Piracy is a threat to all sizes of vessels in some parts of the world. The more we know, the more we can minimise the risks and react to dangerous situations – or avoid them altogether. To this end the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has produced an Anti-Piracy & Hostage Situation Awareness DVD…
With the increase in piracy at the sea, especially around the coast of Somalia, several maritime organizations and defense agencies have started providing online updates on events related to maritime piracy that are taking place around the world. Governing authorities have also realized the importance of educating seafarers on issues related to maritime security…
Iranian Navy forces foiled a pirate attack on a Singaporean cargo vessel in the Red Sea after a series of heavy armed clashes with pirates. The Iranian Navy’s 20th fleet of warships present in the region rushed to the scene after the Singaporean vessel asked for help and announced that it has come under…
The Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM), located in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, today launched a marketing campaign to promote the strategic advantages of developing a container shipping port terminal in Sydney harbor. The announcement comes after CBRM recently agreed to purchase approximately 500 acres of greenfield waterfront land for the purpose of building a…