Amid the fog of war, information-hijacking risks distorting accurate maritime security picture
A hijacking and two incidents in the Gulf of Aden and Persian Gulf prompt renewed attention to maritime security in this complex region.
Beyond the reach of sanctions: shipping oil via the Northern Sea Route
Increased attention to sanctions evasion may further displace the grey trade, with serious implications for environmental risk.
Attempted tanker diversion in the Gulf of Aden
An attempt to divert an LPG tanker from the Port of Aden to Hodeidah may signal a change in tactics to control the flow of fuel into Yemen.
Ukraine proposes new insurance pool to cover grain shipments
Ukraine is proposing a new insurance pool to cover grain shipments through the Black Sea.
Tracking iron ore: focus on supply from Western Australia
Iron ore is among the critical raw materials for Asia's post-pandemic economy: we take a look at iron ore shipments from Western Australia.
Navigating risks in the Strait of Hormuz
Navigating safe routes through disputed claims in the Strait of Hormuz requires accurate data from verified, trusted sources.
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Maritime risk analysis: New layers of insight
Data on risk areas helps ship owners and operators navigate safely through areas known for illicit activities or physical risk to vessels.
In Turkey's 'back garden', trade continues: expect delays
The Black Sea Grain deal was renewed in March 2023. Infrastructure shapes the wider context for trade in Turkey's back garden.
Redrawing the map: observations on a year of conflict in Ukraine
Conflict in Ukraine may have permanently altered the global maritime trade map, creating shadow fleets and sanctions workarounds.
Drone strikes: new challenges for maritime security
Drone strikes - targeted and accidental - are generating a new threat for commercial shipping. Collecting accurate data is vital.
Maritime piracy: no time for complacency
Incidents of piracy appear to have fallen to their lowest levels in 30 years, but the security imperative for collaboration remains.
Maritime piracy: between risk and reality in the Gulf of Guinea
Reducing incidents of piracy relies on vigilance, accurate data and active collaboration among ship owners and coastal states.
Maritime piracy: Somalia's transition
The coast of Somalia is no longer considered a piracy hotspot, yet there remain many reasons to remain cautious.
Maritime piracy: suppressed, not gone
Piracy remains a challenge for global maritime security: the response is a trade-off between threat containment and risk tolerance.
Extending the boundaries of European energy security: LNG floating storage
Just a few short years ago, demand for LNG in Europe was declining. The picture in 2022 looks very different.
The Black Sea blockade: mapping the impact of war in Ukraine on the world’s food supply
Wheat is on the verge of rotting in Ukraine’s warehouses. Piles of it have been stuck in storage since Russia invaded in February and...
Joint War Committee updates Listed Areas in JWLA-029
Piracy remains a challenge for global maritime security: the response is a trade-off between threat containment and risk tolerance.
The Ukraine-Russia war explained in maps and charts by The Times
War returned to Europe on Thursday. Vladimir Putin claimed that this “special military operation” was part of his strategy to “strive for...
Ukrainian and Russian waters in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov added to Joint War Listed Areas
As of 15th February 2022 the The Joint War Committee (comprising underwriting representatives from both the Lloyd’s and IUA company...