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Jones Act Waiver Not Boosting Oil Flows Within U.S.

Apr 06, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump's move allowing foreign-flagged cargo ships to move fuel and other goods between domestic ports has so far had little impact on American oil supply, according to trade data and analysts who noted that U.S. refiners and shippers are earning more profits sending fuel overseas.Last month, Trump waived Jones Act limitations for 60 days starting March 17, hoping the move would help tame the surge in fuel prices caused by the Iran war by increasing shipments from the U…

Baltic Exchange Considers Amending Methodology for Middle East Benchmarks

7 hours ago

The Baltic Exchange, which tracks and assesses freight rates, on Monday proposed amending its methodology on all Middle East benchmarks, citing the escalating geopolitical disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Middle East region,…

Trucker Strike Continues to Paralyze Grain Exports at Argentinian Ports

11 hours ago

A small group of truckers continue to paralyze grain exports from Argentina's Quequen port, the nation's ports chamber said on Monday, despite most of the sector accepting new rates after a more-than-week-long strike held up at least $450 million in shipments…

Ammonia Fuel Sales Plan Advances in Singapore

21 hours ago

NYK Bulkship (Asia), Golden Island and Yara Clean Ammonia Norge have concluded a non-binding Term Sheet that paves the way towards a partnership to supply low-carbon ammonia as a marine fuel in Singapore.The companies began discussions in the beginning of 2024 to explore the launch of the business…

Iran Could Offer Oman Exit Proposal

Apr 15, 2026

Iran could consider allowing ships to sail freely through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz without risk of attack as part of proposals it has offered in negotiations with the United States, providing a deal is clinched to prevent renewed conflict…

Report: Over 20 Commercial Ships Transit Hormuz

Apr 14, 2026

More than 20 commercial ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing U.S. officials.Reuters could not immediately verify the report.Earlier on Tuesday, the U.S. military's Central Command said no ships have made it past a U…

Crude Oil Loadings Continue at Yanbu Port Despite Pipeline Attack

Apr 09, 2026

Crude loadings at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port of Yanbu have continued despite an Iranian attack on Wednesday on the country's East-West Pipeline, sources at two buyers from the port and a third trading source told Reuters on Thursday.Saudi state oil firm Aramco declined to comment…

SeaPort Manatee’s John D. Glass Jr. Promoted to Director of Engineering and Construction

Apr 09, 2026

As SeaPort Manatee’s new director of engineering and construction, John D. Glass Jr., P.E., is leading strategic advancement of infrastructure enhancements at the dynamic trade hub of Southwest and Central Florida.Glass, who joined SeaPort Manatee’s…

Stolt-Nielsen Navigates Rising Uncertainty in 1Q26

Apr 09, 2026

Stolt-Nielsen Limited opened 2026 with a solid—if more tempered—financial performance, underscoring both the resilience of its diversified logistics portfolio and the mounting pressures facing global chemical shipping markets.The London-based group reported first-quarter revenue of $716…

Insights: When the Climate Becomes a Cargo Risk

Apr 07, 2026

Rising temperatures and humidity are increasingly compromising cargo integrity during transit, making prevention essential for operational resilience.Climate change is no longer a distant concern for shipping. Across Southeast Asia, rising temperatures and humidity…

Wilson Sons to Represent Brazilian Port Industry at Intermodal South America

Apr 07, 2026

Wilson Sons operates in the port and shipping logistics industry throughout Brazil, boasting more than 188 years of experience. They offer solutions to over 5,000 clients, including shipowners, importers and exporters, the offshore energy industry…

Swire Shipping Opens New Branch Office in Malaysia

Apr 06, 2026

Swire Shipping announced an expansion of its regional footprint with the establishment of a new branch office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This milestone underscores the company’s continued investment in Southeast Asia and its commitment to strengthening…

Nikkiso Partners Exion Asia to Launch Southeast Asia Marine Hub

Apr 06, 2026

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group (Nikkiso CE&IG) has entered into a strategic service partnership with Exion Asia to establish its first marine hub in Southeast Asia, aimed at supporting growing demand for cryogenic equipment services…

New Wildlife Trafficking Compendium Released for Singapore

Apr 01, 2026

Home to one of the world’s busiest transshipment hubs, Singapore is stepping up to shield its maritime sector from wildlife traffickers, with a targeted guide to help industry members spot and stop those exploiting shipping systems.The Red Flag…

Ammonia, Fertilizer Trade Threatened by Strait of Hormuz Conflict

Mar 30, 2026

The trade of global fertilizer and ammonia faces intense pressure due to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic talks between the US and Iran remain uncertain. Rystad Energy’s 2025 trade mapping shows that the sale of 15% of global ammonia and 21% of urea…

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