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GRAINS-Cattle tensions in the Black Sea push Chicago wheat higher; soy prices rise on bargain buying

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 5, 2026

Chicago wheat futures rose on Monday, despite the 'ample' global supply and uncertainty about Black Sea export flows. After five sessions of declining prices, wheat, corn and soya all showed?modest? gains. Chicago Board of Trade's (CBOT's) most…

UN chief on Venezuela action by US sets a 'dangerous precedence'

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 3, 2026

His spokesperson stated on Saturday that Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was deeply concerned by the U.S. military actions in Venezuela, which "sets a dangerous precedent." This is ahead of an expected?U.N. Security Council meeting. Diplomats…

Blake Horvath and Navy seniors end their careers in style by beating Cincinnati in the Liberty Bowl

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 2, 2026

Blake Horvath, who threw and ran two touchdowns passes to Navy's advantage in the Liberty Bowl in Memphis on Friday night in the rain, led Navy to a 35-13 win over Cincinnati. Eli Heidenreich had 126 yards of offense, including a touchdown reception.

The differentials remain the same

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 2, 2026

The differentials between Caspian and Urals crude oil remained unchanged on Friday, in a'mild' market. Russia -and a few of its neighbouring countries - were off for the New Year holiday. There were no bids or offers reported to Platts on Friday for Urals, Azeri BTC - and CPC Blend.

NY Times: Russia requests that US stop pursuing a fleeing oil tanker

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 1, 2026

The?U.S. has been asked by Russia to stop its pursuit of a?oil tanker 'that was destined for Venezuela and is now fleeing the U.S. Coast Guard in the Atlantic Ocean, according to a report from Thursday’s New York Times. The New York Times reported on Thursday that the U.S.

US Coast Guard searches for survivors after strike on suspected drug vessels

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 31, 2025

The United States Coast Guard?is searching for survivors of?a?U.S. U.S. officials announced on Wednesday that a military strike was conducted against a convoy suspected of carrying drugs in the Pacific Ocean. Since September, the Trump administration…

Treasury website shows that US sanctions target crude oil tankers and firms as part of new Venezuela-related sanctions

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 31, 2025

As President Donald Trump's government increases pressure on Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, the United States imposed sanctions on four companies that it claimed were involved in Venezuela's oil industry. In a press release, the U.S. Treasury…

The Navy hopes to beat the Cincinnati team in Liberty Bowl despite their opt-out.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 31, 2025

It's not easy to play against a service academy at a bowl. Navy, Army, and Air Force combined have won seven consecutive bowl games since 2021, despite playing against power-conference teams four times. Cincinnati is next in line for a challenge between service academies.

Taiwan remains on high alert after Chinese ships withdraw from massive drills

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 30, 2025

Taiwan remained on high alert Wednesday following China's massive military drills around the island on Tuesday. It kept its emergency maritime response center?running?, said the head of the island coast guard. China conducted the exercises "Justice Mission 2025"…

Red Wings show their self-belief in welcoming sinking Jets

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 30, 2025

Detroit Red Wings are likely to start the new year in a tie for first place with the Atlantic Division. The Red Wings can keep sole possession of the division with a victory over Winnipeg on Wednesday in Detroit's annual "New Year's Eve" home game.

Chicago grains and oilseeds drop as Black Sea, China headlines are assessed

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 29, 2025

Analysts say that Chicago grains and oilseeds declined on Monday, as traders weighed the impact of news coming out of Russia, Ukraine, and China. Positive signals came out of the talks between U.S. president Donald Trump and Ukrainian president…

Chicago grains and oilseeds drop as Black Sea and China headlines are assessed

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 29, 2025

Analysts say that Chicago grains and oilseeds declined on Monday due to a lack of trading during the holiday season. Market players were weighing how news from Russia Ukraine and China would affect markets. Positive signals came out of the talks between U.S.

Chicago wheat down as Black Sea Peace hopes are assessed; soybeans, corn and also down

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 29, 2025

Prices have been lowered by?talks' between U.S. president Donald Trump and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy to end the conflict in Ukraine. A possible end to the conflict in Ukraine could have a negative impact on wheat markets, as removing…

Grain-Chicago Wheat gains due to Black Sea concerns. Soybeans rise and corn remains flat

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 29, 2025

Chicago wheat futures were slightly higher on Monday, as concerns about Black Sea export tensions continued despite the?positive signals? from talks between U.S. president Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy regarding ending the war.

Master Lock Comanche takes line honours at Sydney to Hobart race

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 28, 2025

Master Lock Comanche won the Sydney to Hobart race on Sunday, after a three-way battle with supermaxis LawConnect (the winner) and HSK Scallywag100 (second). Comanche, owned by Matt Allen and James Mayo, finished the race in just two days, five hours…

LawConnect takes the lead early in Sydney-Hobart race

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

LawConnect, the defending line honours champion, took the early lead on Friday in the Sydney-Hobart yacht racing race. The fleet of 129 supermaxis pushed out from a cloudy Sydney Harbour into the choppy seas of the South Pacific. LawConnect…

Russia compares US blockade Venezuela to piratery

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

The Russian Foreign Ministry said that the United States is reviving piratery and banditry by blocking Venezuela. It hoped President Donald Trump’s pragmatic approach would prevent a catastrophe. Maria Zakharova, spokeswoman for the Foreign Ministry…

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex 'Wong, 'global chief strategist at Hanwha Group said that the?Philly Shipyard of Hanwha has the ability to build a nuclear-powered submarine? for the U.S. Navy. Wong stated during Hanwha's Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday that "the U.S.

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex Wong is the global chief strategy officer of Hanwha Group. According to a press release issued by the South Korean firm on Thursday, the company's Philly Shipyard can build a nuclear submarine for the U.S. Navy. Wong, who spoke at the Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday…

White House orders US Forces to Focus on "Quarantine" of Venezuelan Oil for Next Two Months

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 24, 2025

A U.S. official said on Wednesday that the 'White House' has ordered U.S. military forces to concentrate almost exclusively?on enforcing "quarantine", or the ban, of Venezuelan crude oil for the next at least two months. The official stated that "while military options still exist…

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