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Splash247
market March 10, 2026

Hormuz Closure Drives Bunker Prices to New Highs

Bunker prices have surged to record levels due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and the US/Israeli coalition, as reported by Splash247. Ship & Bunker notes that the average global price for IFO380 heavy bunker fuel reached $841.50 per ton, surpassing the previous record of $760. The price in Singapore, a key maritime hub, has also seen significant increases.

Singapore (SG)
Splash247
Splash247
security March 9, 2026

Sweden Detains Russian Ship Caffa for Alleged Grain Theft

Swedish authorities have seized the cargo ship Caffa and detained a crewmember near Trelleborg, amid suspicions of the vessel being stateless and involved in transporting stolen Ukrainian grain, as reported by Splash247. The operation involved armed police boarding the ship from a helicopter and a high-speed boat.

Caffa (cargo) Trelleborg (SE)
Splash247
gCaptain
environment March 8, 2026

Major Oil Spill Response Underway at Louisiana's LOOP

Cleanup efforts are in progress in the Gulf of Mexico near Grand Isle, Louisiana, following a crude oil spill associated with the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP), as reported by gCaptain. The incident has prompted a significant federal-led response.

Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (US)
gCaptain
Seatrade Maritime
accidents March 5, 2026

Tanker Explosion Off Kuwait Leads to Oil Spill

A tanker anchored off Kuwait experienced a large explosion, resulting in an oil spill, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident occurred amid a series of strikes or near misses involving five other ships, including an MSC container ship, within a 24-hour period.

MSC container ship (container) Kuwait (KW)
Seatrade Maritime
gCaptain
operations March 4, 2026

Iranian Drone Attack Shuts Down Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG Facility

An Iranian drone attack has forced Qatar to close its Ras Laffan LNG facility for the first time in 30 years, as reported by gCaptain. This shutdown threatens a fifth of the global LNG supply, causing European gas prices to surge by 50% while Qatar's Energy Minister Al-Kaabi seeks to reassure buyers and secure replacement cargoes.

Ras Laffan (QA)
gCaptain
gCaptain
security March 2, 2026

Stena Imperative Hit in Bahrain, Worker Killed

The U.S.-flagged tanker 'Stena Imperative' was hit by projectiles while berthed at the Port of Bahrain, resulting in the death of a shipyard worker and injuries to two others, as reported by gCaptain. This incident marks a significant escalation in regional tensions.

Stena Imperative (tanker) Port of Bahrain (BH)
gCaptain
Splash247
security March 2, 2026

French and Belgian Forces Seize Russian Tanker Ethera

The French navy and Belgian armed forces captured the Russian tanker Ethera, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, linked to Iranian figure Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, was intercepted en route to Russia and escorted to the port of Zeebrugge.

Ethera (product tanker) Zeebrugge (BE)
Splash247
gCaptain
ports February 27, 2026

Corpus Christi LNG Terminal Expansion Boosts U.S. Export Capacity

The U.S. has reinforced its position as a leading global LNG exporter with the recent authorization of a 12% expansion at Cheniere Energy's Corpus Christi terminal, as reported by gCaptain. This move, signed by U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, highlights America's ongoing influence in the global LNG market.

Corpus Christi (US)
gCaptain
gCaptain
security February 27, 2026

Unidentified Drone Shot Down Near French Carrier in Malmo

An unidentified drone was shot down near the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, which was docked in Malmo, Sweden. French Foreign Minister described the incident as a 'ridiculous provocation' if Russia was involved, as reported by gCaptain.

Charles de Gaulle (aircraft carrier) Malmo (SE)
gCaptain
Seatrade Maritime
ports February 26, 2026

Suape Signs MoUs with Malaysian Ports

Suape has signed Memorandums of Understanding with Westports Malaysia and Northport in Port Klang, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. These agreements aim to enhance cooperation between the Brazilian and Malaysian ports.

Suape (BR) Westports Malaysia (MY) Northport (MY) Port Klang (MY)
Seatrade Maritime
gCaptain
operations February 25, 2026

Iran Accelerates Oil Exports Amid U.S. Military Buildup

Iran has significantly increased its oil exports, loading 20.1 million barrels onto tankers from Kharg Island in just six days, as reported by gCaptain. This surge comes as the U.S. deploys its largest military force in the Middle East since 2003, with satellite data indicating a doubling of tanker traffic and rapidly emptying storage tanks.

