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gCaptain
The head of the International Maritime Organization expressed strong concerns about the safety of transit in the Strait of Hormuz during a rare appearance at the United Nations Security Council, as reported by gCaptain. The IMO chief also rejected the idea of imposing tolls in the region.
gCaptain
Oil prices rose by approximately 2% to reach a two-week high as negotiations between the U.S. and Iran hit a standstill, and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz experienced delays, reports gCaptain. The geopolitical tensions have contributed to the increased market volatility.
gCaptain
The Strait of Hormuz is nearly shut to international shipping due to blockades imposed by Iran and the US, leaving this vital energy corridor largely inactive, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
Concerns over Somali piracy have intensified following two vessel hijackings off Somalia, as reported by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. The incidents, occurring within hours of each other, highlight a potential resurgence in pirate activity, according to gCaptain.
gCaptain
Two Iran-linked oil tankers, the Tifani and the Phonix, are sailing west following a maritime interdiction by US forces near Sri Lanka, as reported by gCaptain. The Pentagon confirmed the boarding of these supertankers on April 21 and 23, though details on their subsequent movements remain undisclosed.
Offshore Energy
Stillstrom, a division of A.P. Moller – Maersk, has unveiled innovative standalone monopile-based offshore charging technology, as reported by Offshore Energy. This development marks a significant step forward in offshore energy solutions.
Offshore Energy
Mermaid Maritime is expanding its global presence by establishing a joint venture in Brunei, following similar ventures in Taiwan and Equatorial Guinea, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move is part of the Thailand-based company's strategic growth in the subsea and offshore sectors.
gCaptain
Shipping data indicates that at least seven dry bulk vessels have traversed the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, reflecting ongoing subdued activity, as reported by gCaptain. This comes amid stalled negotiations between Iran and the United States.
Offshore Energy
Sumitomo Corporation, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” Line), and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) have initiated a demonstration project on ammonia supply for vessels in Singapore, as reported by Offshore Energy. This collaboration aims to explore sustainable fuel options for maritime operations.
Offshore Energy
Seatrium, a Singapore-based provider of offshore, marine, and energy solutions, has finalized the sale of its tugboat fleet as part of its strategy to divest non-core assets, as reported by Offshore Energy.
