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Philippe Louis-Dreyfus passes away

From splash247.com

One of the most famous names in French shipping has passed away. French shipowners’ association Armateurs de France has revealed that Philippe Louis-Dreyfus, a leading figure in international shipping and former president of the organisation, has died at the age of 80. 

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Transit Fears Rise Over Strait of Hormuz

From maritime-executive.com

As the war between Israel and Iran continues, speculation continues to mount over whether Iran will seek to close the Strait of Hormuz. 

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Oil tanker market signals more Middle East energy disruption ahead

From www.hellenicshippingnews.com

While global energy markets are not yet pricing in worst-case scenarios for the Israel-Iran war, oil tanker rates are providing a good real-time gauge of the escalating risks. 

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Strait of Hormuz oil flows at risk amid Israel-Iran tensions

From www.hellenicshippingnews.com

The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway that lies between Oman and Iran, and connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. 

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US Sends Third Aircraft Carrier Towards Mideast as Iran Tensions Rise

From maritime-executive.com

The U.S. Navy is preparing to deploy the carrier USS Gerald R. Ford to the Mediterranean, placing a third carrier strike group in reach of the Mideast.

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War Risk Premiums for Israel Surge as Conflict With Iran Escalates

From gcaptain.com

War risk insurance premiums for shipments to Israel are as much as three times higher than a week ago as the war between Israel and Iran entered its fifth day, industry sources said on Tuesday.

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Oil Freight Rates Jump in Mideast as Iran Conflict Fans Risk

From gcaptain.com

Oil-shipping rates for Middle Eastern routes have spiked after some tanker owners and managers paused offering vessels as they assess risks from Israel’s conflict with Iran, fueling concerns over flows from the region.

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Maritime NZ Charges KiwiRail Over Ro/Ro Grounding

From maritime-executive.com

New Zealand’s inter-island ro/ro ferry operator KiwiRail is facing charges following accusations of endangering the safety of passengers after one of its ferries grounded in June last year.

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Wilson Sons to support TotalEnergies offshore oil production in Brazil

From splash247.com

Wilson Sons, the largest integrated port and maritime logistics operator in Brazil, has signed a new agreement with TotalEnergies to provide logistics support to oil production activities in the Lapa field off Brazil. 

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RINA acquires naval architects Foreship

From splash247.com

Italian classification society RINA has acquired Finnish naval architecture and marine engineering consultancy Foreship. 

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Hagland buys chartering platform Vanora

From splash247.com

Norwegian maritime group Hagland has acquired compatriot chartering platform Vanora in a strategic move to bolster its digital service offerings. 

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Shipping braces as US weighs entering the Israel-Iran conflict

From splash247.com

With indications coming from Washington that Donald Trump is willing to join Israel in its attack on Iran, the situation in Middle Eastern waters remains highly tense.

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Oil Tanker Market Signals More Middle East Energy Disruption Ahead

From gcaptain.com

While global energy markets are not yet pricing in worst-case scenarios for the Israel-Iran war, oil tanker rates are providing a good real-time gauge of the escalating risks.

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Iran’s Oil Exports Soar as Israel Attack Prompts Cargo Clearout

From gcaptain.com

Iran’s oil exports have jumped since the nation came under attack from Israel on Friday, according to a firm that specializes in monitoring clandestine shipping. 

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Middle East Tensions Further Hurt Ship Recycling Activity

From www.hellenicshippingnews.com

The ship recycling market was further hampered by the developments of the past week and the escalation of warfare between Iran and Israel. 

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Maersk names its largest dual-fuel newbuilding

From www.seatrade-maritime.com

The Berlin Maersk will be the largest methanol dual-fuel vessel to enter the Danish company’s fleet.

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Slow initial going in US Plains wheat harvest 

From www.world-grain.com

Wet fields, high humidity make for afternoon fieldwork
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Cargill partners to strengthen feed offerings in Philippines

From www.world-grain.com

Will have a dedicated production line at Biotech Farms facility
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US ag groups seek MAHA Commission input 

From www.world-grain.com

Letter to administration officials notes errors in recent report
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Brine-based system offers simple solution in fight against EV fires

From splash247.com

As EV-related fires continue to challenge the maritime industry – with incidents like the Morning Midas blaze in the North Pacific (pictured) – operators are urgently seeking more effective solutions. A new brine-based firefighting system, developed by Skansi Offshore in close cooperation with naval architect Knud E. Hansen, now offers a simple answer using only …
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Singapore's Proteus teams with Symbio to bring automotive hydrogen fuel cell tech to shipping

From splash247.com

A new hydrogen fuel cell system tailored for maritime applications has been unveiled by Singapore-based Proteus Energy in partnership with French hydrogen fuel cell specialist Symbio. 

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ABS Approves Groundbreaking Floating Nuclear Power Module for Maritime Applications

From gcaptain.com

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has issued approval in principle (AIP) to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for an innovative floating small modular reactor (SMR) power module.

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Smarter connectivity is the next step for marine terminals

From www.porttechnology.org

A new survey identified a growing demand for real-time data connectivity and improved system integration across marine terminal operations.

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