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Norway recovers porcelain and chandeliers from shipwrecks dating back to the 18th century

Posted to Maritime Reporter on June 1, 2026

Archaeologists recovered a trove of Chinese ceramics and European goods from an 18th century shipwreck that was recently discovered off the coast of Norway. The Norwegian Maritime Museum reported that among the items found in the wreckage of…

Russia bans exports of aviation fuel until November 30

Posted to Maritime Reporter on June 1, 2026

As Ukrainian strikes on Russia's refineries, energy infrastructure and other facilities continue, the Russian government announced on Monday that it has banned exports of aviation fuel until November 30. Russia exports jet-fuel mainly via rail to Central Asia including Kazakhstan…

China patrols the waters east of Taiwan as a response to Japan and Philippine maritime border talks

Posted to Maritime Reporter on June 1, 2026

China's Coast Guard said Monday that it has conducted "law enforcement" in waters east from Taiwan to'respond to Japan's and the Philippines plans to start maritime border 'delimitation' talks which overlap with areas claimed by China. China's…

Australia wins third consecutive SailGP after tense New York final

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 31, 2026

BONDS FlyingRoos, an Australian sailing team, beat Emirates GBR to win the New York Sail Grand Prix and their third consecutive SailGP victory. SailGP cancelled Saturday's racing after strong winds prevented the majority of the fleet from launching onto the Hudson River.

Medical reports: Israeli strike kills two in cafe at Gaza seaport

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 31, 2026

Health officials reported that an Israeli airstrike on Sunday killed at least two Palestinians, and injured 12 others in a cafe in Gaza which was crowded with people celebrating public holidays. Israeli officials did not immediately comment. A ceasefire brokered by U.S.

Spain leads New York SailGP following a disrupted first day

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 30, 2026

Los Gallos, a Spanish sailing team, won two of the three races on the Hudson River under a modified format after strong winds disrupted Saturday's opening day. High winds prevented many F50 catamarans from being launched safely, so SailGP organizers…

Philippines receives rare Iranian crude after war disruption

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 29, 2026

Ship-tracking data indicates that the Philippines received a crude oil cargo from Iran 'this month. This is likely the first shipment since the Middle East was disrupted by the Iran War. Kpler data shows that on May 17 the?Suezmax?Ocean Start delivered Iranian oil to Petron's Bataan refining plant.

TotalEnergies' CEO said that the company made Middle East oil mega trades in February after it noticed the US Navy building up in Gulf.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 28, 2026

TotalEnergies, the French oil major, bought large quantities of Middle East crude in march after its traders saw the U.S. Navy assembling ships near the Gulf in early February. Our oil traders, who are doing their jobs, noticed the U.S. Navy massing ships in the Persian Gulf during February.

Interpipe CEO: EU import restrictions threaten Ukraine's battered metal sector

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 28, 2026

According to the CEO of 'Interpipe', one Ukraine's largest industrial companies, the 'European Union's' plan to cut steel imports would hit Ukraine's war-torn industry, and go against the 'exemption' granted by the bloc in the face of Russia's invasion.

Kpler reports that oil from US emergency reserves will be shipped to California for first time.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

Ship tracking service 'Kpler' reported that a cargo of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve was headed for?California in this month, the first ever. This unusual move 'highlights a redrawing in?trade flows and shipping routes due to the Iran War…

Kpler reports that oil from the US emergency reserve will be heading to California for first time.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

Ship tracking service Kpler reported that a cargo of oil from U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve 'headed for California this month, for the 'first time in history. This unusual'movement' highlights the redrawing of trade flows and shipping routes…

Italy investigates whether China-led Ferretti investors broke 'golden rule' laws

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

Three government officials said that Italy is investigating whether China's investors in Ferretti yacht manufacturer violated golden power rules designed to protect strategic?assets, by failing to reveal their full?"shareholding"?to Italian authorities.

The paper trail that links a US fuel dealer to a Mexican cartel

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

According to Mexican sources who have direct knowledge of this matter, and to four Mexican government documents, Ikon Midstream is being investigated in Mexico for fuel smuggling. Documents and sources indicate that the probe is part and parcel…

South Korea arrests a Chinese man after a report of escaping dissidents

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

The coast guard reported?on Wednesday that South Korean authorities are questioning the Chinese national who was found in a rubber boat near the west coast. A media report identified him as a possible dissident, having repeatedly fled China.

South Korea arrests a Chinese man after a report of escaping dissidents

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 27, 2026

The coast guard reported on Wednesday that South Korean authorities were questioning a Chinese citizen found in a rubber boat near the west coast. A media report claimed he was likely to be a Chinese dissident who had repeatedly attempted to leave China.

Swiss court drops action against former Credit Suisse compliance chief over Mozambique tuna fleet case

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 26, 2026

The Federal Criminal Court of Switzerland has dismissed proceedings against former Credit Suisse executive, Lara Warner. She was accused of failing to report suspected money-laundering related to the Mozambique Tuna Bond scandal. The court ruled on Tuesday that the case against Warner…

Israeli researchers claim that Iranian hackers are responsible for the Los Angeles Transit System breach.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 26, 2026

Israeli researchers claim that Iranian hackers are responsible for the March computer breach which forced Los Angeles's transit system to shut parts of its network down. According to Gambit Security of Tel Aviv, the saboteurs took at least 700 gigabytes worth of emails…

South Korea plans to launch its first nuclear-powered sub by the middle of 2030s

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 26, 2026

'South Korea will aim to launch its first nuclear submarine by the mid-2030s under a new programme that aims to counter North Korea’s missile and nuclear submarine threats,' Defence Minister Ahn Kyu-back announced on Tuesday. Ahn, South Korea's "basic plan" for nuclear-powered subs…

Blades Brown, a teenager who debates temporary PGA Tour membership

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 25, 2026

Blades Brown, a teenager, has to make a choice about his golf career. Brown?earned a temporary special membership to the PGA Tour with his 'T14 finish Sunday at the Byron Nelson?CJ Cup in?McKinney Texas. This includes the fall. Brown has the right to accept unlimited exemptions from sponsors.

Valkyries look to get defensive against sinking Sun

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 24, 2026

The Golden State Valkyries, who have held their own against two of the top teams in the league on the road, hope to take advantage of a four game homestand which begins Monday night at the Connecticut Sun stadium in San Francisco. The Valkyries…

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