, dismissing claims that a Taycan battery caused the Felicity Ace car carrier fire
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