UK to host talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz as energy prices soar
Britain will host talks on Thursday aimed at forming a coalition of countries to explore ways to reopen the Strait…
Global fishmeal and fish oil production declines in the first month of 2026 as Chinese demand rises
Combined production of fishmeal and fish oil dropped during January 2026 across most monitored regions, according to data from marine…
Trump’s pledge to continue Iran attacks drives up oil prices
Oil prices climbed nearly seven per cent on Thursday after President Donald Trump said the US would continue attacks on…
European gas prices edge up as Iran war ceasefire hopes slip away
Benchmark Dutch and British wholesale gas prices rose on Thursday morning, as US President Donald Trump vowed more aggressive strikes…
Taiwan to boost Pratas islands defences as Chinese presence looms
Taiwan will strengthen its defences of the Pratas as China steps up its activities around the islands which lie at…
Baltic Dry Index climbs to 2066 up 36 points
Today, Thursday, April 2 2026, the Baltic Dry Index climbed 36 points, reaching 2066 points. Baltic Dry Index is compiled…
Shell seeks up to 20 slots as it sizes up new tanker haul
Major following a tested path on securing tonnage as company moves to renew its fleet
Libya pleads for international help in handling damaged Russian LNG carrier
Country has no facilities or ports large enough to accept a vessel of this size, port authority says
Car carrier comes to the rescue of distressed yacht crew
Bay of Biscay operation saw car carrier cooperate with French and Spanish authorities
Stefanou Bros bulker fleet breaks 30-ship mark with new kamsarmax buy
Deal for 2012-built vessel points to rising values amid improving prospects for coal trade