Industry Sector
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US Navy Drone Crashes
A US Navy drone crashed into marshland in Maryland on Monday during a routine training flight. Smoke was seen rising from brush fires in an unpopulated area near a tributary […]
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US and Philippines Cooperation
WASHINGTON – The US and the Philippines said Friday they are expanding intelligence sharing and cooperation on maritime security, as President Barack Obama reiterated Washington’s desire to be viewed as […]
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China’s fishing industry’s impact on maritime security
The evolution of China’s fishing industry – from inshore to offshore fishing – is posing both challenges and opportunities for regional maritime security. Facing rising demand for aquatic products and […]
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MSC
The MSC is a three-day conference that examines activities required to achieve, enhance and coordinate international security cooperation and awareness. Maritime Security Conference Addresses Maritime Safety And Security Issues Through […]
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Safeguarding Crew and Fleet
State-owned Oman Shipping Company (OSC) has decided to make further investments to secure its expanding fleet and safeguard the company’s Omani and multinational crew against pirate attacks. Oman Shipping takes steps to […]
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Sicurezza Marittima
Orientamenti provvisori di sicurezza marittima per le società di navigazione sono stati approvati dal Comitato per la Sicurezza Marittima dell’International Maritime Organization. U.K. 90a sessione “safety” IMO Orientamenti provvisori di […]
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In Harm’s Way
More than half the crew members of the Maersk Alabama, a container ship that was hijacked by Somali pirates in 2009, are suing for nearly $50million claiming that their captain put […]
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Panetta urges naval strength in Asia
Mr Panetta said US naval strength should be enhanced in the Asia-Pacific region Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has emphasised the importance of a strong US naval presence in Asia, on […]
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Attacking a Ship IS Piracy
“….the Fourth Circuit [has] made clear that anyone who attempts an armed hijacking of another vessel on the high seas is a pirate under U.S. law” – U.S. Attorney Neil […]