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India eyeing the maritime domain

India's recent emergence as a significant maritime player highlights its evolving military strategy, particularly in the Indian Ocean.
November 20, 2024

Israel in the Red Sea: From Threats to Cooperation

The Red Sea region has emerged as a focal point of geopolitical concern due to escalating Houthi attacks that threaten global shipping routes and the security of countries like Israel.
November 19, 2024

Amid threats, like-minded nations boost effort to keep sea lanes open for trade, security

The United States, along with its allies and partners, has emphasized the critical importance of maintaining open waterways for global shipping.
November 08, 2024

The transformation of Arctic security

Russia's war in Ukraine has significantly altered the security landscape in the Arctic, setting the stage for increased militarization and confrontations over energy resources.
October 28, 2024

Disruption Drives Shipping: How Geopolitical Tensions and Market Volatility Are Reshaping Global Maritime Trade

In a recent seminar organized by law firm Reed Smith and classification society DNV, Jakub Walenkiewicz, Principal Market Analyst at DNV, emphasised the role of disruption as a primary driver in..
October 04, 2024

Pacific Dragon: Is the Shipping Industry Ready for Containerized Missile Warfare?

The recent U.S. Navy exercise Pacific Dragon 2024 marked a pivotal moment in naval warfare, as it tested the launch of the Raytheon SM-3 Interceptor anti-ballistic missile from a containerized..
October 02, 2024

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. Signs Multi-Year Contract with Dryad Global for Risk Intelligence and Secure Voyager Hub Support

Dryad Global, a leading provider of risk intelligence, maritime security, and cyber protection solutions, is proud to announce a multi-year contract with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL), one of the..
September 26, 2024

Where Is The Anti-Piracy Escort Force?: The Crisis In The Red Sea Exposes Chinese Inaction – Analysis

The Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor linking Europe and Asia, has recently faced escalating instability, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and piracy.
September 17, 2024

Guardians Of The Indian Ocean: How India’s IFC-IOR Is Transforming Maritime Security

The Indian Navy has established the Indian Ocean Region Information Fusion Centre (IFC-IOR) near Delhi as a pivotal element in enhancing maritime security and domain awareness in the Indian Ocean.
August 27, 2024

Dryad Global’s Guide to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is a cornerstone of modern maritime navigation and safety, fundamentally changing how distress communications are conducted at sea.
August 15, 2024