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.
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Seapath Launches Jones Act Leasing Business
Seapath, a subsidiary of the Libra Group, has initiated a Jones Act leasing operation, having already completed initial transactions worth $25M.
Three Extra Daily Transit Slots Added to Panama Canal
Significant rainfall has enabled the Panama Canal Authority to introduce three additional daily transit slots raising the daily transit cap to 27
Huntington Beach Oil Sheen Response Wrapped Up
On Monday, a Unified Command wrapped up its operations addressing an oil slick observed off Huntington Beach on California's coastline.
Del Toro Aims to Jumpstart U.S. Shipbuilding via Korea Investment
During a recent visit to Korea, U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro engaged with leading executives from the shipbuilding industry.
$3bn Clean Ports Investment Announced by Biden Admin.
The US Environmental Protection Agency has initiated a $3bn initiative aimed at supporting zero-emission technology and infrastructure in ports.
Four Men Charged in Lethal Navy SEAL Incident
The U.S. Justice Department has initiated legal proceedings against four individuals implicated in the shipment of Iranian-produced arms to Houthi insurgents.
Change to U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential Format On Way
The United States Coast Guard is preparing to launch an updated version of the merchant mariner credential (MMC) on March 1, 2024.
4 Charged by U.S. for Smuggling Iranian-Made Weapons Into Yemen
The U.S. has brought charges against four individuals following the interception of a dhow carrying Iranian-produced arms in the Arabian Sea.
Panama Canal Water Crisis: Promises $8.5B To Aid Climate
Authority overseeing the Panama Canal has revealed plans to dedicate upwards of $8.5 billion to eco-friendly initiatives over the coming 5 years.
Spilled Oil Returning to Venezuela After Vessel Capsizes
Illicitly obtained oil originating from Venezuela has begun its return journey home, albeit in a concerning manner; as a 170km long oil slick.
Biden Confirms Two Oregon Sea-Windspots
BOEM has officially designated two Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) offshore Oregon, encompassing a total of approximately 195,012 acres.
ARC Ro-Ro Ship Now Under U.S. Flag
ARC has successfully expanded its maritime fleet, welcoming its ninth U.S.-flagged roll-on roll-off vessel, now known as the M/V ARC Honor.
Harassment Crisis Aboard Canadian Ships
SIU Canada discloses concerning findings from a recent study, showing almost half the maritime workforce has encountered harassment or bullying.
Bulker Vessel Collides with Bridge in Argentina
A Kamsarmax bulk carrier owned by Foremost Group, a U.S. company, experienced damage after colliding with a bridge in Argentina.
Saltchuk Ventures Launch 2nd Takeover Bid for OSG Privatization
Saltchuk has renewed its focus on Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) after withdrawing its pursuit of the Tampa-based company in September 2021.
Team Enlisted to Dismantle Trawler Grounded Near Portland ME
Local media reports that the U.S. Coast Guard has approved dismantling a trawler that ran aground near Portland, Maine, over the weekend.
RIBCRAFT Expands Lifesaving Resources for Maine Firefighters
The specialized RIB not only expands the department’s response capabilities but also offers a secure platform for conducting rescue missions.
Impact of Drought - Panama Canal Toll Revenue Faces Decline
On Wednesday, the administrator of the Panama Canal disclosed a monthly decline of roughly $100 million in toll revenues since October.
Price of Skipping Panama Canal Queues Drops
The price for vessels to skip Panama Canal congestion lines has reduced significantly from the multimillion-dollar records of recent months.