The iGEM Fest 2026, held on 3–4 October 2026 in Athens, Greece, brought together students, young researchers, and scientists to explore advances in synthetic biology, biotechnology, and their potential applications…
Pollution
Conflict rages around the world, but diplomacy is no longer even trundling its weary way between capitals. Breaches of international law and the savagery of the battlefield and assaults on…
Limassol, Cyprus – 7 October 2026 As part of its activities for World Maritime Day 2026, WISTA Cyprus brought its members and their families together for “Here Only Monachus”, a…
Tanker “BANDA” On 14 July 2026, the Crude Oil Tanker “BANDA” (GT 56,612 – DWT 105,576), in ballast condition, whilst en route to Novorossiysk, was attacked by drone, approximately 70…
With bunker prices having increased by 76% since the US war on Iran, together with an ageing fleet operating longer voyages as ships navigate around conflict zones, shipmanagers and crews…
Webinar invite – Ocean Week: Less Fuel, Better Shipping: Rethinking Maritime Decarbonisation
To mark Ocean week, we would like to invite you to an online event called Less Fuel, Better Shipping : Rethinking Maritime Decarbonisation. This event seeks to explore a broader…
Sea Guardian’s Threat / Risk Security & Safety Weekly Bulletin (brief assessment) 13 to 19 September 2026
In reference to: INSIDE — GLOBAL RISK SNAPSHOT Geopolitical and maritime risks continue to be high because of the tension surrounding Taiwan, the conflict between Russia and Europe, and wars…
Congress overturns California’s Commercial Harbor Craft shipping clean-air shipping waiver
WASHINGTON, DC (September 16, 2026) — The House of Representatives voted on California’s Commercial Harbor Craft waiver today. House Joint Resolution 213 attacking the Commercial Harbor Craft waiver sponsored by…
WASHINGTON, DC (September 15, 2026) — The House of Representatives voted on California’s Ocean-Going Vessels At Berth waiver today. House Joint Resolution 210 attacking the Ocean-Going Vessels At Berth waiver…
Sea Guardian’s Threat / Risk Security & Safety Weekly Bulletin (brief assessment) 06 to 13 September 2026
In reference to: CORPORATE CONCLUSIONS Shipping is facing a tougher, more uncertain stretch. The Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb, and Panama Canal – three out of eight major maritime chock-points…
PCNC Presents New Maritime Wave 2026 Conference, Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Via Zoom
Propeller Club of Northern California Presents New Maritime Wave 2026, Tuesday, November 10, 2026 via Zoom 0800 to 1430 (U.S. Pacific Time) CONFERENCE AGENDA 0800 Call to OrderStas Margaronis, Propeller Club of…
Weston, CT – September 9th, 2026 – The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is proud to announce that Joe Hughes, Chairman of the Managers of the P&I Club…
IMO – Meeting Summary: Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 22), 1-4 September 2026
he Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 22) met for its 22nd meeting from 1-4 September 2026, chaired by Mr. Sveinung Oftedal (Norway).…
Scarcity of recycling tonnage pushes Indian yards towards highly speculative bids, says Wirana Shipping
Indian ship recyclers are increasingly prepared to bid at levels that could result in substantial losses based on current prices as competition for a limited number of end-of-life vessels intensifies,…
NAMEPA Announces Captain Daniel Cost of the USCG to Address NAMEPA’s Annual Conference
The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is pleased to announce that Captain Daniel Cost, Director of Inspections and Compliance with the United States Coast Guard, will address NAMEPA’s Annual…
Brief Update: No 12/2026 Date: August 30, 2026 Executive summary This document has been approved for distribution by SEA GUARDIAN S.G. Ltd / Intelligence & Analysis Department. The provided Information and…
Statement of the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), Melina Travlos, ahead of the next round of negotiations on maritime decarbonisation at the IMO (London, 1-4/9/2026)
“Climate change is a reality that we are experiencing with ever-increasing intensity. The growing frequency of extreme weather events makes the substantial reduction of greenhouse gas emissions an urgent matter…
Application of Nano-Bio/Chemosensors for Pharmaceutical Residue Detection and Removal During Wastewater Treatment
Article Highlights– Pharmaceutical residues are not always effectively removed by conventional wastewater treatment. – Nano-bio/chemosensors enable highly sensitive detection of pharmaceuticals in water. – Multifunctional nanoplatforms can combine pollutant detection…
Sea Guardian’s Threat / Risk Security & Safety Weekly Bulletin (brief assessment) 13 to 20 August 2026
THREAT / RISK SECURITY & SAFETY WEEKLY BULLETIN (brief assessment) August 13 – 20, 2026 Brief Update: No 11-3/2026 Date: August 20, 2026 In references to: INSIDE Risk at sea in…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 12 – 19 Aug 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this…
St Pancras Gets a BinForGreenSeas The Message 38 Million Visitors Can’t Afford to Miss We are delighted to announce a BinForGreenSeas has arrived at St Pancras International Station, London. Funded…
Southampton, United Kingdom – 13th August 2026 Ambrey, the international maritime risk and response company, confirms that it has been engaged in the salvage of the stricken tanker, the Caroline…
More than 2,500 vessels coated with Nippon Paint Marine technology now registered on RightShip platform Partnership between Nippon Paint Marine and RightShip quantifies and validates the impact that hull coatings…
New Energy Efficiency Hub showcases market-ready approaches to more efficient vessel operations Hamburg, 6 August 2026 – The maritime industry faces the dual challenge of significantly reducing emissions while remaining economically…
Dr. Sofia Mavrikou* spells it out on bridging Biotechnology and the Maritime World
Sometimes in life and in particular in business life, seizing the momentum is more than paramount. Last Monday night I had a dinner discussion, which turned out to a live…




