Industry Sector

  • Ambrey Risk Awarded Cyprus Accreditation

    Ambrey Risk became the first UK maritime security company to be granted official accreditation from the Cyprus Maritime Authority, on 13th February 2013. Ambrey Risk is Awarded Cyprus-Flagged Vessel Maritime […]

  • Defence Minister Reviews Coastal Security

    The Defence Minister Shri A K Antony reviewed the progress on various steps taken to enhance the Coastal Security of India today, including use of coastal radars. Defence Minister Reviews […]

  • The Privatisation of Maritime Security

    The end of the Cold War introduced, among others, a new perception of security provision; states demonstrated the will to outsource the monopoly of force projection to the free market. From the active engagement […]

  • US Boosts Maritime Security Training

    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

    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

    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 […]

  • IMO Secretary General to Visit Jamaica

    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 […]

  • No central agency inspects cruise ships

    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

    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

    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 […]