Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi says Strait of Hormuz open but bars US, Israel-linked vessels
TEHRAN: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz remains operational for international shipping, but vessels linked to the United States and Israel are not permitted to pass
Reports of Iran allowing Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz ‘premature’
NEW DELHI : The External Affairs Ministry on Thursday (March 12, 2026) said it is rather “premature” to discuss reports about India receiving permission for ships to cross the Strait of Hormuz.“External Affairs Minister
Al-Jasser launches Logistics Corridors Initiative from Western Coast Ports in Integration with ZATCA
H.E. the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and Chairman of the Board of the Saudi Ports Authority “Mawani”, Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al‑Jasser, launched the Logistics Corridors Initiative in the presence of H.E.
Qatari LNG resumption requires strait free of mines
OSLO: The resumption of Qatari LNG exports through the Strait of Hormuz could take “significantly longer than expected” if naval mines are deployed in the waterway, with ships likely requiring minesweeper escorts before normal
Gulf states activate emergency plan to ensure flow of goods amid geopolitical tensions
RIYADH: The Gulf States, through the Federation of GCC Chambers, have activated an emergency plan in coordination with the Chambers of Commerce in the GCC countries to monitor the flow of trade and goods
DP World launches Carbon Inset Trial in Belgium Portugal and Sweden
LONDON: DP World is launching Insetify, a dedicated carbon inset trial for ocean freight forwarding customers in Belgium, Portugal and Sweden, to deliver immediate, measurable reductions in customers’ Scope 3 emissions across key European trade
PSA International Reports Record 105 Million TEU Throughput in 2025; Revenue Rises 7%
SINGAPORE: PSA International has reported a strong operational performance for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, achieving record container throughput and solid revenue growth despite a challenging global trade environment. According to the
Why have 1,000 ships at times lost their GPS in the Mideast?
PARIS: The global positioning system (GPS) capabilities of cargo ships, oil tankers and other vessels stuck in the Middle East because of the widening war are likely worse than those in your cell phone.