Strait of Hormuz

The Drewry World Container Index fell by 4% for the second week, driven by increased capacity and US tariff concerns

Kuehne+Nagel CEO Stefan Paul asserts the Gulf landbridge cannot substitute Hormuz shipping due to port congestion and renewed attacks

CMA CGM is implementing an emergency fuel surcharge globally from August 1 due to escalating Middle East tensions and rising energy costs

Saudi Arabia's oil exports are increasingly dependent on the Suez Canal due to rising Red Sea risks.

Copper futures stabilized above $6.3 per pound following reduced Middle East tensions and diplomatic efforts.

China's reduced crude imports have helped stabilize global oil prices, but shrinking inventories could still lead to price spikes.

European stock markets rallied as crude oil prices fell, easing inflation concerns ahead of key central bank decisions.

The US dollar shows increased strength before the FOMC decision, as EUR/USD drops due to Middle East tensions.

Iran will reportedly halt attacks if the US continues its pause on air strikes after a two-week bombing campaign

The US is reinforcing sanctions on Iran, disabling vessels as Iranian tankers, with 45 million barrels of crude, await transfers off…

Shipping traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait fell after Houthi attacks on Saudi oil installations.

A Russian attack on a Danube freighter has left two crew members missing, underscoring regional shipping risks

Tanker freight rates are rising as Red Sea tensions and Houthi threats against Saudi ports cause transit delays and diversions

Houthi forces announced a naval blockade targeting Saudi, Israeli, and US-linked vessels, with Saudi crude exports continuing.

Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb threaten global shipping routes and freight operations

A recent LMAA award provides key insights into VOYWAR 1993, focusing on alternative port orders and contract frustration

Shipowners have suspended access to Ukrainian ports due to concerns over Russian attacks, impacting Black Sea trade.

The Iran conflict has reportedly broadened to include the Red Sea and Caspian Sea, despite a pause in US airstrikes

An international cargo vessel sank off Odesa, Ukraine, a week after being hit by Russian forces, underscoring Black Sea shipping risks

The U.S. military engaged a merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports amid ongoing regional tensions

Three maritime clashes between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea have escalated tensions, with US presence increasing

Houthi militants targeted Saudi oil facilities in two Red Sea port cities, escalating regional tensions and maritime security concerns

Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports saw a significant drop in early 2026, primarily due to Middle East geopolitical tensions

Saudi Arabia told the UN Security Council that Houthi claims of blockading Yemeni ports and airports are misinformation.

Shipping risks in the Strait of Hormuz remain high, with reduced AIS traffic and elevated war-risk premiums impacting operations

Oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel after Houthi forces attacked two Saudi tankers in the Red Sea.

Escalating conflict in Iran has disrupted plastic supply chains, leading to higher prices and a stop-start recovery for materials.

Geopolitical tensions have led to higher oil prices, increasing costs for consumer goods and freight.

Tanker crossings in the Strait of Hormuz reached a two-month low amidst regional shipping risks and rising oil prices

Global container freight rates have fallen for two consecutive weeks, influenced by reduced US demand and increased vessel supply