Tag: Israel

Maersk has released a statement explaining that it has suspended vessel calls at the Port of Haifa, Israel, for Maersk-operated vessels due to the Israel-Iran conflict

Israel has jeopardized maritime safety by attacking Iranian energy infrastructure along the Persian Gulf coastline, a senior Iranian official stated on 18 June.

Brent crude rose from $69 to $74 highlighting the global energy significance of the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran-Israel tensions, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) pointed out.

Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta, notes that geopolitical tensions are once again posing a threat to the safety and stability of global supply chains.

The India's Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued an advisory urging all Indian-flagged vessels and Indian seafarers operating at Iranian ports or passing through the Strait of Hormuz to remain cautious and vigilant due to the evolving situation in the region.

Commercial vessels operating in the Middle East are facing growing navigational risks due to widespread electronic interference, particularly GPS jamming and spoofing, Bloomberg reports. 

Tensions in the Middle East have risen significantly, raising concerns about potential escalations in military activity that could disrupt shipping through key waterways like the Gulf, the Gulf of Oman, and the Straits of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). 

Israel has issued an evacuation warning for three Houthi-controlled ports, following recent airstrikes and tension in the area.

Gaza and Israel reached a ceasefire agreement, but shipping industry remains uncertain about potential continuation of attacks on vessels.

Gard P&I Club's local correspondents in Israel and Lebanon report that all ports, including Haifa and Beirut, are operating normally, but the Club advises operators to stay updated as changes are likely to come up.