by Robin Russel, CEO SATVA TRUST for allaboutshipping.co.uk Mr Arsenio Domingez, the IMO Secretary General, held a press briefing yesterday covering the IMO-led evacuation framework that has been paused after…
Media Statement: Strait of Hormuz – IUMI update 24 June 2026 The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) welcomes the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Iran and…
Large scale operation to be carried out in cooperation with States and industry Following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United…
IMO Secretary-General strongly condemns ship attack near the Strait of Hormuz, with three seafarers reported missing. The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has expressed deep concern and strong…
Given the importance of Shipping and in particular that of Greek Shipping in keeping a balance to the economy and well being of 8 billion people on Planet Ocean, world…
Bad weather halts berthing 19 Feb 2026, Ceyhan, TürkiyeBerthing operations in Ceyhan have today (19 February) been suspended due to adverse weather conditions.READ MORE Ramadan working hours19 Feb 2026, Sitra,…
Heavy rainfall alert issued18 Dec 2025, OmanOman Civil Aviation Authority has issued an alert of heavy thunderstorms and rainfall, and warned against sailing during the alert period.READ MORE Restricted Area…
Expected adverse weather15 Dec 2025, Sohar, OmanThe Port of Sohar Authority has advised that due to expected adverse weather conditions, all necessary precautions should be taken to secure loose items…
World Sailing, the sport’s global governing body, is celebrating a major milestone as over 150 participants representing 37 nations have registered for the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships. A total of 154 athletes, alongside coaches and…
Fog halts marine operations20 Nov 2025, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesMarine operations in Dubai were suspended at 07:00 hours local time today (20 November) due to poor visibility caused by thick…
Dredging at Benoi Basin04 Sep 2025, SingaporeFrom 08 September 2025 to 28 February 2026, dredging works will be carried out at Benoi Basin (Jetties 4-6).READ MORE Impact of holiday on…
Good Morning Monaco Thursday, June 5, 2025 Monaco hosts landmark gathering of Europe’s top female entrepreneurs The Principality of Monaco has once again positioned itself at the forefront of international…
Minimum port dues & pilotage charges14 Nov 2024, Hazira, IndiaFrom 1 November 2024, minimum charge for port dues and pilotage charge [at Hazira] are revised.READ MORE Planned protest at port14…
Ports still closed after Hurricane Francine landfall12 Sep 2024, Gulf Coast, United StatesAround 400,000 people are without power and the New Orleans area is dealing with record rainfall since Hurricane…
Beryl makes landfall as Category 2 hurricane05 Jul 2024, Yucatan Pensinsula & Gulf of MexicoHurricane Beryl made landfall on the Yucatan Peninsula as a Category 2 storm early this morning…
Hurricane Beryl brings strong winds, storm surge & damaging waves04 Jul 2024, Caribbean & Western Gulf of MexicoAt 200am EDT, Hurricane Beryl was located by Grand Cayman near latitude 18.3…
Additional booking slots and draft adjustment11 Jun 2024, Panama Canal, PanamaThe Panama Canal Authority has announced additional booking slots in the Neopanamax and Panamax locks.READ MORE Report of Marine Incidents11…
Port strike update (2 May)02 May 2024, Gangavaram, IndiaNo progress has been made towards resolving the strike situation at Gangavaram, and operations at the port are at a standstill.READ MORE…
Bridge collapse status update (28 March)28 Mar 2024, Baltimore, United StatesFollowing the bridge collapse at Baltimore, the channel closure for the six vessels currently in the harbour and others waiting…
Warning of heavy to very heavy rain06 Mar 2024, OmanHeavy to very heavy rain accompanied by active downdraft winds and hail are expected from 8 to 10 March over most…