Category Archives: Shipping updates

#DayOfTheSeafarers: Carrying World Trade. Carrying the Risks.

25 June, 2026 – Few developments could better reflect this year’s Day of the Seafarer...

Strait of Hormuz Update: Waterways reopens, navigation measures remain in place

24 June, 2026 – The Strait of Hormuz is open again. But normal operations have...

Panama Canal – Neopanamax draft restriction update

11 June, 2026 – The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced a new draft restriction...

Equatorial Guinea: Hydrocarbon Export Fee under Tax Law 10/2025 Impacting Vessel Operations

20 April, 2026 – A new export levy has been introduced by the Council of...

Panama Canal: pricing pressure and extended booking lead times

31 March, 2026 – The Panama Canal is operating under significant pressure. Auction levels have...

Middle East | Port Operations Update

2 March, 2026 – Jebel Ali has officially resumed operations and major terminals in Oman...

Rabigh Port Tariff Update: Planning Ahead for Upcoming Port Calls

30 December, 2025 – Tariff Rates Effective 1 January 2026.  The port authority at Petro Rabigh...

Typhoon Fung-Wung Update & Port Status (Nov 10-13)

10 November, 2025 – Weather systems may shift, but operational readiness remains constant. Typhoon Fung-Wung...

China🇨🇳 & Singapore🇸🇬: Navigating the new Special Port Due for U.S.-linked vessels

16 October, 2025 – China introduces a phased “Special Port Due.” Here’s what vessel operators...

🌨️ Winter Weather Alerts: Keeping Shipping on Track in China 🇨🇳

As we navigate through the winter season, it’s essential to stay aware of how changing...