India is stepping up efforts to reduce its dependence on imported fruits while simultaneously promoting the export of domestically grown horticultural produce, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the agricultural trade balance. Government officials and industry stakeholders are focusing on enhancing domestic production capacity, improving post-harvest infrastructure, and expanding cold chain networks to […]
India’s efforts to support exporters hit by cargo disruptions due to the ongoing Iran conflict have exposed a key policy gap: while the government can direct relief at ports, it lacks the authority to regulate pricing by global container shipping lines. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways had instructed state-owned port authorities to offer […]
Two liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers departing from Ras Laffan, Qatar, were forced to turn back after heading eastward toward the Strait of Hormuz, according to ship-tracking data released Monday, highlighting ongoing disruptions to energy flows amid escalating regional conflict. The vessels—Al Daayen and Rasheeda—had loaded cargoes in late February, data from Kpler and LSEG […]
India is moving to secure up to 2.5 million tonnes of urea from global markets as supply disruptions in West Asia tighten availability and raise concerns over fertilizer security ahead of the upcoming agricultural season. The move comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and logistical bottlenecks in key exporting regions, which have constrained shipments and driven […]
Two more Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers, Green Asha and Green Sanvi, have successfully exited the Gulf carrying fuel cargoes bound for India, according to ship-tracking data from LSEG and Kpler. The vessels have crossed the Gulf region and are currently navigating the eastern side of the Strait of Hormuz. With their passage, the […]
Iran on Sunday reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to global shipping, except vessels linked to its “enemies,” referring to the United States and Israel. The statement comes amid rising tensions over access to the vital corridor that carries nearly 20% of the world’s crude oil supply. Tehran signalled willingness to work with […]
Argentina has significantly ramped up its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) exports to India, doubling shipment volumes in response to ongoing supply disruptions from West Asia. The shift underscores India’s efforts to diversify sourcing and ensure energy security amid geopolitical tensions affecting traditional suppliers. Trade sources indicate that increased LPG cargoes from Argentina are helping to […]
Air freight rates have surged sharply as ongoing disruptions across the Middle East tighten cargo capacity and strain global supply chains. Industry sources report that reduced flight frequencies, rerouting of aircraft, and heightened operational risks have significantly limited available air cargo space, particularly on routes connecting Asia and Europe. The disruptions have forced carriers to […]
Hapag-Lloyd has outlined contingency measures to manage cargo shipments to and from the Gulf region as geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt key maritime routes. The shipping line said the plans are designed to ensure cargo movement remains as stable as possible despite the evolving situation in West Asia. According to the company, the contingency framework […]
Rising tensions in the Middle East are expected to drive up steel prices globally as surging oil costs and higher freight rates put additional pressure on production and supply chains, according to industry sources. Analysts note that the Gulf region is a critical hub for crude oil exports, and any disruption in shipping through key […]