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…
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Good Morning Monaco Saturday, July 18, 2026 Car fire sparks chaos at La Turbie tolls, three-kilometre tailback on A8 A car fire broke out shortly before 4pm on Thursday, July…
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EU ETS review: ESPO recognises Commission’s efforts to address carbon leakage, but full assessment of the proposed measures must clarify impact
17 July 2026 The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) welcomes the European Commission’s recognition of the carbon and business leakage challenges created by the current EU ETS framework. ESPO sees…
European Shipowners see earmarking of ETS revenues as a first step, but more work is needed to deliver on competitiveness
The European Commission has published today the new EU ETS proposal. European Shipowners welcome the earmarking of ETS revenues at EU and national level, as well as the support for…
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) is expanding to maritime, bringing new reporting requirements and cost implications for those trading in the UK. Hear expert insights from Eirik Nyhus…
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…
Good Morning Monaco Friday, July 17, 2026 Ermolaev accuses Ukrainian intelligence over Monaco bombingVadim Ermolaev has publicly accused members of Ukraine’s military intelligence service of involvement in the June 29…
Restricted Area off Hung Hom Promenade16 Jul 2026, Hong KongRestricted Area to be established in Victoria Harbour off Hung Hom Promenade between 2000 and 2300 hours on July 17, 18,…
Good Morning Monaco Thursday, July 16, 2026 Confessions Shed Light on Berezovska’s Alleged Role in Earlier MissionsA significant new twist has emerged in the investigation into the June 29 assassination…
JULY 15, 2026GOOD CATCH UPDATE: 9 METER DIVING COMPETITION? – SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS Skipping a toolbox talk or work area assessment can allow hazards to go unnoticed, potentially turning a…
Halfway Through But Just Getting Started! Six months of impact. A stronger maritime future ahead. The first half of 2026 has been marked by collaboration, innovation, and continued momentum…
PPG & Aegean Protective Coatings S.A. – Sustainable Marine Coating Innovations at Posidonia 2026
PPG, together with its long-standing representative in Greece, Aegean Protective Coatings S.A., presented its comprehensive 360-degree approach to marine coatings at Posidonia 2026 (Stand 3.104), under the theme “Reach New Horizons of…
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…
MAIB Report: Allision of the rigid inflatable boat Peaky Blinder with a navigation beacon in Portsmouth Harbour resulting in two fatalities
Report on the investigation of the allision of the rigid inflatable boat Peaky Blinder with a navigation beacon in Portsmouth Harbour, England, resulting in two fatalities on 14 August 2025.…
Good Morning Monaco Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Scooter rider and pedestrian injured in Larvotto collisionA scooter rider and a pedestrian were injured following a collision on Boulevard du Larvotto on…
Shipping industry takes major step towards sustainable plastic procurement with new toolkit from the Maritime Association for Clean Seas
The Maritime Association for Clean Seas (MACS) has published a series of practical guides to enable the commercial shipping sector to implement sustainable plastic procurement in vessel operations. The guides…
The Economist’s Interview with Ann Applebaum to Vassilis Kostoulas: Business brings Trump and Erdogan closer
From the Economist’s 30th Round Table Discussion with the Greek Government “Progress in a time of turmoil” Ann Applebaum: Business brings Trump and Erdogan closer “Trump’s close relationship with Erdogan stems from…
JULY 2026 – TT Club, the leading global transport and logistics insurer, is calling on supply chain operators worldwide to review their risk management and resilience strategies considering growing forecasts of…
London, 13th July 2026: UK P&I Club and TT Club have announced their joint offer to acquire Thomas Miller Holdings has received strong shareholder support, with acceptances in excess of 89%.…
British Marine launches new accredited Foundation in Water Safety course to help reduce avoidable water-related incidents
This Institute of Search and Technical Rescue accredited programme provides a Foundation level, basic training course in water safety. British Marine has co-launched a new Foundation in Water Safety (F-WS) course, providing…
13 July 2026, 17:27 IMO condemns attacks on merchant vessels in the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea Download IMO Secretary-General calls for an end to all unwarranted attacks…




