Maritime News

Iranian media report explosions on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas and Chabahar, as Bahrain and Kuwait sound air raid sirens.

Greece rejected a new European Union sanctions package targeting Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports because of concerns over the impact on Greek maritime transportation company Dynagas, which...

Heightened tensions in the region could disrupt global oil markets and escalate geopolitical conflicts, impacting international trade stability. The post US Central Command reportedly fires on oil tanker M/T Belma near Iran, resuming naval blockade appeared f…

Rising tensions may disrupt Gulf stability, hinder U.S.-Iran peace prospects, and threaten maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz. The post Explosions reported near US military base in Bahrain amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Nvidia Corporation and Kawasaki Heavy Industries are planning to set up an artificial-intelligence-powered shipyard in Japan's Kagawa prefecture, Nikkei Asia reported.According to the report, Kawasaki...

Staff are actively exploring options for the HMS Surprise, including "potential opportunities within the entertainment industry and other possible paths forward."

The port handled 10.6 percent more TEUs in June as CEO Noel Hacegaba said supply chains are replacing predictable peak seasons with year-round cargo surges.

The conflict around the Strait of Hormuz has caused pipeline and port construction projects in the Gulf to accelerate, with some set to debut as soon as next year, minimizing Iran's leverage in the region.

The United States has launched another round of strikes against missile, maritime, and drone-related sites in Iran as Washington prepares to restore a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports. According to the report, the latest military action marks a further…

Dan Froomkin writes a blog called “Press Watch,” where he keeps tabs on journalism. In today’s post, he chastises the media for reporting uncritically Trump’s claim that he would impose a 20% toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Both JD Vance a…

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said a tanker reported being struck by a projectile northeast of Qalhat, Oman.According to UKMTO, the vessel's master confirmed the hit on the star...

The closure of key straits could severely disrupt global oil supply chains, escalating geopolitical tensions and impacting international markets. The post Houthis close Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening 60% of Middle East oil exports appeared first on Crypto …

OPEC has trimmed its 2026 global oil demand growth forecast for the third straight month, even as crude production rebounds across the Gulf and tanker traffic slowly returns to the Strait of Hormuz. In its monthly oil market report released Monday, OPEC lower…

Heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil shipping, impacting maritime security and market stability. The post Explosions reported on Iran’s Larak Island in Strait of Hormuz: Tasnim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

State of the Union: Iran’s attacks on ships attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz without Iranian government coordination cast doubt upon Friday’s CBS News report that the Iranian government had “apologized” for previous attacks and vowed to halt future …

Hormuz Route Open Despite Iran Declaration, Maritime Group SaysBloomberg.com Iran war live: Explosions reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm islandAl Jazeera Is The Strait of Hormuz Open? What We Know After Latest StrikesForbes Iran privately told Trump advisers "t…

US forces are attacking Iran after an Iranian attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, and Iran's declaration that the Strait is closed "until further notice." CNN reported at 7:00 Eastern that Iran had said it was closing the Strait…

recovered from a 1-week low on Friday and finished up by +0.07%. The fragile and uncertain situation in the Middle East is supporting safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Iran vowed to respond to the US attacks this week on Iran’s rail and maritime in…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged soldiers to prepare for evolving warfare. He stressed the importance of skills and technology for future conflicts. India is the primary guarantor of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region. Maritime security is cen…

Contract Ratified Shortly Before Sail Boston Festival BOSTON, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 25 members at Boston Towing and Transportation Company ratified a new contract, ending their eight-day strike. The group of engineers, mechanics, and op…

Goa designates Captain of Ports as Goa Maritime Board under Indian Ports Act 2025, granting more autonomy for minor ports, safety and infrastructure upgrades.

"It was a few years ago when you had only two thirds the capacity, and this drought is forecasted to be worse than that. And so ...

Environmental groups lacked standing to sue, clearing another legal hurdle for America’s first offshore LNG export project A federal appeals court has dismissed a legal challenge to the U.S. Maritime...

BSNL launched a satellite phone priced at ₹1.34 lakh to enhance communication services for the defence, maritime, and disaster management sectors. The device reportedly supports voice calling and SMS in areas lacking conventional cellular networks.

