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Last week, South Korea's FLC purchased about 65,000 t corn from the U.S.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 10, 2025

The Feed Leaders Committee of South Korea (FLC) purchased around 65,000 tons of animal feed grain expected to come from the United States, in a private transaction late last week. This was done without launching an international tender. They…

US soybeans will reach China despite tariffs

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 9, 2025

Sources and shipping data indicate that China will receive approximately 3 million metric tonnes of U.S. soya beans in April-May. This is despite the new tariffs on American goods, which are set to choke off China's biggest U.S. import. Four…

South Korea will buy around 80,000 metric tonnes of rice, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 7, 2025

European traders reported on Monday that the state-backed Agro Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation of South Korea has published international tenders for the purchase of about 80,000 tons metric tonnages (tonnages) rice. The deadline for submitting price offers to tenders is April 15, 2019.

South Korea's KFA purchased about 65,000 T of corn in a private deal, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 3, 2025

According to European traders, the Korea Feed Association in South Korea purchased approximately 65,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn on Thursday in a private transaction without launching an international tender. You can get corn from anywhere in the world.

Kremlin: Dmitriev, Putin's investment representative, may visit Washington

Posted to Maritime Reporter on April 2, 2025

The Kremlin confirmed on Wednesday that a visit by Kirill Dmitriev - the investment envoy of Russian President Vladimir Putin - to the United States to meet with Donald Trump's officials is possible. However, it declined to provide any additional details.

South Korea's MFG purchased around 55,000 metric tonnes feed wheat, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 28, 2025

Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) bought about 55,000 metric tonnes of animal feed wheat from anywhere in the world on Friday, without holding an international tender. A consignment of goods was purchased for an estimated cost and freight (c&f)…

LNG Canada will begin cooling down its plant next week, the final step to preparing for first LNG

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 24, 2025

On April 1, an LNG tanker will arrive in Canada to cool down the LNG Canada plant in Kitimat (British Columbia), which is considered to be the final step before production of supercooled gas begins at the plant. The delivery is scheduled for early April.

Taiwan bids on approximately 100,000 T of wheat from the U.S.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 24, 2025

European traders reported on Monday that the Taiwan Flour Millers' Association had issued an international bid to buy an estimated 100,000 metric tonnes of grade 1 milling grain to be sourced in the United States. The deadline for submitting price offers is the 27th of March.

South Korea's MFG purchases about 69,000 t corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 14, 2025

European traders reported that the Major Feedmill Group of South Korea (MFG) bought approximately 69,000 metric tonnes of animal feed corn from South America or South Africa at a Friday international tender. A consignment of a shipment was purchased at a cost and freight rate (c&f)…

China Shipowners Group says US Port Fee Proposal Breaks WTO Rules, US Law

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 13, 2025

According to a Thursday statement, the China Shipowners' Association is against a U.S. proposal that would impose hefty entry fees at ports on ocean cargo carriers who own vessels or have ordered them from China. The association says it violates both international laws and U.S. law.

South Korea's KFA purchased 65,000 T of corn, traders claim

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 13, 2025

According to European traders, the Korea Feed Association in South Korea bought an estimated 65,000 tons of animal feed grain from worldwide sources in a private transaction late on Wednesday night without holding an international tender. The…

The outlook for record Chinese soybean imports in the second quarter may ease supply constraints

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 13, 2025

Analysts and traders said that China will receive record soybean imports during the second quarter after delays in Brazilian shipments, and slow customs clearances, caused a shortage of supply, forcing several processors into a halt. According to a five-firm average…

Russell: Crude oil battle for market share may start in Asia

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 11, 2025

Saudi Arabia and Russia, the top crude oil exporters in Asia, are boosting their cargoes for the region that is world's largest importer. China, which is the largest oil importer in the world, has emerged as the ground zero of the two exporters…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.