by Capt. Michael Fragkias* Come and share this story with us, one that perfectly illustrates the importance of situational awareness. On December 6, 1963, the feast day of Saint Nicholas,…
https://vog.ert.gr/ondemand/o-naytiliakos-analytis-giannis-faraklas-stis-kales-thalasses Except covering the Anniversary of Saint Marcella’s Day, the patron Saint of the Island of Chios, Eastern Aegean, Greece, Antonis Karagiannakis raised the issue of: We look forward to…
by Nadya Delgado* For decades, Greek shipowners have built their success by identifying opportunities before they become obvious. Today, global shipping is entering another period of transformation, driven by supply…
Project Connect has officially released the documented evaluation results for its flagship educational initiative, the Adopt a Ship™ program, for the 2025–2026 school year, by the program’s developer and Educational…
THREAT / RISK SECURITY & SAFETY WEEKLY BULLETIN (brief assessment) July 14 to 21 Brief Update: No 10-4/2026 Date: July 21, 2026 In references to: Outlooks regarding security in the…
by Marianna Michailidi, CROSSWORLD, Executive Affairs Manager Why the Real Heroes of the Strait of Hormuz Crisis Never Made the Headlines “Wars make history. Seafarers live it.” While the world’s…
Security Alert Reported Illegal Boarding of a Tanker in the Gulf of Aden Νο 26/18 Issue Date: 17 July 2026 Alert Summary: At 06:20 UTC on 17 July 2026, a report…
Weekly Intelligence Report Week 08-15 Jul 2026 Good day. Dear viewers, please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 08-15 Jul 2026. Download report here. For your reference,…
Recurring deviations from routine onboard operations which become the norm, rather than single-point failures, are a major risk factor across shipping fleets, according to ShipIn Systems. Drawing on continuous vessel…
By Capt. George Papanelopoulos, Master Mariner, PhD, DBA, AFNI During my years at sea, I had the privilege of serving in various ranks before eventually taking command as Master. Like…
by Anastasia Parali, Crewing Account Manager EMA Marine GmbH Ethiopia may be landlocked, but it has quietly emerged as one of the most promising new sources of marine engineering talent…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 01-08 Jul 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this week’s report:…
The new SeafarerHelp 2025 Annual Review offers a unique insight into the realities of life at sea through thousands of confidential helpline conversations. The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network…
Asia’s rapid investment in LNG and alternative fuel vessels must be matched by greater investment in crew competence if the industry is to realise the safety benefits of next-generation ships,…
by Captain Michael Fragkias* Shipping is one of the most important pillars of global trade, as more than 80% of international commerce is transported by sea. The efficient operation of…
B rief Update: No 10-1/2026 Date: June 29, 2026 Executive summary Objectives To provide the maritime industry and Security Stake or Shareholders in a monthly cycle, with: 1. The Assessment…
by Robin Russel, CEO SATVA TRUST for allaboutshipping.co.uk Mr Arsenio Domingez, the IMO Secretary General, held a press briefing yesterday covering the IMO-led evacuation framework that has been paused after…
The International Maritime Organization is implementing the evacuation of over 11,000 seafarers on vessels stranded in the Gulf region, in line with the decision of the IMO Council.Details are provided below…
“The priority remains the safe evacuation of the 11,000 seafarers who have been stranded in the region since the end of February. “We have consistently said that this will require…
High-speed connectivity supports resilient digital operations and crew welfare initiatives across more than 80 vessels. Oslo, Paris, 23 June 2026. Marlink, a global leader in managed services for business-critical digital solutions, has expanded its long-standing partnership with Oldendorff…
Global maritime charity Sailors’ Society has announced a landmark partnership with insurance giant NorthStandard to roll out its innovative Sea Mate training to the P&I club’s Members. The partnership prompts…
Crew annual inspection of PermanentMeans of Access on oil tankers Download Class News Applicability: Shipowners, ship operators, ship managers and ship masters. Amendments by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)…
Bridge Resource Management Volume 2: Voyage planning The essential technical counterpart to Bridge Resource Management Volume 1: The human element Complementary to IMO Model Course 1.22, this volume focuses on the…
Columbia Group is urging the maritime industry to look more closely at how people with disabilities are assessed, supported and given access to opportunities across the sector. While shipping has made…
by Captain Michalis Fragkias* Shipping is undoubtedly one of the most important sectors of the global economy, as commercial vessels transport the largest volume of international trade. The operation of…