Maritime Security News


Coast Guard, Partner Agencies Interdict Dozens in Last 72-hours

Jan 15, 2019

The Coast Guard interdicted 66 migrants in the last 72-hours in five separate events near Puerto Rico.The Coast Guard, and federal and Commonwealth of Puerto Rico law enforcement partners have interdicted more than 380 migrants and stopped several narcotics smuggling attempts since October of 2018…

HMAS Ballarat Seizes 3.1 tonnes of Hashish in the Middle East

Jan 14, 2019

Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Ballarat has seized more than 3.1 tonnes of hashish worth about $155 million* during a boarding operation that took place 8-9 January 2019 in international waters in the Arabian Sea.The fishing vessel, known as a dhow…

U.N. Struggles to Implement Deal over Disputed Yemeni Port City

Jan 09, 2019

The guns have mostly fallen silent around the Yemeni port of Hodeidah and the skies are clear of warplanes, but a U.N.-sponsored deal for the warring armies to quit the city has stalled, risking efforts to end a conflict that has pushed the country to the brink of famine…

Simulation Exercises on Port Security in Panama

Dec 17, 2018

Simulation exercises are proving to be a valuable tool to assist countries and port authorities to prepare for a wide range of potential threats and security situations.According to a press release, an interactive port facility/port security officer workshop in Panama City…

Port of Amsterdam Launches Drone Detection Trial

Dec 10, 2018

M.A.D.S (Marine Anti Drone Systems), a drone detection system, announced a four-week trial of its system by Port of Amsterdam.The focus of the trial for the Port is to build understanding of how, where and why drones are flying over the Port of Amsterdam…

Cargo Ships Caught in Russia-Ukraine Storm

Dec 05, 2018

Russia-Ukraine naval clash followed shipping holdups Ships bound for Ukrainian ports say they are held up while those bound for Russian ports go through.When the Island Bay cargo ship arrived from Beirut at the Kerch Strait, gateway to the Azov Sea…

Liberia Becomes First Flag State to Join the MACN

Nov 16, 2018

Liberia has become the first ship registry to be admitted to the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) as an associate member.Alfonso Castillero, CCO of the Liberian Registry, says, “The organization has done great work fighting corrupt practices…

Port of Los Angeles Issues Statement on Box Incident

Nov 01, 2018

The following information was released by the Port of Los Angeles:Because our facilitation of a safe and secure supply chain is top priority at the Port of Los Angeles, the incident involving an export-bound shipping container that exploded…

Pirate Attack Averted off East Coast of Somalia

Oct 29, 2018

Due to the application of BMP protection measures by the Master, his crew and the private security team, the piracy attack was thwarted and the crew and vessel remained safe.The Master had already evacuated the crew to the citadel when the embarked Armed Security Team (PAST) responded to the attack…

US Maritime NOT Prepared for Cyber Attacks: Survey

Oct 28, 2018

Almost 80% of large U.S. maritime industry companies surveyed reported that cyberattackers targeted their companies within the past year, according to a new maritime cybersecurity survey.The inaugural Maritime Cybersecurity Survey from New Orleans…

HudsonAnalytix and SQE Marine Team Up

Oct 02, 2018

SQE Marine of Piraeus, Greece, and HudsonAnalytix, headquartered in the Philadelphia, announced they have formed a Teaming Agreement between their respective organizations for collaboration in the broad area of maritime risk management. They…

Saudi-led Coalition Foils Remote Controlled Boat Attack

Oct 01, 2018

A Saudi-led military coalition fighting against Yemen's Houthi movement foiled an attack by two explosives-laden remote controlled boats deployed by the Houthis against Saudi Arabia's Jizan port, Saudi state news agency SPA reported on Sunday…

Port of San Juan: A Case Study in Port Security Innovation

Sep 18, 2018

Thirty-six hours after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, the port of San Juan was back up and running, scanning the incoming relief cargo as it arrived. Now, nearly a year after the historic storm, San Juan remains one of the most secure and efficient ports in the world…

DNV GL Rolls-out Digital Hub in Singapore

Sep 04, 2018

DNV GL has launched a digital hub in Singapore as part of the transformation of the oil and gas, maritime and energy industries toward digitalization, including increased cyber security and smart infrastructure.The new Singapore hub is called Digital Consulting and Smart Cities…

Marlink Launches Cyber Threat Detection Solution

Sep 04, 2018

Marlink is unveiling a unique and intelligent threat detection solution for the maritime industry at SMM 2018 this week.Cyber Detection, the latest addition to Marlink’s fully integrated ship and shore-based Cyber Guard portfolio, monitors all…

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