Maersk Halts Cargo Bookings in Several Middle Eastern Nations

RunWithRugs · 2026-03-09T15:27:51+00:00

Maersk has temporarily suspended cargo reservations to several Middle Eastern countries, citing safety concerns following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. The company prioritizes personnel safety and service stability in the region.

RunWithRugs

2026-03-09 15:27:51

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(MENAFN) Maersk, one of the globe’s leading container shipping firms, revealed that it has temporarily paused cargo reservations to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Bahrain, and Oman.

In a written release on Wednesday, Denmark-based Maersk shared updates about cargo operations in the area following the coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran.

The firm implemented multiple safety protocols in response to unfolding events, stating: “We are taking operational measure to ensure the safety of our personnel, safeguard your cargo, and maintain service stability across affected trades in the Middle East.”

Earlier, on March 1, Maersk had declared it would halt all vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz until further notice.

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