As part of our recent webinar following MEPC 83, two of LR’s regulatory and advisory experts explained that the proposed mid-term GHG reduction measures, while challenging, can also present commercial opportunities if properly managed. Despite the comp…
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As of early May 2025, the crude oil trading relationship between the United States and Venezuela has undergone a major disruption, primarily due to recent geopolitical and regulatory shifts. The most pivotal development occurred in March 2025, when the…
Tanker – Weekly Market Monitor: Venezuela’s Crude Oil Exports Trends Read More »
Ship recycling has kept its lackluster performance for yet another week. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), a leading cash buyer of ships said that “the ship recycling market remained under pressure this week, with most locat…
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As of mid-April 2025, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has finalized and refined its Section 301 maritime policy, significantly altering the landscape for vessels linked to China. The updated regulations, set to take effect on October 14, 2025, no…
As ports contend with rising trade volumes, stricter environmental regulations, and increasing expectations for operational efficiency, long-standing practices are coming under scrutiny. Among these, mooring remains one of the most hazardous and ineffi…
Modernizing Mooring: A leap of faith or a strategic advantage? Read More »