Shipping
Shippers Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM suspend Cuba bookings after US executive order
Shipping giants CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd have suspended all bookings to and from Cuba until further notice, they said separately on Sunday, with both citing a US executive order issued on May 1.
CS Anthem chemical tanker was second US-flagged vessel to exit Strait of Hormuz
European freight firms benefit from war-driven supply chain disruption
Iran-linked ships drive traffic through Strait of Hormuz, ship tracking data shows
Shipping firms to avoid Suez Canal as Red Sea attacks increase
Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi movement has been attacking vessels in response to the Gaza war on a route that allows East-West trade, and especially oil.
Egypt, US shoot down Houthi drones aimed at Israel
US destroyer downed 14 drones launched by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea on Saturday.
Iran-backed Houthis increase their shipping threats
Although the Houthis have been open about their attempt to blockade Israel, their threats have increased, and they are now on a daily basis.
Iran continues to use drones in its shadow war against Israel - opinion
By using drones, which fly low and slow, Tehran is engaging in graduated escalation, in the hopes of forcing Israel to absorb the threat, rather than feel compelled to respond.
Record mobilization: Haifa Port Company leads in cargo handling amidst wartime challenges
Haifa Port's October figures paint a picture of maritime sector leadership.
Netanyahu: With attack on ship, Iran has ratcheted up its aggression
Some 25 crew members of different nationalities, including Ukrainians, Bulgarians, Filipinos, and Mexicans were onboard the ship – but no Israelis.
Shipping giant MSC Cargo persists, delivering to Israel amidst war
Company announces It will not impose war surcharges or demurrage fees.
Backlog at Israeli ports grows as country steps up shipping supplies
Ashdod port has imposed restrictions on the transport of hazardous materials which has meant slower transits.
Ships backed up in Black Sea lanes as Russia warning shots raise tensions
A traffic jam is building up in Black Sea ports as the Russia-Ukraine war begins to affect nearby trade routes.
