commodity trading

All Sea Trade Logistics coverage tagged commodity trading.

Alkagesta Hosts Banking Summit, Highlights Malta's Trading Hub Role

Alkagesta recently convened its Banking Partners Summit in Malta, gathering international banking and clearing partners, alongside local stakeholders, to discuss Malta's expanding significance as a hub for commodity trading and trade finance.

6 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Commodity Trading

Alkagesta Hosts Banking Partners Summit in Malta

Alkagesta recently convened its Banking Partners Summit in Malta, gathering financial institutions and industry stakeholders to discuss commodity trading, trade finance, and risk management, underscribing the critical role of financial support for its global operations.

6 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

AD Ports Group Finalises $835 Million Acquisition of CLI

AD Ports Group has completed its $835 million acquisition of Brazilian terminal operator CLI, adding two agri-bulk terminals that handled 17 million tonnes in 2025 to its portfolio.

3 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

A large cargo ship being loaded with grain at a port terminal.

Ports

Ceasefire Could Reactivate Black Sea Grain Export Terminals

A potential ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine could enable Russia to swiftly reactivate a significant portion of its grain terminal capacity in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, according to Maritime Professional.

27 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Commodity Trading

Alkavex Engages Steel and Metals Industry at China Exhibitions

Alkavex, the steel trading arm of Alkagesta, recently participated in Metallurgy China, Wire China, and Tube China 2026, engaging with key industry players and exploring new developments in the global steel and metals sector.

24 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta Attends GTR Commodities 2026 in Geneva

Alkagesta participated in GTR Commodities 2026 in Geneva, a significant forum for the global commodity trade and trade finance community, engaging with industry leaders and discussing key market trends.

24 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Fertilizer bags stacked in a warehouse or port terminal, ready for shipment.

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta Details Rigorous Fertilizer Supplier Verification Process

Alkagesta's Fertilizer Desk Lead, Vusal Muradov, outlined the company's comprehensive approach to supplier diligence, quality verification, and contract discipline in fertilizer trading, emphasizing a multi-stage checking process.

23 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Commodity Trading

Alkagesta files defamation claim in Malta against the Maltese Herald

The Sliema-based fuels and commodities trader says it has asked Malta's Court of Magistrates to rule on a year of reporting it describes as false and commercially damaging.

20 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Energy Markets

Alkagesta Engages at Angola Oil & Gas Conference 2026

Alkagesta's Business Development Function participated in the Angola Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition 2026 in Luanda, engaging with government and industry leaders to explore commercial opportunities in African energy markets.

15 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Guests networking in a marquee beside the Circus Knie big top at the SUISSENEGOCE 20th anniversary reception in Geneva

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta joins SUISSENÉGOCE's 20th anniversary celebration in Geneva

The Malta-headquartered commodity trader was represented by CEO Orkhan Rustamov and CFO Orkhan Zeynalli at the Swiss Commodity Trading Association's anniversary evening under the big top of Circus Knie.

7 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Oil and products trading desk screens showing commodity price curves.

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta reports record first-half 2026 revenue of €3.02 billion

Trading volumes rose 53% year on year to 4.9 million metric tonnes as the Malta-headquartered trader entered jet fuel and crude oil markets.

1 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A field of golden wheat under a blue sky, symbolizing agricultural commodities.

Commodity Markets

Chicago Wheat Futures Reach Three-Year High

Chicago wheat futures experienced a significant increase, reaching a three-year high on Thursday, following a limit-up rally from the previous session, as reported by Maritime Professional.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Commodity Trading

WTO Members Adopt Panel Report on EU Duties on Indonesian Fatty Acid

Members of the World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Body recently adopted a panel report concerning anti-dumping duties imposed by the European Union on fatty acid imports from Indonesia.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large cargo ship navigating through a narrow strait, possibly the Strait of Hormuz, with land visible on both sides.

Maritime Logistics

Strait of Hormuz Vessel Transits Drop to Five Per Day

Shipping data from gCaptain indicates a notable reduction in visible commodity vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, with transits falling to five per day over the recent weekend.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

An LNG carrier ship at sea, transporting liquefied natural gas.

LNG

Russian LNG Share Grows in China's Import Portfolio

China's liquefied natural gas import portfolio is increasingly featuring Russian LNG, driven by discounted cargoes from Arctic LNG 2 and enhanced Russian shipping capabilities, according to customs data, market participants, and S&P Global Energy analysis.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Agricultural fields in China, symbolizing food production and security

Commodity Trading

China's Agricultural Opening-Up Boosts Global Food Security

Chinese experts recently highlighted that China's agricultural opening-up is crucial for enhancing global food security by increasing domestic production, fostering resilient supply chains, and deepening international cooperation.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read