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Red Crescent reports that at least four migrants have died when two boats capsize near the coast of Libya

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 15, 2025

The Libyan Red Crescent reported on Saturday that at least four people died when two boats with 95 irregular migrants capsized near the Libyan city of Al Khums, on Thursday. In a Facebook post, the Red Crescent confirmed that four migrants on board the first boat died.

Iran's SLAL has won tenders to purchase 120,000 tons of corn and soybeans

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 15, 2025

European traders reported on Saturday that the Iranian state-owned animal feeding importer SLAL had issued international tenders for up to 120,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn, and 120,000 metric Tons of soymeal. They said that the deadline for submitting price offers to tenders is November 19.

Hapag-Lloyd's CEO: Return to Suez Route not yet in Sight but Looking Closely

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 13, 2025

Hapag-Lloyd, a German container shipping firm, said on Thursday that it has noted calmer conditions around the Suez Canal following a ceasefire during the Gaza conflict. However it will not reopen sailings until the canal is safe. In a conference call with analysts…

Turkey: it is too early to determine what caused the deadly military plane crash

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 13, 2025

The Turkish defence ministry stated on Thursday that it is too early to determine what caused a military cargo aircraft crash in Georgia this week, in which 20 soldiers were killed. Inspections are continuing. The C-130 cargo plane had left Azerbaijan to Turkey when it crashed on Tuesday…

Turkey: Too early to determine what caused deadly plane accident

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 13, 2025

The Turkish defence ministry stated on Thursday that it is too early to determine what caused a military cargo aircraft crash in Georgia this week, in which 20 soldiers were killed. Inspections are continuing. The C-130 cargo plane had left Azerbaijan to Turkey when it crashed on Tuesday.

Jordanian traders claim that Jordan has bid to purchase 120,000 metric tonnes of feed barley.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 13, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Jordan's state grain buyer had issued an international tender for the purchase of up to 120,000 tons of animal feed barley. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is November 19, 2019.

IOM: At least 42 migrants presumed dead after boat capsizes in Libya

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 12, 2025

The International Organization for Migration reported on Wednesday that at least 42 migrants were missing and presumed to be dead after a rubber-boat capsized near the coast of Libya. Seven survivors were rescued by the Libyan authorities after six days of drifting at sea.

Algerian traders claim that they bought wheat for shipping to two ports in Algeria.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 12, 2025

HAMBURG, November 12 - European traders reported on Wednesday that Algeria's state grain agency OAIC was believed to have purchased milling wheat at an international auction on Tuesday. The tender only sought shipment to two port. Initial estimates indicated that approximately 150…

Algerian traders claim that they bought animal feed barley at a tender.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 12, 2025

HAMBURG - European traders reported on Wednesday that the Algerian state agency OAIC purchased animal feed barley from optional origins on a limited basis for two ports in a Tuesday international tender. According to estimates by traders, it…

Jordanian traders report that the country has issued a tender for up to 120,000 tons of wheat.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 12, 2025

HAMBURG - On Wednesday, European traders reported that Jordan's state grain purchaser has launched an international tender for up to 120,000 metric tonnes of milling wheat from any origin. The traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan's previous tender of 120…

Algerian traders claim that they bought wheat for shipping to two ports in Algeria.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 11, 2025

HAMBURG, 11 November - Algerian state grain agency OAIC, according to European traders, is believed to be the buyer of milling wheat at an international auction on Tuesday that sought to limit shipment to only two ports. The initial volume was unclear.

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

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 11, 2025

HAMBURG - Jordanian's state grain buyer bought about 60,000 metric tonnes of hard milling in a Tuesday international auction. The wheat was sourced from optional origins. They said that it was estimated to have been purchased from Cargill for $262.50 per ton, cost and freight included.

Algeria offers to purchase soft wheat only for export to two ports, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 9, 2025

European traders reported on Sunday that Algeria's state grain agency OAIC had issued an international tender for the purchase of soft milling wheat to be shipped to only two ports. The bid was for a nominal amount of 50,000 metric tonnes, but…

Sources say that the Greek court has ordered more coast guard officers to be assigned in 2023 due to a shipwreck involving migrants.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 6, 2025

Legal sources confirmed on Thursday that a Greek prosecutor had extended charges against four additional senior coast guard officers in connection with one of the Mediterranean’s worst accidents: a shipwreck from 2023, which saw hundreds of people drown off the southwest town of Pylos.

Ambrey: Pirates board a Malta-flagged product tanker off Somalia

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 6, 2025

Ambrey, a maritime security company, reported on Thursday pirates had boarded a tanker flying the Malta flag off the coast of Somalia. Ambrey, in a statement, said that pirates had approached the tanker on a skiff. They then opened fire. The pirates operated from a hijacked Iranian flagged dhow.

Jordanian traders report that Jordan has bid to purchase 120,000 tons feed barley.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 6, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Jordan's state grain buyer had issued an international tender for the purchase of up to 120,000 tons of animal feed barley. November 12 is the deadline for pricing offers. The traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan's previous tender of 120…

Jordan purchases about 60,000 tonnes of feed barley through a tender

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 5, 2025

European traders reported that Jordan's state grain buyer bought 60,000 metric tonnes of animal feed barley from optional origins during Wednesday's international auction, which sought up to 120,000 metric tons. The barley, which was to be shipped during the first half of 2026…

CEVA Logistics completes Borusan Tedarik purchase for $383 Million

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 5, 2025

The Turkish conglomerate Borusan Yatirim announced in a Wednesday stock exchange filing that France's CEVA Logistics had completed the acquisition of Turkish logistic provider Borusan Tedarik for $383m from Borusan Yatirim. CEVA of Marseille…

Jordanian traders report that the country has issued a tender for up to 120,000 tonnes of wheat.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 5, 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 a variety or origins. European traders confirmed this on Wednesday. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is 11 November.

Egypt's Suez Canal revenue rises 14% as Red Sea tensions lessen

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 4, 2025

The canal authority reported that Egypt's Suez Canal revenue increased 14.2% between July and Octember, citing a calmer Red Sea following a ceasefire with Gaza, and an increase in traffic along the waterway. In 2023 and 2024, Yemen's Iran-aligned…