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Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that six vessels have been turned around due to a US blockade of Iran's ports, as part of an operation involving over a dozen warships. The blockade aims to halt traffic entering or leaving these ports.
gCaptain
The Trump administration will let a 30-day waiver on Iranian oil sanctions expire later this week, as reported by gCaptain. This move comes as the U.S. intensifies its blockade on shipments from Iranian ports.
gCaptain
The global maritime system remains open but is experiencing increased volatility and constraints, as reported by gCaptain. The system's adaptability is being tested under current pressures, highlighting the need for strategic adjustments.
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.
