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Seatrade Maritime

security March 3, 2026

Drone Attacks Disrupt Operations at Oman's Duqm and Salalah Ports

Operations at the Omani ports of Duqm and Salalah have been suspended following drone attacks, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incidents have raised security concerns at these key maritime facilities.

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Seatrade Maritime

operations March 3, 2026

Ports Play Key Role in Arabian Gulf's Economic Dynamics

Seatrade Maritime highlights the strategic importance of ports in the Arabian Gulf, with six countries relying heavily on these ports for essential supplies and export facilitation. The region's ports are at the center of an economic struggle, underscoring their critical role in regional trade.

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Offshore Energy

market March 3, 2026

QatarEnergy Halts LNG Production Amid Geopolitical Tensions

QatarEnergy has decided to halt the production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and associated products following a recent attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, Offshore Energy reports. This move highlights the geopolitical impact on energy production in the region.

Offshore Energy

gCaptain

security March 3, 2026

Iran Crisis Halts Middle East Energy Exports, Spikes Global Prices

Global oil and gas prices surged as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran disrupted energy exports from the Middle East, according to gCaptain. Tehran's attacks on ships and energy facilities have closed navigation in the Gulf, impacting production from Qatar to Iraq.

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gCaptain

security March 3, 2026

China Urges Protection for Ships in Hormuz Amid Iran Conflict

China has urged all parties involved in the Iran conflict to ensure the safe transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. This marks China's strongest appeal yet, emphasizing the importance of maintaining trade through this critical maritime route.

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Offshore Energy

accidents March 3, 2026

Equinor Concludes Investigation into North Sea Rig Incident

Equinor has completed its investigation into a severe well control incident on a semi-submersible rig in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea, as reported by Offshore Energy. The incident was classified as the highest severity category by the company.

Offshore Energy

Offshore Energy

technology March 3, 2026

Everllence and Vale Collaborate on Ethanol Marine Fuel

Everllence has entered into a cooperation agreement with Brazil's Vale to explore the use of ethanol as a marine fuel, as reported by Offshore Energy. This partnership aims to advance sustainable fuel options in the maritime industry.

Offshore Energy

Seatrade Maritime

market March 3, 2026

AI Platform to Address Shipping Talent Shortage

Seatrade Maritime reports that DOLGO, a startup backed by a NOAA-funded accelerator, is developing a platform to encourage expertise sharing in response to an impending shortage of skilled shipyard workers. This initiative aims to mitigate the effects of an ageing workforce in the maritime industry.

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Offshore Energy

fleet March 3, 2026

Leask Marine Receives Custom Multi Cat Vessel from Damen

Leask Marine has taken delivery of a purpose-built Multi Cat vessel from the Dutch Damen Shipyards Group, as reported by Offshore Energy. The vessel is specifically designed for the Scottish marine services company.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

market March 3, 2026

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Secures $190m Contract Renewal

Wallenius Wilhelmsen, an Oslo-listed ro-ro and logistics group, has renewed a shipping contract with a global automotive distributor, as reported by Splash247. The contract, valued at approximately $190 million, spans two years with an option for a one-year extension and includes a fixed surcharge for multi-fuel use.

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