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gCaptain
The U.S. Central Command has denied reports of the U.S. Navy resuming its escort of commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The operation, known as 'Project Freedom', remains suspended according to the military statement.
gCaptain
The Royal Navy has deployed the RFA Lyme Bay, a Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel, for a potential multinational operation in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The vessel recently departed from Gibraltar to join the mission.
Offshore Energy
Baker Hughes has extended its contract with Petrobras to expand integrated well construction operations in Brazil's pre-salt offshore oil and gas fields, as reported by Offshore Energy. This collaboration aims to enhance oil and gas extraction in the region.
gCaptain
CMA CGM has reported 'resilient' first-quarter 2026 results amid challenges from the Middle East crisis and volatile freight markets, as reported by gCaptain. The world's third-largest container carrier is navigating these disruptions which continue to reshape global trade flows.
Splash247
Splash247 reports that Euroseas has secured new time charters for its feeder containerships Stephania K and Pepi Star. These 2024-built vessels will be chartered for a minimum of 24 months and a maximum of 26 months at the charterer's option.
Offshore Energy
QatarEnergy has informed Italy's Edison of an extension to the force majeure affecting their contract, bringing the total number of impacted LNG cargoes to 17, as reported by Offshore Energy.
gCaptain
A tanker reported an external explosion near its port side while operating east of Oman, marking the latest maritime security incident in the region, as reported by gCaptain. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has advised ships in the area to exercise caution.
gCaptain
gCaptain reports that Russia's Federal Security Service has discovered magnetic explosive devices on a Liberia-flagged LPG tanker in the port of Ust-Luga. The Kremlin has labeled this incident a thwarted terrorist attack.
Seatrade Maritime
A bunker spill occurred after a tanker was hit by an explosion east of Muscat, following a US strike on Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region.
Offshore Energy
SBM Offshore's deepwater cooling technology for FPSOs, backed by Shell, has received approval from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), as reported by Offshore Energy. This development highlights advancements in offshore energy solutions.
