Month: February 2013

  • US Boosts Maritime Security Training

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    The United States Government has pegged the total amount spent on assisting the Joint Maritime Security Training Centre (JMSTC) in Nigeria at $1million. US Boosts Maritime Security Training with $1m […]

  • Security firms must be accountable

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    Guidelines for private security firms guarding ships against pirates must be made clearer or people will get into “very, very serious difficulties” by breaking international law. Peers warn sea security […]

  • S Korea, US launch naval military drill

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    South Korea and the U.S. have launched a six day naval drill in the East Sea at a time of tensions on the Korean Peninsula. S Korea, US launch naval […]

  • Steer a safe course

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    Sonardyne International Ltd. has today announced the launch of its new Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance Sonar, NOAS, at the NAVDEX 2013 exhibition in Abu Dhabi. Steer a safe course with […]

  • IMO Secretary General to Visit Jamaica

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    Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization, Mr Koji Sekimizu, will spearhead a delegation of IMO representatives to Jamaica at the end of this month. IMO Secretary General to Visit […]

  • Somalia denies opposing funding

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    Somalia has denied opposing funding for Kenya’s navy to fight Al-Shabaab, saying they only thought it would be more expensive than building it’s coast guard. Somalia denies opposing funding for […]

  • Royal Navy sends warship to Libya

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    Undeclared arms race among European defence contractors to re-equip Libya’s armed forces causes concern among locals as the UK sends warship to showcase defence equipment. Royal Navy sends warship to […]

  • No central agency inspects cruise ships

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    A maze of maritime rules and regulations for cruise lines make it tough for consumers to assess the health and safety record of the ship they’re about to board. No […]

  • Shipping Industry Fights Piracy

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    Shipping industry giants announce plans to collaborate with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and provide finding to boost Somalia’s economy and help fight piracy. MOL, Other Companies Join UN […]

  • Medical Scheme For Filipino Seafarers

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    North P&I club has launched a scheme to help its members ensure their Filipino crew members receive the most efficient, high quality treatment when repatriated. North P&I Club Launches Post-Repatriation […]

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