Shipping Organisations
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Marine cyber security concerns
Marine information security under the spotlight. Take cyber security seriously, experts warn Paul Gunton reports from Danish Maritime Days, Copenhagen As ships get more sophisticated and more reliant on internet […]
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Indian waters crime free(ish)
Unreported incidents remain an issue; MSR knows of at least one in India in August. ‘No ship robberies in Indian waters in 3 months’ Indian Coast Guard has helped control […]
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ReCAAP is 10 years old
As ReCAAP marks its 10th anniversary, a look back at the achievements. 10 Years of Fighting Pirates in Asia By Prakash Panneerselvam This year marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment […]
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NIMASA promises ISPS Code
Many ports still not compliant. NIMASA pledges to enforce implementation of ISPS Code The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, (NIMASA), has restated its commitment towards the full implementation and […]
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New EU Coast Guard mulled
The agency will not have its own guards, and will draw on a 1,500-member “rapid reaction pool” of personnel seconded by the member states. EU Moves Toward Creation of Border and […]
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Inside the IFC
Inside the IFC. International Fusion Centre tackles ship hijackings BY RAZAK AHMAD SINGAPORE: When pirates hijack a ship in Asian waters, an international maritime security outfit known as the Information […]
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IMO security audit for Nigeria
Three-man team to audit the nation’s maritime industry and practice protocols. IMO sends maritime security auditors to Nigeria Josephine Adeyinka-Ahmed The audit, which may attract international sanctions if negligence is […]
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Indian ports piracy boost
Welcome news for shipping companies. Ships get relief from piracy insurance premium at Indian ports Ships entering or leaving Indian ports need not pay additional war risk premium (ARWP) any more, […]
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ASEAN nations sign accord
The 10th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Joint Declaration laid out the ASEAN countries’ commitment to promoting regional peace and security. ASEAN defence ministers sign joint declaration on combating terrorism […]
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NIMASA fraud trial news
EFCC opens case against Tompolo, Akpobolokemi over N47.7bn fraud ‘Yinka Hassan The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Monday called its first witness in the ongoing trial of the former […]