Black Sea
Ukraine joined the regional seminar on maritime security in Varna
Topics include protection of underwater infrastructure, countering the “shadow fleet” and oil spill preparedness.
NATO steps up surveillance of Black Sea after series of attacks on ships
The alliance has not yet named the country responsible for the series of attacks on merchant ships.
Insurance for a voyage to Black Sea ports has risen in price to $2.5 million
The cost of insuring ships for voyages to the Black Sea ports of Ukraine and Russia in October 2026 increased to about $2.5 million per voyage.
Ukraine loses €60 million in export revenue every day due to Russian attacks, says Kallas
Ukraine is losing about €60 million in export revenue every day due to increased Russian attacks on export infrastructure and shipping in the Black Sea.
Port blockade threatens payment of rent for land shares, — Agrarian Council
As a result of the blockade of the Black Sea ports, farmers are already suffering financial losses, in particular, this may lead to delays in paying rent for land.
Sulina closed again due to bad weather: over 80 vessels are waiting at the roadstead
The Sulina Canal has been closed again since October 18 due to adverse weather conditions, while about 82 vessels have accumulated in the roadstead.
The Black Sea has become more dangerous than the Strait of Hormuz, — The Guardian
More sailors have died in the Black Sea in a week and a half than US soldiers in the entire war with Iran.
Vessels refuse to enter Bulgarian ports, putting 5 million tons of wheat at risk
Some ships have already refused to enter, others are delayed in the southern part of the Black Sea.
Romania resumes search for missing sailors from tanker Wine Trader
Romania continues to search for seven missing sailors who were part of the crew of the tanker Wine Trader, which was attacked by drones.
The government has updated the rules for protecting water areas from pollution.
In particular, the new rules tighten the requirements for the discharge of ship water, waste management and the use of chemicals.
