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The price of EU wheat increases with Algerian tender and Black Sea tensions are in focus

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

Euronext wheat recovered from its contract lows on Tuesday as an Algerian auction raised the prospect of new demand. Meanwhile, renewed threats against Black Sea shipping due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict also unnerved traders. The most active contract…

After attacks on oil tankers, Putin threatens to "cut Ukraine off from sea"

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

In response to drone strikes on Russian "shadow fleets" of tankers in the Black Sea, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday threatened to cut off Ukraine's sea access. In a televised statement, Putin stated that the most radical solution would be to cut Ukraine from the sea.

Jordan does not purchase 120,000 metric tonnes of wheat in the tender, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

European traders reported that Jordan's state grain purchaser did not make any purchases in the international tender for 120,000 metric tonnes of milling wheat which ended on Tuesday. It is believed that only one trading firm, CHS participated in the Tuesday tender.

South Korea's NOFI purchases about 65,000 tonnes of feed wheat through a tender, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

European traders reported that the leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), purchased approximately 65,000 metric tonnes of animal feed wheat at an international auction on Tuesday. The wheat of optional origin was purchased at an estimated price per ton of $261.65…

Ukraine's main farm exports jumped 12% from October to November, according to a lobby.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

The UCAB farm lobby said that Ukraine's agricultural exports increased by 12% in November compared to October, mainly due to higher grain shipments. Ukraine is one of the world's largest grain and oilseed exporters and producers. Agriculture exports make up more than half all Ukrainian exports.

South Korea's NOFI has bid for up to 65,000 tonnes of feed wheat.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

European traders reported on Tuesday that the leading South Korean feedmaker Nonghyup Feed Inc. (NOFI) had issued an international bid to purchase up 65,000 metric tonnes of animal feed wheat. The deadline to submit price offers for the tender is also on Tuesday, December 2.

Algeria announces tender for 50,000 tonnes of soft milling wheat

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 2, 2025

Traders in Europe said that the state grain agency of Algeria, OAIC, has launched an international tender for soft milling wheat. The wheat must be sourced from origins other than Algeria. Algeria usually buys more than the nominal amount sought in its tenders.

China and Japan contradict each other on the incident around Senkaku Islands

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 1, 2025

China and Japan have given conflicting accounts of the maritime incident involving their coastguards and a Japanese fisherman around the disputed Senkaku Islands. China's Coast Guard claimed that the Japanese fishing boat had illegally entered…

Top contenders for RORC Transatlantic Race

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 1, 2025

In less than 50 day, four of the world's most advanced offshore racers will compete across the 3,000-mile Atlantic Ocean. This promises to be the most diverse Royal Ocean Racing Club Transatlantic field in recent years. Nineteen boats are taking part in the race…

Abu Dhabi wins the first SailGP Championship for Britain

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 30, 2025

The SailGP 2025 Championship was won by Britain on Sunday. They beat New Zealand and Australia to win the championship and $2 million. Dylan Fletcher of Emirates GBR said that the victory was "unbelievable" and that he felt "overjoyed right now"…

SailGP final to be contested by Britain, NZ, and Australia

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 30, 2025

On Sunday, Britain, New Zealand, and Australia made it to the $2 million SailGP championship grand final, while Spain, a defensive team, narrowly missed out. After racing in the final event of SailGP 2025's season, the trio secured their place in the winner-takes all final.

In Congo boat crash, at least 19 people have died

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 29, 2025

The governor of Mai-Ndombe Province said that at least 19 people were killed when a boat capsized on the lake Mai-Ndombe in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to heavy winds. Local government and civil society said that the boat capsized Thursday night after it had left Kiri village for Kinshasa.

Unmanned vessel attacked Russian Shadow-Fleet Tanker in Black Sea by Turkey, says

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 29, 2025

Turkey reported on Saturday that a Russian shadow fleet tanker was reportedly attacked by an unmanned vessel off the Black Sea coast of Turkey after it had been struck on Friday. In a press release, the Turkish Transport Ministry said that Virat sustained minor damage but was in stable condition.

State media report that the Sahand destroyer and floating base have been repaired and will join the Iranian Navy.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 29, 2025

Iran's official media reported that the Sahand destroyer which capsized last year during repairs has been recommissioned in the Iranian Navy, along with the Kurdistan float base. Press TV in English said that the move was aimed at "strengthening Naval Combat Capability…

France's Barrier is the only all-female team to win the Jules Verne Trophy

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 28, 2025

Alexia Barrier, the French skipper and seven female teammates will begin their Jules Verne Trophy quest on Saturday off the coasts of Brest. They aim to set the world's first non-stop circumnavigation time with an all-female team without any outside help.

Traders say that Pakistan has received offers to purchase 100,000 tons of rice to supply to Bangladesh.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 28, 2025

European traders reported on Friday that the lowest price offered by Pakistan's state agency Trading Corporation of Pakistan, for the purchase of 100,000 metric tons of risotto to be supplied to Bangladesh, was estimated to be $394.95 CIF. CIF terms cover the cost of shipping…

SailGP Abu Dhabi Final: Sailing crews aim for $2 million SailGP prize

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 28, 2025

Abu Dhabi will offer tricky light winds, a compact course and a $2 million prize for teams competing for a spot in the SailGP Grand Final this weekend. SailGP’s fifth season culminates in a race where the crew with the highest score wins it all. This is called Formula One on the water.

Hegseth visits USS Gerald R. Ford in Latin America

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 27, 2025

On Thursday, U.S. Secretary Pete Hegseth met with sailors aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford air carrier in Latin America. This visit came as the Trump administration intensifies its military buildup which has heightened tensions between Venezuela and the United States.

SailGP Abu Dhabi Final: Crews eye $2 Million Prize

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 27, 2025

Abu Dhabi will offer tricky light winds, a compact course and a $2 million prize for teams competing for a spot in the SailGP Grand Final this weekend. SailGP’s fifth season culminates in a race where the crew with the highest score wins it all. This is called Formula One on the water.

Tunisia purchases up to 125,000 metric tonness of barley, according to traders

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 27, 2025

European traders reported that Tunisia's state grain agency purchased approximately 75,000 metric tonnes of animal feed barley during an international auction on Thursday, which sought up to 125,000 tonnes. Barley was bought in three consignments of 25…