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Silent Battle at the Ports: China as the Trojan Horse for the U.S. Economy!
Sea News – International Service – U.S. officials have warned of potential cybersecurity threats from the use of Chinese-made cranes at key ports in the country. According to American security experts, cranes manufactured by the Chinese…
Fluctuations in the Maritime Transport Market in the Bulk and Tanker Sectors
Maritime Transport Market Fluctuations in Bulk and Tanker Sectors Last week, the maritime transport market witnessed various fluctuations in both the Bulk and Tanker sectors. In the Bulk segment, different types of vessels, including…
The container ship charter market at a crossroads between stability and decline!
The container ship charter market experienced a relative decline in rates during the sixth week of 2025. The New ConTex Index, which serves as a benchmark for assessing charter rates in the global market, fell by 0.6% to 1,412 points. This…
Maritime Diplomacy: The Necessity of Today Against Trump’s Pressures!
With the return of Donald Trump to power, the "maximum pressure" policy against the Islamic Republic of Iran has once again been placed on the White House's agenda. In his first executive order, the new President of the United States has…
The Impact of Global Developments on the Container Ship Charter Market
The New ConTex Index is one of the key benchmarks for evaluating container ship charter rates in the maritime transport market. This index assesses rental rates for various types of container ships with different capacities and lease…
Record-Breaking Performance at Shahid Rajaee Port; Over 2,000 Cars Unloaded in 12 Hours!
According to Sea News, for the first time this year, the largest Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessel carrying over 2,000 cars docked at Shahid Rajaee Port, and its unloading operation was successfully completed. This operation, considered a…
Predictions Fall Short: Caspian Sea Water Level Decline Exceeds Expectations
The Caspian Sea, an unparalleled resource for coastal nations, including Iran, is facing new and alarming environmental challenges that have brought its crisis to the forefront. These issues go beyond previous crises such as water level…
Positive Growth in the Container Ship Charter Market in 2025 with Rising Rates
the latest report from the New ConTex Index dated January 16, 2025, indicates a slight increase in the container ship charter market. The New ConTex index reached 1430 this week, reflecting a 0.6% rise compared to the previous week and a…
Return to the Red Sea? Maybe Another Time!
Following the announcement of a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, two major shipping companies, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, have announced that they will not immediately return to the Red Sea. These companies emphasized that they will closely…
Red Sea: A Stage for Resistance and Redefining the Balance of Power in the Region
The announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has once again drawn attention to the geopolitical significance of the Red Sea. This strategic waterway plays a vital role in connecting the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean via the…