Geopolitics

Organized cybercriminals are exploiting systemic vulnerabilities in European supply chains, exacerbated by driver shortages and spot…

The AUKUS alliance is developing unmanned undersea vehicles, with a delivery target set for 2027.

A U.S. military missile struck the engine room of a vessel attempting to breach a blockade against Iran.

Venezuelan dirty petroleum exports surged in early 2026, driven by geopolitical shifts and a US-led blockade on sanctioned tankers.

Global shipping's resilience is increasingly fragile, requiring international cooperation to tackle mounting risks, officials warned.

India's crude oil imports rose 11% in May, hitting 5 million barrels per day, largely due to increased supplies from Russia and Venezuela

Geopolitical events are causing significant volatility in grain and fertilizer markets, impacting trade routes and supply chains.

A potential US-Iran deal, even if it reopens the Strait of Hormuz, is unlikely to prompt immediate central bank policy shifts

The US Navy is evaluating four distinct fleet design proposals to shape its future naval strategy and procurement.

Oman has issued a navigation warning after a suspected floating mine was sighted near the Strait of Hormuz

Thousands of Mexican truck drivers lost their U.S. visas due to cabotage violations, affecting cross-border freight.

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

Shipowners note an increase in vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting improved confidence in the waterway

Geopolitical events are driving higher bunker costs and freight rates, necessitating smarter voyage decisions for efficiency.

Over half of all vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz have been conducted with AIS disabled since March 1

China is negotiating with the EU at the WTO over new steel tariffs, which Beijing considers protectionist.

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

The Trump administration seeks immediate, unrestricted commercial shipping access in the Strait of Hormuz as part of a proposed Iran…

Chevron CEO reports multiple vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting persistent security risks for shipping.

About 25% of large oil tankers stranded by conflict have now navigated out of the Strait of Hormuz.

Containerized imports to the Middle East dropped 64% in March, with exports falling 62% year-on-year.

A Xeneta report investigates how costs are distributed among supply chain stakeholders during disruptions, emphasizing the value of trust

The simultaneous blockage of the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz marks an unprecedented disruption for global shipping and logistics

The U.S. merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $82.4 billion, a 3.4% reduction from the previous month, due to increased exports

Global disruptions are set to drive container freight rates higher in the coming weeks, benefiting ocean carriers.

Progress in US-Iran deal talks has boosted global equities, but European markets lag, remaining below prior highs.

A reported 60-day US-Iran ceasefire extension offers temporary relief, though long-term geopolitical questions remain.

The EU Emissions Trading System for shipping is distorting maritime trade, potentially impacting offshore energy and military logistics.

Container lines are expanding into the premium out-of-gauge cargo market, seeing solid demand despite global disruptions