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Key Takeaways From Trump-Putin Talks: Ukraine, Energy, NATO, Sanctions

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 20, 2025

The first meeting between Russia and the United States since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict was held to restore relations and prepare the ground for a peaceful resolution. What has been discussed so far? UKRAINE WAR Donald Trump, the U.S. president, says that he wants a quick end to the war.

Jordan offers to purchase up to 120,000 tonnes of wheat, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 19, 2025

The state grain buyer of Jordan has announced an international tender for up to 120,000 tons of milling whey that can come from optional origins. The deadline to submit price offers for the tender is February 25. Traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan failed to purchase 120…

US crude exports in India reached a 2-year high in February as Russia sanctions bite

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 6, 2025

Ship tracking data revealed that U.S. crude oil exports to India reached their highest level in two years last month, as refiners sought alternatives to Russian tankers and producers after the U.S. tightened sanctions. Kpler's ship tracking data showed that the U.S.

South Korea's NOFI buys estimated 133,000 T corn, traders say

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 27, 2025

European traders reported that the leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), bought approximately 133,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn at an international auction on Thursday. Two consignments of corn were purchased for South Korea, both in May and in June.

South Korea's NOFI buys estimated 133,000 T corn, traders say

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 27, 2025

European traders reported that the leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), bought approximately 133,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn at an international auction on Thursday. Two consignments of corn were purchased for South Korea, both in May and in June.

Jordan offers to purchase up to 120,000 tonnes of wheat, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 27, 2025

Jordan's state grain purchaser has announced an international tender for up to 120,000 tons of milling whey that can come from optional origins. The deadline for submitting price offers to the tender is March 11, 2019. Traders had expected a new announcement after Jordan failed to purchase 120…

South Korea's KFA purchased 65,000 T of corn from the United States, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 26, 2025

According to European traders, the Korea Feed Association in South Korea bought an estimated 65,000 tons of animal feed grain expected to come from the United States on Tuesday in a private transaction without holding an international tender.

Bangladesh launches new tender for rice purchase of 50,000 tonnes, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 25, 2025

The state grain buyer of Bangladesh has announced a new international bid to buy 50,000 metric tonnes of rice. The deadline to submit price offers is March 11, 2019. After a heavily damaged domestic crop last year, Bangladesh continues to purchase large quantities of rice on international markets.

South Korea's NOFI purchased about 60,000 T of soymeal.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 25, 2025

The leading South Korean animal feed manufacturer Nonghyup Feed Inc., (NOFI), purchased around 60,000 tons of soymeal in a private transaction on Friday. This deal was made without announcing an international tender. The estimated price was $364.66 per ton, cost and freight included.

Goldman Sachs does not believe that the ceasefire in Ukraine will boost Russian output

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 19, 2025

Goldman Sachs stated on Wednesday that a potential ceasefire in Ukraine and the resulting easing of sanctions against Russia is unlikely to increase Russia's crude oil flow. The administration of U.S. president Donald Trump said Tuesday that it had agreed to have more talks with Russia. In Ukraine.

Bangladesh prepares for a recycling boom

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 18, 2025

Shipbreaking is a global problem that requires urgent attention. On 15 km of coastline, Sitakunda is home to 30 ship-breaking yards. These yards recycle 38% of all dead ships in the world and provide steel scraps to Bangladesh's flourishing manufacturing industry.

Sources say that alternative Chinese terminals are now available to accept sanctioned tankers.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 13, 2025

Five sources and shipping data indicate that a few newer Chinese terminals have recently begun receiving oil tankers sanctioned from the U.S. This has provided logistical relief after a large port operator suddenly banned such deliveries last week.

The FLC of South Korea is believed to have not purchased the 65,000 T of feed wheat in the tender

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 12, 2025

European traders claim that the Feed Leaders Committee of South Korea (FLC) did not purchase any animal feed wheat in an international auction for up to 65,000 tons on Wednesday. FLC received an initial offer of $267.35 per ton, cost and freight included (c&f).

South Korea's MFG purchases around 115,000 metric tonnes feed wheat

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 12, 2025

Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) bought 115,000 metric tonnes of animal feed wheat on Wednesday in private deals without issuing a tender to the international market, European traders reported. A consignment of 55,000 tons was purchased for an estimated $265.00 per ton c&f…

Jordan offers to purchase up to 120,000 tonnes of wheat, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 12, 2025

The state grain buyer of Jordan has announced an international tender for up to 120,000 tons of milling-wheat, from which the origin can be chosen, European traders reported on Wednesday. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is February 18.

Traders say that Jordan is believed to have passed on 120,000 T of wheat.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 11, 2025

European traders claim that Jordan's state grain purchaser is not believed to have purchased any milling wheat in the international tender for 120,000 metric tonnes of milling which ended on Tuesday. In the coming days, traders expect a new wheat tender to be released. The deadline is February 18.

Oman and Australia LNG vessels move west, including one via the Red Sea as Europe increases LNG supply

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 10, 2025

Shiptracking data revealed on Monday that at least three LNG vessels from Oman and Australia were heading west to deliver the gas, one of which was sailing through the Red Sea. This is because higher prices in Europe are continuing to attract more supplies.

Oman and Australia LNG vessels move west, including one via the Red Sea as Europe increases LNG supply

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 10, 2025

Shiptracking data revealed on Monday that at least three LNG vessels from Oman and Australia were heading west to deliver the gas, one of which was sailing through the Red Sea. This is because higher prices in Europe are continuing to attract more supplies.

Governor places parts of Russia's Sakhalin in high alert following cargo ship run aground

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 8, 2025

The governor of Russia's Sakhalin Region said that a district has been placed on high alert following the stranding of a cargo vessel off the southwest coast Sakhalin Island. The governor of Ukraine, Valery Limarenko said in a Telegram message…

Jordanian traders claim that they will buy up to 120,00 T of feed barley.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 6, 2025

European traders reported on Thursday that Jordan's state grain buyer had issued an international tender for the purchase of up to 120,000 tons of animal feed barley. The deadline to submit price proposals in the tender is 12 February. Traders…

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