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Hormuz crisis places seafarers in conditions unmatched since WWII - Splash247

The 2020s are proving to be a brutal period for seafarers stuck at sea – and by extension securing enough crew numbers for the future. First came covid, alongside ever-increasing cases of crew abandonment, plus the ongoing 865-day Red Sea shipping crisis. Now the United Nations is warning that...
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What 50 Years in Shipping Teaches You About Success (The Saltwater Highway)​

Apr 2, 2026 #navios #fednav #shipping
In this Vonheim interview, Anthony Whitworth shares powerful insights from five decades in the maritime industry. We dive into the untold stories, hard-earned lessons, and the realities of working in one of the most demanding and dynamic sectors in the world.
💡 In this interview, you’ll learn:
  • How the global shipping industry really works
  • How the dry bulk market work
  • Lessons on resilience, leadership, and long-term success
  • Behind-the-scenes stories of selling and buying companies
Whether you're interested in business, global trade, or life stories, this conversation offers a look inside an industry that shapes our everyday lives.
📘 Check out Whitworth's book The Saltwater Highway to go even deeper into Tony’s journey and the world of shipping: https://www.anthonyrwhitworth.com


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Baltic Dry

Baltic Exchange Dry Index - Price - Chart - Historical Data - News

Baltic Dry fell to 2,002 Index Points on January 29, 2026, down 0.69% from the previous day. Over the past month, Baltic Dry's price has risen 6.38%, and is up 180.00% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market...
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Splash Wrap: Hormuz bells are ringing - Splash247

Iran’s parliament approved a formal toll and access regime for the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, with the ongoing war against the US/Israeli coalition leading Splash coverage for a fifth straight week. Satellite imagery confirmed severe damage to Russia’s prime energy exporting ports, as...
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Strait of Hormuz WEEK 5 Update | Is the Strait OPEN or CLOSED? | Have We Gone Full Looney Tunes?​

Apr 4, 2026 What's Going on With Shipping - Maritime Industry Today
This episode summarizes Week 5 of the war between the US-Israel-Iran with a focus on the Strait of Hormuz and international shipping. We summarize the past week's events, examine the major news stories, and look at the major issues facing restarting traffic through the Strait.
Read more below the vid on youtube.

Strait of Hormuz WEEK 5 Update | Is the Strait OPEN or CLOSED? | Have
 
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