Trump Proposes 20% Strait of Hormuz Cargo Charge
14, July 2026
Donald Trump has proposed a 20% charge on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz while announcing plans to reinstate a U.S. blockade targeting Iranian shipping.
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IMO Condemns Strait of Hormuz Ship Attacks, Urges Protection of Seafarers
9, July 2026
The IMO has condemned recent attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, urging shipowners and authorities to avoid exposing seafarers to unnecessary risks while around 6,000 crew members remain stranded in the Persian Gulf.
IMO Council Opens With Hormuz Security and Piracy on Agenda
7, July 2026
The IMO opened its 137th Council session in London with maritime security, Strait of Hormuz risks and renewed piracy concerns in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden high on the agenda.
Cargo Ship Attacked Southwest of Al Hudaydah as Red Sea Security Concerns Continue
6, July 2026
A cargo ship reported an attack southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. UKMTO said authorities are investigating the incident, following separate suspected piracy reports south of Balhaf.
Pirates Board Tanker and Pursue Second Ship in Gulf of Aden
2, July 2026
Pirates boarded an unnamed tanker in the Gulf of Aden on 1 July and later pursued a second merchant ship, according to maritime security reports.
IMO and Oman Start Strait of Hormuz Evacuation Plan
24, June 2026
The IMO and Oman have launched a phased evacuation plan for vessels and more than 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf region.
Persian Gulf Hull Cleaning Demand Jumps Ahead of Hormuz Reopening
18, June 2026
Demand for commercial diving crews is rising sharply as about 600 vessels in the Persian Gulf prepare for a possible Strait of Hormuz reopening after months of disruption.
Container Ship Attacked in Gulf of Aden, UKMTO Says
15, June 2026
A container ship was fired upon and faced an attempted boarding south of Yemen in the Gulf of Aden, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations.
Two Robbery Cases Hit Singapore Strait Bulk Carriers
12, June 2026
ReCAAP ISC reported two security incidents involving bulk carriers in the Singapore Strait from 2-8 June, with no crew injuries and one case involving stolen service kits and a DG turbo charger.
