Black Sea

Forty-five shadow fleet tankers trading Russian oil are linked to one Hong Kong nominee and 42 are sanctioned

Russia may partially resume diesel exports if production exceeds domestic demand, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.

A Liberian-flagged cargo ship was hit by a Russian attack in Ukraine's Odesa region, causing one death and three injuries

BIMCO committees met to discuss security in key maritime passages and environmental topics, including regional conflicts.

Black Sea sunflower oil exports are expected to remain below historical levels through the 2026-27 marketing year.

The UK sanctioned eight Russian vessels to target energy revenue and disrupt maritime logistics supporting the war in Ukraine

The UK sanctioned five LNG carriers, including three ice-class vessels, to target Russia's shadow fleet and Arctic LNG 2 project

A surge in vessels disabling AIS transponders, especially for prolonged durations, raises concerns about sanctions evasion and illicit…

Russian Black Sea diesel and gasoil exports fell to zero for the first time due to a nationwide export ban.

Russia's crude oil exports surged to a six-week peak, with higher prices driving cargo values close to pre-invasion levels

Russian forces targeted Kyiv's infrastructure and cargo vessels, claiming the ships were supplying the Ukrainian military

Australia's strong wheat crop could capture additional Asian demand due to prolonged Black Sea export disruptions

Russia states it will only lift its diesel export ban if international sanctions on its diesel imports are removed

Russia indicates it could quickly restart most of its Black Sea and Sea of Azov grain terminal capacity if attacks stop

India will continue to honor its overseas commitments for petroleum product exports, including diesel, despite global supply concerns.

Russian forces conducted drone strikes against Ukrainian defense facilities, logistics centers, and military vessels overnight

Attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea persist, with drones and USVs becoming primary floating hazards.

Ukraine has expressed readiness for a Black Sea maritime truce, with proposals from Egypt, India, and Turkey now awaiting Russia's response

Wheat prices fell to a one-month low as renewed diplomatic efforts between Russia and Ukraine raised hopes for Black Sea shipping.

Ukraine's re-emergence as a clinical trial hub demands specialized logistics for temperature-controlled pharma shipments and complex road…

Murmansk port will repurpose fertilizer loading equipment to begin grain exports from southern Russia, bypassing Black Sea disruptions

Russia confirms ongoing diplomatic discussions with Turkey concerning a Black Sea grain corridor while seeking alternative export routes

Renewed conflict in the Black Sea region has halted grain shipments, posing a risk to global food supply chains

Russia plans to extend its diesel export ban past September, impacting global supplies and potentially increasing bunker costs

Diesel prices in Europe and the US have hit record highs, driven by reduced exports from key producers due to conflicts

Turkey has proposed a deal to Russia and Ukraine to cease attacks on civilian ships in the Black Sea following recent incidents

New US sanctions legislation targets Russia's Yamal LNG project, potentially impacting its Arctic shipping fleet and European operators

Turkey is working to restore safe Black Sea shipping lanes as attacks disrupt grain exports and raise prices

Russia and Ukraine exchanged major drone attacks, causing civilian casualties and hitting a Moscow oil refinery.

Ocean carriers and tanker operators are seeing higher profits despite a global trade slowdown and increased operational costs