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Bulk Carrier
U.S. Strikes Prompt Oil Loading at Iran’s Kharg Island
Suspected oil tankers have been observed loading fuel at Kharg Island, Iran, just two days after President Donald Trump ordered…
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Sri Lanka Faces Economic Vulnerability Amid Global Oil Price Fluctuations
Sri Lanka’s economic landscape is marked by cautious optimism, yet the nation remains highly susceptible to global oil price volatility.…
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Marine Accident
Protest Boats Capsize Off Okinawa, Injuries Reported
In a dramatic incident off the coast of Henoko, Okinawa, approximately 20 protesters were thrown into the sea when two…
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Classification News
Bureau Veritas Reviews OCEANICWING’s Seawing Kite System
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has completed a third-party review of the “Seawing” automated kite system, developed by OCEANICWING…
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Iran Leverages Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Iran is strategically using its position in the Strait of Hormuz to exert pressure on energy buyers and challenge U.S.…
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Shipbuilding
Electrified Equipment Boosts APM Terminals Suape
APM Terminals Suape has taken a significant leap towards becoming Latin America’s first fully electrified port facility with the arrival…
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Marine Accident
Ferry Mechanical Failures Prompt Port Authority Actions in Greece
On March 13, 2026, the Greek Coastguard notified the Port Authority of Piraeus about a mechanical failure on the ferry…
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Classification News
New Version of FSSC 22000 Scheme Expected in May 2026
According to an update from the Foundation FSSC, the eagerly anticipated new version of the FSSC 22000 Scheme is set…
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Marine Accident
Tragic Capsizing Claims Lives of Two Near Okinawa
NAGO, Okinawa — A tragic accident occurred on March 16, 2025, when two boats carrying Japanese high school students capsized…
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Bulk Carrier
Norway Bans Ships from Entering Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Norwegian authorities have implemented a ban on all Norwegian-flagged vessels from entering the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route…
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