West Africa

  • Nigerians strike again over piracy

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    Insecurity and piracy causing anger in Bayelsa State. Maritime workers resume strike in Bayelsa The Bayelsa State unit of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has resumed an indefinite […]

  • Drum Cussac and Ambrey agree deal

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    Ambrey to take on DC’s maritime business. Drum Cussac and Ambrey Risk agree sale and purchase of Maritime Transits Security Business Drum Cussac, the leading global business risk consultancy, and […]

  • Boat drivers protest against pirates

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    Ongoing attacks prompt strike action.  Boat Drivers Protest Activities Of Sea Pirates Osa Okhomina Boat drivers in Bayelsa State, weekend, shut down water transportation along the creeks and waterways over […]

  • Nigerian OPV completes trials

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    Chinese-built OPV to boost regional security. China completes sea trials for Nigerian OPV China has completed sea trials of a 95 m offshore patrol vessel (OPV) on order for the […]

  • Securing Ghana’s offshore resources

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    Can Ghana avoid the maritime security issues which plague other Gulf of Guinea nations? Securing Ghana’s Offshore Resources In the Face of Piracy By Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar The Horn of Africa […]

  • Thales unveils new security kit

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    New physical and electronic system offered. Thales launches Pastor counter-piracy service solution Some 90% of the world’s trade is carried by sea. In 2013, 12 vessels were hijacked, 202 were […]

  • NIMASA Explains MoU with Air Force, Navy

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    Organisation responsible for national maritime security.  NIMASA Explains MoU with Air Force, Navy John Iwori The Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Mr. Patrick Ziakede Akpobolokemi has […]

  • Human Rights Supporters Rally to Protect Seafarers

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    Human Rights at Sea gains traction.  Human Rights Supporters Rally to Protect Seafarers The Human Rights at Sea international maritime initiative led by English barrister David Hammond is gaining momentum […]

  • IMB notes concern over SE Asia

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    Reporting body notes overall drop in piracy but concern remains over attacks in Southeast Asia.  IMB notes concern over small tanker attacks in SE Asia London, 29 October 2014 – […]

  • NIMASA Tightens Security for Oil Rigs

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    Despite some gains, piracy is still a major issue for the country.  Nigeria: NIMASA Tightens Security for Oil Rigs, Nation’s Waters By Eugene Agha Lagos — The Nigerian Maritime Administration […]

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