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World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Capture of ships by US, Iran violates international law, shipping body says

The US and Iran should release crews of captured vessels to uphold freedom of navigation and protect innocent seafarers.
Roam Research
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Spoofed Tankers Are Flooding the Strait of Hormuz. These Analysts Are Tracking Them

Disappearing ships in the Strait of Hormuz are linked to shadow fleets evading sanctions, with over half of vessels recently jamming their transponder signals.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Capture of ships by US, Iran violates international law, shipping body says

The US and Iran should release crews of captured vessels to uphold freedom of navigation and protect innocent seafarers.
Roam Research
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Spoofed Tankers Are Flooding the Strait of Hormuz. These Analysts Are Tracking Them

Disappearing ships in the Strait of Hormuz are linked to shadow fleets evading sanctions, with over half of vessels recently jamming their transponder signals.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Inside the fuelsmuggling network that brought down two Mexican Navy officers

The Farias Laguna brothers were leading a criminal double life, accused of running a massive fuel smuggling network through the very ports they were tasked with securing.
Miami Marlins
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

European powers are forming a multinational naval mission to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts.
fromElite Traveler
1 day ago

How to Navigate a Yacht Show Like a Pro

"Yacht shows play a central role across the entire yachting ecosystem. They're not just for buyers, but for everyone involved in bringing a yacht or charter vacation to life."
Marketing
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Crypto scam lures ships into Strait of Hormuz, falsely promising safe passage

The first warning of such a crypto scam came from the Greek maritime risk management company MARISKS on April 20, according to Reuters. The company alerted shipowners that scammers posing as Iranian authorities had sent messages to shipping companies asking for 'transit fee' payments in bitcoin or tether.
Cryptocurrency
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

One ship, three deaths: the shocking truth behind working conditions on a Chinese trawler

Crew members on the Tia Xiang 5 faced severe health issues and inadequate care while working long hours under harsh conditions.
#iran
World news
fromFortune
3 days ago

Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz amid supposedly indefinite cease-fire | Fortune

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions amid U.S. sanctions and a ceasefire extension.
World news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 month ago

Shipping Firms Quietly Pay Iran Millions to Navigate Hormuz Corridor

Iran is extracting transit fees from commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly up to $2 million per voyage.
European startups
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz reveals vulnerabilities in global energy supply chains, similar to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and tariffs.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How Iran raised Hormuz stakes by capturing ships

Iran's capture of foreign ships escalates tensions in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US-Iran naval confrontations.
World news
fromFortune
3 days ago

Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz amid supposedly indefinite cease-fire | Fortune

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions amid U.S. sanctions and a ceasefire extension.
World news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 month ago

Shipping Firms Quietly Pay Iran Millions to Navigate Hormuz Corridor

Iran is extracting transit fees from commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly up to $2 million per voyage.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Mystery of 'golden egg' discovered at the bottom of the sea is SOLVED

The 'golden egg' is a clump of dead cells from a giant deep-sea anemone, not an alien or new species.
#strait-of-hormuz
fromFortune
2 days ago
World politics

The Iran war is pushing Southeast Asia to debate the once unthinkable: Whether ships will need to pay to transit the Strait of Malacca | Fortune

France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

French-owned container ship transits Hormuz Strait in first since Iran war

A CMA CGM container ship successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first Western vessel passage since Iran's closure of the waterway.
World politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

The Iran war is pushing Southeast Asia to debate the once unthinkable: Whether ships will need to pay to transit the Strait of Malacca | Fortune

Iran's tolls for ships in the Strait of Hormuz influence Indonesia's consideration of similar fees in the Strait of Malacca.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Europe looks to secure shipping in Strait of Hormuz

France and the UK are prepared to lead a mission to ensure navigation freedom in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement is reached.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

As Strait of Hormuz reopens, Europe looks to secure shipping

France and the UK are prepared to lead a mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement is reached.
Environment
fromKqed
3 days ago

California Asks Ships to Hit the Brakes for Whales | KQED

California's Blue Whales Blue Skies program aims to reduce ship speeds to protect whales and decrease marine shipping pollution.
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

UPS Found a More Profitable Business Than Package Delivery - And It's Worth $706 Billion

UPS is significantly reducing Amazon deliveries and focusing on profitable returns through its Happy Returns subsidiary.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Two Russian shadow fleet tankers spotted crossing British waters

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?

We could provide mine-clearance vessels we are good at that, Merz said, adding that a sound legal basis would be needed for such an intervention.
Germany news
#panama-canal
World news
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Even as businesses spend $4 million to cross Panama Canal, they say 'it's safer and less expensive' than the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

The Panama Canal is experiencing increased demand and higher costs due to rerouted shipping from the Iran conflict.
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Panama Canal surge pricing: up to $4 million paid out with Strait of Hormuz still closed | Fortune

Businesses are paying up to $4 million to navigate the Panama Canal due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global trade.
World news
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Even as businesses spend $4 million to cross Panama Canal, they say 'it's safer and less expensive' than the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

The Panama Canal is experiencing increased demand and higher costs due to rerouted shipping from the Iran conflict.
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Panama Canal surge pricing: up to $4 million paid out with Strait of Hormuz still closed | Fortune

Businesses are paying up to $4 million to navigate the Panama Canal due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global trade.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 days ago

Scammers Target Stranded Ships In Iran With Bitcoin Fees

Fraudsters are exploiting tensions in the Strait of Hormuz by demanding Bitcoin payments for fake safe passage claims to shipping firms.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

