Tag: security measures

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) has issued an advisory regarding the threats to shipping amid the Israel/Iran/USA conflict.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has increased the security level in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman.

The Cook Islands has been ejected from RISC, a database established to prevent sanctions-evading tankers from switching between flags.

In a recent Port Security Advisory, the US Coast Guard informed that the Republic of Cuba is not maintaining effective anti-terrorism measures in its ports, however this does not apply to U.S Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. As such, specific actions are required for vessels that arrive in the United States after visiting ports in the Republic of Cuba.

The Industry Associations of BIMCO, ICS, IMCA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO & OCIMF supported by over forty maritime stakeholders, released on 31 March a consolidated and enhanced publication Best Management Practices (BMP) for Maritime Security (MS).

Daniel Mueller, Ambrey's Analyst for the Indian Ocean and Middle East, advocates for a more data-driven and proactive approach to maritime security, emphasizing that security measures should be based on precise, real-time risk evaluations.

Maritime stakeholders must assess the security of their entire operation—both physical and digital—to identify potential vulnerabilities. By understanding these weaknesses, they can develop a more strategic and cost-effective plan to mitigate risks, emphasizes Corey D. Ranslem, CEO of Dryad Global LTD, in an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA.

The European Union is considering a public-private initiative worth "hundreds of millions" of euros to acquire ships capable of swiftly repairing undersea cables in the event of damage or sabotage.

Proinde P&I Club informs that navigating the Amazon requires careful attention to draft limits, security hazards, and specific pilotage regulations. 

Swedish authorities have boarded a Maltese-flagged bulk carrier as part of an investigation into damage to an undersea cable linking Latvia and Sweden.