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Hong Kong's CK Hutchison ensures legal compliance in port deal

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 12, 2025

Hong Kong's CK Hutchison announced on Monday that the closely monitored port deal it has negotiated will adhere strictly to all compliance standards. In March, the Hong Kong-based conglomerate controlled by tycoon Li Kashing agreed to sell the bulk of its global ports business worth $22.8 billion…

Shipping group Maersk: US-China agreement is a positive step; shares soar

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 12, 2025

Maersk, a Danish shipping company, said that on Monday the agreement between China & the United States on a 90-day suspension of tariffs & reciprocal duties is a positive step. At 0948 GMT, shares of Maersk were trading 12.9% higher. In an email…

China's crude oil imports in April rose 7.5% due to strong Iranian and Russian supplies

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 9, 2025

China's crude oil imports in April slowed compared to the previous month, but increased 7.5% compared to a year ago due largely to an abundance of shipments sanctioned by the government and because state refineries built up stocks during maintenance shut-downs.

Trump's new ambassador in Panama casts China as a threat to frayed alliance

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 8, 2025

The new US ambassador in Panama, who was appointed on Thursday, pledged to further strengthen the ties between the Central American nation and the United States while highlighting China as a threat to all. "My first priority will be to enhance…

South Korea's FLC purchases 60,000 metric tonnes of soymeal from traders

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 8, 2025

European traders reported that the Feed Leaders Committee, a South Korean import group, purchased 60,000 metric tonnes of soymeal on Thursday in an international auction. The soymeal was expected to come from South America. It is believed that the FLC purchased from Cargill, a trading house.

South Korea's KFA purchased up to 70,000 T of corn in a private deal, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 8, 2025

According to European traders, the Korea Feed Association in South Korea purchased between 65,000 and 70,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn from optional origins on Wednesday in a private transaction without launching an international tender.

EU envoys discuss the sanctions related to Russia's chemical weapons use

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 7, 2025

EU sources confirmed on Wednesday that the European Commission had proposed adding 15 new entities and persons to its sanctions framework, including individuals suspected of using chemical weaponry in Ukraine as well as Russian hybrid threats.

Israel Aerospace sells autonomous submarines for the Greek Navy

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 7, 2025

Israel Aerospace Industries, a state-run company, announced on Wednesday that it had signed a contract to sell the BlueWhale system of autonomous submarines to the Greek Navy. IAI did not disclose financial details. BlueWhale is a large uncrewed…

Trump announces that the US will no longer bomb Houthis following an agreement

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2025

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump said that the U.S. would stop bombing Houthis in Yemen because the Iran-aligned groups had agreed to cease interrupting important Middle East shipping lanes. In order to stop the attacks on Red Sea shipping, the U.S.

Malta to repair a ship that was reportedly bombed allegedly by drones

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2025

Malta's government announced on Tuesday that it will carry out repairs on an aid ship in international waters after the vessel was reportedly attacked by two drones on Friday morning. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition is an international NGO that operates the "Conscience".

Data shows that the price of Russian Urals oil remains below the Western price cap

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 6, 2025

Calculations based on LSEG's data show that since April 3, the price of Urals oil in Russian ports along the Black Sea and Baltic Sea has been below the cap set by Western nations. The Group of Seven (G7) countries have introduced a price cap…

Three people are dead and nine missing after a small boat capsizes in San Diego

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

U.S. authorities said that at least three people, including two children were dead and nine others missing after a small vessel capsized on rough seas north of San Diego in what appeared to be a migrant smuggling effort. The U.S. Coast Guard…

Israeli strikes Yemen's Hodeidah following Houthi attacks on Israel

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

Israel said that it conducted airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah Port Monday, one day after Iran-aligned Houthis launched a missile near Israel's primary airport. In a press release, the military claimed that it had attacked targets it considered terrorists in Hodeidah.

Philippine Coast Guard: China ship illegally surveying EEZ

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

The Philippines deployed a coastguard vessel and an airplane to confront and escort the Chinese research ship that it claimed was engaged in illegal marine scientific research within its exclusive economic zone. PCG released a statement Monday…

Hanwha Ocean, a South Korean shipbuilder, targets US Navy orders amid Trump's efforts to build shipbuilding relations

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

Hanwha Ocean, a South Korean shipbuilder, hopes to increase its revenue from overseas naval vessels to 4 trillion won (2.91 billion dollars) by 2030. It also hopes to receive more repair orders from U.S. Navy. After President Donald Trump's executive order to restore U.S.

South Korea's MFG purchased 65,000-70,000 T corn privately, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) bought between 65,000 and 70,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn late last week in a private transaction without issuing a tender to the international market, European traders reported on Monday. The estimated cost per ton was $248.40, including freight.

State media reports that nine people have been killed in China after four tourist boat capsizes

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 5, 2025

State media reported that nine people were killed when "sudden powerful winds" capsized 4 tourist boats in Southwestern China and swept 84 people into water. The Xinhua News Agency reported that a person was still missing and the search for her was continuing…

What are the differences between India and Pakistan militaries as tensions increase after the attack in Kashmir?

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 30, 2025

A 26-man attack on Hindu tourists in Indian Kashmir has caused tensions between India, Pakistan, and fears of conflict. Pakistan has said it has intelligence that India plans to launch military action. According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies in London…

Chinese navy patrols South China Sea, says Philippines creating 'disturbances'

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 29, 2025

China's Navy conducted a South China Sea patrol on Tuesday. It claimed that the Philippines was creating "disturbances", and conducting its own patrols in conjunction with other countries. China, which claims nearly the entire South China Sea…

North Korea fires its first weapons test on its new warship

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 29, 2025

State media KCNA reported that North Korea conducted the first test firing of the weapon system of its new "Choe-Hyon-class" of warships earlier this week. The report stated that artillery and cruise missiles were fired during the test firing attended by Kim Jong Un…