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Splash247
Sunil Kapoor explores the complexities of emissions accountability during conflicts, particularly when vessels are no longer under the original operator's control, as reported by Splash247. The article delves into the intricacies of meeting EU ETS compliance deadlines for emissions reporting.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the maritime security level in the Strait of Hormuz remains critical despite a ceasefire, with US President Trump criticizing Iran's handling of oil passage. The UK emphasizes the importance of freedom of navigation in the area.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the global ship orderbook has reached a 17-year high, driven by record crude tanker orders in the first quarter of 2026. Bimco highlights this unprecedented surge in ordering activity.
gCaptain
The Panama Canal is under scrutiny following an El Niño Watch issued by the NOAA Climate Prediction Center, as reported by gCaptain. Early indicators suggest potential challenges for the canal, which recently recovered from a severe drought.
gCaptain
Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) is delaying the movement of its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz until it receives clearer safety guidance from the Japanese government, as reported by gCaptain. This decision highlights ongoing uncertainty despite a tentative ceasefire in the region.
gCaptain
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has cautioned that imposing a toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz could establish a 'dangerous precedent,' as reported by gCaptain. The UN's shipping agency emphasized the importance of maintaining freedom of navigation in this critical waterway.
gCaptain
The global shipping order book has reached its highest level in 17 years, driven by a surge in tanker orders and ongoing newbuilding demand, as reported by gCaptain. This trend highlights the robust activity in the maritime industry throughout the 2020s.
gCaptain
Container spot rates have increased this week, influenced by rising fuel costs and uncertainties surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. These factors are beginning to affect pricing dynamics across major trade lanes.
gCaptain
Australia has banned a Liberia-flagged bulk carrier for six months due to serious breaches of seafarer welfare standards, including seven months of unpaid crew wages, as reported by gCaptain. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) issued a warning to shipowners regarding compliance with welfare regulations.
Seatrade Maritime
March witnessed an extraordinary shift in the freight market, marking one of the most significant events in modern shipping history, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. Mette Frederiksen from Tankers International highlighted the historic impact on the VLCC sector.
