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Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Trump Hits Indian Imports With 25% Tariff Starting Aug. 1
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Trump Hits Indian Imports With 25% Tariff Starting Aug. 1

President Donald Trump said he would impose a tariff rate of 25% on India starting on Aug. 1 and suggested he would add an additional penalty over the

July 30, 2025
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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
he R/V Nathaniel B. Palmer
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NSF Plans to Retire Research Icebreaker Nathaniel B. Palmer

The National Science Foundation (NSF) intends to terminate the lease of the research icebreaker Nathaniel B. Palmer in fiscal year 2026, according to the

July 29, 2025
Total Views: 3027

Ukrainian coast guard patrols the "grain corridor" in the Black Sea. REUTERS/Thomas Peter
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Ukraine Rolls Out Remote IDs for Seafarers Stranded by War

Ukraine is set to implement a pioneering pilot scheme allowing remote processing of Seafarers’ Identity Documents (SIDs), providing critical relief to

July 29, 2025
Total Views: 884

Monday, July 28, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks, as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington
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Here’s What’s in Trump’s Trade Deal with Europe

The United States and the European Union agreed on a framework trade deal, which leaders on both sides of the Atlantic said would end months

July 28, 2025
Total Views: 1646

Friday, July 25, 2025
The Panama Canal as U.S. President Donald Trump plans to regain control of the Canal.
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CK Hutchison Ports Deal Deadline Likely to be Extended as US-China Tensions Weigh

CK Hutchison's plan to sell most of its $22.8 billion ports business is unlikely to be finalized anytime soon, with political brinkmanship set to continue,

July 25, 2025
Total Views: 611

Thursday, July 24, 2025
Indian Firm Shipped Explosives to Russia Despite US Warnings
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Indian Firm Shipped Explosives to Russia Despite US Warnings

An Indian company shipped $1.4 million worth of an explosive compound with military uses to Russia in December, according to Indian customs data seen by

July 24, 2025
Total Views: 1749

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
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TotalEnergies and CMA CGM Form Landmark Joint Venture for LNG Bunkering in Rotterdam

TotalEnergies and CMA CGM Group announced today the formation of a 50/50 joint venture to develop and operate an LNG bunkering solution in the Port of

July 23, 2025
Total Views: 475

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Indonesia to Cut Tariffs, on-tariff barriers in US trade deal, Trump official says
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Indonesia to Cut Tariffs, on-tariff barriers in US trade deal, Trump official says

Indonesia will drop tariffs to zero on more than 99% of its trade with the United States and will also eliminate all non-tariff barriers for American goods in

July 22, 2025
Total Views: 930

A Russian state flag flies on the top of a diesel plant in the Irkutsk Oil Company-owned Yarakta Oil Field in Irkutsk Region. Picture REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko
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Holes in EU Russia Sanctions Put Attention Back on Trump Oil Threat

The European Union's latest effort to restrict Russia's oil revenue is unlikely to hurt Moscow's war effort severely, leaving U.S. President Donald Trump's

July 22, 2025
Total Views: 660

FILE PHOTO: Norwegian-born shipping tycoon John Fredriksen speaks in Oslo, Norway, June 1, 2017. REUTERS/Ints Kalnins/File Photo
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Shipping Magnate John Fredriksen Selling $337 Million London Mega-Mansion

Shipping billionaire John Fredriksen is leaving the UK after listing his historic London mansion for a eye-popping $337 million, according to reports. The

July 22, 2025
Total Views: 8060

Monday, July 21, 2025
Smoke rises at an impacted facility site following missile attack from Iran on Israel, at Haifa
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Israeli Military Strike’s Houthi Targets in Yemen’s Hodeidah Port

The Israeli military attacked Houthi targets in Yemen's Hodeidah port on Monday in its latest assault on the Iran-backed militants, who have been striking

July 21, 2025
Total Views: 1158

A Russian state flag flies on the top of a diesel plant in the Irkutsk Oil Company-owned Yarakta Oil Field in Irkutsk Region. Picture REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko
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Europe’s Sanctions on Russian Diesel Won’t Hit Until January

The European Union said a new set of measures aimed at restricting the flow of fuel made from Russian crude won’t take effect until January, easing some

July 21, 2025
Total Views: 412

Front view of Seiun-maru, a training ship of Japan agency of Maritime Education and Training for Seafarers(JMETS) ,at the Osanbashi Pier of Yokohama Port
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Japanese Shipping Giants to Donate Large Training Ship to Japan’s Maritime Education Agency

Major Japanese shipping companies have initiated discussions to donate a large-sized training vessel to the Japan Agency of Maritime Education and Training for

July 21, 2025
Total Views: 1107

Friday, July 18, 2025
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Greek Owner of Cocaine-Loaded Vessel Seized in 2023 Denies Charges

ATHENS, July 18 (Reuters) – The Greek former owner of a cargo ship, seized by Spain in 2023 for carrying more than four tons of

July 18, 2025
Total Views: 4224

Thursday, July 17, 2025
FILE PHOTO: A ship sails near the Balboa Port after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd 0001.HK agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, amid pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to curb China's influence in the region, Panama City
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Report: China Threatens to Block Panama Ports Deal Unless COSCO Gets a Stake

China is threatening to block the sale of more than 40 ports, owned by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison, to BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) if

July 17, 2025
Total Views: 1377

General cargo ship on the horizon at sunset
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Whistleblower Tip Leads to $1.75 Million Fine for Ship Manager Over Oil Dumping Off New Orleans

Eagle Ship Management LLC (ESM) has pleaded guilty to deliberately discharging more than 10,000 gallons of oil-contaminated waste into U.S. waters near New

July 17, 2025
Total Views: 1754

First cargo departs LNG Canada in Kitimat, June 30, 2025
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LNG Canada Ramps Up Exports as PetroChina Takes First Cargo

LNG Canada has loaded its fifth cargo, marking an accelerated ramp-up in exports, according to data from Kpler. The milestone shipment was lifted by

July 17, 2025
Total Views: 790

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Canada to Curb Steel Imports to Soften Blow From US Tariffs
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Canada to Curb Steel Imports to Soften Blow From US Tariffs

Canada will reduce the amount of foreign steel importers can bring into the country tariff-free, a move to help domestic producers suffering from US President

July 16, 2025
Total Views: 1053

An inland tug and barges moves along a river under a bridge
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DOT Announces $35 Million for Maritime Infrastructure Through BUILD Program

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced $488 million in awards from the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant

July 16, 2025
Total Views: 848

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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European Ports Slow to Install Shore Power Ahead of 2030 Deadline, Study Shows

Most European ports are lagging in installing the shore-side electrical infrastructure needed for ships to switch from highly polluting marine fuel to

July 15, 2025
Total Views: 589