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3 hours ago

US Coast Guard spots overturned vessel near Saipan during search for missing ship

The HC-130 Hercules crew saw the vessel early in the day about 100 nautical miles northeast of the Mariana's last known position, but authorities could not confirm its identity.
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#strait-of-hormuz
fromFortune
3 days ago
World politics

Iran and the U.S. live in 2 different worlds, law of the sea expert says-and both of those are different from most maritime law | Fortune

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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz

Shipping companies require clarifications on mine risks and Iranian conditions before navigating the Strait of Hormuz, despite its announced reopening.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What mines has Iran laid in the strait of Hormuz and how can the US remove them?

Donald Trump plans anti-mine operations in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen the waterway closed by Iran's mining activities.
World news
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9 hours ago

Polymarket Strait of Hormuz Odds Crash After Iran Fires on Tankers

Iran's reimposition of shipping restrictions led to a significant drop in normalization odds for the Strait of Hormuz on Polymarket.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Europe looks to secure shipping in Strait of Hormuz

France and the UK are prepared to lead a mission to ensure navigation freedom in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement is reached.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Iran and the U.S. live in 2 different worlds, law of the sea expert says-and both of those are different from most maritime law | Fortune

The Strait of Hormuz is politically contested, with the U.S. viewing it as international waters and Iran considering it territorial waters.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz

Shipping companies require clarifications on mine risks and Iranian conditions before navigating the Strait of Hormuz, despite its announced reopening.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What mines has Iran laid in the strait of Hormuz and how can the US remove them?

Donald Trump plans anti-mine operations in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen the waterway closed by Iran's mining activities.
#oil-prices
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Oil Surges 7% on Hormuz Blockade, U.S. Gulf Tanker Rush -- 3 Stocks to Buy Now

Oil prices surged 7% due to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global supply and boosting U.S. crude exports.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Oil Surges 7% on Hormuz Blockade, U.S. Gulf Tanker Rush -- 3 Stocks to Buy Now

Oil prices surged 7% due to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global supply and boosting U.S. crude exports.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
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fromWIRED
1 day ago

Spoofed Tankers Are Flooding the Strait of Hormuz. These Analysts Are Tracking Them

Disappearing ships in the Strait of Hormuz are linked to shadow fleets evading sanctions, with over half of vessels recently jamming their transponder signals.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

More than 15m oysters to be released in the North Sea for UK rewilding project

Over 15 million juvenile oysters will be released in the North Sea to restore ecosystems and provide climate benefits.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

What Travelers Need to Know about Insurance for a Cruise-and What It Won't Cover

"We commonly see travelers buying coverage without fully understanding what is included and excluded. We always recommend that cruisers opt for comprehensive coverage versus medical-only plans and also consider cruise-specific policies like the ones featured on our website."
Travel
US politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

US Carries Out Fifth Boat Strike in Under a Week, Bringing Death Toll to 177

The Trump administration's military actions against alleged drug traffickers lack evidence and have resulted in civilian casualties in Latin America.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Trump demands Starmer drill, baby, drill' in the North Sea

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

North Sea gas saves UK billions a year, analysis shows amid calls for more drilling

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Trump demands Starmer drill, baby, drill' in the North Sea

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

North Sea gas saves UK billions a year, analysis shows amid calls for more drilling

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

BP signals trading windfall as oil volatility surges on Middle East tensions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

BP anticipates exceptional performance in oil trading due to heightened market volatility, despite challenges in upstream production and rising net debt.
#seafarers
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mental breakdown': oil tanker workers stuck in Gulf for six weeks are reaching their limit

Seafarers trapped in the Gulf face severe mental health challenges due to safety concerns and ongoing conflict in the region.
World politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The Broken System That Keeps Shipping Crews Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz

Cooperation among ship owners and labor organizations is crucial for the safety and protection of seafarers in high-risk maritime areas.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mental breakdown': oil tanker workers stuck in Gulf for six weeks are reaching their limit

Seafarers trapped in the Gulf face severe mental health challenges due to safety concerns and ongoing conflict in the region.
World politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The Broken System That Keeps Shipping Crews Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz

Cooperation among ship owners and labor organizations is crucial for the safety and protection of seafarers in high-risk maritime areas.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Firefighters battle huge blaze at Australian oil refinery

A major fire at Viva Energy's oil refinery in Geelong, Australia, is being contained but not yet under control, with no reported injuries.
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fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Fishing crew rescued near Gloucester after boat runs aground amid harsh seas

Two crew members were rescued from a fishing boat that ran aground in Gloucester, with no injuries reported.
fromFortune
6 days ago

U.K. won't take part in Trump's planned blockade of Hormuz strait | Fortune

Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz. Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL.
UK politics
#iran
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Inside Kharg Island, Iran's oil lifeline under threat

Civilians are affected by the violence following the death of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Is the U.S. Navy ready to clear sea mines in the Persian Gulf?

