Affinity Tanker Weekly, 29 May 2026
The VLCC market started slowly, with lists long and volumes still limited. Early activity in the West reflected this; Source: Affinity Research LLP
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Curated headlines from the world's leading supply chain publications.
Chinese COSCO Tanker Delivers Asphalt to Connecticut Under Jones Act Waiver
The debate over the Trump administration’s emergency Jones Act waiver intensified this week after the American Maritime Partnership (AMP) highlighted the arrival of a Chinese-owned tanker carrying asphalt from Louisiana...
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Seattle-Tacoma evolving toward hybrid landlord-operating port model
After a difficult first quarter of declining container volumes, the Northwest Seaport Alliance wants to incorporate the best features of both landlord and operating ports to better meet the needs…
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US judge orders Trump’s name removed from Kennedy Centre
A judge on Friday ordered the removal of US President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts, ruling that the iconic Washington venue cannot be renamed…
Lire la suite →Oakland exports lead imports in April
Cargo through the Port of Oakland was little changed from a year ago despite a decline in total vessel calls. The post Oakland exports lead imports in April appeared first…
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Canada might double exports to China, Chinese FM Wang Yi says during rare visit
China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday that Canada could surpass its goal of increasing exports to China by 50 per cent by 2030 during a meeting…
Lire la suite →World’s Top Economic Bodies Warn Hormuz Disruptions Are Draining Oil Inventories at Record Pace
The heads of four of the world’s top economic and energy institutions issued a rare joint warning Friday, saying ongoing disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are creating...
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Canada readies ambitious legislation to reform supply chain
The coming legislation is part of a larger effort by Prime Minister Mark Carney to double non-US exports within the decade and boost supply chain resilience by investing in ports…
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Customs Commissioner Summoned to Answer Questions About Tariff Refunds
A judge on the U.S. Court of International Trade, has indicated concern that the government has not fully complied with a directive to return all of the money amassed under…
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SEC proposes rule rescinding Biden-era climate risk disclosures
The agency’s proposal calls the 2024 climate disclosure rules “a dramatic overreach of the Commission’s statutory authority and, independently, unsound as a matter of policy.”
Lire la suite →UK Plans Tougher Penalties for Ships That Damage Subsea Cables
The UK government is preparing new legislation that would impose tougher penalties on shipowners and operators who intentionally or recklessly damage subsea telecommunications cables, citing growing concerns about threats to...
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Bondi refused to answer questions about Trump and Epstein files, Democrats say
Former US attorney general Pam Bondi rebuffed questions about President Donald Trump’s involvement in handling records of the Justice Department’s investigation of accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, Democratic lawmakers said.…
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Best Cybersecurity Tips to Secure Your ECommerce Store!
The world of ecommerce is a minefield, and cybersecurity should be at the forefront of your mind when you’re designing or setting up an online store. But, here’s the snag;…
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ABS launches industry-first nuclear-ready notation for marine and offshore assets
ABS has introduced the Nuclear-Ready Notation, becoming the first classification society to launch a dedicated framework supporting future nuclear conversion for marine and offshore assets. The notation is included in…
Lire la suite →Porsche Wins Felicity Ace Lawsuit as Cause of Fire Remains Unproven
Porsche has won a key legal battle stemming from the loss of the car carrier Felicity Ace, with a German court reportedly rejecting claims that a Porsche Taycan battery caused the...
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Canadian poison seller Kenneth Law pleads guilty to aiding suicides
The Canadian man who helped scores of people worldwide kill themselves by selling them poison pleaded guilty on Friday to 14 counts of aiding suicide, as prosecutors said they will…
Lire la suite →A Guide to Choosing a Blockchain Development Provider!
Blockchain is the hottest topic in today’s tech world. Being a decentralised digital ledger that eases and speeds up transactions, blockchain has long been associated only with the crypto market.…
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Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft initiative looks to boost sustainable data center tech
The initiative is backed by nonprofit investor Elemental Impact and also includes the Bill Gates-backed Breakthrough Energy Discovery, Salesforce and a philanthropic office founded by a Walmart heir.
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Quarter of Big Oil Tankers Trapped by Iran War Have Escaped
Control over the corridor is central to tortuous negotiations between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending the conflict.
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Families of Baltimore bridge dead agree terms with Dali interests
Trial to determine liability goes ahead in US city on Monday Related StoriesSeanergy doubles newbuilding programme as Q1 results surgeCharterers favouring modern boxships amid elevated fuel pricesSteamship Mutual admits ‘pressure…
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