Marine News Briefing · 17 Oct 2026
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Marine News Briefing · 17 Oct 2026
A concise daily briefing of the maritime developments that matter most.
Anglo-Eastern Supports Entry into Service of Ammonia-Powered Bulk Carrier
CMB.TECH’s Mineral Europa, described as the world’s first ammonia-powered dry bulk carrier, has started its maiden voyage following a development and preparation programme supported by Anglo-Eastern.
Cyber extortion group claims data theft from 38 maritime companies
A cyber extortion group known as n0n has threatened to publish data allegedly taken from 38 shipping, port and logistics businesses unless multimillion-dollar ransoms are paid. The claims have not been independently verified.
Iran condemns alleged US use of VHF Channel 16 for military intimidation
Iran has criticised what it described as the use of the maritime distress and calling channel by the US military for intimidation and psychological pressure, following reports from crews and operators of threats in Persian over VHF Channel 16.
Container ship and bulk carrier sink near Strait of Hormuz after separate projectile incidents
Singapore-flagged container vessel GFS Pride and Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier Cape Dao have sunk near the Strait of Hormuz following separate projectile incidents, according to maritime authorities and IMO casualty data.
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