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Bulgaria Points to Russia as Drones Hit More Cargo Ships
Oct 13 2026 // Bulgaria summoned Russia’s ambassador to Sofia after two ships were hit off the country’s coast, as concerns mount over the security of Black Sea shipping. The strikes on two cargo vessels on Oct. 13 add to a...
Ukraine War Escalates as Black Sea Drone Strikes Hit Cargo Ships
Oct 6 2026 // Attacks on commercial vessels off the Black Sea’s western coast are on the rise, threatening already-choked trade flows in the region while testing NATO’s readiness to react. Two general cargo ships were hit by...
Romania Probes Cause of Black Sea Cargo Ship Sinking
Aug 28 2026 // A merchant ship caught fire and sank off the coast of Romania in the Black Sea on Thursday evening, likely after being hit, Romanian President Nicusor Dan and authorities said. The Romanian Border Police on Friday...
Ship Insurers Set for Major Claims From Iran War, Allianz Says
Jun 24 2026 // The insurance industry is set to face significant claims for ships that were damaged during the Iran war, according to Allianz SE. The company said in its annual safety and shipping review that it had already received such...
People Moves: The Hartford Names Ilias Head of US Ocean Marine
May 29 2026 // Allan Ilias The Hartford has named Allan Ilias as head of Ocean Marine, U.S., and global practice leader, effective June 1. Ilias replaces Tony Plutino, who is retiring. He will report to Rick Ciullo, The Hartford’s...
People Moves: Shankland to Lead Markel Ocean Cargo, US; Verisk Hires Murphy to Lead Sales for Claims Solutions; Kalepa Appoints Howell as Head of Product
Apr 2 2026 // James Shankland Markel said James Shankland has been appointed head of ocean cargo, U.S. He will lead the growth of Markel’s U.S. cargo portfolio, and be responsible for underwriting strategy, portfolio management...
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