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958 Ships Stranded: How Gulf Biofouling Is Costing Millions

CLAVE 1 / 4958 vessels stranded in the Arabian Gulf as of mid-June 2026, with 63% idle for over 100 days.

CLAVE 2 / 4Biofouling increases fuel consumption by up to 40%, costing operators millions in extra fuel and emissions.

CLAVE 3 / 441% of shipowners faced regulatory penalties in 2025 due to biofouling non-compliance.

CLAVE 4 / 4Australia, New Zealand, and California enforce strict biofouling laws, denying port access to non-compliant vessels.

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