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Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the Iran-linked tanker Rich Starry reversed its course in the Strait of Hormuz amid a US blockade of Iranian ports. AIS data indicated the vessel's unexpected U-turn, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region.
gCaptain
The United States' new maritime blockade on Iranian ports is reportedly effective, as gCaptain notes that U.S. Central Command has confirmed no vessels have transited in or out of the targeted ports. This development marks a significant enforcement of the blockade, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
A bulk carrier was hit by projectiles in the Arabian Sea off Oman, highlighting growing security risks beyond the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain.
Offshore Energy
Dolphin Drilling has secured a potential long-term contract for one of its semi-submersible rigs with an undisclosed oil and gas company, as reported by Offshore Energy. The Oslo-listed company, headquartered in Aberdeen, specializes in harsh environment mid-water and deepwater drilling rigs.
Splash247
Performance Shipping, a Greek tanker owner listed on Nasdaq, has sold its oldest vessel, the aframax P Aliki, to Trafigura Maritime Logistics for $42.65 million, as reported by Splash247. The 2010-built tanker, with a deadweight tonnage of 105,300, is expected to be transferred by the end of the third quarter.
Splash247
Dolphin Drilling, listed in Oslo, is on the verge of securing a $230 million contract for its semisubmersible Borgland Dolphin, as reported by Splash247. The company has signed a letter of intent with an undisclosed client, with the contract expected to commence in the latter half of 2027 following the rig's current engagement with Repsol.
Offshore Energy
Transocean, an offshore drilling contractor based in Switzerland, has secured a multimillion-dollar contract extension for one of its ultra-deepwater drillships with Petrobras, the state-owned energy company of Brazil, as reported by Offshore Energy. This extension signifies a 1,156-day commitment for continued operations.
gCaptain
Global seaborne crude oil shipments have decreased by 16% since the onset of the Iran war, as reported by BIMCO. This highlights significant disruptions in energy and tanker markets, according to gCaptain.
Splash247
CMA CGM is set to acquire 100% of Fattal Group, expanding its influence in downstream supply chains, as reported by Splash247. The acquisition will give the Marseille-based company full control of the Lebanon-rooted distribution business, with completion anticipated by Q3 2026.
Splash247
AD Ports Group is set to expand into Eastern Europe following a framework agreement with National Company Maritime Ports Administration SA, as reported by Splash247. This partnership aims to explore investment opportunities at the Port of Constanța, focusing on both new and existing infrastructure.
