U.S. Halts Shipment of Iranian Arms to Houthis
A vessel laden with weapons and materials intended for conflict support was recently detained in the Arabian Sea by a US coats guard cutter.
Middle East
U.S. Disrupts Iranian Ship's Operations Digitally
According to a report by NBC News the U.S. executed a cyber operation targeting an Iranian naval vessel in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Security Alert as Bulk Carrier Targeted by Houthi Missile
The NASDAQ-listed shipping company Star Bulk's 20-year-old panamax vessel, the Star Iris, was attacked by Houthi forces today.
Samsung's 15 Ship Boost for QatarEnergy
QatarEnergy is advancing its fleet expansion efforts with a freshly inked agreement to acquire 15 LNG carriers from Samsung Heavy Industries.
Crisis in Red Sea Halts UN's Completion of FSO Safer Ops
The ongoing maritime crisis in the Red Sea has led to the halting of efforts to dismantle the FSO Safer, an aging tanker.
Iran Converts Boxship into Drone Carrier
Iran is launching its first drone carrier, a converted boxship, adding to growing concerns surrounding the situation in the Middle East.
Animal Welfare Alarm Sounded as Cattle Struggle in Red Sea Chaos
A vessel transporting cattle from Australia, initially bound for the Middle East, has reportedly rerouted towards Africa.
Two Missing SEALS Presumed Dead from Raid on Iran Ship
Military officials said that the U.S. Navy SEALs who went missing in the Gulf of Aden amidst a raid on an Iranian ship have still not been found.
French Warship Becomes Floating Hospital For Injured Gazans
As health infrastructure in Gaza collapses up to 1,000 people have been treated in a French field hospital aboard a ship off the Egypt coast.
UK MoD to Upgrade Defence Missile System Used in Red Sea
In a statement made by the MoD a missile system will be upgraded to feature a new warhead & software enabling it to counter ballistic missile threads.
More Ships Signal No Ties to Israel to Avoid Houthi Attacks
In an effort to avoid Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, cargo ships are broadcasting that they are not affiliated with Israel.
Security Operation: Iran Seizes Tanker Off Qeshm Island
The tanker flagged under the Marshall Islands, which Iran seized in the Gulf of Oman Thursday, has been pinpointed to the east of Iran's Qeshm Island
Germany Will Participate in EU Red Sea Naval Mission
Due to continued attacks on vessels by Iran-backed Houthi militia off the Yemen coast, the most important global shipping lane has been paralyzed
Cameroon Flag on Tankers Banned in UAE Over Safety Concerns
The United Arab Emirates has prohibited ships bearing the flag of Cameroon from entering its waters.
Crisis in Red Sea Risks Port Overcrowding & May Drive Shipping Costs
HSBC Global Research has issued a caution regarding the potential implications of the current crisis in the Red Sea on maritime logistics.
Container Shipping Costs Escalate Due to Security in Red Sea
In recent developments the shipping industry is witnessing a hike in short-term rates for container transport across Asia, Europe, and the USA.
Red Sea Under Attack: Containership Witnesses Explosions
Ambrey, a maritime security company in the UK revealed container ship flying the Malta flag observed 3 explosions in the direction of its port quarter
Ship Owners Still Skeptical as Pentagon Affirms Red Sea Safety
Shipping companies are being reassured by the US that their multinational taskforce is making voyages through the Suez Canal and Red Sea safer.
Red Sea Route Changes: Higher Costs, More Delays
Major suppliers for global retailers such as IKEA & Amazon are adjusting shipping routes, marking the most significant disruption since COVID
Greek Shipping Advised to Avoid Red Sea Following Attacks
Commercial vessels currently voyaging the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden have been advised by Greece to avoid Yemeni waters following attacks.