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US seizes tanker in international waters as Iran truce deadline nears

Reuters | April 21, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk

The U.S. military said on Tuesday it had seized a tanker linked to Iran in international waters, its latest apparent action to enforce a blockade, with time running out on a ceasefire and the prospect of last-ditch further peace talksstill up in the air.

OOCL announces new China Indonesia service (CIS3)

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

OOCL has announced the launch of a new China Indonesia Service (CIS3), further strengthening its intra‑Asia network coverage and enhancing connectivity between South China and Indonesia.

CMA CGM BAF update - Tunisia Roro service

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

CMA CGM SSL Intra Europe will adjust BAF as follows on its Roro South service connecting France with Tunisia (import & export):

CMA CGM FAK rates - from Asia to the Mediterranean & North Africa

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

CMA CGM announces an increase on our Freight All Kind (FAK) rates as follows as from May 15th to 31st, 2026.

“K” LINE participates in a consortium of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) hub study in Asia

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Green Shipping | Maritime | Breakbulk News

International Chamber of Shipping announces sixth edition of Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals)

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) announces the launch of the sixth edition of its benchmark publication, the Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals).

Lakeway Link suspends traffic between Södertälje and Gdynia

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime

Lakeway Link, owned by Wallenius Lines and Greencarrier, is suspending its scheduled service between Södertälje and Gdynia from 15 May at the latest.

Smart Shipping capabilities in focus with expansion of Center of Excellence in Singapore

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Green Shipping | Maritime | Technology

DNV has launched Phase Two of its Centre of Excellence for Maritime Decarbonization & Smart Shipping Asia Pacific (COE) in Singapore.

[Freightos Weekly Update] Asia -Europe ocean rates slide despite Hormuz pressure

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Reuters | April 21, 2026

New US coalition lobby group aims to get domestic shipbuilding bill through Congress

U.S. unions and shipbuilding industry employers on Tuesday launched a coalition to rally Congress to advance legislation they say would help President Donald Trump achieve his vision for a domestic shipyard renaissance.

Cargo Care Solutions secures additional ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 accreditation

AJOT Newsroom | April 21, 2026 | Maritime

Cargo Care Solutions is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification across its global operations.

Third annual marine autonomy study ‘the Janus Review’ reports new USV ‘arms race’ driven by wars in Ukraine and Iran

AJOT Newsroom | April 20, 2026 | Maritime | Technology

US defense company Janus Marine and Defense is publishing its third annual ‘Janus Review’ at the Sea Air and Space exhibition in Maryland.

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Reuters | April 20, 2026

Hormuz shipping again near standstill after shots and seizure

Ships were largely avoiding the Strait of Hormuz on Monday after an escalation at the weekend in which Iran fired what appeared to be warning shots at vessels and the U.S. military seized an Iranian cargo ship.

Hyundai faces challenge replacing lost Middle East sales, CEO says

Reuters | April 20, 2026 | Maritime | Breakbulk News

Hyundai will not manage to fully make up for lost sales in the Middle East due to the crisis in the region, as manufacturing constraints will not allow the automaker to quickly reallocate sales to other areas, its CEO said on Monday.

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Reuters | April 20, 2026

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