Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the US lifting its blockade on Iranian ports and ending the ongoing conflict, while suggesting that nuclear negotiations be addressed in a later phase. The offer comes amid heightened diplomatic activity involving Iran, Russia and global stakeholders seeking to stabilise West Asia.
According to international maritime bodies, nearly 20,000 seafarers remain stranded in the Gulf as disruptions continue to impact global trade flows. With calls from the UN and European leaders urging immediate reopening of the Strait, the development highlights growing international pressure to restore safe and uninterrupted navigation through one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
BIMCO’s Chief Safety & Security Officer Jakob Larsen has flagged escalating security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting growing uncertainty for global shipping amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US. He pointed to vessel detentions, restricted transit routes and reports of potential scams as factors complicating safe navigation for ships in the region.
Larsen noted that limited safe corridors and possible mine threats are continuing to constrain vessel movement, with normal traffic unlikely to resume without a stable ceasefire and coordinated assurances. He emphasised that restoring confidence in transit safety will be critical, as disruptions in the Strait continue to impact global trade flows and seafarer security.
The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool) with a sovereign guarantee of Rs 12,980 crore, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted and affordable maritime insurance for Indian trade. The pool will cover key risks including hull and machinery, cargo, protection and indemnity (P&I) and war risk, supporting vessels linked to Indian trade routes even in volatile geopolitical conditions.
The initiative is designed to reduce dependence on global insurance providers and strengthen India’s resilience against disruptions caused by sanctions or conflict. By building domestic underwriting capacity and specialised expertise, the BMI Pool is set to enhance self-reliance, improve risk management and safeguard the continuity of India’s maritime trade ecosystem.
India’s Major Ports have cleared the bulk of backlog cargo following disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, with coordinated efforts and continuous monitoring helping restore normal operations. Timely intervention by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways ensured minimal impact on trade and improved cargo movement across key ports.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has also called for complete transparency in shipping-related charges, directing authorities to ensure fair practices and timely relief for stakeholders. The focus remains on maintaining efficiency, protecting trade interests and strengthening resilience across the maritime sector.
Shipping activity around the Strait of Hormuz remains cautious following the proposed two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran, as operators await clarity on safe transit protocols. Vessels in the Persian Gulf are expected to prioritise exit, but only with coordinated guidance to minimise security and navigational risks.
Ongoing concerns around congestion, potential miscommunication and regional instability continue to impact movement decisions. Even if conditions stabilise, limited vessel inflow and delayed oil export recovery are likely to influence global shipping dynamics in the near term.
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has achieved a major milestone in FY 2025–26 (year-to-date), surpassing 8 million TEUs in container throughput while recording an all-time high cargo handling of 100 million metric tonnes (MMT). This marks the port’s highest-ever annual performance, reinforcing its position as India’s leading container gateway.
The achievement reflects strong collaboration across the maritime ecosystem, with terminal operators and stakeholders playing a key role in driving efficiency and growth. With continued focus on infrastructure expansion, digital transformation and ease of doing business, JNPA is steadily strengthening its capabilities to support rising trade volumes and advance India’s ambitions as a global maritime hub.
Day 2 at Exim India’s CTL-BHP 2026 shifted focus to the evolving dynamics of global trade, with insightful discussions on strategies, compliance and the future of international business. Industry experts, policymakers and trade leaders came together to address key challenges, opportunities and the path forward in an increasingly complex global landscape.
With strong participation from across the cargo, logistics and EXIM ecosystem, the sessions highlighted the importance of adaptability, digital transformation and informed decision-making in driving sustainable trade growth.
Exim India’s CTL-BHP 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, brought together the global cargo and logistics fraternity for its 16th edition, with Day 1 spotlighting Breakbulk, Heavylift and Project Cargo logistics. Featuring over 180 exhibitors, 80+ distinguished speakers, and thousands of industry stakeholders, the event delivered a comprehensive platform for innovation, knowledge exchange and high-impact networking.
The inaugural sessions and technical discussions highlighted India’s accelerating logistics growth, the need for a resilient national shipping ecosystem, and the rising role of technology, sustainability and multimodal solutions. From AI-driven transformation to evolving project cargo complexities, the conference reinforced India’s position at a pivotal stage in global trade, driven by infrastructure expansion, policy support and industry collaboration.
The session on “Strategies and Compliances for Way forward in International Trade” addressed the rapid digitization of India's trade processes and the future of compliance for the short and long term. Moderator: • Mr. Mihir Ajit Shah, Advisor, Consultant & Trainer in International Business
Panelists: • Mr. Rishi Kant Tiwari, Director (Regional Head), Federation of Indian Export Organisations (Western Region) • Mr. Hari Vinod, Asst. General Manager, ECGC Ltd. • Representative from Bank Join the conversations shaping the future of global cargo and logistics.
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Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the US lifting its blockade on Iranian ports and ending the ongoing conflict, while suggesting that nuclear negotiations be addressed in a later phase. The offer comes amid heightened diplomatic activity involving Iran, Russia and global stakeholders seeking to stabilise West Asia.
