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ports February 19, 2026

DP World and APM Terminals Collaborate at Jeddah Islamic Port

DP World and APM Terminals have partnered at Jeddah Islamic Port, with APM acquiring a 37.5% stake in the Southern Container Terminal, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic move aims to bolster the operators' presence at a crucial Red Sea hub, enhancing trade links between Asia, Europe, and Africa.

Jeddah Islamic Port (SA)

gCaptain

operations February 19, 2026

Denmark Detains Iran-Flagged Containership Over Registration Issues

Denmark's maritime authority has detained an Iran-flagged container vessel in its waters due to improper registration, as reported by gCaptain. The vessel was anchored in Denmark when the issue was identified.

gCaptain

ports February 19, 2026

Russian Strikes Impact Ukraine's Black Sea Port Exports

Russian airstrikes on Ukraine's Black Sea ports have significantly reduced their capacity, affecting the country's grain and iron ore exports, as reported by gCaptain. These exports are crucial for Ukraine's economy during its ongoing conflict with Russia.

gCaptain

market February 19, 2026

Container Shipping Rates Continue to Decline for Sixth Week

Global container shipping rates have dropped for the sixth week in a row, decreasing by 1% to $1,919 per 40-foot container, as reported by gCaptain. The anticipated pre-Lunar New Year surge in cargo has not materialized, contributing to the continued decline.

gCaptain

fleet February 19, 2026

Navy Adopts Commercial-Style Management for New Ship Program

The U.S. Navy has issued a Request for Proposal for a Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the Medium Landing Ship program, marking a shift from traditional shipbuilding practices, as reported by gCaptain. This new approach aims to mitigate setbacks experienced in previous frigate projects.

gCaptain

security February 19, 2026

Russia Threatens Naval Protection for Oil Tankers Amid Sanctions

Russia has announced plans to use its navy to protect merchant tankers involved in its oil trade, as reported by gCaptain. This move, highlighted by Kremlin security official Nikolai Patrushev, signifies an escalation in the enforcement of Western sanctions, potentially leading to confrontations in areas like the Baltic and North Atlantic.

gCaptain

Splash247

fleet February 19, 2026

Navios Expands Fleet with $134M Capesize Deal

Navios Maritime Partners, listed in New York, is expanding its dry bulk fleet by securing two newbuilding capesize vessels from Japan, as reported by Splash247. The vessels, equipped with scrubbers, will be acquired under 12-year bareboat contracts, according to the company's quarterly earnings report.

Splash247

gCaptain

regulations February 19, 2026

Nordic Leaders Skeptical of Seizing Russian Shadow Fleet Ships

Leaders from two Nordic nations expressed doubt over the feasibility of seizing vessels tied to Russia's shadow fleet, highlighting challenges in tightening restrictions on Russia's war economy, as reported by gCaptain.

gCaptain

Offshore Energy

operations February 19, 2026

Shell Initiates Drilling with Stena Drillship in Egypt

Shell has commenced multi-well drilling operations off the Egyptian coast using a drillship from Stena Drilling, as reported by Offshore Energy. This collaboration marks a significant step in Shell's exploration activities in the region.

Offshore Energy

operations February 19, 2026

Reach Subsea to Launch Six-Month Survey for Shetland HVDC Link

Norwegian company Reach Subsea is set to begin a six-month offshore survey campaign next week for the second Shetland HVDC link, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative marks a significant step in the development of the high-voltage direct current connection.

Offshore Energy

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