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Sources say that Germany's Uniper is close to signing an agreement with India to purchase green ammonia

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 9, 2026

Two people with knowledge of the matter said that the state-owned German utility Uniper was close to a deal for the purchase of green ammonia in India, as part of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s planned trip to India next week. Germany is betting…

Moscow claims that the US has freed two Russian crewmembers from a seized oil tanker upon its request

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 9, 2026

The Russian Foreign Ministry announced?on Friday? that the United States had released two Russian crewmembers from an oil tanker flying the Russian flag, which was seized in the Atlantic Ocean on Wednesday. The Russian Transport Ministry announced on Wednesday that it had lost contact after U.S.

French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 9, 2026

Here are some company news and stories that could have a significant impact on France and Benelux's markets or individual stocks. AIR FRANCE KLM has announced that 80 flights will be cancelled on Friday from and to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport due to expected snowfall in the Netherlands.

Peter Apps: Frenetic military posturing in 2026 sets the tone for a dangerous new era

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 8, 2026

Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief, reaffirmed his belief that the U.S. will win any battle of diplomatic will and military power, whether it be between Denmark or the Trump administration. He made this clear in an interview with CNN on Monday.

TKMS makes non-binding offer for German shipyard GNYK

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 8, 2026

TKMS stated?in an emailed message, without disclosing details?around this offer. TKMS, spun off from Thyssenkrupp parent in October, said last month that it 'expected to decide soon' whether to purchase?GNYK. This reflects its ambition to expand due to the growing demand for defense equipment.

New York Times Business News - January 7, 2019

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 7, 2026

These are the most popular stories from the business pages of the New York Times. ? These stories have not been?verified? and we cannot vouch for the accuracy of these reports. Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said Venezuela would start sending oil to the U.S.

At the Ukraine-Turkey meeting in Paris, Turkey will stress the'strategic importance' of Black Sea Security

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 5, 2026

A Turkish Foreign Ministry source said on Monday that the Turkish Foreign Minister will emphasize the "strategic importance" of maintaining the security in the Black Sea during a summit in Paris on Ukraine this week. Emmanuel Macron, the French president…

UN chief on Venezuela action by US sets a 'dangerous precedence'

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 3, 2026

His spokesperson stated on Saturday that Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was deeply concerned by the U.S. military actions in Venezuela, which "sets a dangerous precedent." This is ahead of an expected?U.N. Security Council meeting. Diplomats…

The differentials remain the same

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 2, 2026

The differentials between Caspian and Urals crude oil remained unchanged on Friday, in a'mild' market. Russia -and a few of its neighbouring countries - were off for the New Year holiday. There were no bids or offers reported to Platts on Friday for Urals, Azeri BTC - and CPC Blend.

Police in Finland say that Finland has made progress with its investigation of cable breaches

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 2, 2026

The Finnish police said on Friday that they had made progress in the criminal investigation of the damage to an underwater telecommunications cables owned by Elisa. The cargo vessel "Fitburg", which was en route to Israel from Russia, was suspected…

Valencia coach Fernando Martin dies in Indonesia boat accident

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 28, 2025

'Spanish football clubs' reported that Fernando Martin, a Valencia CF coach, died along with?three of his family members after their boat capsized off the coast of Indonesia. Valencia expressed their "deep sadness" at the death of Fernando Martin…

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex 'Wong, 'global chief strategist at Hanwha Group said that the?Philly Shipyard of Hanwha has the ability to build a nuclear-powered submarine? for the U.S. Navy. Wong stated during Hanwha's Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday that "the U.S.

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex Wong is the global chief strategy officer of Hanwha Group. According to a press release issued by the South Korean firm on Thursday, the company's Philly Shipyard can build a nuclear submarine for the U.S. Navy. Wong, who spoke at the Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday…

EU wheat is at a two-week high due to Black Sea risks

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 24, 2025

Dealers said that European wheat prices rose in a thin trade before Christmas due to concerns about the escalation of war in the Black Sea export zone. Euronext will be closed on Christmas Day, Thursday and Friday. The most active contract, March wheat on the Paris-based Euronext exchange…

EU Wheat Stable as Black Sea Risks Support

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 24, 2025

Dealers said that the price of European wheat increased on Wednesday, as concerns about the war in the Black Sea export zone and the cold weather in Russia pushed prices up in thin trading before Christmas. The most active contract, March?wheat on Paris' Euronext exchange…

EU wheat remains firm as Black Sea concerns linger

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 23, 2025

Analysts said that prices for Euronext wheat rose on Tuesday, as Russian attacks against Ukrainian?ports boosted the market. Forecasts of extreme cold in 'Russia also pushed up prices. Traders repositioned their positions before Christmas. The most active contract…

Orsted sells Cathay 55% of Taiwan's wind farm

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 23, 2025

Orsted, a Danish offshore wind developer, has agreed to sell a 55% stake in its Greater Changhua II offshore wind farm in Taiwan. The deal is worth approximately 5 billion Danish crowns (788.74m). You can also restore your own website. Investor…

Ainslie signs Oakley Capital agreement to fund British America’s Cup bid

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 23, 2025

British sailor, Ben 'Ainslie, has secured the funding he needs to run his America's Cup 2027 campaign. He announced a deal with Oakley Capital Tuesday following a stressful phase?in a mission to?bring the Cup back home. Ainslie’s Athena Racing…

EU wheat continues to rebound amid Black Sea War concerns

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 22, 2025

Euronext wheat increased for a third day on Monday, continuing a recovery from the contract lows. Attacks by Ukraine and Russia against each other's Black Sea coasts led to some short-covering. The most active contract, March?wheat on Paris' Euronext exchange…

US suspends leases on five offshore wind projects due to radar concerns

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 22, 2025

Department of the Interior announced on Monday that the Trump administration has suspended the?lease for five large-scale offshore wind projects under construction due to national?security concerns. The Department said that the move was made…

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