BIMCO applauds Denmark’s move on combating piracy in GoG
Denmark appointed a Danish Special Representative for Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea in efforts to combat piracy, a move that was applauded by BIMCO.
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Update: Situation of Libyan ports
All Libyan ports, except for the ports of Derna and Sirte, are reported to be operational. However, the fluid military conditions in the country could change the situation at short notice, so all port calls should be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Risk remains in Red Sea/Gulf of Aden for commercial vessels
The US MARAD issued an advisory on December 14 concerning vessels operating in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean, warning that Yemen remains a risk for commercial vessels.
Stowaways hiding in rudder trunk: Preventive measures
In light of the recent stowaway case involving the vessel CHAMPION PULA, the Gard P&I Club stressed the danger associated with people hiding in ships’ rudder tanks and shared preventive measures for vessels trading to ports with a high risk of stowaways, especially those designed with an open rudder trunk.
Cyprus joins MACN in efforts to fight corruption
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber joined the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) in efforts to eradicate corruption in the shipping sector.
Stowaway incidents rise the last years, says Dryad
Stowaways are a crucial challenge for the shipping industry, causing disruption and security risks to the seafarers onboard. Thus, Dryad Global provides the current global statistics.
IG: Sea thefts and attempted actions in Singapore strait during July-Nov 2020
Singapore’s Information Fusion Centre (IFC) issued a summary concerning the sea thefts and attempted actions in the East Bound Lane of Singapore Strait in the timeframe between July to November 2020.
British police discovers 11 stowaways at Port of Southampton
British police were called to the port of Southampton after reports of a group of stowaways having come off a vessel in port and trying to make their way out of the port.
New industry advice for vessels operating in Gulf of Guinea
In light of an upward trend of attacks against ships in the Gulf of Guinea and as the approaching dry season is expected to bring an increase in attacks, BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO and OCIMF have jointly issued an alert with security advice for vessels operating in the region.
East African terror groups continue impacting maritime trade
The Institute for Security Studies (ISS) discusses the violent extremist groups operating in East Africa, which are seriously affecting the maritime security and the industry’s safe operation in general.
