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gCaptain
The Kremlin asserted its right to defend against 'piracy' following reports of a Russian navy frigate escorting oil tankers through the English Channel, as reported by gCaptain. The escort involved tankers sanctioned by Britain.
gCaptain
gCaptain reports that the Strait of Hormuz experienced significantly reduced traffic, with volumes dropping below 10% of normal levels. This slowdown follows a warning from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) advising vessels to navigate through Iranian territorial waters.
Offshore Energy
Elenger, a Finnish energy company owned by Infortar, has arranged for five LNG cargoes to bolster gas storage ahead of the next heating season, as reported by Offshore Energy. This strategic move aims to ensure adequate energy supply in the coming months.
gCaptain
Damen Shipyards Antalya recently hosted a kick-off meeting for a new SAR vessel order, attended by representatives from the International Organization for Migration, Turkish Coast Guard, and the European Union, as reported by gCaptain. This follows the success of previous vessels operated by the Turkish Coast Guard Command.
Seatrade Maritime
The Liberian Registry is urging the maritime industry to strengthen compliance checks for seafarers, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The registry is enhancing its digital compliance systems to ensure legitimate operations in seafarer applications and credentials.
Offshore Energy
DeepOcean has entered into a charter agreement with Boskalis for the use of its newly acquired subsea vessel, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Seatrade Maritime
Gulftainer has launched a new liner service under the GT Lines brand, connecting major Chinese ports with Khor Fakkan Port, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This service aims to enhance trade routes between China and the Gulf region.
Offshore Energy
Belgian shipping company Exmar has named two ocean-going ammonia dual-fuel midsize gas carriers in a ceremony held in South Korea, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant step forward in green shipping technology.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports on the latest time charter rates for dry bulk and tanker shipping. The update provides insights into the current market trends as of April 8.
Offshore Energy
Fugro is set to perform a survey for unexploded ordnance (UXO) in the Morecambe Bay area this month, as reported by Offshore Energy. This survey is a precursor to a geotechnical investigation at the Morecambe Offshore Wind Farm (OWF) site.
