Latest maritime security updates and reports
gCaptain
US Central Command has announced that its blockade of Iran's ports has resulted in the redirection of 100 commercial vessels over a six-week period, as reported by gCaptain. The operation has been supported by more than 200 personnel.
gCaptain
Iran's release of a new map claiming control over the Strait of Hormuz could exacerbate the situation for approximately 20,000 seafarers stranded on vessels in the Gulf, as reported by gCaptain. This development poses further challenges to maritime operations in the region.
Splash247
Captain Mohit Kohli shared his harrowing experience navigating the Strait of Hormuz amidst missiles and drones, as reported by Splash247. The commercial shipping sector found itself unprepared for the conflict zone challenges, highlighting the dangers mariners face beyond typical maritime threats.
Splash247
Russia's shadow fleet of oil tankers is being used for hybrid warfare, involving undersea infrastructure sabotage and drone surveillance over the Baltic and North Sea, as reported by Splash247. This finding comes from a new investigation by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime highlights the growing concern over maritime cyber threats, particularly the jamming of GPS signals often initiated by military organizations. These disruptions pose significant safety risks, including AIS-assisted collisions, that must be addressed.
gCaptain
The U.S. and Iran continue to disagree on critical issues such as Tehran's uranium stockpile and the control of the Strait of Hormuz, although U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted 'some good signs' in recent discussions, as reported by gCaptain.
gCaptain
U.S. Marines boarded an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Tuesday, as reported by gCaptain. This action is part of Washington's increased enforcement of its maritime blockade against vessels trading with Iran.
gCaptain
The global shipping industry has issued new guidance for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting potential risks even if the waterway remains technically open, as reported by gCaptain. This move underscores the increasing concerns about safety and security in this critical maritime chokepoint.
Splash247
The United States has seized the VLCC Skywave, which was carrying over 1 million barrels of Iranian crude in the Indian Ocean, as reported by Splash247. This marks the third Iranian-linked vessel seized by the US since military action against Tehran began in February.
Seatrade Maritime
The United States has seized the tanker Skywave, linked to Iran, in the Indian Ocean, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The vessel, which had previously sailed from offshore Malaysia, was identified as a false-flag tanker.
