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Port of Los Angeles Posts Strong March as Trade and Energy Risks Build
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April 13, 2026
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Lori Ann LaRocco
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Port of Los Angeles Posts Strong March as Trade and Energy Risks Build

By Lori Ann LaRocco – The Port of Los Angeles was a beehive of activity in March, but details are emerging on the impact of the U.S./Israel war with Iran...
All Eyes on Hormuz as U.S. Maritime Blockade on Iran Enters Enforcement Phase
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April 13, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

All Eyes on Hormuz as U.S. Maritime Blockade on Iran Enters Enforcement Phase

The United States’ newly announced maritime blockade targeting Iranian trade is now entering its enforcement phase, with fresh guidance from United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations confirming that access restrictions are actively being...
U.S. Blockade Draws New Red Lines in Strait of Hormuz Crisis
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April 13, 2026
From 
Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

U.S. Blockade Draws New Red Lines in Strait of Hormuz Crisis

The United States is moving to blockade maritime traffic tied to Iran, marking a sharp escalation in the Strait of Hormuz crisis and introducing a new layer of risk for...
Asian LNG Imports Plummet to Six-Year Low on Middle East Crisis
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April 13, 2026
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Bloomberg
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Asian LNG Imports Plummet to Six-Year Low on Middle East Crisis

Asian liquefied natural gas imports have dropped to the lowest in almost six years as the conflict in the Middle East chokes supplies and forces buyers to curb consumption.
Saudi Arabia Says East-West Pipeline Restored To Full Capacity
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April 12, 2026
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Bloomberg
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Saudi Arabia Says East-West Pipeline Restored To Full Capacity

By Clara Ferreira Marques Apr 12, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Saudi Arabia has restored the full pumping capacity of its East-West pipeline to 7 million barrels a day, rehabilitating a vital link for...
Here’s A List Of Gulf Energy Infrastructure Damaged In Iran War
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April 12, 2026
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Bloomberg
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Here’s A List Of Gulf Energy Infrastructure Damaged In Iran War

By Dylan Griffiths and Carlos Caminada Updated on Apr 11, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Dozens of refineries, oil fields, gas plants, ports and other energy infrastructure have been damaged by missile and drone...
Estonia Says Detaining Russia’s Tankers in Baltic Sea is Too Risky
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April 10, 2026
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Reuters
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Estonia Says Detaining Russia’s Tankers in Baltic Sea is Too Risky

NATO member Estonia will refrain from detaining Russia's "shadow fleet" vessels in the Baltic Sea, worried that seizing oil tankers and other ships sanctioned by the West could lead Moscow to defend them militarily, a senior commander said on Friday.
Saudi Arabia Maintains Oil Exports From Key Red Sea Port for Now
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April 10, 2026
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Bloomberg
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Saudi Arabia Maintains Oil Exports From Key Red Sea Port for Now

Saudi Arabia’s oil exports via the Red Sea are holding steady for now, as the impact of a drone attack on its vital cross-country pipeline has yet to filter through.
Maryland Reaches Settlement in Principle With Dali Owner in Key Bridge Collapse Case
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April 10, 2026
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Maryland Reaches Settlement in Principle With Dali Owner in Key Bridge Collapse Case

Maryland has reached a settlement in principle with the owner and operator of the containership Dali, marking a significant step toward resolving state-level claims stemming from the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott...
Vale Unveils First Ethanol-Powered Mega Bulk Carriers
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April 10, 2026
From 
Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

Vale Unveils First Ethanol-Powered Mega Bulk Carriers

Brazilian mining giant Vale is pushing the boundaries of maritime decarbonization with plans to deploy the world’s first ocean-going vessel powered primarily by ethanol—a move that could slash greenhouse gas emissions by...
Hormuz Strait Remains Shut As Lebanon fighting Strains Truce
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April 10, 2026
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Hormuz Strait Remains Shut As Lebanon fighting Strains Truce

The Strait of Hormuz remained shut on Friday and Israel traded fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, two disputes which the United States and Iran each described as violations of their ceasefire deal on the eve of their first peace talks of the war.
EU Ramps Up Yamal LNG Imports in Q1, Paying Russia $3.3 billion Despite Looming Ban
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April 10, 2026
From 
Malte Humpert
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gCaptain

EU Ramps Up Yamal LNG Imports in Q1, Paying Russia $3.3 billion Despite Looming Ban

The European Union sharply increased imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia’s Yamal LNG project in the first quarter of 2026, taking nearly all available cargoes and paying an estimated €2.88 billion, according to new analysis, even as a future import ban threatens to curb flows.