Iran threatens to mine the Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. Navy preparations for mine-clearing operations.
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Marine Animals in the Strait of Hormuz Don't Get a Ceasefire

"While whales and dolphins may temporarily move out of areas where there is significant naval sonar activity, the intensity of modern maritime conflict poses lethal risks."
Environment
#oil-spill
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Wildlife killed, reefs damaged in active' Gulf of Mexico oil spill

Oil is seeping from an unidentified vessel and two natural sources in the Gulf of Mexico, affecting seven nature reserves over 600km.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Wildlife killed, reefs damaged in active' Gulf of Mexico oil spill

Oil is seeping from an unidentified vessel and two natural sources in the Gulf of Mexico, affecting seven nature reserves over 600km.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Ship disaster victims deserve to have story told'

The sinking of the Princess Alice in 1878 resulted in over 700 deaths, yet remains largely forgotten despite its significance in maritime safety reforms.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Tony Blair calls for more North Sea drilling to protect against shocks of Iran war

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
#energy-security
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

UK warned it needs to drill in North Sea amid global instability

The UK must increase domestic oil and gas production to ensure energy security and reduce dependence on imports.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

More drilling in North Sea not the answer' for UK energy security, say former military leaders

More North Sea drilling won't enhance UK's energy security; a shift to renewable energy is essential for future stability.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

UK warned it needs to drill in North Sea amid global instability

The UK must increase domestic oil and gas production to ensure energy security and reduce dependence on imports.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

More drilling in North Sea not the answer' for UK energy security, say former military leaders

More North Sea drilling won't enhance UK's energy security; a shift to renewable energy is essential for future stability.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK opening new oil and gas fields would imperil global climate goals, experts say

Opening new oil and gas fields in the North Sea threatens global climate targets and undermines the UK's leadership in climate action.
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3 weeks ago

Shelter-in-place issued after explosion at Valero facility in Port Arthur, police say

An explosion occurred at a Valero facility in Port Arthur, prompting a shelter-in-place order for residents.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

UK assists France to seize Russian tanker suspected of flying false flag

French forces, with UK assistance, seized a Russian oil tanker suspected of violating international sanctions in the Mediterranean.
#uk-energy-policy
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ministers rebuff trade body's call to boost North Sea oil and gas production

The UK government dismisses warnings about increasing reliance on energy imports amid global instability and calls for more domestic oil and gas production.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Of course we shouldn't drill for more oil in the North Sea we cancelled further exploitation for a reason | Bill McGuire

The UK's energy security is at risk due to reliance on fossil fuels amidst a climate emergency and the ongoing war in the Middle East.
#shadow-fleet
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Adrift Russia tanker risks Mediterranean ecological disaster

The Russian gas tanker Arctic Metagaz was attacked, causing environmental risks due to fuel leakage and potential explosions.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Oil flows through Santa Barbara coastal pipeline for first time in decade amid Trump fight with California

Offshore oil pipelines in California resumed operations after a decade-long shutdown following Trump's executive order invoking the Defense Production Act, escalating conflict between federal and state authorities over energy policy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Damaged Russian tanker carrying natural gas floats into Libyan waters

The Arctic Metagaz was part of a Russian shadow fleet used to circumvent sanctions imposed on the country's oil and gas after its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. It was struck in a suspected drone attack close to Maltese waters earlier this month, causing a huge hole.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Federal God squad' exempts oil and gas drilling in Gulf of Mexico from endangered species rules

The Endangered Species Committee voted to approve the request for the ESA exemption at the request of the defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Hegseth has said environmentalists' lawsuits against the industry threatened to hobble the nation's energy supply, while environmentalists fear drilling could kill off protected species including Rice's whales, whooping cranes and sea turtles.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire

Three supertankers laden with oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz amid the fragile truce between the United States and Iran, according to shipping data. Iran's blockade of the strait has disrupted global energy supplies and sent oil prices soaring since the start of the US and Israel's war on Iran.
World news
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

North Sea jobs safeguarded as HMRC drops challenge to Petrofac rescue deal

Over 2,000 North Sea jobs are secured after HMRC dropped legal action against Petrofac's restructuring deal with CB&I.
Environment
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Trump's plan to drill for oil in the Gulf of Mexico could be foiled by just 50 survivors of a rare whale species | Fortune

Expansion of oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico threatens the endangered Rice's whale and other marine species with extinction.
#deep-sea-mining
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A national scandal': trawlers scour seabeds of supposedly protected UK waters

Marine protected areas in England are ineffective as industrial trawlers continue to overfish and damage ecosystems despite their designated protection.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Hormuz

The LPG tanker Green Sanvi has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant event for India's energy supply amid ongoing disruptions.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Fishing crews in the Atlantic keep accidentally dredging up chemical weapons

Recovered CWMs continue to pose worker and food safety risks. Because of ocean drift, storms, and offshore industries, sea-disposed CWMs locations are largely unknown and potentially far from their originally documented dump site. The three incidents exposed at least six crew members to mustard agent, which causes blistering chemical burns on skin and mucous membranes.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A US Navy oiler ran hard aground after its captain urged a last-minute shortcut: 'Let's try to shoot the gap'

