What Happened to Somalia’s Pirates?

Since the capture of the Smyrni and her crew of 26 on May 10th 2012, Somali pirates have not hijacked any more vessels. Why are the pirates at bay? What happened to Somalia’s pirates? On ...

Doubts and Due Diligence

The new rules governing private maritime security services in Nigeria require the shipping and offshore industries to conduct their due diligence with far greater care Doubts and Due Diligence The past few ...

100 Series Rules Released

The 100 Series Rules, an international standard of best practice for the use of force in the maritime security field, have been released 100 Series Rules Released Following a lengthy development period, the ...

Game Changer

A number of security providers have been forced to suspend operations in Nigeria following the implementation of new laws governing the private maritime security sector Game Changer The implementation of new laws ...

Island Dispute

Japan and Russia have agreed to hold talks to end a territorial dispute which has prevented them from signing a formal treaty to end World War II Japan and Russia agree ...

Pirates kidnap five crew

Pirates have kidnapped five crew members from a cargo ship off Nigeria, a piracy watchdog and a security source said; part of a growing trend. Pirates kidnap five crew from ship ...

Heavy Regulation Ahead

The provision of maritime security services in Nigeria is about to turned on its head; non-legal actors will be forced out of the country and the Nigerian Navy and National ...

Speedboats Enhance Djibouti Capability

The U.S. Department of State has provided the Djiboutian navy with two high-speed aluminum coastal security boats to strengthen Djibouti's maritime security capabilities. Turnover of Speedboats Enhances Djiboutian Navy Maritime Capabilities By ...

Anti-Piracy Ban Hits Shipbuilders

Small cargo boats are prohibited from sailing south of Oman, effectively blocking trade not only to Somalia but other African countries such as Kenya and Tanzania, as well as Yemen India's ...

Tanzania Maritime Security

The sea is a formidable asset for Tanzania. Worldwide, 80 % of international trade relies on maritime transport. But, the sea is accessible to all. Maritime security necessary for Tanzania’s prosperity The ...
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