The shipping industry is increasingly at risk from cybersecurity attacks and a gap in insurance policies is leaving them vulnerable. Cybersecurity has come into focus across the economy, as hackers become more capable. Meanwhile, ships are more reliant on a range of electronic devices to operate....
The Panama Maritime Authority has issued circular encouraging all Panamanian flagged vessels transiting the Gulf of Guinea, to increase the security measures on board and to comply with any security regulations recommended, in territorial waters, by the Coastal and Port Authorities; taking into consideration the recent piracy attacks occurred in the region (hijacking, kidnapping and armed...
The ReCAAP ISC has issued its weekly report in order to inform of the incidents that occurred during the period 24 – 30 January 2017 and provide proper recommendation as well.
Some recent incidents involving vessels off the Horn of Africa do not seem to reflect traditional forms of piracy, and could signal major maritime disruptions if an effective response is not developed. OBP has issued report highlighting and classifying this kind of incidents, with the aim to determine the nature of the emerging threats in the region, and the potential role of the maritime counter-piracy framework to address these...
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