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Best Management Practice BMP5 Anti Piracy Measures

Best management practices 5 (BMP5) is the fifth version of a set of guidelines intended to deter piracy and enhance maritime security primarily aimed at operations in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden,..
October 01, 2023

Philippines Condemns China’s ‘Floating Barrier’ in South China Sea

The Philippines on Sunday [17th] accused China’s coast guard of installing a “floating barrier” in a disputed area of the South China Sea, which it said prevents Filipinos from entering and fishing..
September 29, 2023

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Iran’s Oil Smuggling, Sanctions, and Ongoing Tensions: A Deep Dive

In the face of international sanctions, the Iranian regime has persistently engaged in oil smuggling, navigating a complex web of challenges and repercussions. Since the Trump administration’s..
September 28, 2023

Dryad Global's CEO Corey Ranslem Speaks at The 5th Super Yacht Europe 2023

We're delighted to announce that Dryad Global's CEO, Corey Ranslem, will be speaking at the 5th Super Yacht Europe 2023 event.
September 28, 2023

How a burnt out, abandoned ship reveals the secrets of a shadow tanker network

The number of vessels transporting sanctioned oil is booming and the consequences can be felt across the world – from Iran, to China, to Ukraine.
September 27, 2023

Nigeria, 3 Others Launch Operations to Combat Sea Piracy

Nigeria, Benin Republic, Togo, and Niger Republic have joined forces to inaugurate “Operation Safe Domain II,” a collaborative effort aimed at eradicating piracy and maritime crimes in the Gulf of..
September 26, 2023

Dryad Global Partners with BlackBerry to Deliver Advanced Cybersecurity for Vessel Protection

Dryad Global leverages the power of BlackBerry’s Cylance AI to advance the protection of vessels and maritime cyber endpoint security, to proactively detect malware and prevent cyberattacks, and..
September 26, 2023

Weekly Maritime Security Threat Advisory 25th September 2023

Access the latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory for the week commencing 25th September 2023.
September 25, 2023

Sea Robbery in the Singapore Strait

A crucial global trade route is subject to a rash of petty crime, but the consequences aren’t so petty.
September 25, 2023

ASEAN Maritime Security and What Next Week’s Navy Exercises Mean

Australia’s experience and reputation can support Southeast Asia’s aim of multipolarity. And it doesn’t need to be flashy.
September 22, 2023

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