Author Archives: Kalees Thavamani

Middle East Conflict Triggers Tanker Shortage and Historic Surge in Oil Freight Rates

Freight rates for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) have surged to record levels as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt shipping flows…
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Ocean and Air Cargo Networks Face Delays, Surcharges and Route Disruptions

The escalating Middle East conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel is beginning to significantly disrupt global logistics networks, affecting both ocean…
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India Strengthens Shipping Strategy Amid Global Trade and Geopolitical Uncertainty

The Government of India has initiated high-level discussions with the National Shipping Board (NSB) to address emerging challenges in the country’s maritime sector…
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India’s Maritime Regulator Calls for Fair and Transparent Freight Pricing

India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) has issued a warning to global shipping lines following complaints from exporters regarding non-transparent and excessive…
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