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Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that its editorial team will provide twice-daily news briefings at the CMA Shipping conference in 2026, addressing escalating geopolitical tensions and operational disruptions.
Splash247
The US Treasury has issued a 30-day waiver permitting Indian refiners to accept Russian-origin crude and petroleum cargoes already loaded on tankers, as reported by Splash247. This move aims to mitigate the impact of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US/Israeli coalition, which has disrupted tanker operations in the Middle East.
Splash247
Damen Shipyards Mangalia in Romania is advancing its insolvency restructuring as judicial administrator Casa de Insolvență Transilvania (CITR) has submitted a reorganization plan, reports Splash247. The shipyard, under insolvency since June 2024, aims to transfer its business to a strategic investor to resume full operations and preserve jobs.
Seatrade Maritime
GMS has called on the European Union to approve Indian ship recycling yards, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. Currently, India, a leading nation in ship recycling, lacks any EU-approved facilities.
Splash247
Splash247 reports on the first week of Operation Epic Fury, a joint effort by the Trump administration and Israel to counter perceived threats from Iran, resulting in attacks on ships, oil spills, and stranded seafarers. The operation has led to soaring tanker rates and increased bunker costs, with 20,000 seafarers and 3,200 vessels affected. The ongoing conflict highlights the significant impact on maritime operations.
Seatrade Maritime
CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding has secured contracts to build four container ships for Korean companies Namsung and Dongyoung Shipping, expanding its presence in the East Asian market, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
Seatrade Maritime
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has left ships and seafarers stranded in the Gulf, with vessels being targeted by drones and missiles, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
Seatrade Maritime
ICTSI, the Philippines-based terminal operator, achieved over $1 billion in revenue in 2025, marking an 11% increase in global container volumes, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
gCaptain
The U.S. Treasury Department has granted a 30-day sanctions waiver allowing Indian refiners to receive Russian crude oil cargoes already loaded on tankers, as reported by gCaptain. This targeted move aims to prevent disruptions in oil supplies.
Seatrade Maritime
Marine insurers based in London and internationally have clarified that war risk insurance remains available for vessels navigating the Straits of Hormuz, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This comes amidst concerns over potential coverage limitations in the Gulf region.
