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Seatrade Maritime
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran amidst a Middle East conflict has targeted ships and ports, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. Additionally, Star Bulk is joining Genco and Diana Shipping in a takeover battle, raising questions about the future of the IMO’s net zero framework.
gCaptain
The United States has lifted sanctions on three Russian-flagged vessels, including the container ships Fesco Moneron and Fesco Magadan, as well as the cargo ship Sv Nikolay. This action, as reported by gCaptain, is described by officials as routine and not indicative of a broader policy change towards Russia.
gCaptain
A Russian-flagged tanker has docked at Cuba's Matanzas oil terminal, delivering approximately 700,000 barrels of crude. This marks the first major oil delivery to Cuba since the Trump administration's fuel supply restrictions, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
The tanker Arctic Metagaz is being towed further into the central Mediterranean by a Libyan-led operation, as reported by gCaptain. The situation raises questions about salvage plans and jurisdiction, with weather risks mounting.
Splash247
Ningbo Ocean Shipping Co (NBOSCO) is expanding its containership fleet by investing in four new 1,900 teu vessels, with options for two additional units, as reported by Splash247. This investment is part of a broader plan amounting to CNY2.7bn ($390m), which also includes container acquisitions.
Splash247
Fugro has been awarded a contract for geotechnical work on Petrobras' offshore wind pilot in Rio de Janeiro, marking a significant step for offshore wind in South America, as reported by Splash247. The 18 MW project is the first in Brazil to advance under a formal environmental licensing process.
gCaptain
Pakistan is exploring alternatives, including permitting other ships to carry essential cargoes under its flag, following Iran's decision to allow 20 Pakistani vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
gCaptain reports that a Greek-controlled oil tanker has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the fourth such journey since tensions in the Middle East escalated. This passage highlights ongoing maritime activity despite Iran's blockade.
Seatrade Maritime
Two Cosco Shipping vessels became the first non-Iranian container ships to exit the Arabian Gulf in nearly a month on March 30, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. Many other ships remain trapped in the region.
gCaptain
The International Chamber of Shipping and the International Transport Workers’ Federation are engaging in urgent discussions with Gulf State representatives as the maritime crisis in the Strait of Hormuz continues, leaving 20,000 seafarers stranded, reports gCaptain. The situation has persisted for five weeks, prompting calls for immediate intervention.
