Going on a cruise is a popular holiday choice for people worldwide. However, cruise ships, in theory, are valuable and appealing targets...

The International Maritime Organisation, or IMO, is an organisation familiar to those within the maritime industry, created in 1948...

Stowaways are an ongoing problem for security within the maritime industry, particularly in West Africa. Incidents involving stowaways...

The Stages of Pirate Attack

Water cannons have been a staple anti-pirate technology within the industry, being recommended in guidelines such as BMP5. This article...

After Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24th 2022, the Black Sea became a dangerous area for maritime traffic. This article will provide...

Like many other crimes, piracy has developed in tandem with the responses employed to prevent and deter it. As such, piracy today looks...

The most dangerous pirate waters updated 2022 edition.

During a pirate attack, the citadel onboard your ship is your last and final line of defence, and should you have taken the tactical...

Pirate Attack Insurance for Ships: 5 Things to Keep in Mind Insurance firms are beginning to consider piracy as a well-organized activity...