March, 2026
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Mon02Mar
The ship came under attack at the Port of Bahrain at 2:57 AM UTC on Monday.
New Ship Attack Reported in Bahrain
Mon02Mar
A fire was reported at the plant earlier in the day.
Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura Refinery Shut Down After Drone Attack: Report
Mon02Mar
The firm has also suspended nominations of crude oil grades that require ships to transit the strait.
Platts Suspends Bids and Offers for Products Shipments Transiting Strait of Hormuz
Mon02Mar
Escalating regional tensions and vessels steering clear of Gulf waters could begin to weigh on bunker demand.
Most Middle East Ports Operating Normally Despite Isolated Incidents
Mon02Mar
MSC says diverting vessels from the region would extend transit times and disrupt established liner schedules.
World Shipping Council Warns of Wider Trade Impact from Middle East Crisis
Mon02Mar
The cancellation takes effect from 00:00 GMT on March 5, following the required 72 hours' notice.
Maritime Insurer Gard Cancels War Risk Cover for Iran and Gulf Waters
Mon02Mar
Jebel Ali has resumed terminal activity after a precautionary suspension linked to a fire caused by debris from an aerial interception.
UAE's Jebel Ali Port Operations Resume After Temporary Halt: Report
Mon02Mar
The container line has directed ships in and heading towards the Gulf to move to designated safe shelter areas.
Shipping Firm MSC Cancels All Middle East Cargo Bookings
Mon02Mar
The charge has been set at $1,500/TEU for standard containers and $3,500/TEU for reefer containers and special equipment.
Hapag-Lloyd Adds War Risk Surcharge for Middle East Shipments
Sun01Mar
The ship came under attack about 35 nautical miles west of Sharjah at 4:45 PM UTC on Sunday.
UKMTO Reports New Ship Attack Near Sharjah