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Violations by private security companies highlight urgent need for maritime security oversight

A growing reliance on private contractors to protect vessels, commercial shipping, offshore platforms, ports, and other maritime infrastructure has exposed human rights violations perpetrated by..
November 09, 2022

Weekly Maritime Security Threat Advisory 7th November 2022

Access the latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory for the week commencing 7th November 2022.
November 08, 2022

EU naval patrols could protect subsea cables under Irish seas

Pooled navy patrols, operating under an EU mission, could provide the “appropriate response” in protecting the subsea cable infrastructure passing through Irish-controlled waters, a maritime expert..
November 08, 2022

Europe's militaries have been working together for years to keep an eye on what Russia is up to at sea

At the end of September, the Nord Stream 1 and 2 natural gas pipelines connecting Russia to Germany were damaged in an apparent act of sabotage, with some officials blaming Russia.
November 07, 2022
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Gulf Countries on the Front Line of Energy Security

The conflict in Ukraine has brought about a change in the psychology and geography of the oil and gas markets, and the ramifications will be felt across the energy complex for years.
November 03, 2022

Ghana drafts plan to protect blue economy

Ghana sees enormous potential in its blue economy, but faces threats including piracy, illegal fishing, drug smuggling and human trafficking.
November 02, 2022

Israel-Lebanon maritime deal juggles region’s security

Israel and Lebanon are expected to sign on to a Washington-mediated maritime border deal at a ceremony in Israel as early as Thursday, after the country’s highest court turned down a petition by..
November 01, 2022

Weekly Maritime Security Threat Advisory 31st October 2022

Access the latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory for the week commencing 31st October 2022.
October 31, 2022

Japan puts modern drone into operation to enhance maritime security

The Japanese Coast Guard has put a highly sophisticated U.S.-made drone that can circle the whole country’s maritime area into operation amid increased tensions in the region.
October 31, 2022

Bridge Watch: Designated High-Risk Areas

In this week’s Bridge Watch, Dryad Global CEO Corey Ranslem talks about High-Risk Areas.
October 27, 2022