Middle East tensions are placing growing pressure on the global ship recycling industry, with strong freight markets restricting the supply of vessels for recycling while inflation and slowing economic activity…
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Lloyd’s Register (LR) has appointed Hossam Edris as Naval Business Director for the Middle East, strengthening its capability to support naval and defence programmes across one of the world’s fastest-growing…
Oman – Mandatory palletization requirement for imported cargo01 Sep 2026, OmanOman Customs has announced the phased introduction of mandatory palletization requirements for imported cargo.READ MORE Tropical Storm Edouard may affect…
DP WORLD revenue rises 13.1% to $12.7 billion as global portfolio navigates trade disruption
Global network delivers growth despite disruption to Middle East trade flows DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – 13 AUGUST 2026: DP World reported revenue of $12.7 billion for the first half of…
By Maria Mavroudi* On 29 July 2026, the Joint War Committee (JWC) published the latest edition of the Joint War Listed Areas (JWLA-034), replacing JWLA-033 and triggering the customary 72-hour…
ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis interviews on Saint Marcella’s day allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas on the ongoing wars…
https://vog.ert.gr/ondemand/o-naytiliakos-analytis-giannis-faraklas-stis-kales-thalasses Except covering the Anniversary of Saint Marcella’s Day, the patron Saint of the Island of Chios, Eastern Aegean, Greece, Antonis Karagiannakis raised the issue of: We look forward to…
Flags to be flown at half-staff during National Mourning Period13 Jul 2026, QatarVessels in Qatari territorial waters and port limits to fly flags and ensigns at half-mast in mourning for…
Inward/outward vessel movements suspended06 Jul 2026, Paradip, IndiaHeavy swell and rough sea conditions. • Inward/outward vessel movements suspended. • Cargo operations for vessels alongside berths continue as normal.READ MORE Scheduled…
Without prejudice Following our last and the inability of the players to create a better environment in the Middle East and in particular in the Persian Gulf, I took a…
Abraham Accords, IMEC corridor: 53 local authorities across Northern Israel unite in a historic, unprecedented alliance to shape the region’s future
June 29, 2026 Against the backdrop of profound regional transformations, driven by the Abraham Accords and the development of the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), 53 local authorities in northern Israel…
Viewers can find here below a statement from Rafael Fernandez, President of the International Shipsuppliers & Services Association (ISSA) following the announcement of the cessation of hostilities in the Middle…
Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Global equity markets look set for a mixed start, with FTSE 100 futures pointing to an essentially flat open while US markets are expected to give…
Closure of minor ports for foul weather season25 May 2026, Maharashtra State, IndiaState’s minor ports – except Jaigad – to closed for shipping activities and navigation of vessels from May…
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…
Market Report: strong earnings and Middle East optimism drive record highs Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Global markets are still pricing the glass as half full, with yesterday delivering…
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…
April 28TH 2026 – LONDON, UK – TT Club, the leading global transport and logistics insurer, has confirmed its marine war risks buyback cover for Members’ containers in the Gulf, which can now be…
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…
Procureship strengthens Asia-Pacific presence as key shipowners in Singapore and wider region join e-procurement platform
Singapore – Procureship, the maritime industry’s leading e-procurement platform provider, has recently welcomed more than a dozen major shipowners from across Asia and the Middle East to its platform as part…
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…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE 100 is up around 30 points this morning after creating further space yesterday from the lows seen in the wake of the…




