Friday

11-04-2025 Vol 19

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Trump’s Tariffs: Significant Exemption for Oil and Gas Industries Revealed

In the recent announcement of sweeping import tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, a notable exemption has been made for…

The Decline of US Grain Export Supremacy: A Statistical Overview

The United States has historically been a leader in global grain exports, often referred to as the world’s breadbasket. While…

Panama Canal Launches Open Bidding for Energy Product Transportation Services

The Panama Canal’s Board of Directors has officially initiated a bidding process for a new pipeline aimed at transporting energy…

US Sanctions Could Impact April Crude Imports from Iran by China’s Independent Refineries

Chinese independent refineries may see a decline in Iranian crude imports this April, following record levels in March, due to…

IMO Update: Mid-Term Strategies for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is making significant strides in its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This was…

Shore Leave: Scarce, Fleeting, and Threatened with Extinction

The ITF Seafarers’ Trust launched the Shore Leave Survey in mid-2024 to investigate concerns that accessing shore leave has become…

Capesize Market Sentiment Shifts to Bearish in Dry Bulk Sector

The Capesize market began the week on a slow note due to the Hari Raya Puasa holiday observed in Singapore.…

Tankers: Will Global Trade War Impact the Oil Industry’s Future?

The global tanker market faces uncertainty amid escalating trade tensions, particularly concerning oil prices and demand. According to Gibson Shipbrokers,…

Drewry Reports 2% Increase in World Container Index Over the Past Week

Drewry’s World Container Index has experienced a notable 2% increase this week, reaching $2,208 per 40-foot container. This shift offers…

IMO Takes Steps to Uphold Seafarers’ Rights and Address Substandard Shipping Practices

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has taken significant steps to enhance the rights of seafarers and address substandard shipping practices.…