Strait of Hormuz

Saudi petrochemical giant SABIC states its Red Sea shipments remain unaffected by Middle East conflict, using flexible supply chains.

IAG Cargo's Q2 revenues and traffic fell year-on-year, but yields improved through a focus on premium cargo

Middle East conflicts are extending tanker voyage times and increasing earnings due to disruptions in key export routes.

Russian grain lobby warns Ukrainian drone attacks could soon halt Black Sea grain exports, impacting global prices and food security

Oil shuttling in the Strait of Hormuz has resumed with increased frequency, moving millions of barrels as Middle East tensions rise

Air France-KLM Group's cargo revenue surged 25% in Q2, boosted by Middle East capacity cuts and high-tech demand.

South Korean oil refiners are looking into Venezuelan crude imports due to Middle East shipping disruptions.

European natural gas prices declined due to better shipping conditions in the Strait of Hormuz and fresh LNG arrivals.

Two VLCCs departed the Strait of Hormuz, with ship-tracking data showing sparse traffic in the critical waterway

A Houthi strike reportedly caused a Saudi refinery to halt operations, with disruptions projected until mid-August.

MarineTraffic introduced new features in July 2026, including dark port call risk detection and Strait of Hormuz monitoring.

Attacks on commercial vessels in critical waterways are disrupting global trade, increasing costs, and altering shipping routes

Wheat prices climbed over 3% as escalating Russia-Ukraine hostilities disrupt Black Sea grain exports

Gulf stock markets fell as U.S. military actions against Iranian targets heightened regional tensions.

Saudi Arabia proposes a new multinational maritime defense coalition to protect Red Sea shipping lanes from Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia plans a multinational maritime defense coalition to protect Red Sea shipping after Houthi attacks disrupted trade

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb has risen, reflecting how vessels are navigating security challenges

Thirteen Indian seafarers are reportedly trapped on the MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port amid intensifying Russian drone strikes

The JWC has expanded its Red Sea high-risk zone to Jizan, while Lloyd's suspends insurance for Saudi tankers

Saudi Arabia's crude oil rerouting due to Houthi actions is tightening tanker supply and driving up freight rates.

India advocates for immediate de-escalation in West Asia and condemns attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

Indian oil importers are strategizing for Q4 crude procurement amid heightened concerns over Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab disruptions

Iraq's crude oil exports fell to around 500,000 bpd in May and June due to the Strait of Hormuz closure

Oil prices climbed after US strikes on Iran and a significant drop in US crude stockpiles, pushing Brent futures above $93.

Egypt's cabinet confirmed a drone strike caused a fire on two gas vessels at Damietta port, indicating an attack.

Suez Canal revenues have sharply declined due to persistent Red Sea shipping disruptions and Houthi threats to global trade.

A QatarEnergy LNG tanker has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in several weeks.

BIMCO forecasts El Niño will create a new demand shock for dry bulk shipping, compounded by Strait of Hormuz uncertainty

Oil prices rose after US and Saudi strikes in Iraq, with Middle East tensions and US inventory draws supporting the increase

Explosions at an Egyptian LNG port, with a U.S.-owned tanker hit by a drone, signal potential conflict expansion