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Kazakhstan to complete investigation into deaths of servicemen during Caspian Sea exercises soon

Ammonia-Powered Bulk Carrier Takes on Green Fuel in Australian First

Australia has completed its first green ammonia bunkering operation involving an ammonia-powered bulk carrier, marking another step toward bringing alternative fuels into commercial shipping. The operation took place earlier this...

MARAD Approves $1 Billion Offshore Crude Oil Export Port Off Louisiana

The Trump administration has approved a $1 billion offshore crude oil export project off the coast of Louisiana, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for a facility designed to load some...

Brazilian builds boat from rubbish to collect more rubbish

A former Brazilian ocean canoeing champion has taken recycling to a floating extreme, constructing a boat from 230 discarded plastic containers so he can collect even more rubbish from the sea. Marcos Arnhold spent two months building the unusual craft in Guaratuba, southern Brazil, using 125 two-litre plastic bottles…

War Comes to NATO’s Black Sea Coast, and Shipping Starts Saying No

Maritime experts warn that the westward spread of attacks between Russia and Ukraine, toward NATO coastlines, is now having commercial consequences.

Rules for issuing military IDs changed in Kazakhstan

Tengrinews.kz — Kazakhstan has introduced amendments to the rules for issuing military IDs and registering citizens for military service. The relevant order was signed by the Minister of Defense. The document, dated October 21, 2026, was registered with the Ministry of Justice on October 30. The amendments affect seve…

Tokayev awarded King Abdullah II of Jordan the Order of Al-Farabi

Tengrinews.kz — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has awarded King Abdullah II of Jordan the Order of Al-Farabi. During his speech, the President described the King’s visit as a clear testament to the deepening strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Jordan, citing the Akorda press service. The President believes t…

IMO Backs Dominguez for Second Term Amid Shipping Attacks and Climate Deadlock

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council has backed Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez for a second four-year term, extending its support for his leadership despite the organization’s failure to adopt its landmark...

President of Tajikistan arrived in Kazakhstan

Tengrinews.kz — President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has arrived in Kazakhstan for an official visit. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev welcomed the distinguished guest at the Astana airport, citing Akorda. It was previously reported that President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon would pay an official visit to Kazakhstan…

Maersk’s 26-Ship LNG Order Adds Nearly Half a Million TEU to Newbuilding Pipeline

A.P. Moller-Maersk is pressing ahead with one of its largest containership ordering programs in years, confirming in its third-quarter earnings report that it has ordered 26 LNG dual-fuel vessels with...

“Animals lie motionless“: how the zoo responded to the complaints of Almaty residents

Tengrinews.kz — Almaty residents have raised concerns regarding the welfare of animals and the state of the city zoo's infrastructure. Following their visit, they demanded an investigation into the living conditions of the inhabitants. The Almaty Zoo administration has responded to these claims. "I was unpleasantly sh…

Up to +21 degrees: Almaty expects a warm weekend, while Astana faces rain and frost

Tengrinews.kz — Kazakhstan's two largest cities are set to experience different seasons this weekend. In Almaty outdoor activities can be planned with confidence, as temperatures are expected to reach +21°C by Sunday. Meanwhile, in Astana rain is forecast, and freezing temperatures will return Sunday night. Astana: Ra…

Adif president follows Puente out: what’s left of Spain’s freight agenda?

Adif president Luis Pedro Marco de la Peña has resigned, a day after Transport Minister Óscar Puente quit over the deadly Urda high-speed crash. With Spain’s rail leadership upended just weeks before the 29 November snap election, what does the shake-up mean for freight, from Adif’s new 2026–2030 funding deal to the R…

Tokayev assessed Jordan's role in maintaining peace in the Middle East

Tengrinews.kz — The President of Kazakhstan and the King of Jordan held talks in Astana, citing Akorda. During the negotiations, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev described the official visit of King Abdullah II of Jordan to Kazakhstan as a testament to the strong bonds of friendship, mutual respect, and solidarity between the tw…

The Hidden Liabilities In Maritime Acquisitions

What Buyers, Sellers and Investors Often Miss During Due DiligenceBy Sabrina Brigance, CMIP, Managing Director, Marine Practice, Hylant Maritime mergers and acquisitions can create significant opportunities for growth. Private equity...

