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operations April 27, 2026

Ulsan Port Completes World's First Ammonia Bunkering

Ulsan Port Authority in South Korea has successfully conducted what it claims to be the world's first port-to-ship ammonia bunkering operation for a commercial vessel, as reported by gCaptain. This development marks a significant milestone in the maritime industry's pursuit of scalable zero-carbon fuels.

Ulsan Port (KR)

gCaptain

gCaptain

security April 27, 2026

IMO Chief Warns of Unsafe Transit in Hormuz at U.N. Council

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

gCaptain

market April 27, 2026

Oil Prices Surge Amid Stalled Iran Talks and Strait Shipment Delays

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

gCaptain

operations April 27, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Blockade Halts Ship Transits

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

gCaptain

security April 27, 2026

Twin Hijackings Off Somalia Raise Alarms Over Pirate Activity

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

gCaptain

security April 27, 2026

Iran-Linked Tankers Tifani and Phonix Head West After US Boarding

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.

Tifani (tanker) Phonix (tanker)

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Offshore Energy

technology April 27, 2026

Stillstrom Launches New Offshore Charging Technology

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

Offshore Energy

market April 27, 2026

Mermaid Maritime Expands with New Joint Venture in Brunei

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.

Offshore Energy

gCaptain

operations April 27, 2026

Muted Shipping Traffic Through Hormuz Amid US-Iran Stalemate

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.

gCaptain

Offshore Energy

operations April 27, 2026

Japanese Firms Launch Ammonia Supply Demo for Vessels in Singapore

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.

Singapore (SG)

Offshore Energy