Geopolitics

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

The US and China agreed to continue trade discussions following a summit between Presidents Trump and Xi in Washington D.C.

QatarEnergy has extended force majeure notices, halting LNG deliveries to Edison and some Asian clients due to Strait of Hormuz closure

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

A $30 billion US-China tariff truce for heavy industrial cargo is nearing its November expiration, creating uncertainty for breakbulk…

A Chinese research vessel is accused of spoofing its location near the Philippines' northern islands, raising maritime security concerns

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

Canada is set to increase crude oil and refined product exports, especially to Northeast Asia, amid Middle East supply disruptions

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

New US tariffs on Russian energy, proposed by Donald Trump, could worsen Europe's LNG supply squeeze.

A proposed US diesel export ban could disrupt refining, cut fuel production, and destabilize global markets, say analysts

European stock markets held steady on Monday, influenced by rising crude oil prices and AI sector challenges.

A coalition urges the U.S. to extend the freeze on Section 301 tariffs for China-built ships, warning of cost increases.

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

Bulk carrier and tanker markets are set to maintain high daily rates into the European winter due to war-driven demand.

Drewry's Intra-Asia Container Index climbed 6% to $1,491 per 40ft container, reaching a new record for the fifth week.

New logistical bottlenecks are emerging in the Western Hemisphere's energy trade, affecting supply chain efficiency

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

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.

Israel has revoked the diplomatic status of Dutch embassy staff in Ramallah due to a Dutch import ban on goods.

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

Diesel prices in the Netherlands saw a slight reduction, contrasting with a minor increase in gasoline costs, setting a new record.

Global GDP growth is projected to be resilient, but trade risks and supply chain pressures are intensifying.

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

European and British wholesale gas futures tumbled as energy traders took profits and LNG carriers adapted to Middle East routes

Canadian oil producers are reducing reliance on the US, especially California, for exports due to ongoing trade tensions.

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