France Extends Maritime Patrol Plane’s Stay in Black Sea After Cargo Ship Attacks

A French maritime patrol aircraft deployed to Romania to bolster surveillance after a series of deadly strikes on merchant ships in the Black Sea on the edge of NATO's eastern flank will extend its stay by several weeks, its commander said on Thursday.

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Astana

Tengrinews.kz — Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov has arrived in the capital of Kazakhstan to attend the Aqaba Process summit, citing the government's press service. The Aqaba Process is an international global security initiative launched in 2015 by King Abdullah II of Jordan. The format consists of a series of…

With an orchestra and a guard of honor: how the King of Jordan was welcomed at Akorda

Tengrinews.kz — An official welcoming ceremony for King Abdullah II of Jordan, who arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit, took place at the Akorda Presidential Palace. The President’s press service released footage of the solemn ceremony. In honor of the distinguished guest, a flight of the country’s Air Defense …

Photos of the meeting between Tokayev and the King of Jordan at Astana airport have been released

Tengrinews.kz — King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit on November 5. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at the Astana airport upon his arrival for the official visit. A guard of h…

One-day French national strike to disrupt rail freight

A one-day general strike in France today over the rising cost of living is expected to bring some disruption to rail freight, according to one major operator. The strike is expected to be particularly widespread across the French rail network and also highly-localised in certain areas such as the Greater Paris region,…

BP raises over $1bn from Aker BP stake sale

British energy major BP has raised about $1.06bn by selling part of its stake in Norwegian oil and gas producer Aker BP as it continues efforts to strengthen its balance sheet. The company sold 31.6m shares, representing around 5% of Aker BP’s total issued share capital, for NOK311 per share. The transaction generated…

Combined transport in Europe back in decline in Q3

Combined transport (CT) volumes in Europe fell by 1.23% in the third quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, according to UIRR. After a brief stabilisation in the spring, the sector is back in negative territory, and its members now expect a negative business climate for the next 12 months. UIRR said in…

Freight volume collapses by 36%: Ukrainian Railways set for more severe loss in 2026

National rail operator Ukrainian Railways (UZ) could end 2026 with a net loss of up to 18 billion hryvnia (about €355 million). Despite more optimistic forecasts in summer, a sharp fall in freight volumes has led to a deterioration in UZ’s business. In summer, UZ still expected a net loss of 10 to 12 billion hryvnia (…

Maersk Slides as Upgraded Guidance Is Lower Than Anticipated

AP Moller-Maersk A/S shares slumped after a guidance upgrade and third-quarter earnings from the world’s second-largest shipping line fell short of analyst estimates.

Tokayev signs law on opening customs service offices of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan

Evergreen’s Suez return leaves Zim increasingly isolated

The container shipping industry’s long detour around southern Africa is rapidly coming to an end, with Taiwan’s Evergreen preparing to send its first ships through the Suez Canal after almost three years of avoiding the Red Sea. According to liner consultancy Linerlytica, Evergreen will deploy the 16,556 teu Ever Eon …

Upgraded Aktobe–Kandyagash highway to become a toll road

Tengrinews.kz — Kazakhstan is expanding its network of toll roads. The reconstructed section of the Aktobe–Kandyagash highway, from kilometer 11 to kilometer 100, will be incorporated into the Kandyagash–Makat toll road, according to the Ministry of Transport. Not all drivers will have to pay. On the section from kilo…

4.5-billion-tenge fraud: Georgia extradites suspect to Kazakhstan

Tengrinews.kz — Georgia has extradited to Kazakhstan a suspect accused of fraud worth more than 4.5 billion tenge and the production of falsified medical devices, according to the Prosecutor General’s Office. How imported equipment was passed off as Kazakh-made According to investigators, the suspect organized a schem…

Kazakhstanis alarmed by deposit tax claims: what the Ministry of National Economy says

Tengrinews.kz — Information is circulating on social media claiming that Kazakhstan has introduced a tax on interest earned from individuals’ bank deposits. However, the government is not considering such an initiative, and deposit interest remains tax-free, according to the Center for Combating Disinformation under t…

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan launches a campaign on Threads

Tengrinews.kz — Kazakhstan’s Interior Ministry is launching a nationwide campaign called “We Are Here. Ask Us” on the social media platform Threads. The campaign is aimed at helping people who have experienced domestic violence, according to the Administrative Police Committee. The campaign is intended for people who …