Drone offensive hits Russian oil tankers and refineries at 'industrial scale' as Moscow bans diesel exportsFox News Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities and set more oil tankers ablazeNBC News Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 7, 2026Insti…

Tehran has vowed to attack two targets for every one target America hits.

United States air strikes targeted facilities in Iran's southeastern port city of Chabahar, according to Iran's semi-official Mehr news agency. The report said two marine piers and a maritime traffic ...

United States air strikes targeted facilities in Iran's southeastern port city of Chabahar, according to Mehr news agency. The report said two marine piers and a maritime traffic control tower were su...

The head of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has urged shipping companies to exercise restraint as nearly 6,000 seafarers remain stranded in the Gulf amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. According to the report, IMO Secre…

The deployment highlights the strategic importance of maritime security, potentially affecting global trade routes and escalating regional tensions. The post US Navy deploys over 20 warships in Middle East amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Brief…

The U.S. launched fresh strikes against Iran on Tuesday following reports of attacks on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. Central Command. The new strikes were announced after the Trump administration announced that it was reinstating …

US military strikes targets in Iran in response to attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of explosions in several areas.

The Trump administration has revoked its temporary sanctions waiver for Iranian oil exports and launched new military strikes against Iran after renewed attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of...

CNN's Pamela Brown reported live from the USS Abraham Lincoln following an Iranian strike on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Brown is the first American journalist allowed to report from the military vessel. The post Pamela Brown Reports Live From USS …

The Trump administration has revoked a sanctions waiver that allowed certain Iranian oil sales following repeated tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. According to the report, U.S. officials said the memorandum of understanding with Iran was always intend…

The incident occurred east of Limah, Oman. A projectile struck a tanker and caused a fire while it was traveling southbound, with no casualties reported.

Blackouts have accelerated since the fuel blockade began, with authorities citing fuel shortages for generators supporting the ageing national grid. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Lockheed Martin has agreed to acquire Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion in a move to expand its undersea warfare and anti-submarine defense capabilities. According to the report, the acquisition will strengthen the company's naval defense portfolio as global …

The oil-producing group agreed during an online meeting to increase quotas by 188,000 barrels per day from August, on top of similar increases for June and July.

Cargo vessel in Red Sea reports coming under attack, UK maritime body saysCNBC See more headlines & perspectives on Google News ...

Defence News: In a momentous occasion for India, Indian Navy’s sail training ship — INS Sudarshini — carrying the tricolour proudly sailed into the New York port an.

Cargo ship reports being attacked in the Red Sea, maritime agency saysEuronews.com Cargo vessel in Red Sea reports coming under attack, UK maritime body saysCNBC Cargo Ship Reports Attack Off Yemen, Adding to Red Sea RisksBloomberg.com Cargo ship under attack…

The UK Maritime Trade Office said a vessel was attacked 30 nautical miles southwest of Hodeida, which is under control of the Houthi rebels. The Iran-backed group has resumed its attacks on Red Sea shipping recently.

India's fertilizer supply chain remains robust despite West Asian conflict, with most shipments safely navigating the Strait of Hormuz. The government's proactive planning, diversified import sources, and boosted domestic production have ensured uninterrupted…

A cargo vessel in the Red Sea has reported coming under attack, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre, a British maritime security alert service, said Sunday, amid a fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. The body said it received a report…

A cargo ship has come under attack off the coast of Yemen in the Red Sea. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center reported the attack off Yemen on Sunday. The UKMTO says the ship reported being “under attack by unknown armed assailants.” The UKMTO…

Reinforcing the deep-rooted strategic and maritime partnership between India and Singapore, Indian Naval Ships Udaygiri, Shakti and Kavaratti of the Eastern Fleet led by Rear Admiral Alok Anand, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, concluded their port call…

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), a shipping security monitor, said on July 5 that it had received a report that a cargo vessel was under attack by unknown armed assailants about 30 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Red Sea port of Al Hudayd…

The Nigerian Shippers' Council, NSC, has said the implementation of the National Single Window has not resulted in additional demurrage charges for shippers, despite initial concerns that the initiative could slow cargo clearance and create congestion at the …

Senior Iranian officials on July 2 reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz is under Tehran’s command, directly rejecting a US-led regional security dialogue announced by US Central Command. The statement came a day after Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maje…