A US Navy fuel ship ran aground in September 2024 after the captain ordered a risky shortcut through restricted waters, causing over $20 million in damage due to poor decisions and failure to follow navigation procedures.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Advocates push for major probe as US boat strikes in Latin America kill 157

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights will hold its first hearing on alleged US extrajudicial killings during military strikes against suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific that began in September, with nearly 157 people killed and minimal public information released.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

People urged to stay away from East Coast beach amid explosion fears

'The best way to assist these animals, and keep them and yourself safe, is by calling trained responders and maintaining a 150-foot distance from dolphins and porpoises and a 300-foot distance from whales,' said the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS).
Environment
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Mexico's navy searches for two missing boats involved in Cuba aid convoy

Search efforts are ongoing for two missing sailboats from a humanitarian convoy to Cuba, with nine people on board and concerns raised by Cuban officials.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wife of captain of oil tanker captured by US forces starts legal action to free him

We submit that Natia Dzadzama's husband, of Georgian nationality, was unlawfully detained and held by the US navy in Scotland since 7 January, on the marine vessel known as the Marinera and formerly known as Bella 1. The captain's wife is reasonably concerned about her husband's safety and security on the ship, and today we are seeking the intervention of the Scottish court of session in order to protect the legal rights of her husband.
Law
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

What Happens If You Skip the Cruise Ship Safety Drill?

From humongous megaships to luxurious yacht-like vessels, cruise travelers all love to grumble about the same thing-taking time out of their first day on board to complete the mandatory safety drill. Despite the efforts cruise lines have made to make them shorter and easier to complete, some guests are tempted to ignore the calls to report to their muster stations-especially in the rare occurrence of a full, in-person drill.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Russian captain found guilty in North Sea tanker collision

The Solong's captain, Vladimir Motin, was convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after his ship collided with the anchored Stena Immaculate, killing one sailor.
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Three French tourists drown after their boat capsizes in Oman

Three French tourists drowned and two were injured when a boat carrying 25 French tourists, a guide and a captain capsized off Muscat, Oman.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Suspected Russian shadow fleet' tanker seized in North Sea

Special forces assisted by French helicopters boarded the ship in a clandestine operation in the North Sea on Saturday night, Belgium's defence minister, Theo Francken, said on Sunday. Prosecutors said the tanker, identified as the Ethera, was falsely flying the flag of Guinea and was believed to be on its way back to Russia when it was seized in Belgium's exclusive economic zone.
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World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

Middle East conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping, forcing vessel diversions, port delays, and confining cruise ship passengers amid heightened security concerns.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Maritime insurers cancel war risk cover in Gulf: Will it spike energy cost?

Insurance companies are cancelling war risk coverage for Middle East Gulf vessels as US-Israel-Iran conflict disrupts shipping, damages tankers, and strands approximately 150 ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

Middle East conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping, forcing vessel diversions, port delays, and confining cruise ship passengers amid heightened security concerns.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Maritime insurers cancel war risk cover in Gulf: Will it spike energy cost?

Insurance companies are cancelling war risk coverage for Middle East Gulf vessels as US-Israel-Iran conflict disrupts shipping, damages tankers, and strands approximately 150 ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

An oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is met with two weeks of evasive responses

Beaches, mangroves, fish, turtles and manatees. Little by little, oil has coated them all. About two weeks have been enough for the sticky black residue to permeate everything in its path. Its advance has been met with an outcry. Since the first fishermen in the Gulf of Mexico reported the discovery of chapapote (petroleum residue) in their nets on March 2, the progression has been documented by the affected communities.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Warnings Putin's ageing oil tankers could cause a 'catastrophic spill' in the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Russian shadow fleet is a ticking environmental time bomb. The question isn't if there will be a catastrophic spill, it's when. Older tankers can suffer from metal fatigue, corroded hulls, and overall structural deterioration, significantly increasing the risk of structural failures at sea.
Environment
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Two oil tankers exploded after being attacked by boats laden with explosives in the Gulf - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Two oil tankers were attacked and set ablaze in Iraqi territorial waters, killing one crew member and prompting rescue of 38 survivors, escalating maritime security threats in the Gulf region.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump's Offshore Drilling Plan Could Result in Thousands of Oil Spills

"This plan would open up a massive amount of waters to new oil and gas drilling,"
Environment
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Explosion in Iran's Bandar Abbas caused by gas leak, official says

A gas leak likely caused an explosion that damaged an eight-storey residential building in Bandar Abbas, injuring many and reportedly killing at least one person.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Visit the North Sea oil field used to store greenhouse gas

An almost-depleted North Sea oil field will be repurposed to store CO2 via offshore CCS, aiming up to eight million tonnes annually by 2030.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US seizes sanctioned oil tanker in Indian Ocean

US forces boarded the Panama-flagged, sanctioned tanker Aquila II after tracking it from the Caribbean, targeting shadow-fleet oil transfers tied to Russia and evading sanctions.
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