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Iran purchased corn and soybean meal in tenders last week, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 21, 2025

European traders reported on Friday that SLAL, the state-owned importer of animal feed in Iran, is believed to have bought animal feed corn as well as soymeal at international tenders. The company was looking for around 120,000 metric tonnes each.

US offshore drilling proposal includes California auctions

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 20, 2025

The U.S. The U.S. The proposal aligns with Trump's agenda of energy dominance to boost domestic fossil fuel production. Plan includes 21 sales in Alaska, starting next year. Seven in the Gulf of Mexico. And six in the Pacific Ocean between Northern and Southern California.

Fincantieri joins FTSE MIB, as defense stocks surge and replace Hera or DiaSorin

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 20, 2025

The Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri will join Italy's blue chip stock index, FTSE MIB, for the first month next year, traders reported on Thursday. This move would strengthen the influence of defence amid a global rally fueled by geopolitical tensions.

SMU in must-win mode vs. sinking Louisville

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

SMU is hoping to maintain its hopes of winning the Atlantic Coast Conference title when it welcomes Louisville to Dallas on Saturday. The Mustangs (7-3 and 5-1 ACC), are one of only four teams in the conference with a single loss. Coach Rhett…

TotalEnergies increases stake in Nigerian offshore oil exploration Block

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

TotalEnergies announced on Wednesday that it had signed agreements with Conoil for the acquisition of a further 50% stake in OPL 257 oil exploration block from its Nigerian partner. This brings its total holding to 90%. This deal is part and…

EU wheat prices with Chicago ease as rally fueled by China subsides

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

Euronext Wheat prices fell Wednesday, in line with Chicago. A grain market rally sparked by Chinese purchases U.S. Soybeans faded as wheat traders shifted their focus back to the ample global supply. The most active contract, March wheat on the Paris Euronext exchange…

Rescue underway after a South Korean vessel with 267 passengers runs aground.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

A South Korean passenger ship carrying 267 passengers, crew and cargo ran aground off the southwest tip of the Korean Peninsula on Wednesday. The incident triggered a rescue effort and brought back memories of another major ferry accident in 2014.

South Korea's KFA purchased about 65,000 tonnes of corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

According to European traders, the Korea Feed Association in South Korea bought around 65,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn on Wednesday in a private transaction without launching an international tender. It was reported that the KFA's Incheon division…

South Korea's MFG purchases 130,000 to 135,000 tonnes corn in tender

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

European traders reported that the Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) purchased between 130,000 and 135,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn at an international auction on Wednesday. The tender was for up to 210.000 tons. They said that two consignments could be purchased from South America…

South Korea's MFG begins buying corn at tender, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

European traders reported that the Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) began buying animal feed corn on Wednesday in an international auction with an initial purchase of 130,000-135,00 metric tons. Negotiations continue about additional purchases.

South Korea's MFG bids up to 210,000 tonnes corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

Major Feedmill Group in South Korea (MFG) issued a tender for the purchase of up to 210.000 metric tons animal feed corn on Wednesday, European traders reported. Three consignments ranging from 55,000 to 75,000 tons are required for delivery in South Korea by February 2026.

Jordan Issues a tender to Buy Up to 120,000 Metric Tons of Wheat

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 19, 2025

The state grain buyer of Jordan has announced an international tender for up to 120,000 tons of milling whey that can come from optional origins. The deadline to submit price offers for the tender is 25 November. The traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan's previous tender of 120…

Caleb Wilson leads No. 18 UNC over Navy

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 18, 2025

Caleb Wilson led the No. The 18th-ranked North Carolina won 73 61 against Navy in Chapel Hill on Tuesday. Jarri Stevenson scored 11 points and Henri Veesaar had 10 for the Tar Heels (5-1) who finished a five game homestand at the start of the season.

Jordan purchases approximately 60,000 tons of wheat at tender, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 18, 2025

In an international auction held on Tuesday, Jordan's state grain buyer bought about 60,000 metric tonnes of hard milling whey from optional origins. They said that it was estimated to have been purchased from CHS for $263.85 per ton, including freight (c&f)…

HP seeks $1.8 billion in damages from Mike Lynch’s estate following UK Autonomy lawsuit

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 18, 2025

Hewlett Packard Enterprise's lawyers informed the London High Court that they are seeking to recover nearly $1.8 billion in damages from the estate of Mike Lynch, who died in 2003. This is due to HP's acquisition by HP of Autonomy, his British technology firm.

South Korea's KFA purchases approximately 65,000 tons of US corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 18, 2025

European traders reported that the Korea Feed Association in South Korea bought an estimated 65,000 tons of animal feed grain from the United States, in an international auction on Tuesday. The tender sought up to 69,000 tonnes. The KFA Busan section purchased it in one consignment…

South Korea's KFA offers up to 69,000 tonnes of corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 18, 2025

European traders reported on Tuesday that the South Korean Korea Feed Association has launched an international tender for up to 69,000 tons of animal feed grain. The deadline to submit price offers for the KFA Busan section's tender is also Tuesday, 18 November.

Normandy duo wins Class 40 glory with thrilling finish

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 17, 2025

After one of the most exciting finishes in recent race history, Normandy sailors Guillaume Pirouelle (left) and Cedric Château (right) won the Transat Cafe L'Or Le Havre Normandie Class 40 division on Monday. After a 4,869 nautical mile journey from Le Havre in France via La Coruna in Spain…

Saudi oil tanker with 90,000 tonnes of crude oil arrives in Syria port

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 17, 2025

The Syrian state news agency reported on Monday that a Saudi oil tanker with 90,000 tonnes of crude oil arrived in Syria's Baniyas Port as part of Saudi funding to support local needs. The port received a first batch of 650,000 barils of the Saudi grant Monday.

Witnesses claim that US officials advocated sinking suspected drug-carrying boats

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 17, 2025

Former Justice Department No. 2 official Emil Bove told employees that the government should "sink the boats" rather than prosecute people on board, three witnesses said. Three witnesses said that former Justice Department No. 2 official Emil…

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