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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
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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
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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
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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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gCaptain
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gCaptain
Trump and Congress Chart a New Course on U.S. Maritime Policy
America’s long-neglected maritime sector is suddenly sailing into the policy spotlight—on parallel tracks. In a matter of weeks, both the White House and Congress have launched sweeping efforts to reverse...
From
Bloomberg
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gCaptain
US Economy Contracts for First Time Since 2022 on Imports Surge
The US economy contracted at the start of the year for the first time since 2022 on a monumental pre-tariffs import surge and more moderate consumer spending, a first snapshot of the ripple effects from President Donald Trump’s trade policy.
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Full Steam Ahead: SHIPS for America Act Garners Wave of Industry Endorsements
Endorsements are flooding in behind the newly reintroduced SHIPS for America Act, bipartisan legislation designed to restore America’s maritime strength and revitalize its shipbuilding industrial base. With support from virtually every...
From
Don Dawson
via
Barchart
Will December Corn Prices Rally in May 2025?
December corn futures, priced at $4.47 per bushel as of April 30, are catching the eye of market participants. These futures, tied to the new crop harvested in the fall, reflect expectations for the growing season, supply, and demand. May often brings a bullish tilt to corn prices. Could a rally push prices to $5? What might the USDA's May WASDE report show? And how can traders and hedgers position themselves? This article breaks it down for everyone, from seasoned speculators to farmers hedging their crops.
From
Austin Schroeder
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Barchart
Corn Showing Midday Strength
Corn futures are trading with contracts up anywhere from a penny to 5 ½ cents at midday. There were 25 deliveries issued against May overnight. The nearby CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 3 1/2 cents at $4.40 3/4. USDA reported a private export sale of 120,000 MT...
From
Austin Schroeder
via
Barchart
Wheat Bouncing on the Midweek Session
The wheat complex is seeing a bounce back on Wednesday across the three markets. Chicago SRW futures are up 8 to 12 cents. There were 88 deliveries issued for May futures on FND. Kansas City HRW contracts are posting 4 to 6 cent gains on Wednesday. There were 430 deliveries...
From
Austin Schroeder
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Barchart
Soybeans Falling on Wednesday
Soybeans are heading lower on Wednesday’s midday, with losses of 9 to 12 cents. May ahead of FND. May open interest as of Tuesday night was just 5,160 contracts, with 3 deliveries issued overnight. CmdtyView’s national front month Cash Bean price is down 10 ¾ cents at $9.85 1/2. Soymeal...
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
PD Ports Unveils Plans for Major Offshore Wind Hub on UK’s East Coast
PD Ports has announced ambitious plans to develop one of the UK’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation hubs, the Teesport Offshore Gateway. The proposed development, estimated at £200 million,...
From
gCaptain
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gCaptain
What’s in the SHIPS for America Act? Key Provisions to Restore U.S. Maritime Power
The SHIPS for America Act, introduced today by Senators Mark Kelly and Todd Young and Representatives Trent Kelly and John Garamendi, proposes a sweeping overhaul of U.S. maritime policy aimed at...
From
Mike Schuler
via
gCaptain
Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Counter China’s Maritime Dominance with 250-Ship Fleet Expansion
A bipartisan group of legislators has re-introduced the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security (SHIPS) for America Act. The landmark legislation, spearheaded by Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and...
From
Oliver Sloup
via
Barchart
Grain Markest Slid Lower on Tuesday but are Attempting to Find Their Footing in the Early Morning Trade
Grain markets were hit hard in Tuesday’s trade, with several markets breaking back below technical support levels. Corn and wheat are attempting to find their footing in the early morning trade while Soybeans remain under pressure.