Russian drone attacks on cargo vessels in the Black Sea are jeopardising Ukraine’s grain exports and global food security. Learn about the latest incidents, economic impact, and geopolitical consequences.

The US has seized Venezuelan oil tankers, causing VLCC rates to surge by 42%. This enforcement action disrupts global shipping markets.

The Palau‑flagged oil tanker Elbus, a mid‑size crude/product carrier, was en route to Novorossiysk when it was struck by a drone in the Black Sea.

US forces seized two VLCCs in helicopter-backed operations on opposite sides of the Atlantic, escalating actions against Venezuela-linked oil exports.
The raids involved the Marinera off Iceland and the M Sophia more than 6,000 km to the south.

Learn how a Russian‑flagged oil tanker sailing from Venezuela has been seized by U.S. forces.

Explore the dramatic market reactions to Trump’s claim of U.S. control over Venezuela’s vast oil reserves and the complex challenges facing sector recovery.

Explore how the US maritime blockade is disrupting Venezuela’s oil exports, with ships rerouting or stalling, impacting the nation’s energy sector.

Discover how Greek shipowners are expanding their global fleet, controlling 17.8% of shipbuilding and leading in tanker, LNG, and bulk carrier sectors.

Explore China’s rapid aircraft carrier expansion and its strategic implications for Indo-Pacific regional power dynamics and maritime security.

Explore how US sanctions and cyberattacks are disrupting Venezuela’s oil exports, affecting global supply and causing oil price volatility. Learn more.

Discover how Hafnia Limited’s strategic investment in TORM could reshape the tanker industry, creating a $5 billion shipping giant with nearly 300 vessels.

Discover the cutting-edge features and strategic significance of the Trump-Class Battleship, set to redefine U.S. naval power and maritime warfare.

Discover the details behind the U.S. detention of the Chinese-owned tanker Centuries after its departure from Venezuela.

Discover how U.S. sanctions target shadow tankers to curb Iran and Venezuela’s oil exports, unveiling risks and strategies for maritime compliance.

Discover Ukraine’s groundbreaking drone strike on a Russian shadow tanker in the Mediterranean, marking a new chapter in maritime warfare and global security.

Discover the EU’s latest sanctions targeting Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ of 41 vessels, aiming to cut off funding for Russia’s Ukraine war.

Discover how SSY’s acquisition of Grieg Shipbrokers reshapes global shipbroking, improving the market, expertise, and client service amid industry consolidation.

Explore the US seizure of the Venezuelan oil tanker Skipper and its implications for international law, sanctions, and maritime security in 2025.

Discover how Russia’s tanker shortage, caused by Greek shipowner retreats amid sanctions, is reshaping global maritime logistics and industry practices.

Discover how the attack on the Turkish-owned Cenk T in the Black Sea impacts regional security, global trade, and ongoing Ukraine-Russia tensions.

Discover the causes behind the December 2025 container loss involving ONE Continuity and learn how to improve stowage and stability practices in large ships.

Discover how Ukraine’s first-ever strike on a Russian oil rig in the Caspian Sea impacts global energy markets and shifts the regional conflict dynamics.

Global trade is set to hit a record $35 trillion this year, driven by East Asia, Africa, and South-South corridors amid geopolitical shifts.

Discover how Tianjin Southwest’s order for two large ammonia carriers marks a major step toward sustainable maritime shipping and global emissions reduction.

Explore the implications of the proposed EU and G7 ban on maritime services for Russian oil, and how it could reshape global oil shipping and geopolitics.

Italy and Bahrain sign a shipyard deal, boosting naval innovation, advanced manufacturing, and strategic Gulf-Italy cooperation.

Stay updated on December 2025 freight rates across tankers, LNG, containers, and bulk carriers with our comprehensive market analysis and key drivers.

Discover how China’s ports, Shanghai and Ningbo-Zhoushan, set new trade records in 2025, showcasing innovation, growth, and global logistics dominance.

Piracy risk in the Gulf of Guinea persists with attacks like the CGAS Saturn incident, highlighting urgent safety and security challenges for global shipping.

South Africa’s Competition Commission targets eight major shipping lines for alleged price-fixing, potentially transforming global maritime trade practices.