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December 12, 2025
Two sources confirmed on Friday that the oil'supertanker Skipper', which was seized this week by the U.S. near Venezuela as part of a pressure campaign against President Nicolas Maduro is headed to Houston. According to?TankerTrackers.com's analysis of satellite images…
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December 12, 2025
The boat that brought 60 African migrants to Malta capsized near the Mediterranean island on Friday, bringing one of the largest groups to arrive in recent times. The group was "rescued" by Maltese military boats and landed at Bugibba 10 miles north-east of Valletta.
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December 12, 2025
Papua New Guinea announced on Friday that Alphabet, through Google, will build three submarine cables funded by Australia, under a?mutual defence treaty. This upgrade is a major step in upgrading the digital 'backbone' of the largest Pacific Island nation.
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December 12, 2025
Winter storms, increased'security' risks and shorter daylight hours have caused delays for oil tankers traveling through the Turkish Straits. According to traders, the congestion is worsened due to increased security checks after recent attacks against tankers transporting Russian oil…
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December 12, 2025
Data from industry sources showed that Russia's seaborne exports of oil products in November fell by 0.8% compared to October, at 7,494 million metric tons. The impact of drone strikes?on the energy infrastructure has been offset by a certain…
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December 12, 2025
Australia announced on Friday that it would not oppose Hanwha's proposal to nearly double the stake of Austal in Australia, but there will be strict conditions regarding data access and security. Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated that the decision…
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December 11, 2025
European traders reported that Tunisia's grain agency purchased approximately 125,000 metric tonnes of soft wheat and about 100,000 tons durum in an international bid for the same amount on Thursday. The purchases were all made on a per ton basis, including freight.
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December 11, 2025
European traders said that Tunisia’s state grains agency allegedly purchased 125,000 metric tons of soft wheat, 100,000 tons durum, and 125,000 tons animal feed barley at an international tender on Thursday. Soft wheat?was believed to have been purchased at the lowest price of $255.77 per ton…
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December 11, 2025
Initial assessments by European traders suggest that the lowest price offered at Thursday's international tender for 125,000 metric tonnes of soft?wheat from Tunisia was $255.77 per ton, including freight and cost. They said that the lowest wheat offer…
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December 11, 2025
The energy ministry announced on Thursday that Norway has approved the two initial applications received for its 'first commercial floating offshore-wind tender. This will allow the two consortiums to refine their plans and take part in a subsequent subsidy auction.
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December 11, 2025
European traders reported that Taiwan's MFIG buying group purchased about 65,000 metric tonnes?of animal feeding corn, which was expected to come from?the United States?in an international tender?on a Thursday. They said that the yellow corn was bought at a premium estimated to be 202.79 U.S.
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December 10, 2025
Two?U.S. officials confirmed on Wednesday that the administration of U.S. president Donald Trump has seized a?oil?tanker? off the coasts of Venezuela. Officials told reporters on Wednesday. The move comes amid a massive U.S. build-up of military forces in the region.
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December 10, 2025
European traders claim that Jordan's state grain purchaser bought about 120,000 tons animal feed barley in an international tender Wednesday, which sought the same volume. In two consignments of 60,000 tons, the total cost was estimated at $272.75 per ton.
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December 10, 2025
European traders reported on Wednesday that Tunisia’s state grain agency had?issued a tender for the purchase of 125,000 metric tonnes of soft?milling?wheat, 100,000 tons durum wheat, and 125,000 tons feed barley. Origin was optional. The goal is to ship all grains by 2026.
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December 10, 2025
Venezuela will likely retain its seat within OPEC, even if U.S. president Donald Trump succeeds in forcing a government change in the oil-rich nation. The U.S. wants to bolster their alliance with the cartel while they?expand their own sphere of influences. The U.S.
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December 10, 2025
The South Korean shipping giant Hanwha Group and U.S. defense start-up Vatn Systems have teamed up to develop autonomous underwater drones (AUU) for the U.S. Navy. This is the latest bilateral effort by the two companies to counter China's expanding naval presence.
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December 10, 2025
In the midst of escalating tensions, the United States criticised China for the first-time?for pointing radars at Japanese aircraft during a last week training exercise. The incident near Japan's Okinawa Islands comes after Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi…
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December 10, 2025
European traders said that Jordan's state grain buyer issued an international tender for the purchase of up to 120,000 metric tonnes of milling wheat. The origins can be optional, they added. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is December 16.
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December 10, 2025
Venezuela will likely retain its seat in OPEC, even if U.S. president Donald Trump succeeds in forcing a change in government in the oil rich country. The U.S. wants to strengthen its alliance with the cartel while expanding its own sphere?of?influence. The U.S.
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December 9, 2025
Defense Minister Richard Marles said Australia is "very self-critical", as it looks to address challenges for the AUKUS Nuclear Submarine Programme, including skilling their?workforce. This comes ahead of AUKUS Defence Ministers meeting in Washington.
