Shipping

Three sailors dead from US strikes on tanker off Oman, India confirms

The deaths are the first reported since the blockade began on April 13, operations which have seen the US disable eight ships and turn back more than 100 others.

INDIAN VESSEL 'Nanda Devi' carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrives at Vadinar Port in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat state on March 17, 2026 after Iran allowed it to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy corridor that remains disrupted by the Middle East war.
 Ship and tug boats are seen at the Red Sea port of Hodeidah, Yemen February 1, 2017.

Cargo vessel exchanges fire with armed craft off of Yemen, UKMTO reports

A drone view shows vessels anchored at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, May 30, 2026.

Maritime leaders say US-Iran peace deal must provide clear framework for Strait of Hormuz transit

Zim containers are stacked just outside Israel's port of Ashdod February 23, 2012

Israeli ministries move to block $4.2 billion sale of ZIM over security concerns


Israel-affiliated merchant vessel hit by Iranian drone off India

The incident follows drone and missile attacks in the Red Sea by Iran-backed Houthis on commercial shipping.

 The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

Shipping firms impose extra fees as Red Sea attacks hit global trade

Cancellations and rate increases are expected to continue into the first quarter, recommends customers book 4-6 weeks in advance to ensure space on vessels.

 Ship and tug boats are seen at the Red Sea port of Hodeidah, Yemen February 1, 2017.

More ships to avoid Red Sea as attacks disrupt world trade

The Houthi leader has meanwhile threatened to escalate attacks to include US naval ships, raising the prospect of a wider conflict around the Bab al-Mandab strait.

 A ship is pictured at the Red Sea port of Hodeidah, Yemen August 5, 2018.

Israel's Eilat Port sees 85% drop in activity amid Red Sea Houthi attacks

Without Bab al-Mandab "you close the main shipping artery to Eilat Port. And therefore we lost 85% of total activity," CEO Gideon Golber told Reuters.

 View of the marina in the Southern Israeli city of Eilat

Israel's Eilat Port sees 85% drop in activity amid Red Sea Houthi attacks

Eilat, which sits adjacent to Jordan's only coastal access point at Aqaba, offers Israel a gateway to the East without the need to navigate the Suez Canal.

White-cheeked terns flying across the Gulf of Eilat.

Houthi threats prompt shipping companies to rethink Suez Canal use

If all traffic in the Suez Canal stopped, Egypt would lose about $13 million daily, disrupting its main foreign currency income.

 Israel Navy missile ships head to the Red Sea after several aerial intrusions by Houthi drones, November 1, 2023

Shippers mask positions, weigh options amid Red Sea attacks

As a safety precaution, some vessels are attempting to mask their positions by pinging on other locations when entering the Yemen coastline, said senior freight analyst at Vortexa.

 The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

Shipping firms to avoid Suez Canal as Red Sea attacks increase

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi movement has been attacking vessels in response to the Gaza war on a route that allows East-West trade, and especially oil.

 Illustrative image of the Red Sea.

Egypt, US shoot down Houthi drones aimed at Israel

US destroyer downed 14 drones launched by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea on Saturday.

 An American Navy ship seen in the red sea port of Eilat on June 8, 2021.

Iran-backed Houthis increase their shipping threats

Although the Houthis have been open about their attempt to blockade Israel, their threats have increased, and they are now on a daily basis.

 A view of missiles during a military parade held by the Houthis to mark the anniversary of their takeover in Sanaa, Yemen September 21, 2023.