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April 17, 2026
Russian metals manufacturer Nornickel said the Iran war had extended delivery times by three weeks for its base metals exports and increased freight costs, but that higher metal prices offset the additional expenses. U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have paralyzed shipments through Strait of Hormuz…
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April 17, 2026
European traders said that a Tunisian state buyer has launched an international tender for the purchase of 25,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn. Grain?can also be sourced for shipment in May from?optional?origins. Price negotiations are…
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April 17, 2026
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated 'on Friday' that his country was "prepared" to contribute a mission that would ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Merz, along with his counterparts in France, Britain, and Italy…
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April 16, 2026
France and Britain are hosting a meeting of 40 countries on Friday. The purpose is to signal the United States that some of its closest allies will be'ready' to play a part in restoring the freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, once the conditions permit. Since the beginning of U.S.
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April 16, 2026
The United States could use drones, robots with explosives and helicopters in order to reduce the risks. However, de-mining teams could still be at risk from Iranian attacks. As part of its efforts to stop Iran's shipping disruption, the U.S. wants to clear the Strait of Mines.
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April 16, 2026
After years of warnings by military chiefs that the UK's capabilities were shrinking, the Iran war left Britain's armed services exposed. This put pressure on Keir starmer, Prime Minister, to make good on his promise to invest in defence. After…
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April 16, 2026
In August of last year, U.S. Navy officials conducting a test on unmanned vessels discovered that they had failed at a single point: Starlink. Two dozen unmanned surface ships were left bobbing in the ocean off 'the California coast after a…
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April 16, 2026
The hydrological agency warned on Thursday that Nigeria faces a "high risk" of widespread flooding in 2026. More than 14,000 communities are at risk across 33 of the 36 states of the country, as well as Abuja's Federal Capital Territory. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency…
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April 16, 2026
European traders reported on Thursday that the Taiwan Flour 'Millers Association' has issued a?international?tender for an estimated 105,950 metric tons of grade one milling wheat from the United States. The deadline to submit price offers for the tender is April 23.
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April 16, 2026
The economic newspaper Donya-e-Eqtesad published a report on Thursday that Iran had halted all exports of petrochemicals in order to 'prioritise the domestic supply' and prevent shortages. This was due to the?disrupted production? after Israel attacked several petrochemical centers.
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April 16, 2026
The state grain agency of Algeria, OAIC, is believed to have bought?about 400,000 metric tonnes of durum wheat?in a tender that closed on Wednesday. The traders had reported the purchases on Wednesday night but were unable to estimate the amount purchased.
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April 16, 2026
Brisbane 2032 organizers have not considered alternatives to the Fitzroy River in central Queensland as a venue for the rowing events. This is despite concerns over a venue that's known for its strong tides and crocodiles. When the Rockhampton Waterway was first proposed as an Olympic venue…
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April 16, 2026
Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukraine's state-owned railway company) announced?on?Thursday that its grain shipments to Black Sea ports for export had decreased by 0.5% in April as compared to March, to a total of 1.2 metric tons. Ukrzaliznytsia is the largest?share in freight traffic.
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April 16, 2026
The second energy crisis in four years has roiled global markets. Pakistan's and Bangladesh's experiences highlight the costs to emerging market nations of relying on imported fuels, and the need for cleaner power sources. In 2022, after the…
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April 15, 2026
European traders reported that Algeria's state grain agency, OAIC, is believed to have purchased durum wheat at an international auction on Wednesday. Uncertainty surrounded the?tonnage purchased, but some traders estimated that several hundred thousand tonnes were bought.
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April 15, 2026
Analysts said that Iran could withstand a total halt of oil exports for up to two months before it is forced to cut?production. This comes after the U.S. began blocking shipments into and out of its ports on April 13th. The blockade may prevent…
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April 15, 2026
Two company sources reported that Indian Potash 'Ltd received offers for urea of around $1,000 per metric tonne in its 'latest tender. This is nearly twice the price it achieved two months earlier, when supplies had been disrupted due to the U.S./Israeli conflict against Iran.
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April 15, 2026
Two company sources said that Indian Potash 'Ltd. received offers to supply 5.6 million metric -tons of urea in its latest tender, at prices significantly higher than the previous one. This is after supplies had been disrupted due to 'the U.S. - Israeli war against Iran.
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April 15, 2026
Satellite imagery obtained by "shows" that China has deployed ships and a barricade to tighten the control at the entrance of the Scarborough Shoal, a disputed feature in the South China Sea. This is despite the rising tensions with the Philippines.
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April 15, 2026
On 'Wednesday, the United States announced that its military had stopped all trade in and out Iran by sea. President Donald Trump also said that talks with Tehran to end the war could resume this week. This sent oil prices lower for a second day. Trump said that negotiations between U.S.
