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Splash247

fleet March 2, 2026

LC Logistics Secures $236m Deal for Two 11,000 TEU Containerships

LC Logistics, listed in Hong Kong, has placed an order for two 11,000 TEU containerships from China, valued at approximately $236 million, as reported by Splash247. The vessels are set to be constructed by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding in collaboration with China Shipbuilding Trading Company, with deliveries expected by November 2028 and April 2029.

Splash247

gCaptain

accidents March 2, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Crisis: Five Ships Attacked, Tanker Markets on Edge

The Strait of Hormuz has become a critical hotspot following missile and drone attacks on five commercial vessels in the Gulf of Oman, as reported by gCaptain. This escalation has led to a significant disruption in maritime traffic and has sent shockwaves through the tanker markets.

gCaptain

gCaptain

accidents March 2, 2026

Middle East Oil Disruptions Strand 150 Ships at Hormuz

Oil and gas prices have surged as Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran have disrupted Middle East facilities and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The conflict has led to four tankers being damaged, one seafarer killed, and 150 ships stranded, with Qatar declaring force majeure on LNG shipments.

gCaptain

gCaptain

market March 2, 2026

Qatar LNG Shutdown Triggers European Gas Price Surge

European gas prices surged over 50% following the shutdown of LNG production at QatarEnergy's Ras Laffan plant due to an Iranian drone attack, as reported by gCaptain. The facility accounts for a fifth of the global supply.

Ras Laffan (QA)

gCaptain

gCaptain

security March 2, 2026

Hegseth Cites Shipping Lanes in Justifying Iran Strikes

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth highlighted Iran's threat to global shipping lanes as a key reason for Operation Epic Fury, as reported by gCaptain. The press conference at the Pentagon emphasized the strategic importance of maintaining open and secure maritime routes.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

accidents March 2, 2026

Stena Imperative Hit by Projectiles in Bahrain Port

The US tanker Stena Imperative was struck by two unknown projectiles while docked at the Port of Bahrain, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The fire onboard was successfully extinguished, and the incident is under investigation.

Stena Imperative (tanker) Port of Bahrain (BH)

Seatrade Maritime

gCaptain

security March 2, 2026

Shipping Industry Urges Seafarer Safety Amid Hormuz Tensions

Major shipping organizations are advocating for enhanced protection of seafarers and civilian vessels as tensions rise in the Middle East, disrupting global trade routes, gCaptain reports. The escalating conflict in the region has prompted calls for urgent action to safeguard maritime operations.

gCaptain

gCaptain

accidents March 2, 2026

Operation Epic Fury Strikes Three Vessels Transporting Iranian Oil

Three vessels involved in transporting sanctioned Iranian oil were targeted within the first 24 hours of Operation Epic Fury, as reported by gCaptain. The oil tankers Skylight, Starry Night, and Moonbeam were among those affected.

Skylight (tanker) Starry Night (tanker) Moonbeam (tanker)

gCaptain

gCaptain

security March 2, 2026

Stena Imperative Hit in Bahrain, Worker Killed

The U.S.-flagged tanker 'Stena Imperative' was hit by projectiles while berthed at the Port of Bahrain, resulting in the death of a shipyard worker and injuries to two others, as reported by gCaptain. This incident marks a significant escalation in regional tensions.

Stena Imperative (tanker) Port of Bahrain (BH)

gCaptain

gCaptain

market March 2, 2026

Iran Conflict Drives Up Oil Shipping Costs Through Hormuz

gCaptain reports that a dominant player in the oil supertanker market is demanding high charter fees for transporting Middle East crude as tensions in Iran cause shipping rates to surge. The conflict has significantly impacted the cost of oil transportation through the Strait of Hormuz.

gCaptain