US Escorts Commercial Ships Through Strait Amid Iranian Threats
Two U.S. Flagged- Commercial Ships Sail Through the Strait 1⃣Project Freedom: U.S. mission to escort merchant vessels 2⃣Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) advisory and security threats 3⃣Iranian verbal warnings and threats to shipping 4⃣Marine Corps armed guards on ships 5⃣Role of Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Officers (SSOs), Tactical Advisors (TACADs) & Naval Cooperation and Guidance for Shipping (NCAGS)
Sang Yi Appointed President and CEO of AAPA Seaports
The former Deputy Administrator of @DOTMARAD, Sang Yi, was just named as President and CEO of @AAPASeaports. https://t.co/0aoWXgQCls
Two US Flag Ships Exit Gulf via Hormuz
🚨2 US FLAG SHIPS OUT🚨 Last night @CENTCOM accomplished several goals. 1️⃣They transited and are operating Burke-class destroyers in the Perisan/Arabian Gulf 2️⃣Two of the Five US flag ships were able to depart the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz. 3️⃣This was part of...
US Ships in Strait Amid Iranian Fire, CENTCOM Confirms
If Iran is shooting at US ships in the Strait, what are those US ships doing in the area? While President Trump has continually announced statements regarding the Strait, we have a CENTCOM announcement about the use of forces. https://t.co/WENtKeC9uQ
Shot at Iranian‑flagged MV Touska: Clearly Hostile Act
We shot at MV Touska on April 19, an Iranian-flagged containership. That seems like a hostile act.
New Yellow Fleet Highlights Piracy, Blockades, Mariner Plight
Hoped on @BBCAMERICA to discuss Somali pirates, dueling blockades in the Strait of Hormuz and Arabian Sea, and the plight of trapped merchant mariners in the Persian Gulf - a new Yellow Fleet. @campbelledu https://t.co/ukq7OkQuz8
US Still Reliant on Persian Gulf Oil and Resources
Tell me again how the Persian Gulf does not impact the US? 8% of our oil imports (approx 250M bbls) comes through the Strait of Hormuz. The world is pulling WTI crude out of the US at record levels, along with refined...
Falling On‑Water Oil Stocks Threaten Five‑Year Low
The @IEA report Oil Market Report for 14 April highlights the issue of falling stocks on water. Fortunately, inventories are high, but the rate of decline can place these inventories below the levels of the past five years very...
Evaluating the Jones Act Waiver’s Effectiveness and Necessity
Is the Jones Act Waiver Working and is it Necessary? 1⃣Jones Act Extension Overview 2⃣Impact on Fuel Prices 3⃣Operations of Jones Act Tankers Around the US 4⃣Waiver Case Study: MT Cabo Deseado 5⃣Tanker Replacement Program https://t.co/0PrYL6USK1
Red Sea Tanker Transits Jump 66%, Eclipsing Pre‑crisis Levels
Red Sea tanker transits surpass pre-Houthi crisis levels in rush to secure Saudi barrels ▶️379 crude oil tanker transits recorded in March, up 66% month on month ▶️Dark transits surge as many tanker operators opt to disable AIS while sailing past Houthi-controlled...
Contract Secured to Remove MSC Baltic III Wreck
Contract Awarded for the Removal of the MSC Baltic III Wreck This ship was wrecked in February 2025! https://t.co/m3PS7G5ghU #maritime #maritime-news
India Invests $5.4bn to Expand Fleet Amid Hormuz Risks
India unveils $5.4bn national fleet expansion amid rising Hormuz risks ▶️Investment to support 62 newbuildings spanning several vessel types ▶️Enhanced national fleet will boost India’s growing maritime presence as trade and port handling figures rise ▶️Safety of seafarers in the Hormuz remains crucial...
Jones Act Waiver Extension Sparks Heated Debate
The Jones Act waiver extension triggers explosive dialogue: The US Jones Act has long been a source of controversy and the latest waiver extension is no exception https://t.co/uklJMlUbQf
Empty Tankers Help Iran Outlast U.S. Blockade
Empty Tankers Are Extending Iran's Ability to Wait Out the U.S. Blockade https://t.co/igbWrJPUVA #maritime #maritime-news
Israel Seizes Gaza Aid Vessels in International Waters, Legality Questioned
"Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Ships in International Waters, Organizers Decry Move" By what authority does Israel seize ships on the high seas? While this ship may be heading to Gaza, they were in international waters. https://t.co/3lWsLF2Grc