Ports at Cyclone Stage 117 Apr 2025, Dampier, Ashburton, Cape Preston West & Varanus Island, AustraliaThe ports of Dampier, Ashburton, Cape Preston West and Varanus Island are at Cyclone Stage…
Inland Waterways
Kick-off of the MarLEN Project – Strengthening European Maritime and Inland Waterway Research for a Zero-Emission Future
31 March 2025 – The maritime and inland waterway sector is at a turning point in the transition towards zero-emission waterborne transport. To accelerate this transformation, the MarLEN (Maritime Low…
Diving operations14 Apr 2025, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesNational Marine Dredging Company (NMDC) will be carrying out diving operations east of Al Hudayriat Island, Abu Dhabi.READ MORE Deployment of Aids…
by Steven Jones MNM FRSA AFNI Admiral Pavlopoulos’s illuminating presentation at the 2nd Maritime Security Conference provided a sobering assessment of the current threats to maritime security, particularly along what…
Adm (H.N. ret.) Ioannis Pavlopoulos’ presentation at 2nd International Maritime Security Conference
Adm (H.N) Ioannis (John) Pavlopoulos CEO of Sea Guardian – a leading provider of maritime security service, presentation at 2nd International Maritime Security Conference, took place on Wednesday 2nd April…
EFIP members meet in Regensburg (DE) to elect a new president and vice-president and discuss the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal for Inland Ports
On April 4, 2025, the members of the European Federation of Inland Ports (EFIP) gathered in Regensburg (Germany) for their annual general meeting. The meeting was hosted by Bayernhafen GmbH…
Traffic suspension for submarines’ passage03 Apr 2025, Dardanelles, TurkeyTraffic in the Dardanelles will be suspended tomorrow (4 April) due to the passage of submarines.READ MORE 2025 Asia Triathlon Sprint Championship…
Setting the benchmark for industry excellence, Multimodal has revealed the finalists for its distinguished 2025 Awards, which highlight outstanding performers across the logistics and supply chain sectors. The Multimodal Awards…
Revised dredging schedule24 Mar 2025, Mumbai, IndiaThe final round of dredging at BPX/BPS is expected commence from 1700 hours local time today (24 March) and last until the afternoon/evening of…
ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis questions John Faraclas of allaboutshipping on current geopolitical issues in a very uncertain global environment
Shipping analyst John Faraclas on “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas) The shipping analyst, lecturer on shipping issues in educational institutions and organizations abroad and especially the United Kingdom, member of the…
Traffic suspended after engine failure19 Mar 2025, Bosphorus, TurkeyVessel traffic in the Bosphorus was suspended in both directions on at 15:38 hours local time today (19 March) .READ MORE Terminal…
Honoured to participate among world acclaimed Greeks in today’s programme organised by Thanasis Houpis of Voice of Greece / ERT and cover the despicable attacks against Merchant ships by the…
Tariff increase13 Mar 2025, NigeriaA 15% tariff increment has been applied across all Nigerian Ports Authority services from 3 March 2025.READ MORE Canal to reopen after strike13 Mar 2025, Kiel…
Wärtsilä engines selected as South American vessel operator targets 25% emissions reduction
Wärtsilä Corporation, 13 March at 11:00 EET – Technology group Wärtsilä will supply replacement engines for two inland waterway tug pusher vessels operating in Paraguayan rivers. The vessels are owned…
THREAT & RISK ASSESSMENT BRIEF UPDATE Brief Update No 25/08 Date: 07 Mar 2025 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd…
Strike announced07 Mar 2025, Kiel Canal, GermanyThe German labour union ver.di has given notice of a planned strike in the Kiel-Canal from 10 to 13 March.READ MORE Dense fog halts…
by John Faraclas This is the ideal moment to refer again to the Death of Diplomacy following our first comment which coincided with the US elections last November. Situation on…
STEELPAINT TO PROTECT EMDEN’S GREAT SEA LOCK AS PART OF MAMMOTH REFURBISHMENT PROJECT Emden’s Great Sea Lock (Große Seeschleuse) is to be protected from corrosion with a Steelpaint coating system…
FEBRUARY 27, 2025 TURKEY: ISTANBUL STRAIT ANCHORAGE AREAS In an effort to reduce congestion at the southern entrance of the Istanbul Strait anchorage area, the Directorate General of Maritime Affairs…
Lighterage charges during monsoon period27 Feb 2025, Mumbai, IndiaMumbai Port Authority has approved an amendment to vessel related charges (lighterage) charges during the monsoon period.READ MORE Ramadan timings27 Feb 2025,…
Snow hindering transits21 Feb 2025, Bosphorus, TurkeyVessel traffic in the Bosphorus was again suspended in both directions at 15:30 hours local time today (21 February) due to a snowstorm.READ MORE…
Brief Update No 25/05 Date: 21 Feb 2025 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd / Operations Department. The provided Intel and information derive…
Aids to Navigation change in ship channel11 Feb 2025, Houston, United StatesChange in channel dimensions within the Houston Ship Channel from Lights 63/64 to Lights 83/84 (South Boaters Cut to…
Marine insurance specialist, The Swedish Club, today announced the launch of its Passage Plan+ Guide, an essential resource designed to support shipowners, operators, and navigational officers. Voyage/Passage planning is something that…
European Federation of Inland Ports calls for a Stronger EU Transport Budget to Ensure Connectivity, Sustainability, and Resilience
The European Federation of Inland Ports (EFIP) has joined with over 45 European organisations to call on the General Affairs and Economic and Financial Affairs Ministers to preserve and strengthen…