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Shell Engages Chiyoda for Global Engineering Support Role
Shell Global Solutions has engaged Japan’s Chiyoda Corporation for engineering and procurement support on potential future global energy projects.
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European Gas Prices Ease as Hormuz Shipping Normalizes
European TTF gas prices hold near two-month lows as Strait of Hormuz shipping normalizes, reducing Middle East supply risk for bulk carrier operators.
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Iran Claims Strait of Hormuz Control Rights After Oman Ship Attack
Iran reasserts Strait of Hormuz shipping control after vessel attack near Oman. Key implications for bulk carrier operators, flag states, and voyage planning.
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BPA Announces New Dates for UK Ports Introduction Course
The BPA has announced new dates for its Introduction to UK Ports course, relevant for bulk carrier operators and maritime professionals trading into UK terminals.
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Oman and Iran in Talks Over Strait of Hormuz Administration
Oman and Iran form a working group to discuss Strait of Hormuz navigation administration and maritime service costs — key update for bulk carrier operators.
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Genco Shareholders Back Board Against Diana Challenge
Genco Shipping shareholders re-elect all six board nominees with nearly 90% support, defeating Diana Shipping’s proxy challenge in the dry bulk sector.
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US-Iran Truce May Reopen Strait of Hormuz to Shipping
Analysts expect a US-Iran truce to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but operators should maintain vigilance as nuclear talks remain unresolved.
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Panama Flag Registry Declines Amid US-China Geopolitical Tensions
Panama Ship Registry contracts 3.3% as US-China tensions drive shipowners to seek alternative flags, reshaping global flag state preferences.
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Dangote Refinery Ramp-up Reshapes West African Tanker Markets
Dangote refinery ramp-up cuts West African clean product imports 23%, reshaping regional tanker routes and freight patterns for maritime operators.
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U.S. Forces Disable Third Vessel This Week, Evacuate Indian Crew
U.S. forces disable MT Jalveer, third tanker this week in Gulf of Oman enforcement operations. All 20 Indian crew members safely evacuated to shore.