Maritime Alert Issued Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

A security alert has been issued by the UKMTO, MSCHOA, and JMIC cautioning vessel operators navigating through the Middle East of elevated risk.

Suez Canal Offers 15% Fee Cut Amid Easing Red Sea Tensions

Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority has announced a temporary 15% reduction in transit fees for large containerships, in a bid to revive trade flows.

MSC Antonia Grounds in Red Sea Amid GPS Spoofing Concerns

Mediterranean Sea Enters Sulphur Emission Control Zone

As of May 1, the Mediterranean Sea became an Emission Control Area for sulphur oxides (SOx), marking a major environmental milestone for the region

Explosion at Iranian Port Claims Over 40 Lives

Iran Seizes Two Ships for Smuggling Subsidized Diesel

The IRGC has detained two vessels, the Salama and the Sea Ranger, accusing them of smuggling large quantities of subsidized fuel out of Iran.

U.S. Targets Iran Oil Trade, Warns Shipping on Risks

The United States has introduced a new wave of sanctions targeting Iran’s oil sector, issuing a strong warning to the global shipping industry.

Shipping Industry Monitors Red Sea After Aid Deadline Passes

The shipping industry is watching developments in the Red Sea today as Houthi rebels threaten to resume attacks on commercial vessels in the region

Houthis Threaten to Resume Ship Attacks Over Gaza Aid Block

Houthis have issued an ultimatum to Israel warning they'll resume attacks on shipping unless humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza restart by Tuesday

Houthi Leader Warns of Renewed Threats to Red Sea Shipping

Houthis issue warning, stating they're ready to resume attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea if ceasefire between Israel and Hamas collapses.

U.S. Expands Sanctions Targeting Iranian Oil Shipments

Trump acts on pledge to increase pressure on Iran by imposing sanctions on those accused of facilitating the transport of Iranian oil to China.

Iranian Vessels Transport Missile Fuel Ingredient from China

Vessels sailing under the Iranian flag have been identified as carrying sodium perchlorate, a chemical essential for producing missile propellant

Abu Dhabi Unveils Cruise Crew Pass for Visiting Crew Members

The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has launched the Cruise Crew Pass, a program designed to offer discounts to cruise ship crew.

Costa Smeralda First Cruise Ship to Bunker LNG in Dubai

Costa Smeralda, while operating her winter cruise season in the United Arab Emirates, has become the first cruise ship to refuel there with LNG.

Hapag-Lloyd Announces Rate Hike for India-Middle East to US

Hapag-Lloyd has announced a GRI / GRA for container shipments moving from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to North America.