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gCaptain
Iran launched attacks on energy sites in Arab Gulf states, escalating tensions after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iranian infrastructure, as reported by gCaptain. The strikes occurred overnight and into Friday, aiming to pressure Tehran into peace negotiations.
Offshore Energy
International Resources Holding has entered a long-term LNG supply agreement with Amigo LNG, a joint venture developing an export terminal in Guaymas, Sonora, as reported by Offshore Energy. This deal marks a significant step for the Abu Dhabi-based investment platform in expanding its natural resources portfolio.
gCaptain
The Swedish Coast Guard has seized an oil tanker in the Baltic Sea, suspected to be part of the Russian shadow fleet and the source of a 12 km oil spill near Gotland, as reported by gCaptain.
Seatrade Maritime
As reported by Seatrade Maritime, an LNG carrier operated by Oman Ship Management has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such passage since the onset of the Iran conflict. The vessel arrived safely offshore Muscat on Friday.
Offshore Energy
Hafnia, a Singapore-based tanker owner, has ordered eight fuel-efficient product tankers from a South Korean shipyard, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move aligns with Hafnia's commitment to enhancing its fleet's environmental performance.
Southern LNG Company, part of Kinder Morgan, has been authorized to increase LNG exports from its terminal in Chatham County, Georgia, as reported by Offshore Energy. This approval allows for more shipments to countries without free trade agreements with the US.
Splash247
Lila Global's strategic investment in a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) has resulted in a 55% surge in asset value, as reported by Splash247. The Cosgrand Lake, a Japanese-built, scrubber-fitted vessel, was sold by COSCO to GMS for approximately $35 million, marking a significant market move.
gCaptain
A French-owned container ship has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first known transit by a Western European vessel since the onset of the conflict that nearly closed the strategic waterway, as reported by gCaptain.
Splash247
Zhonggu Logistics is advancing its fleet expansion by commissioning 10 feeder containerships from Wuhan Qingshan Shipyard, as reported by Splash247. The Shanghai-listed company plans to invest up to $392 million in these 1,800 teu vessels, with deliveries expected between 2028 and 2029.
Splash247
Splash247 reports that Iran's parliament has approved a formal toll and access regime for the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing conflict involving the US/Israeli coalition. Additionally, satellite imagery has confirmed significant damage to Russia's main energy exporting ports due to Ukraine's continued Baltic bombardment campaign.