Kharg Island (IR)
gCaptain
Splash247
technology February 25, 2026

Zhi Fei Achieves Milestone with Unmanned Operation at Qingdao

The smart feeder vessel Zhi Fei has successfully completed a fully autonomous operation at Qingdao port, marking a significant advancement in unmanned shipping technology. As reported by Splash247, the 300 teu, battery-electric Zhi Fei executed the entire process, including navigation and container handling, without human intervention.

Zhi Fei (container) Qingdao (CN)
Splash247
gCaptain
market February 24, 2026

U.S. Marks Decade of Leadership in LNG Export Markets

gCaptain highlights the pivotal moment ten years ago when the LNG carrier Asia Vision departed from Louisiana's Sabine Pass Terminal with a significant shipment of liquefied natural gas to Brazil. This event marked the start of a transformative era in global energy markets.

Asia Vision (LNG carrier) Sabine Pass Terminal (US)
gCaptain
gCaptain
market February 23, 2026

First Indian Diesel Cargo Reaches Europe Amid New Sanctions

The Proteus Bohemia has arrived in Rotterdam with 100,000 tons of diesel from India's Reliance facility, marking the first such delivery since EU sanctions on Russian-sourced fuel began on January 21, as reported by gCaptain. This event tests trader confidence in navigating the new regulatory landscape.

Proteus Bohemia (tanker) Rotterdam (NL)
gCaptain
Splash247
fleet February 23, 2026

Teekay Tankers Exits VLCC Sector with $84.5m Sale

Teekay Tankers has exited the VLCC sector by selling the 2013-built Singapore Spirit for $84.5 million, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, formerly known as Hong Kong Spirit, was linked to Sinokor over the weekend. This follows a similar sale by CMB.TECH earlier this month.

Singapore Spirit (tanker) Hong Kong Spirit (tanker) Ingrid (tanker) Singapore (SG)
Splash247
gCaptain
market February 21, 2026

Tanker Heads to Cuba, Challenging Trump-Era Sanctions

A tanker reportedly carrying Russian fuels is en route to Cuba, testing the sanctions imposed by former US President Donald Trump, as reported by gCaptain. The development raises questions about the effectiveness of the blockade amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Cuba (CU)
gCaptain
gCaptain
ports February 19, 2026

DP World and APM Terminals Collaborate at Jeddah Islamic Port

DP World and APM Terminals have partnered at Jeddah Islamic Port, with APM acquiring a 37.5% stake in the Southern Container Terminal, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic move aims to bolster the operators' presence at a crucial Red Sea hub, enhancing trade links between Asia, Europe, and Africa.

Jeddah Islamic Port (SA)
gCaptain
Splash247
ports February 19, 2026

APM Terminals Acquires Stake in Jeddah Islamic Port

APM Terminals has acquired a 37.5% minority stake in the Southern Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, while DP World retains a 62.5% majority share, as reported by Splash247. The terminal will continue to be operated by DP World under a 30-year build-operate-transfer concession.

Jeddah Islamic Port (SA)
Splash247
gCaptain
market February 18, 2026

Los Angeles Port Exports Plummet 8% Amid Trade Tensions

Exports from the Port of Los Angeles fell by 8% in January, reaching their lowest level in nearly three years, as reported by gCaptain. The decline is attributed to the impact of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, which have significantly affected trade with China, including an 80% drop in soybean shipments.

Port of Los Angeles (US)
gCaptain
Splash247
operations February 18, 2026

ZIM Workers Strike Amid Hapag-Lloyd Takeover Plans

Workers at ZIM Integrated Shipping Services have intensified their strike following the announcement of a $4.2 billion acquisition by Hapag-Lloyd, as reported by Splash247. Approximately 800 unionized employees initiated a warning strike at ZIM's Haifa headquarters in response to the impending takeover.

Haifa (IL)
Splash247
Splash247
security February 18, 2026

French Authorities Release Suspected Shadow Fleet Tanker from Marseille

The oil tanker Grinch, suspected of being part of the Russian shadow fleet, has been allowed to depart from French waters after being immobilized for three weeks off the Marseille-Fos oil terminal, as reported by Splash247. The 2005-built aframax had previously loaded crude at Russia's Arctic port of Murmansk and was falsely flagged to Comoros.

Grinch (tanker) Marseille-Fos oil terminal (FR) Murmansk (RU)
Splash247
gCaptain
accidents February 17, 2026

Fuel Removed from Grounded Barge Defiant Near San Juan Harbor

Salvage crews have successfully extracted approximately 1,000 gallons of residual fuel from the grounded barge Defiant near San Juan Harbor, mitigating environmental risks as plans are made to refloat the vessel, gCaptain reports. The port remains operational, with no pollution or injuries noted.

Defiant (barge) San Juan Harbor (PR)
gCaptain
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