Independent marine data management, publishing and GIS specialist, OceanWise Ltd, has completed phase one of a maritime information infrastructure on behalf of Clydeport. The project builds on Clydeport’s recent investment in GIS software and was targeted at improving data and information management within the Hydrographic and Dredging Department. The project is already realising tangible…
Statement from Victoria Nuland, Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson: We welcome the November 5 sentencing by the Republic of Seychelles of 15 in connection with an attack on a merchant ship and the abduction of 13 Iranian fishermen rescued by the U.S. Navy. This sentencing brings the total number of convicted pirates to…
As of Wednesday, four companies have confirmed with the U.S government that they plan on taking advantage of the Jones Act blanket waiver issued by the Department of Homeland Security about one week ago. Jones Act Waived to Support Region’s Recovery From Superstorm The rare waiver is allowing foreign-flagged ships to take oil products…
Global pirate activity jumped 52% compared to September, driven by increased attacks in the Gulf of Guinea, & off Indonesia. Somali piracy remained low, with three attacks reported. Notably, a pirate group opened fire on naval warship. Attacks increased in West African waters where two tankers were hijacked, and seven crew members were kidnapped…