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UN maritime head demands 'restraint' as 6,000 Gulf seafarers stranded

Nearly six thousand seafarers remain stranded in the Persian Gulf due to recent attacks. The International Maritime Organization head urged maximum restraint and de-escalation from all involved.

The Economic Times

Iran seeks long-term role in managing Strait of Hormuz, eyes billions in annual fees

Iran is proposing new charges for security and services in the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to generate significant revenue and reshape its management post-conflict. Tehran is seeking regional backing, drawing parallels to Turkey's Dardanelles model. However, the US vehemently opposes this, asserting no nation can charge for international waterways. While…

The Economic Times

IRGC Navy rejects new Strait of Hormuz route, warns of enforcement measures: Iranian Media

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy has issued a stern warning to vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, insisting on the use of only Iran-approved routes. This declaration follows Oman's announcement of a new, temporary maritime corridor in coordination with the International Maritime Organization. The IRGC stated that any passage outside designated…

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Iran-US technical talks to be held in Switzerland by end of June, Rubio says

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said during his tour of Gulf countries Wednesday that he believed technical talks between the United States and Iran would resume on June 29 or 30 in Switzerland. Earlier Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz said Israel would not withdraw from south Lebanon, even under…

France 24

The Strait of Hormuz’s future is unsettled even as more ships venture through

Ship traffic has picked up in the Strait of Hormuz since Iran and the U.S. signed an interim deal to end a war that constricted global oil supplies and fueled inflation, but questions surrounding control of the vital waterway and whether vessels will be charged tolls to cross it could…

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The Strait of Hormuz's future is unsettled even as more ships venture through

Ship traffic has picked up in the Strait of Hormuz since Iran and the U.S. signed an interim deal to end a war that's constricted global oil supplies

The Independent UK

Gulf Evacuation Warning: 'Time Is Running Out' as Iran Adviser Urges Immediate Exit From UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

A social media post urging evacuation from Gulf nations has caused concern, despite no official directives. The warning highlights the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Open or closed? Uncertainty lingers as Iran-US reopen Strait of Hormuz, but with conditions

The Strait of Hormuz's reopening remains uncertain despite Iranian and US claims. While some vessels attempted passage, many turned back, with the International Maritime Organization seeking clarification on safety. The US maintains its naval blockade, while Iran warns of re-closure if the blockade persists, impacting vital global oil and LNG…

The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz choked by war: Shipping plunges 95%, 20,000 seafarers stranded — All you need to know

Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open to all except its "enemies," the US and Israel, following a 48-hour ultimatum from President Trump. The crucial waterway, vital for global oil, has seen a 95% drop in traffic due to escalating Middle East conflict, with thousands stranded and shipping costs soaring.

The Times of India

In the Arctic, the major climate threat of black carbon is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions

A coalition of nations and environmental groups is lobbying the International Maritime Organization to create regulations around black carbon, or soot, that spews from ships and blankets parts of glaciers and snow

The Independent UK

UN shipping regulator advocates for industry emissions fee at COP30, despite Trump pushback

The head of the International Maritime Organization said Monday he’s continuing to “advocate and campaign” for global regulations to move the shipping industry away from fossil fuels, after the United States and Saudi Arabia blocked new rules last month

The Independent UK

Maritime Sector To Decide On Plan To Cut Emissions Opposed By US

Member states of the International Maritime Organization will decide on Friday whether to formally adopt a plan to cut carbon emissions in the face of opposition from the United States.

International Business Times

UN Shipping Body Approves Global Carbon Pricing System

Member states of the International Maritime Organization have voted in favour of a global pricing system to help curb maritime carbon emissions, the UN shipping body announced Friday.

International Business Times

International Maritime Organisation faces stormy debate on shipping emissions

Members of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are divided over whether to approve a carbon tax on international shipping, ahead of a meeting starting in London on Monday to finalise emissions-reduction measures.

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International Business Times

Nations Divided Ahead Of Decisive Week For Shipping Emissions

Members of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are divided over whether to approve a carbon tax on international shipping, ahead of a meeting starting on Monday to finalise emissions-reduction measures.

Bangkok Post

Maritime industry agrees on carbon-reduction target

LONDON: The International Maritime Organization, overseer of the highly-polluting shipping industry, sealed a landmark deal Friday to improve its target to cut carbon emissions but green campaigners said it fell far short.

France 24

Paris summit on climate and finance ends without deal on global shipping tax

Participants at the Paris summit on finance and climate stopped short of a deal to create a tax on greenhouse gas emissions produced from international shipping.

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Titan tragedy: Canada launches investigation; CEO of sub company ‘dismissed safety fears’ – as it happened

Canadian transport watchdog to launch safety investigation; Stockton Rush reportedly emailed deep-sea expert saying concerns were ‘baseless cries’

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The Independent UK

Tourist sub's implosion draws attention to murky regulations of deep-sea expeditions

The fatal implosion of the Titan submersible has drawn attention to the murkily regulated waters of deep-sea exploration

Reuters

North Korea informs IMO of satellite launch between May 31 and June 11

North Korea informed the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on Tuesday of a satellite launch slated to take place between May 31 and June 11, the organization said.

The Independent UK

Shipping lobby group advises caution on climate targets

An influential shipping industry group has quietly warned shippers to think carefully before they sign up for a new plan to reduce pollution and eventually eliminate their contribution to climate change

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