Strait of Hormuz

Unreported vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz complicate maritime security assessments, raising concerns over regional hostilities.

Windward's latest report outlines escalating maritime tensions in the Gulf, signaling potential disruptions for shipping.

Ship-to-ship transfers are facilitating cargo movement across the Strait of Hormuz, with one tanker completing 15 relays in 90 days

US LNG exports are rising, providing South Korea with a more affordable alternative to Qatari supplies amidst regional conflict

Global supply disruptions have significantly increased US diesel prices, prompting refiners to boost output and reshape biofuel economics

Market focus shifts to US consumer confidence and JOLTS data as US-Iran deal optimism fades before midterms

Oil prices rose for a second day as Middle East supply disruption concerns outweighed signs of recovering crude exports

Air cargo leaders must transition from dialogue to decisive action to address industry shifts like AI, e-commerce, and geopolitics

A coalition of 80 nations demands the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz due to its impact on global trade and energy.

Gulf oil exports are recovering, but global crude prices remain high due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and supply concerns

Former U.S. President Trump indicated that oil prices would fall sharply after the resolution of the Iran conflict

UK natural gas prices have surged over 150% this year, driven by supply concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

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

Brent crude prices exceeded $105/bbl as US-Iran maritime access negotiations remain deadlocked, impacting bunker costs.

Europe is increasing LNG imports ahead of winter, as Strait of Hormuz disruptions tighten the global market

An Iranian cruise missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz injured eight US Marines, an incident previously undisclosed

Qatar-linked LNG vessels have resumed transiting the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a return to normal operations despite US-Iran tensions

Oil prices climbed more than 2% after Iran reaffirmed its terms for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining uncertainty.

Dutch gasoline prices set a new record at €2.730 per liter, driven by Middle East tensions.

Iran has expanded its Strait of Hormuz blacklist, threatening charterers with fleet-wide sanctions for unapproved transits.

Iran awaits a US response to its Strait of Hormuz peace plan, despite reports of the Trump administration's rejection

Oil prices dropped after reports indicated potential U.S.-Iran talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Tanker availability has tightened dramatically, driving freight rates up, with some VLCC employment reportedly exceeding USD 1 million…

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

Two Iranian-linked oil supertankers, interdicted by US naval forces, are approaching the United States for seizure.

A US-sanctioned oil tanker, Sibu 1, was rescued from Somali pirates after being hijacked in August.

Crude oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz reached 33.7 million barrels in the week of September 20, maintaining steady volumes

BIMCO symposium participants agreed on the necessity of global cooperation and information sharing for maritime security

Marine insurers have lost billions covering war risks for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz due to ongoing US-Iran conflict.

The US Senate rejected a resolution to curb presidential war powers concerning Iran, a largely symbolic vote before midterm elections