Recent disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has prompted renewed discussion about the nature of maritime risk, with industry experts arguing that the human element behind operational decisions deserves far greater attention than it typically receives. According to Dr William…
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Qatar Role as USA-Iran Mediator Jeopardized
An attack on a Qatari liquefied natural gas carrier near the Strait of Hormuz has cast doubt over Doha's position as a leading mediator in negotiations between the United States and Iran. The strike on the vessel Al Rekayyat occurred…
FMC Chair Concerned China Is Weaponizing Inspections of Panama-Flag Ships
The chair of the United States Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), Laura DiBella, has issued a personal statement voicing renewed concern over what she describes as China's "weaponisation of port state control inspections" targeting vessels registered under the Panama flag. She…
Gulf Oil Producers Relaunch Fight for Market Share in Asia
Saudi Arabia has cut the official selling price of its crude bound for Asia by the largest margin in around 20 years, signalling a renewed contest among Persian Gulf exporters to defend market share in their most important region following…
