Two acclaimed Greek journalists questioned John Faraclas of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk in London on the current warring situation on EPT3 102FM Radio; a very timely interview given the gloabl uncertainty with two…
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Hantavirus: Mandatory submission of Maritime Declaration of Health15 May 2026, Fujairah, United Arab EmiratesVessels calling at the Port of Fujairah must submit a valid Maritime Declaration of Health prior to…
Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “After another strong session yesterday, global equity markets are starting today on the back foot, in another familiar turn of the see-saw pattern that has…
IMO Maritime Safety Committee convenes in London to discuss safety and security of international shipping
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez opened the 111th session of the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization today, which brings together IMO’s 176 Member States to discuss issues related…
Posidonia 2026-Statement by the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, Melina Travlos-Greek Shipping Moves the World
In an era of geopolitical realignments, uncertainty and multiple crises, shipping remains a force of stability, continuity and connection. Shipping moves the world, keeping economies functioning, societies supplied and people…
An overview of supply chain solutions for the current Middle East situation11 May 2026, Middle East- Route options for GCC cargo flows – Road, sea and air GCC supply chain…
Shore-based mooring & light services06 May 2026, Suez Canal, EgyptEffective from May 15, 2026, mooring services in the Suez Canal will be provided from shore-based stations.READ MORE Tin Hau Festival…
Vergina TV’s Christina Tsorba questions John Faraclas on the latest developments in the Persian Gulf, Ukraine and …beyond
What an update with respect the questions and points raised by Christina Tsorba of VERGINA TV during lunch time to John Faraclas of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk who coincidentially was attending an event…
Marine Environment Protection Committee “back on track” towards consensus on global shipping emissions. The Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) concluded its 84th session with a…
Planned suspension of traffic29 Apr 2026, Bosphorus, TürkiyeVessel traffic to be suspended in both directions from 08:30 on 30 April, due to passage of pipe layer vessel.READ MORE Hong Kong…
Oil jetty withdrawal & restrictions28 Apr 2026, Deendayal, IndiaUPDATE WITH REVISED DATES – Oil Jetty No.4 withdrawn May 5-15, 2026. – Suspension of chemicals at Oil Jetty No.5 during same…
“Freedom of navigation is not negotiable”: IMO addresses UN Security Council on maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz
IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez has called on States to uphold the principle of freedom of navigation and reject any imposition of tolls, fees or discriminatory transit measures for passage…
Traffic suspension for yacht races24 Apr 2026, Dardanelles, TurkiyeVessels in both directions expected to be halted 11:00-17:00 hours on April 25, 2026.READ MORE Oil jetty withdrawal & restrictions24 Apr 2026,…
Seafarer shares first-hand account with IMO about being stranded in the Persian Gulf. IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called on all Member States to support efforts to address the situation…
Operations Continue to Run Efficiently and Without Congestion Panama City, April 22, 2026.- The Panama Canal recorded an increase in transits and tonnage during the first half of Fiscal Year 2026,…
Xeneta: The extended ceasefire can be seen as a positive step, but if it brings a calming of conflict in the skies, that has not reached the water …
OSLO, Norway – 22 April, 2026 Hours after the announcement of an extension of the US-Iran ceasefire, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is reported to have seized two container…
Introduction On April 12, 2026, President Trump announced via Truth Social that the United States Navy would begin “BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait…
Vessel traffic suspension for yacht races21 Apr 2026, Bosphorus, TürkiyeVessel traffic in the Bosphorus is expected to be suspended between 11:00 and 17:00 hours on April 23, 2026.READ MORE Modifications…
Christina Tsorba of Vergina TV questions All About Shpping’s John Faraclas on the latest developments in the Strait of Hormuz and beyond.
Earlier of this afternoon Christina Tsorba from VERGINA TV HQs in Thessaloniki questioned All About Shipping’s John Faraclas on the latest developments in the Middle East mess. The Strait of…
Statement from the International Chamber of Shipping related to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Responding to the announcement surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz ICSSecretary General Thomas A. Kazakos said:“This development offers a cautious measure of reassurance to the global maritimecommunity and,…
New LCL shipping service between Italy and Saudi Arabia17 Apr 2026, Saudi ArabiaLCL service between Italy and Saudi Arabia Sailings from April 25, 2026READ MORE Traffic suspension for yacht races17…
IMO Legal Committee approves first international guidelines to deter maritime fraud and misuse of flags. The International Maritime Organization’s Legal Committee has approved a new set of guidelines to improve…



