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Red Crescent: Eighteen bodies of migrants recovered and over 90 rescued from Libya

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 28, 2025

A local branch of the Red Crescent said that on Tuesday, bodies of 18 migrants who drowned when their boat capsized southwest of Tripoli in Libya were recovered, while more than 90 survivors were saved. The Red Crescent in Sabratha (a coastal…

What is on the agenda of US-Japan discussions?

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 28, 2025

In talks between Prime Minister Sanae Takayi and President Donald Trump, the U.S. revealed that 20 companies were interested in key projects such as critical minerals and AI. Tokyo may have agreed to invest $550 billion in the U.S. as part of an agreement on tariffs.

South Korea's NOFI buys estimated 204,000 tons corn, traders say

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 28, 2025

European traders reported that the leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), bought approximately 204,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn on Tuesday in a global tender that sought up to 207,000 tonnes. The corn was bought in three consignments of 68…

South Korea's NOFI buys estimated 204,000 tons corn, traders say

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 28, 2025

European traders reported that the leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), bought approximately 204,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn on Tuesday in a global tender that sought up to 207,000 tonnes. The corn…

South Korea's NOFI offers to purchase up to 207,000 tonnes of corn

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 28, 2025

European traders reported on Tuesday that the leading South Korean feedmaker Nonghyup Feed Inc. has announced an international tender for up to 207,000 tons of animal feed grain. The deadline to submit price offers for the tender is also Tuesday 28th October.

What is on the agenda of US-Japan discussions?

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 27, 2025

On Tuesday, U.S. president Donald Trump will be in Tokyo for his first trip to Japan since 2019. They are discussing security and trade. On Tuesday, Trump and Takaichi agreed to a framework that would secure the supply of critical minerals and rare earths.

What is on the agenda of US-Japan discussions?

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 27, 2025

On Tuesday, U.S. president Donald Trump will be in Tokyo for his first trip to Japan since 2019. They are discussing security and trade. A source familiar with this plan has confirmed that Japan and the U.S. are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for Tokyo to expand U.S.

Separate incidents of US Navy helicopter and fighter jet crashes in South China Sea

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 27, 2025

The U.S. Navy reported that a U.S. Navy fighter jet and helicopter both crashed into the South China Sea in the same hour, during routine operations from the same aircraft carriers on Sunday. All personnel were unharmed. The incidents occurred while President Donald Trump visited Asia.

HD Hyundai Heavy and Huntington Ingalls will jointly build U.S. Navy auxiliary ships

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 26, 2025

The South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries announced on Sunday that it had reached an agreement with Huntington Ingalls, a U.S. military vessel builder, to jointly construct auxiliary ships for the U.S. Navy. In order to further…

State-run television reports that Syria has signed a landing agreement with Medusa for the first international submarine cable.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 25, 2025

State-run Ikhbariya reported that Syria's Ministry of Telecommunications has signed an accord with Medusa Submarine Cable System in Barcelona for the landing the first international cable into the country. According to the website of Medusa…

Blanchard, the first ultra-runner to compete in an offshore race, will take on Transat Cafe L'Or

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 24, 2025

Mathieu Blahard, one the world's best ultra-runners is about to embark on an exciting new adventure by taking part in his first offshore sailing race – the Transat Cafe L'Or – alongside New Zealand's Conrad Colman. Blanchard said that the idea…

The boat that sank off the west coast of Turkey has killed at least 14.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 24, 2025

The local governor's offices said that at least 14 people died when a rubber-hulled boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Turkey's western Mugla province on Friday. They added that a search for survivors was under way. The Mugla Governor's…

Media report that a bus collision in southern India has killed 20 people.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 24, 2025

At least 20 people were killed in a fire caused by a fuel spill following a collision between a motorcycle and a bus on a route connecting the southern Indian tech cities of Bengaluru to Hyderabad, according to reports from the domestic media.

Turkey to purchase 250,000 tons of feed barley, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that the Turkish state grain board TMO had issued an international tender for the purchase and import of about 250,000 metric tonnes of animal feed barley. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is 30 October.

Fincantieri, Italy, launches underwater drone to defend submarine infrastructure

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

Fincantieri, an Italian shipbuilder, unveiled on Thursday its first underwater drone systems as it changes its product mix in order to give more space for the lucrative submarine business. Underwater drones are designed to protect and maintain critical underwater infrastructure…

The UK surfer who was trying to save his friend drowned in a storm in Australia

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

Authorities said that a British man drowned at a Melbourne Beach after his surfboard was broken by strong winds in stormy weather. His friend, who attempted to save him, also drowned. Police said that emergency services were dispatched to Frankston Beach…

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

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Jordan's state grain buyer has issued a tender for the purchase of up to 120,00 metric tons animal feed barley. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is 29 October. Traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan failed to purchase 120…

Algerian wheat buyers say that the auction on Wednesday will be around 600,000 tonnes.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Algeria's state grain agency OAIC purchased approximately 600,000 metric tonnes of milling wheat at an international auction which ended on Wednesday. The trader estimates for the purchase of Wednesday evening ranged between 500,000 and 600,000 tonnes.

Algerian wheat buyers say that the auction on Wednesday will be around 600,000 tonnes.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Algeria's state grain agency OAIC purchased approximately 600,000 metric tonnes of milling wheat at an international auction which ended on Wednesday. The trader estimates for the purchase of Wednesday evening ranged from 500,000 tons to 600,000.

Sources: Sellers cancel Yulong oil refinery deals after UK sanctions

Posted to Maritime Reporter on October 23, 2025

Multiple sources said that several suppliers had cancelled sales to Yulong Petrochemical of Middle Eastern oil and Canadian crude after the UK imposed its sanctions. This is likely to force the refiner to purchase more Russian crude. The refiner is China's latest with a daily capacity of 400…

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