The U.S. is using an Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of the GulfAmerica's military is secretly guiding oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. This operation uses drones and helicopters to help ships transfer o...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
The Iran war is pushing the global gas trade into the shadowsAs the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian control amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Qatar has quietly resumed some LNG exports by ad...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
What is really driving copper futures to record highs? Copper prices just broke every record as AI data center boom fuels global supply crunchCopper prices are soaring aggressively in 2026 as copper futures smash record highs above $14,000 per ton and COMEX copper crosses $6.50 pe...
13 May, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Shadow of Hormuz: Why is the Gulf crisis turning all eyes to Malacca StraitThe Strait of Malacca, a vital global trade artery, faces increased scrutiny following disruptions elsewhere. This busy waterway connects E...
23 Apr, 2026, 02.08 PM IST
Cabinet approves ₹12,980 crore sovereign-backed maritime insurance poolThe Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, on Saturday approved a Sovereign Maritime Fund to provide insurance cover for Indian-flagged, ...
18 Apr, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Iran announces alternative routes in Hormuz straitIran said ships should use alternative routes through the Strait of Hormuz due to the risk of sea mines, even as it agreed to temporarily r...
09 Apr, 2026, 06.13 AM IST
Hormuz on edge: GPS blackouts, mine warnings rattle Indian seafarersIndian sailors face grave dangers in the Strait of Hormuz. GPS systems are failing, and warnings of underwater mines are frequent. The Isla...
28 Mar, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla gears up to handle 22 vessels in 72 hoursDeendayal Port Authority in Kandla is preparing to welcome 22 ships in the coming three days. This surge in maritime traffic includes vesse...
13 Mar, 2026, 09.45 AM IST
China gets recklessly violent in the South China SeaTwo Chinese warships collided in the South China Sea near Scarborough Shoal. The incident occurred within the Philippine exclusive economic...
19 Aug, 2025, 09.21 AM IST
Global shipping insurance may shift if sanctions end, Bimco saysNikolaus Schues, president of Bimco, suggests that new insurers supporting Russia's shadow fleet could be integrated into the global shippi...
26 Mar, 2025, 08.52 AM IST
US tanker and cargo ship collide off UK coast, sparking fires and environmental disaster fearsA US-linked tanker, Stena Immaculate, collided with the Solong container ship in the North Sea, causing fires and leaving one crew member m...
11 Mar, 2025, 07.46 PM IST
Mumbai Boat Accident: What led to Neel Kamal’s fatal ferry crash?Elephanta Ferry Boat Accident: A deadly ferry crash near Mumbai's Gateway of India on Wednesday evening resulted in the loss of 13 lives, w...
19 Dec, 2024, 06.10 PM IST
Baltimore bridge collapse puts highly specialised role of ship's pilot under spotlightTwo pilots were at the helm of the cargo ship Dali about 1.25 am Tuesday when it lost power and, minutes later, crashed into a pillar of th...
29 Mar, 2024, 07.12 AM IST
Philippines denounces China for 'unprovoked acts of coercion' to block resupply missionThe Philippines on Friday condemned China's coast guard for "unprovoked acts of coercion and dangerous manoeuvres," including its use of a ...
10 Nov, 2023, 11.01 AM IST
Endangered North Atlantic Right whales at risk as vessels speed through protection zonesA report by nonprofit organization Oceana reveals that a significant number of large vessels along the US East Coast are ignoring designate...
19 Oct, 2023, 08.58 PM IST
- 'India needs to have its own anti-piracy law'
Indian response to increasing piracy attacks in Indian Ocean region will have to move ahead of routine talks of increasing surveillance and...
14 Feb, 2011, 12.51 AM IST
- High claims may push up marine insurance rates
Steep rise in claims and turmoil in financial markets are expected to push up marine insurance rates by 20% by the year-end, thus hitting s...
08 Nov, 2008, 12.51 AM IST