Red Sea Houthi Drone Attack Neutralized by Italian Navy
An Italian naval vessel neutralized a drone launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels aimed at a European freighter, according to Italy's defense ministry
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Houthis Claim Attack on MSC Container Ship
Houthi rebels in Yemen have taken responsibility for an attack on a containership operated by MSC in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday.
Houthis Claim Attack on Maersk Container Ship Near Djibouti
On April 24, the UK Maritime Trade Organisation was alerted to an explosion in the waters 72 nautical miles southeast of Djibouti's port.
Red Sea Crisis Improves PIL's Fortunes in 2024
Despite a drop in earnings in 2023 Singapore’s Pacific International Lines anticipates maintaining profitability in 2024 due to the Red Sea crisis.
Cargo Backlogs Due to Poor Weather in Persian Gulf
Severe weather across the Persian Gulf has raised significant concerns for ocean and air freight stakeholders, further complicating supply chains
Iran Seizes Portuguese-Flagged Container Ship
On April 13, Iran seized a Portuguese-flagged container ship, the MSC Aries, in the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of maritime laws.
Qatar Jackup Rig Contract Signed by ADES
Saudi Arabian oil and gas drilling company Advanced Energy Services has been awarded a contract for a jackup rig in Qatar by the TotalEnergies.
US Forces Shoot Down Missile Allegedly Fired at Maersk Vessel
US forces intercepted and destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile (ABSM) launched by Houthi rebels, aimed at a Maersk vessel in the Gulf of Aden
Container Line Stabilizes, Red Sea Rerouting the New Norm
Sea-Intelligence observed an uptick in the global punctuality of container shipping lines in February, noting a 1.7% point increase from January.
Houthis Allege Indian Ocean Attack Over Weekend
Over the weekend, Houthis announced an expansion of their military operations, according to a televised statement.
Gunfire in Red Sea Signals End of a Week of Relative Calm
After a brief period of eight days without any incidents, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations report incident in the southern Red Sea.
More US Sanctions on Iran-Linked Oil Tankers
US imposes sanctions on more tankers & associated entities for their roles in transporting Iranian goods that finance the Quds Force, Houthis & Hezbollah
Chinese Tanker is Target of Houthi Missile Attack
Dispelling speculation that Chinese vessels would be allowed safe transit through the Red Sea, a Houthi missile attack targeted a Chinese tanker on Saturday.
China, Russia Allegedly Given Safe Red Passage by Houthis
According to Bloomberg, Yemen's Houthis have agreed not to attack Chinese and Russian ships navigating through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Armed Guards Exchange Fire in Pirate Attack on Tanker
On Thursday, Ambrey, a UK-based security company, disclosed an assault on a commercial ship positioned 109 nautical miles south of Nishtun, Yemen
CMA CGM & Saudi's Folk Maritime Collaborate on Red Sea Service
French shipping giant CMA CGM is teaming up with Folk Maritime, an emerging feeder and short-sea navigation company based in Saudi Arabia.
IMO States That Red Sea Salvage Not Yet Feasible
Salvage teams won't start clearing debris from Houthi assaults until peace is restored, declared the leading authority on maritime regulation yesterday.
US Urges Panama to De-flag Iran Sanction-Evading Tankers
The US State Department's Special Envoy for Iran urged Panama to withdraw registration from Iranian tankers accused of sidestepping sanctions.
Houthis Threaten to Reach Deeper into Indian Ocean
The Houthis' goal is to block ships associated with their adversaries from navigating past the Cape of Good Hope.
Remaining Filipino Tanker Crew Released by Iran
Iran has released the remaining crew of the Greek-owned tanker St Nikolas, detained by its military forces in the Gulf of Oman since January.