The mood behind the parties at Posidonia, could MSC really buy Hapag-Lloyd, and Strait of Hormuz in confusion.

These are just some of the stories that are covered in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.

Seatrade Maritime News’ Marcus Hand and Gary Howard reflect on the month of May, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.

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Resilience and flexibility key to surviving disruption

Container peak season arrives early as freight rates skyrocket

UK seizes first dark fleet tanker in English Channel

Three civilian seafarers dead in US attack on Settebello

US - Iran deal: how quickly will the Strait of Hormuz reopen

MSC taking stake in Hapag-Lloyd dismissed as ‘fairy tale’

Ship recycling market faces shift from tonnage shortage to capacity crunch

Tanker hit in Hormuz, threat level raised

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