The conflict triggered by Saturday's attacks by the forces The U.S. and Israeli armies to Iran is rapidly becoming interested much of the Middle East and trade with the region. With regard to the maritime sector, in addition to attacks on ports, ports are also suffering the effects of the crisis, with the Emirati port of Jebel Ali, which was hit yesterday by the debris from a drone intercepted and shot down that caused a fire with the temporary cessation of port activities which resumed after the flames were extinguished. More serious the attack on the Omani port of Duqm where two drones damaged some structures and caused the injury of a worker.

Meanwhile, in the last few hours, the scheduled shipping companies are reacting to the situation by announcing the detention of ships already presence in the Middle East in areas considered safer and the modification of the programmes of ships bound for the region, with the reduction of their speed with the aim of buying time and assess the situation and with the study of variations in their routes that include calls in alternative ports. The state of crisis, In addition, it is causing several companies to introduce superchargers to cover the operating costs and risks associated with the state of belligerence and to suspend reservations for shipments to and from the region.

Joe Kramek, President and CEO of World Shipping Council (WSC), the association representing the main liner shipping companies, confirmed that "the recent escalation of the conflict in the Middle East is causing blockades to global shipping, with many ocean carriers who are suspending or diverting services while they evaluate the evolution of the security situation. The safety of - Kramek stressed - is essential. I must not be targeted or put at risk due to of conflict and the fundamental principle of freedom of expression navigation must be respected. Ocean carriers are making operational decisions based on the best information and their individual risk assessments. I our thoughts are addressed to the seafarers who are currently in and around the region concerned. The Middle East - recalled - is located at the crossroads of the main routes global trade. When services across the region are suspended or deflected, the impact is not limited to the surrounding area. Longer trips and changes to network rotations services can lead to delays and adjustments to the scheduling along the connected trade routes throughout the world". Kramek pointed out that, however, have shown, even recently, that they Knowing how to react promptly to serious emergencies: "The sector - explained - has recently experimented with the management of situations crisis, even during the intensification of hostilities in the Red Sea. Although the change in service routes has complex and can prolong the sailing time, it has allowed trade to continue to move even within the framework of difficult conditions".