According to international maritime bodies, nearly 20,000 seafarers remain stranded in the Gulf as disruptions continue to impact global trade flows. With calls from the UN and European leaders urging immediate reopening of the Strait, the development highlights growing international pressure to restore safe and uninterrupted navigation through one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
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BIMCO’s Chief Safety & Security Officer Jakob Larsen has flagged escalating security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting growing uncertainty for global shipping amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US. He pointed to vessel detentions, restricted transit routes and reports of potential scams as factors complicating safe navigation for ships in the region.
Larsen noted that limited safe corridors and possible mine threats are continuing to constrain vessel movement, with normal traffic unlikely to resume without a stable ceasefire and coordinated assurances. He emphasised that restoring confidence in transit safety will be critical, as disruptions in the Strait continue to impact global trade flows and seafarer security.
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The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool) with a sovereign guarantee of Rs 12,980 crore, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted and affordable maritime insurance for Indian trade. The pool will cover key risks including hull and machinery, cargo, protection and indemnity (P&I) and war risk, supporting vessels linked to Indian trade routes even in volatile geopolitical conditions.
The initiative is designed to reduce dependence on global insurance providers and strengthen India’s resilience against disruptions caused by sanctions or conflict. By building domestic underwriting capacity and specialised expertise, the BMI Pool is set to enhance self-reliance, improve risk management and safeguard the continuity of India’s maritime trade ecosystem.
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India’s Major Ports have cleared the bulk of backlog cargo following disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, with coordinated efforts and continuous monitoring helping restore normal operations. Timely intervention by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways ensured minimal impact on trade and improved cargo movement across key ports.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has also called for complete transparency in shipping-related charges, directing authorities to ensure fair practices and timely relief for stakeholders. The focus remains on maintaining efficiency, protecting trade interests and strengthening resilience across the maritime sector.
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Shipping activity around the Strait of Hormuz remains cautious following the proposed two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran, as operators await clarity on safe transit protocols. Vessels in the Persian Gulf are expected to prioritise exit, but only with coordinated guidance to minimise security and navigational risks.
Ongoing concerns around congestion, potential miscommunication and regional instability continue to impact movement decisions. Even if conditions stabilise, limited vessel inflow and delayed oil export recovery are likely to influence global shipping dynamics in the near term.
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#EXIMIndia #EXIMNews #GlobalShipping #StraitOfHormuz #MaritimeSecurity #OilTrade #SupplyChain #Geopolitics
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Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has achieved a major milestone in FY 2025–26 (year-to-date), surpassing 8 million TEUs in container throughput while recording an all-time high cargo handling of 100 million metric tonnes (MMT). This marks the port’s highest-ever annual performance, reinforcing its position as India’s leading container gateway.
The achievement reflects strong collaboration across the maritime ecosystem, with terminal operators and stakeholders playing a key role in driving efficiency and growth. With continued focus on infrastructure expansion, digital transformation and ease of doing business, JNPA is steadily strengthening its capabilities to support rising trade volumes and advance India’s ambitions as a global maritime hub.
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Day 2 at Exim India’s CTL-BHP 2026 shifted focus to the evolving dynamics of global trade, with insightful discussions on strategies, compliance and the future of international business. Industry experts, policymakers and trade leaders came together to address key challenges, opportunities and the path forward in an increasingly complex global landscape.
With strong participation from across the cargo, logistics and EXIM ecosystem, the sessions highlighted the importance of adaptability, digital transformation and informed decision-making in driving sustainable trade growth.
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As we celebrate Ram Navami, may the principles of trust and righteousness continue to strengthen partnerships and global trade.
Wishing you prosperity and progress.
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Exim India’s CTL-BHP 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, brought together the global cargo and logistics fraternity for its 16th edition, with Day 1 spotlighting Breakbulk, Heavylift and Project Cargo logistics. Featuring over 180 exhibitors, 80+ distinguished speakers, and thousands of industry stakeholders, the event delivered a comprehensive platform for innovation, knowledge exchange and high-impact networking.
The inaugural sessions and technical discussions highlighted India’s accelerating logistics growth, the need for a resilient national shipping ecosystem, and the rising role of technology, sustainability and multimodal solutions. From AI-driven transformation to evolving project cargo complexities, the conference reinforced India’s position at a pivotal stage in global trade, driven by infrastructure expansion, policy support and industry collaboration.
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The session on “Strategies and Compliances for Way forward in International Trade” addressed the rapid digitization of India's trade processes and the future of compliance for the short and long term.
Moderator:
• Mr. Mihir Ajit Shah, Advisor, Consultant & Trainer in International Business
Panelists:
• Mr. Rishi Kant Tiwari, Director (Regional Head), Federation of Indian Export Organisations (Western Region)
• Mr. Hari Vinod, Asst. General Manager, ECGC Ltd. • Representative from Bank
Join the conversations shaping the future of global cargo and logistics.
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📌 Date: 17th–18th March 2026
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