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Marine Accident
U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalates Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
In a dramatic escalation of military conflict, the U.S. has launched significant operations against Iran, following warnings that Tehran might…
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Shipbuilding
World’s Largest Sailing Cruise Ship Unveiled
The Orient Express Corinthian is set to redefine luxury cruising as the world’s largest sailing cruise ship. Measuring an impressive…
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Colombo’s Air Quality Crisis Linked to Shipping Emissions
Colombo, Sri Lanka, is facing a growing air quality crisis, with emissions from international shipping lanes contributing significantly to the…
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Shipbuilding
India Launches First Autonomous Maritime Shipbuilding Centre
Sagar Defence Engineering has officially laid the foundation for the world’s first autonomous maritime shipbuilding and systems centre in Juvvaladinne…
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UK Considers Deploying Minehunting Drones to Secure Strait of Hormuz
Britain is contemplating the deployment of minehunting drones to safeguard the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime passage through which…
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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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