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ATHENS, April 18 – On Saturday, merchant ships trying to navigate the Strait of Hormuz received radio messages from the Iranian navy stating they were barred from passing. Reports from shipping sources indicated that two vessels were even struck by gunfire....
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The maritime blockade of Iranian ports led by the U.S. has taken a new and more aggressive turn. Fresh guidance now allows American forces to stop,...
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ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS (UW) have signed a letter of intent to create a joint venture with River Academy, UW's training and education unit. This...
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The recent six-week surge in global container freight rates has ended, according to the latest data from the Drewry World Container Index (WCI), whic...
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April 16 (Reuters) – The United States is starting to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz and will use a variety of tools, including drones, explos...
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Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) transporta...
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The U.S. Coast Guard announced on Thursday that it will homeport its first two Arctic Security Cutters in Alaska. This is an important step as the Co...
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By Weilun Soon Apr 17, 2026 (Bloomberg) – Over the weekend, a tanker flying the Pakistan flag became the first ship to pass through the Strait of Ho...
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PARIS, April 17 (Reuters) – European nations like Belgium, the Netherlands, and France have the ability to help clear mines and ensure safe passage t...
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ABS and Alfred Maritime GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work on technical projects that will benefit cruise operators, vessel...
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