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Most Middle East Ports Operating Normally Despite Isolated Incidents

Escalating regional tensions and vessels steering clear of Gulf waters could begin to weigh on bunker demand.

2 Mar 2026

IMO Agrees Interim Seafarers Training Guidelines for Methanol and Ammonia

The interim training guidelines draft will be submitted for MSC approval in May 2026.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

2 Mar 2026

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.

1 Mar 2026

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.

1 Mar 2026

Oil Skyrockets By 9% After U.S. Bombs Iran, Top Islamist Leaders Killed

Next stop is $120 per barrel, analysts fear.

1 Mar 2026

Two More Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz: UKMTO

Two ships have been hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, following the attack on the tanker Skylight earlier in the day.

1 Mar 2026

Maersk Halts All Strait of Hormuz and Suez Transits

The company is rerouting its ME11 and MECL services around Africa and suspending all vessel crossings in the Strait of Hormuz until further notice.

1 Mar 2026

Strait of Hormuz Closure 'Not Formally Communicated': UKMTO

Ships operating in the region are receiving communications claiming the strait has been closed, but no formal notification has been made.

1 Mar 2026

US-Sanctioned Tanker Attacked Off Oman

The tanker's crew, consisting of 15 Indians and five Iranians, have all been evacuated.

1 Mar 2026

Bunkering Suspended at Port of Duqm After Drone Attack

Bunker operations at Duqm were suspended following the attack but are expected to resume soon, a local source tells Ship & Bunker.

1 Mar 2026

CMA CGM Instructs Ships to 'Take Shelter' Following Iran Strikes

The firm has also suspended all transits through the Suez Canal and rerouted ships around Africa.

1 Mar 2026

Hapag-Lloyd Halts Transits Through Strait of Hormuz After Iran Strikes

The firm cited 'the official closure of the Strait of Hormuz by relevant authorities amid the evolving security situation in the region'.

28 Feb 2026

Insurers Cancel Policies for Ships in Middle East After Iran Strikes: Report

War risk insurers have reportedly submitted some cancellation notices already for policies covering ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz.

28 Feb 2026