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U.S. Forces Search and Release Containership Suspected of Violating Blockade on Iran

U.S. forces boarded a commercial vessel in the Arabian Sea on Monday as Washington stepped up enforcement of its blockade on Iranian ports, with U.S. Central Command saying 39 vessels have now been redirected since the operation began.

Everllence Warns of 50GW Gap in Meeting IMO’s GHG Strategy Goals

South Korea Extends Antitrust Restrictions on Hanwha from DSME Acquisition

Security Council Demands Freedom of Navigation in Hormuz as Shipping Risks Mount

The United Nations Security Council heard urgent calls Monday to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, as world leaders warned disruptions in one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints...

DP World Joins Clean Seas Initiative to Cut Maritime Plastic Waste

Port of Barcelona launches fifth strategic plan for 2026-2030

The Port of Barcelona has unveiled its Fifth Strategic Plan for 2026-2030, marking the beginning of what the port describes as the largest investment cycle in its history. The plan defines the roadmap for transforming port infrastructure, connectivity and energy systems over the coming five years, with resilience against supply chain disruption as the central […] The post Port of Barcelona launches fifth strategic plan for 2026-2030 appeared first on Container News.

British Troops Use Civilian Ferry to Travel to NATO Exercise

Iranian Trader Boats are Still Crossing the Strait of Hormuz

Opposition to Jones Act Waiver Extension Widens as Maritime Industry Pushes Back

The Trump administration’s decision to extend its broad Jones Act waiver another 90 days is drawing mounting opposition across the U.S. maritime sector, with labor unions, domestic operators, trade groups...

U.S. Troops Search Containership Suspected of Violating Iran Blockade

Turkish Boxship Arriving from Russia Breaks Down and Blocks Bosphorus

UAE Quits OPEC in Major Blow to Global Oil Producers’ Group

The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting OPEC, dealing a heavy blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis triggered by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations.

Iran’s Guards Seize Wartime Power, Blunting Supreme Leader’s Role

Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of power — an abrupt break with the past that may be hardening Tehran’s stance as it weighs renewed talks with Washington.

Inland Port Greer hits record rail volumes in 2025

Inland Port Greer hits record rail volumes in 2025  Port Technology

Royal Caribbean Orders Two More Icon-Class Megaships From Meyer Turku

Royal Caribbean Group is doubling down on the world’s largest cruise ship class, confirming orders with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku for a sixth and seventh Icon-class vessel to be delivered...

PIL launches Ubuntu Express for Asia–South Africa trade

PIL launches Ubuntu Express for Asia–South Africa trade  Port Technology

EU Navfor monitoring pirated ships off Somalia

Naval force responds to Honour 25 and Sward hijackings by Somali pirates last week.

Idemitsu Maru Tanker Carrying Saudi Oil Seeks to Cross Strait of Hormuz

Panama-flagged tanker Idemitsu Maru, carrying 2 million barrels of Saudi oil, is attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, LSEG shipping data showed on Tuesday, and is poised to be the first Japan-linked crude tanker to do so since the Iran war began.