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High ImpactAug 25, 2026Diesel hits war high at $5.65/gal, disrupting trucking costs
The benchmark ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) price has reached its highest level since military actions against Iran commenced in early March, hitting $5.652/gallon according to the Department of Ener
FreightWaves#diesel-prices#fuel-surcharge#iran-conflict
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactJul 15, 2026Russian Crude Exports Face Growing Shipping Bottlenecks
Russian crude oil exporters are experiencing mounting logistical friction in moving petroleum products from Caspian Sea terminals to international markets. The bottlenecks stem from constrained vessel
Caspian Post#russian-crude-exports#caspian-shipping#export-bottlenecks
Procurement
High ImpactMay 29, 2026Japan Crude Oil Imports Collapse 66% Amid Middle East Disruptions
Japan has experienced a dramatic 66% decline in crude oil imports, driven by supply disruptions originating in the Middle East. This represents a critical procurement shock for one of the world's larg
Crypto Briefing#crude-oil-disruption#japan-imports#middle-east-supply-chain