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UAE’s Oil Output Surged to Record High in June, IEA Says
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July 10, 2026
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UAE’s Oil Output Surged to Record High in June, IEA Says

The United Arab Emirates boosted crude oil production to an all-time high last month, the most compelling evidence yet of how Abu Dhabi responded more boldly than any of its Persian Gulf neighbors to disruption caused by the Iran war.
Hormuz War-Risk Cover Climbs as Shipowners Pull Back
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July 9, 2026
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Hormuz War-Risk Cover Climbs as Shipowners Pull Back

London marine insurers have been seeing fewer inquiries for journeys to transit the Strait of Hormuz and some said the cost of cover had risen, in a sign of growing caution from shipowners as the US and Iran exchange attacks.
Ukraine Continues Strikes on Russian Tankers as Shortages Worsen
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July 9, 2026
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Ukraine Continues Strikes on Russian Tankers as Shortages Worsen

Ukraine said it hit 12 more tankers in southern Russia as Kyiv expands the scope of attacks that are deepening a nationwide gasoline shortage.
U.S. Escalates Strikes on Iran After Attacks on Commercial Ships
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July 9, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

U.S. Escalates Strikes on Iran After Attacks on Commercial Ships

Second day of military action targets coastal defenses, missile sites and naval infrastructure as Tehran warns shipping will only resume under “Iranian arrangements.” The United States has launched a second...
Maersk Expands Red Sea Return With MECL Service Through Suez Canal
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July 9, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

Maersk Expands Red Sea Return With MECL Service Through Suez Canal

Maersk is expanding its gradual return to the Suez Canal, announcing that its MECL service linking India, the Middle East and the U.S. East Coast will once again transit the...
First LNG Cargo Ships from TotalEnergies’ Mexican Plant Energia Costa Azul
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July 9, 2026
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gCaptain

First LNG Cargo Ships from TotalEnergies’ Mexican Plant Energia Costa Azul

French oil major TotalEnergies TTEF.PA has shipped the first liquefied natural gas cargo from the Energia Costa Azul plant in Mexico destined for Asia, it said on Thursday, though full commercial operation has not yet been reached.
Indonesia Gets First Russian Oil Shipment After Deal with Moscow
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July 9, 2026
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gCaptain

Indonesia Gets First Russian Oil Shipment After Deal with Moscow

Indonesia imported Russian crude oil for the first time since a deal struck between the two nations in April, a sign of how Moscow has taken advantage of the Iran conflict to grow its customers.
Appeals Court Upholds FMC’s Authority to Strike Down Unreasonable Container Detention Fees
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July 8, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

Appeals Court Upholds FMC’s Authority to Strike Down Unreasonable Container Detention Fees

A federal appeals court has upheld a landmark Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) decision finding that ocean carriers cannot impose detention charges that do not serve their intended purpose of promoting...
Russia Bans Diesel Exports After Ukrainian Strikes Threaten Domestic Supplies
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July 8, 2026
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gCaptain

Russia Bans Diesel Exports After Ukrainian Strikes Threaten Domestic Supplies

Russia introduced a ban on diesel exports on Wednesday as part of a raft of measures to support the domestic fuel market after systematic Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries triggered gasoline shortages and price spikes.
EU Plans Slower CO2 Cuts, More Free Permits for Industry in Carbon Market Overhaul
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July 8, 2026
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gCaptain

EU Plans Slower CO2 Cuts, More Free Permits for Industry in Carbon Market Overhaul

BRUSSELS, July 8 (Reuters) – The European Union could allow industry to emit CO2 for longer and give companies more free carbon permits under plans drafted by the bloc to make its emissions trading system...
U.S. Container Imports Set to Break Pandemic-Era Record Ahead of Tariff Deadline
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July 8, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

U.S. Container Imports Set to Break Pandemic-Era Record Ahead of Tariff Deadline

U.S. container imports are on track to reach an all-time monthly record in July as retailers accelerate shipments ahead of potential new tariffs expected to take effect in August, according...
Fincantieri Spends Big to Build Underwater Technology Powerhouse Through Four Acquisitions
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July 8, 2026
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Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

Fincantieri Spends Big to Build Underwater Technology Powerhouse Through Four Acquisitions

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri is making its biggest push yet into the fast-growing underwater technology sector, announcing deals worth an initial €600 million to acquire controlling stakes in four companies specializing...