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Vessel Attacked Near Khasab in Hormuz Strait, Crew Reported Safe
On September 17, 2026, a vessel was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, raising maritime security concerns. The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported the crew is safe, but details about the vessel and the attack remain undisclosed. Authorities are investigating, urging caution for vessels in the vital shipping lane... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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Oil Prices Slide as Saudi Arabia Restarts East-West Pipeline
Oil prices continue to decline as supply disruptions in the Middle East appear to ease. Following a recent drop, Brent crude hovers near $102 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate falls below $100. Saudi Arabia aims to restore operations along its East-West pipeline amid ongoing geopolitical tensions... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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Only 3 Commodity Vessels Transit Hormuz Strait Amid Traffic Decline
On Wednesday, only three commodity vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz, a sharp decline from 12 the previous day and well below the 10-day average of 17. This may not reflect actual traffic levels, as vessels with disabled tracking systems could be unaccounted for, suggesting significant changes in shipping patterns... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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Finnish Authorities Train for Undersea Sabotage Response
Finnish authorities conducted a live drill in the Baltic Sea, boarding a vessel to combat the rising threat of undersea sabotage. This exercise, prompted by recent damage to critical infrastructure, involved coast guard and police securing the ship. Officials stress the need for enhanced readiness amid evolving security challenges in the region... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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US-Iran Conflict Fuels Record Surge in VLCC Orders
In 2026, shipowners ordered over 217 Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), a significant increase from 93 the previous year, fueled by a $20 billion surge. This demand stems from the US-Iran conflict, reshaping trade routes and prompting refiners to seek alternative oil supplies amid safety concerns in critical transit areas... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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US Investigates Possible Hacks Aboard Gulf of Mexico Vessels
U.S. Coast Guard and FBI officials recently boarded two foreign commercial vessels in the Gulf of Mexico due to concerns over potential cyber intrusions. The operation, prompted by evidence of possible hacking, highlights escalating cyber threats amid ongoing tensions with Iran, raising alarms in maritime security circles regarding future incidents... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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New Sailing Pro System Launched for More Efficient Autonomous Sailing
Shipping Technology has launched ST Sailing Pro, an evolution of its ST Sailing track pilot, optimizing vessel steering and propulsion for autonomous sailing. Captains input destinations and times, while the system calculates the best course and engine power. It enhances fuel efficiency by an additional 10%, building on previous savings... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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Winter Energy Crunch Looms as European Gas Stocks Fall Below Target
Global LNG prices are set to rise this winter as Europe grapples with its lowest natural gas storage levels in years, currently at 67% capacity. Compounding this issue, North Asian buyers face increased competition amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting supply from Qatar and the UAE... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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Cormorant Helicopter Crews Carry Out Three Cruise Ship Evacuations
Search and rescue teams from 19 Wing Comox executed three medical evacuations from cruise ships near northern Vancouver Island in one week. The latest, on September 14, 2026, involved a distressed passenger located 450 kilometers northwest of Port Hardy, requiring swift action from a hovering Cormorant helicopter for their transfer... -Crew MirrorPosted On:18-Sep-2026
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