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Shipping Industry News
Agri Port is your go-to source for the latest local and global industry news relevant to the shipping and grain vessel loading industry. Stay up-to-date with current events, new regulations, best practices, and essential industry updates that impact your operations.
From
Malte Humpert
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gCaptain
China’s NewNew Shipping Line Pushes Deeper Into Arctic With First Murmansk Container Run
Chinese container carrier NewNew Shipping Line has expanded its footprint in Russia’s Arctic with the first delivery of containerized cargo to Murmansk via the Northern Sea Route, as the company moves toward a larger role in a shipping corridor attracting growing interest from China, South Korea and India.
From
The Loadstar
via
gCaptain
Panama Canal Draught Restrictions Set to Add to Congestion Chaos
Waterways the world over are contending with all manner of chaos, especially the Panama Canal where congestion is worsening as a consequence of the war in the Middle East and low-water restrictions loom.
From
Bloomberg
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gCaptain
US Sanctions Fishing Fleet Accused of Shipping Cocaine to Mexico
The US Treasury sanctioned a fleet of fishing vessels suspected of smuggling tons of cocaine to Mexico each month, ultimately bound for the US.
From
Reuters
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gCaptain
Iran Vows ‘Devastating’ Response to US Threat to Cut Off Its Economic Lifelines
Iran said on Friday that its response to any new U.S. threats would be "devastating" after Washington pledged to impose the toughest financial penalties in history with the aim of toppling the Iranian leadership.
From
Bloomberg
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gCaptain
Piracy Observer Says Somali Incidents Rising as Navies Stretched
The world’s top maritime piracy observer said incidents off the coast of Somalia are on the rise again after a pair of fresh attacks this week — as two major regional conflicts stretch naval forces in the area thin.
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Ukraine Says Russia Hit 52 Civilian Ships in Six Weeks as Black Sea Attacks Escalate
Russia attacked 52 civilian vessels in the Black Sea during July and the first half of August, according to Ukraine’s infrastructure ministry, highlighting a sharp escalation in attacks on commercial...
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Panama Canal to Cut Daily Transits as Optimistic Water Outlook Fades
The Panama Canal is cutting daily transit capacity and overhauling its auction system as below-expected rainfall puts renewed pressure on the waterway’s freshwater supplies, just months after officials said they...
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From
Austin Schroeder
via
Barchart
Wheat Collapses on Tuesday, Ratings Come in Below Estimates
The wheat complex faded lower on Tuesday. Chicago SRW futures were down 13 to 14 cents at the close. The Kansas City HRW contracts posted losses of 14 to 15 on the Tuesday session. Minneapolis spring wheat futures were 10 to 12 cents in the red. Weekly Crop Progress data...
From
Austin Schroeder
via
Barchart
Soybeans Hold onto Gains on Tuesday
Soybean saw strength on Tuesday, as contracts were steady to 3 cents higher across most months. The cmdtyView Cash Bean price was up 3 3/4 cents to $10.15. Soymeal futures were a dime higher to 40 cents/ton lower on the day, with Soy Oil futures up 4 to 25 points....
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Report: Russian Naval Escorts Guard Shadow Fleet in Gulf of Finland
Russia has intensified its maritime operations in the Gulf of Finland, implementing new tactics that include military escorts for its shadow fleet tankers, Finnish Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen said over...
From
Chris Swift
via
Barchart
Shootin' the Bull about rumors of rumors
Regardless of today's rumor, hoax, misprint, truth, or whatever the case may be, it shows how fragile the cattle market has become.
From
Nick Ehrenberg
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Barchart
Cattle & Hog Analysis & Targets
Educational and Actionable information using Fibonacci and W.D. Gann analysis.
From
Editorial
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gCaptain
Navigating the Looming Hurricane Threat: Ensuring Robust Marine Insurance for Ports and Shipping
By Ed McNamara, CEO of Cleveland-based port insurance broker Armada Risk Partners — The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to pose increasingly serious threats to shipping, coastal ports,...
From
Bill Allen
via
Barchart
Pure Hedge - Livestock and Grain
Cattle Break on a Rumor - Grains Sit and Watch
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Container Shipping Industry Posts $9.9 Billion Q1 Profit as Red Sea Crisis Impact Wanes
The container shipping industry recorded a net profit of $9.9 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a significant decrease from previous quarters while still maintaining historically strong performance....
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Three Injured in Engine Room Explosion Aboard Bulk Carrier in New Zealand
Three crew members were injured following an explosion or flashback while working on a boiler in the engine room of the Malta-registered bulk carrier M/V Olivia at South Port in...
From
Austin Schroeder
via
Barchart
Wheat Falling Lower on Tuesday
The wheat complex is posting losses out of the long weekend. Chicago SRW futures are down 13 to 14 cents as the market trades through midday. The Kansas City HRW contracts are facing losses of 14 to 15 so far on the Tuesday session. Minneapolis spring wheat futures are trading...