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security February 9, 2026

Stowaway Smuggler Caught with 789 Pounds of Cocaine in San Juan Harbor

A stowaway smuggler was arrested by the Coast Guard and CBP in San Juan Harbor after being discovered with 789 pounds of cocaine on a barge, as reported by gCaptain. The crew of the tug Signet Thunder found the suspect during a predawn operation on January 28.

Signet Thunder (tug) San Juan Harbor (PR)

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gCaptain

security February 9, 2026

MARAD Issues Advisory After Iranian Threat in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. Maritime Administration has issued a security advisory following an incident where Iranian forces attempted to board a U.S.-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. The advisory warns commercial vessels of increased risks of harassment, boarding, and seizure in the area.

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gCaptain

security February 9, 2026

India's Coast Guard Disrupts International Oil Smuggling Network

India's Coast Guard has dismantled an international oil-smuggling network off the country's west coast, as reported by gCaptain. The operation targeted vessels involved in illicit mid-sea transfers amid increasing global scrutiny on shadow-fleet activities linked to sanctioned oil trades.

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gCaptain

security February 9, 2026

U.S. Seizes Aquila II After 10,000-Mile Pursuit in Indian Ocean

U.S. forces have seized the crude oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean following a 10,000-mile pursuit from the Caribbean, as reported by gCaptain. This operation marks one of the longest maritime enforcement actions in the U.S.'s ongoing efforts to crack down on Russia's shadow fleet.

Aquila II (tanker)

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Seatrade Maritime

security February 9, 2026

Dry Bulk Giants Avoid Red Sea Amid Safety Concerns

Seatrade Maritime reports that major dry bulk shipping companies, including Torvald Klaveness and Precious Shipping, are prioritizing crew safety by avoiding transit through the Red Sea. This decision reflects heightened concerns over security in the region.

Seatrade Maritime

Splash247

security February 9, 2026

India's Coast Guard Strikes Against Oil-Smuggling Network

India's coast guard has detained three tankers around 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai in a coordinated effort to dismantle an international oil-smuggling network, as reported by Splash247. The operation targeted syndicates using mid-sea transfers in international waters to transport cheap oil from conflict zones to motor tankers, thereby avoiding coastal duties.

Splash247

gCaptain

security February 8, 2026

RTX to Boost Tomahawk Missile Production Under Pentagon Deal

RTX Corp. has secured a multi-year agreement with the Pentagon to significantly increase the production of Tomahawk Anti-Ship cruise missiles and SM-6 interceptors, as reported by gCaptain. This development comes shortly after President Trump criticized the company for being 'least responsive' to military needs.

gCaptain

gCaptain

security February 6, 2026

U.S. Targets Iran's Shadow Fleet Amid Nuclear Negotiations

The United States has announced a comprehensive sanctions package against Iran's shadow fleet, targeting vessels, managers, and traders involved in illicit oil and petrochemical exports, as reported by gCaptain. This move comes as Washington continues to apply pressure on Tehran while nuclear talks are underway.

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gCaptain

security February 6, 2026

US Coast Guard Seizes Over 200,000 Pounds of Cocaine in Pacific

The U.S. Coast Guard has confiscated more than 200,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific since August, as part of Operation Pacific Viper, according to gCaptain. This operation marks one of the largest maritime counter-drug efforts in recent years.

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gCaptain

security February 6, 2026

Singapore Urges Global Response to Shadow Fleet in Strategic Straits

Singapore has raised alarms about the increasing presence of sanctioned 'shadow fleet' tankers near the Straits of Malacca and Singapore, as reported by gCaptain. The city-state is advocating for enhanced international collaboration to address the exploitation of legal grey areas by these aging vessels.

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