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Tanker Market and the Israel-Iran conflict
The tanker market is already feeling the impact from the latest round of Middle East warfare, with rates rising sharply across the board. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv
IMO, ILO, ICS, ITF unite in call to protect seafarers against criminalization
Seafarers detained in connection with their professional duties must be treated fairly and with dignity, with full respect for their human rights, high level participants from the International Maritime Organization
Iran-Israel conflict and the Strait of Hormuz: Charterparty implications
Introduction: the Hormuz Strait and its significance The world is still reacting to the dramatic outbreak of hostilities between Israel and Iran on 13 June 2025, which has included reciprocal
Middle East Tensions Further Hurt Ship Recycling Activity
The ship recycling market was further hampered by the developments of the past week and the escalation of warfare between Iran and Israel. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis
Geopolitical Spillover: Assessing the Impact of Iran-Israel Tensions on the Dry Bulk Shipping Industry
The dry bulk market is expected to be less affected by the ongoing situation between Iran and Israel; however, examining the current situation can help determine the best way to
Global dry bulk fleet set to drop 22% in young tonnage by 2028
The global dry bulk fleet is facing a sharp contraction in younger, more efficient tonnage, with the supply of vessels under 15 years of age projected to fall by 22%
More Newbuilding Contracts for Dry Bulk Carriers
Ship owners were quite active in the dry bulk newbuilding market last week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “the Greek company DryDel ordered an Ultramax
Geopolitical Spillover: Assessing the Impact of Iran-Israel Tensions on the Tanker Shipping Industry
Escalating tensions between Iran and Israel are analysed for their potential effects on global energy markets, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz. While historical data indicates a full closure by
Impact Of Hypothetical Closure Of The Strait Of Hormuz On Multipurpose Shipping
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is highly unlikely due to its crucial role in connecting Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries with global markets. These countries are major exporters