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U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships, including an uncrewed surface vessel, navigate the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a region of heightened military presence and geopolitical significance due to Iran's proximity and influence

At the heart of global oil–The indispensable Hormuz Strait

The strategic significance of the Hormuz Strait, as detailed by Port Economics, Management and Policy in their work by Theo Notteboom, Alfred Baird, and Jean-Paul Rodrigue, remains an undeniable force in global maritime affairs

A large red-decked tanker ship sailing through rough seas, with waves crashing against its side and mist rising from the deck, indicating challenging maritime conditions

Raging seas: How geopolitical turmoil rocks global shipping

The maritime industry faces a relentless barrage of geopolitical risks, from trade wars to armed conflicts. With every new crisis, shipping routes, costs, and security concerns shift unpredictably, keeping global trade on edge

A U.S. Navy sailor observes the sea through binoculars from a military vessel, with a mounted machine gun nearby. In the background, the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower sails through calm waters, while a military helicopter hovers in the sky. The scene reflects heightened naval security in the Middle East amid regional tensions

Editorial #2

Rising tensions in the Middle East threaten maritime trade, as Israel braces for Iran’s response and Hezbollah escalates attacks near key shipping routes. What’s next for global supply chains