March, 2026
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Mon02Mar
IMO Agrees Interim Seafarers Training Guidelines for Methanol and Ammonia
The interim training guidelines draft will be submitted for MSC approval in May 2026.
 IMO Agrees Interim Seafarers Training Guidelines for Methanol and Ammonia
Mon02Mar
World Shipping Council Warns of Wider Trade Impact from Middle East Crisis
MSC says diverting vessels from the region would extend transit times and disrupt established liner schedules.
 World Shipping Council Warns of Wider Trade Impact from Middle East Crisis
Mon02Mar
Maritime Insurer Gard Cancels War Risk Cover for Iran and Gulf Waters
The cancellation takes effect from 00:00 GMT on March 5, following the required 72 hours' notice.
 Maritime Insurer Gard Cancels War Risk Cover for Iran and Gulf Waters
Mon02Mar
UAE's Jebel Ali Port Operations Resume After Temporary Halt: Report
Jebel Ali has resumed terminal activity after a precautionary suspension linked to a fire caused by debris from an aerial interception.
 UAE's Jebel Ali Port Operations Resume After Temporary Halt: Report
Mon02Mar
Shipping Firm MSC Cancels All Middle East Cargo Bookings
The container line has directed ships in and heading towards the Gulf to move to designated safe shelter areas.
 Shipping Firm MSC Cancels All Middle East Cargo Bookings
Mon02Mar
Hapag-Lloyd Adds War Risk Surcharge for Middle East Shipments
The charge has been set at $1,500/TEU for standard containers and $3,500/TEU for reefer containers and special equipment.
 Hapag-Lloyd Adds War Risk Surcharge for Middle East Shipments
Mon02Mar
Bunker Buyers Brace for Highest Prices in Years as Analysts Expect Oil to Hit $100/bbl Following Iran Strikes
Should such a jump occur, bunker buyers can expect to be paying around $750/mt for VLSFO in the primary ports.
 Bunker Buyers Brace for Highest Prices in Years as Analysts Expect Oil to Hit $100/bbl Following Iran Strikes
Mon02Mar
From Engine Room to Living Room: LEGO Maersk Dual-Fuel Methanol Boxship Highlights Growing Public Awareness of Shipping's Energy Transition
Greater public awareness has several implications for Shipping's energy transition.
 From Engine Room to Living Room: LEGO Maersk Dual-Fuel Methanol Boxship Highlights Growing Public Awareness of Shipping's Energy Transition
Sun01Mar
UKMTO Reports New Ship Attack Near Sharjah
The ship came under attack about 35 nautical miles west of Sharjah at 4:45 PM UTC on Sunday.
 UKMTO Reports New Ship Attack Near Sharjah
Sun01Mar
IMO Secretary-General: Vessels Should Avoid Transiting Strait of Hormuz
The IMO's Arsenio Dominguez recommends shipping firms 'exercise maximum caution' when deciding whether to continue operating in the region.
 IMO Secretary-General: Vessels Should Avoid Transiting Strait of Hormuz