How FedEx, UPS, and DHL plan to pass tariff refunds along to customers

Our intent is straightforward: if refunds are issued to FedEx, we will issue refunds for IEEPA tariffs paid to the shippers and consumers who originally bore those charges.
European startups
#us-iran-relations
fromFortune
5 days ago
World news

Trump says Marines have seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to evade blockade after Navy blew a 'hole in the engineroom' | Fortune

World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Hormuz crisis forces Japan, South Korea to rethink strategy

The US-Iran standoff disrupts global oil trade, impacting Japan and South Korea's energy supplies and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

The US-Iran standoff severely impacts global oil trade, affecting Japan and South Korea's energy security and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

Trump says Marines have seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to evade blockade after Navy blew a 'hole in the engineroom' | Fortune

The U.S. seized an Iranian cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions and negotiations with Iran.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Powerful states are trying to sabotage decarbonisation of shipping

Pacific Island states demand strong climate shipping agreements and oppose any dilution of the Net-Zero Framework.
World news
fromFortune
49 minutes ago

Mine warfare and mind games: 'You just have to make people believe that you've laid mines' | Fortune

Clearing underwater explosives in the Strait could take months, impacting commercial shipping confidence despite U.S. efforts and a ceasefire with Iran.
Business
fromQuartz
2 weeks ago

Diverse Offerings & Strategic Investments Aid OMC Amid Stiff Rivalry

Omnicom's diverse portfolio and strategic investments enhance operational efficiency and shareholder value, despite challenges from low liquidity and competition.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

US Coast Guard spots overturned vessel near Saipan during search for missing ship

The HC-130 Hercules crew saw the vessel early in the day about 100 nautical miles northeast of the Mariana's last known position, but authorities could not confirm its identity.
US news
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Ship disaster victims deserve to have story told'

The sinking of the Princess Alice in 1878 resulted in over 700 deaths, yet remains largely forgotten despite its significance in maritime safety reforms.
World politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

With Hormuz under strain, a trade corridor built for resilience faces a real-world test | Fortune

IMEC is a multimodal system linking India, the Gulf, and Europe, enhancing resilience amid geopolitical tensions and infrastructure challenges.
#us-navy
World news
fromAxios
1 day ago

Iran deploys more mines in the Strait of Hormuz, sources say

President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to shoot Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz without hesitation.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

US strikes on drug boats spark legal controversy

The US Navy has resumed attacks on alleged drug smuggler vessels, resulting in over 50 ships sunk and 177 suspects killed since September 2025.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

WATCH: US Naval Destroyer Warns Blockade-Busting Iranian Vessel Before Firing On It With Massive Gun

U.S. Navy destroyer disabled an Iranian cargo vessel attempting to breach a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Cruise Tourism Supports Global Port Economies

Cruise tourism significantly boosts port city economies through various sectors like hospitality, logistics, and local businesses.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dozens of containers lost, damaged while en route to Port of Long Beach, Coast Guard says

32 shipping containers fell overboard from the OOCL Sunflower during heavy North Pacific weather, with 57 additional containers damaged upon arrival at Long Beach port.
Science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Thousands of Chinese Ships Form Strange Shape in Ocean

Thousands of Chinese fishing vessels have formed unusually organized geometric formations in the East China Sea, raising concerns about potential military coordination and naval drills.
World politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Trump risks confidence in U.S. role as guardian of global shipping | Fortune

Withdrawing US security from the Persian Gulf could disrupt global commerce and energy markets significantly.
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

'Precarious' situation as damaged shipping containers arrive at Port of Long Beach

Aerial views showed multiple containers stacked and on the verge of dangerously teetering into the water, with many in uneven and awkward positions.
US news
#shadow-fleet
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

Markets shudder as Strait of Hormuz starts resembling a combat zone. 'We're prepared to subject you to disabling fire' | Fortune

Stock futures fell while oil prices surged due to renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz after conflicting reports on its status.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Broken System That Keeps Shipping Crews Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz

When the war broke out, we put a Warlike Operations Area Committee in place to address the protection of seafarers in the region. The organization has identified certain maritime routes in the region, including the Arabian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and some parts of the Gulf of Oman as high-risk areas, encouraging ship owners to allow seafarers to terminate contracts if they choose not to operate in those zones.
World politics
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Russian captain found guilty in North Sea tanker collision

The Solong's captain, Vladimir Motin, was convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after his ship collided with the anchored Stena Immaculate, killing one sailor.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This new tech turns cargo ship exhaust into limestone

Modular containers by Seabound capture up to 95% of ship exhaust CO2 using lime pellets that convert emissions into limestone.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Some 60 French-owned or -flagged commercial ships blocked in Gulf

Approximately 60 vessels are trapped in the Persian Gulf unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, with crews sheltering in ports as Iranian forces close the strategic waterway.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Hormuz

The LPG tanker Green Sanvi has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant event for India's energy supply amid ongoing disruptions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

Maritime traffic through the strait, the narrow channel linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, has effectively been closed since strikes on Iran began. Some vessels have been diverted or delayed and ports and shipping companies are dealing with heightened security concerns and uncertainty.
World politics
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Shipping giant MSC facilitates trade from Israeli settlements through EU

MSC facilitated at least 957 shipments from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank to the United States in 2025, using European ports.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US seizes sanctioned oil tanker in Indian Ocean

US forces boarded the Panama-flagged, sanctioned tanker Aquila II after tracking it from the Caribbean, targeting shadow-fleet oil transfers tied to Russia and evading sanctions.
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