Maritimes Crimes

The U.S. Coast Guard’s Operation Pacific Viper has intensified Eastern Pacific drug interdictions, targeting cartels and criminal networks operating maritime smuggling routes toward the United States. Since the operation began, …

Coast Guard Seizes Record Cocaine Haul Offloaded in Florida The U.S. Coast Guard achieved the largest cocaine offload in its history on Monday, bringing more than 38 tons of cocaine …

Swiss swimmer Noam Yaron attempted an extraordinary challenge to raise awareness about Mediterranean plastic pollution: a nonstop 180-kilometer swim from Calvi, Corsica, to Monaco. Despite his determination and more than …

The United States has deployed three Aegis-class guided missile destroyers off the Venezuelan coast, escalating pressure on President Nicolas Maduro while intensifying counter-narcotics operations in Latin America. The move, confirmed …

US Navy Warship Fire on USS New Orleans Injures Sailors A fire aboard the US Navy warship USS New Orleans burned for nearly 12 hours off Okinawa, injuring two sailors …

The Law of the Sea comprises a complex set of rules and principles that govern the use of oceans and seas. These rules are essential for ensuring the sustainable use …

A major fire erupted in the anchorage off Yeosu, South Korea, early on Saturday, August 16, when flames spread from a chemical tanker to a nearby delivery vessel. The incident …

Arctic: Chinese Icebreakers Outnumber U.S. Fleet and Raise Security Concerns A rare deployment of five Chinese icebreakers near Alaska has sparked renewed concerns in Washington over the growing Arctic icebreaker …

Ongoing Search for Missing Migrants After Dual Boat Disaster Search and rescue teams continued operations on Thursday off the Italian island of Lampedusa, looking for migrants still missing after two …

A Norwegian diver has been sentenced to nine years and eleven months in prison for his role in an 80-kilogram cocaine smuggling operation at the Port of Newcastle, Australia. The …

Little known, the Saya island of Malha is one of the most important places on the planet for its ecosystem and its role in ‘regulating the environment’. The island is …

Crew Testimony Sheds Light on IRGC Qods Force Operations A recent report by Yemen’s National Resistance Forces (NRF) has unveiled the clandestine methods used by Iran to smuggle arms to …

Collision Unfolds During Aid Escort Mission A Chinese navy warship collided with a Chinese coast guard vessel while chasing a Philippine patrol boat near the contested Scarborough Shoal in the …

Tour Boat Overwhelmed by 12-Foot Waves A tour boat grounding near Honolulu Harbor drew a significant emergency response on Saturday after the 75-foot vessel Discovery was battered by high surf. …

At the beginning of July, Osama Rabie, Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, met Mohamed El-Moselhy, Chairman of Arkas Egypt Shipping Agencies, and Ali Bekmezci, Chairman of ALCOR Shipping Line, …

H2: Three Floating Wind Farms Planned in France The European Commission has approved a massive €11 billion (US$12.7 billion) French offshore wind energy program aimed at accelerating the clean energy …

Europe: USS Gerald R. Ford in Marseille for Rare Naval Visit The USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest aircraft carrier in the world, arrived in Marseille, France, on Monday, August …

South America: Evergreen Ship Loses Containers Off Peru’s Coast On August 1st, the Ever Lunar, a container ship operated by Evergreen Marine, lost approximately 50 containers overboard while anchored off …

At least 68 migrants have died after a boat carrying approximately 157 people capsized in rough weather off Yemen’s southern coast near Abyan province, according to the International Organization for …

QinetiQ US has secured $26 million in subcontracts to deliver advanced electrical and electromechanical systems for the US Navy’s Virginia and Columbia class submarine programs. Awarded by General Dynamics Electric …

With globalization, the oceans have become the main route for world trade and economy. But the movement of different ships causes a great deal of pollution: toxic gas emissions, noise …

Extinction Rebellion Protesters Block Cruise Ship Docking in Amsterdam On Saturday, July 26, environmental group Extinction Rebellion disrupted port operations in the Netherlands by launching a protest targeting the cruise …

At the end of July, the international community comes together to mark World Drowning Prevention Day. This awareness-raising initiative was established by the United Nations General Assembly. Every year, hundreds …

Russia has significantly expanded maritime control measures, with President Vladimir Putin signing a decree mandating that all vessels arriving from foreign ports must now obtain prior clearance from the Federal …

Australian authorities have disrupted a sophisticated cocaine smuggling operation involving marine diesel engines, charging a Sydney man with attempting to possess a commercial quantity of illicit drugs. This case highlights …

On Monday March 12, 2025, a container ship collided with a British tanker off the coast of the UK. A tragedy that could have been avoided if the Russian captain …

At least 37 confirmed dead and five missing after sightseeing boat sinks during violent storm in northern Vietnam A tragic maritime accident in northern Vietnam claimed the lives of at …

Sea Surface Temperature in the Mediterranean Breaks Previous Records June 2025 saw unprecedented marine heatwaves in the Mediterranean Sea, with 62% of its surface affected by extreme heat events, the …

France is projecting naval power across two key maritime theaters. With the Jeanne d’Arc 2025 mission, the French Navy is asserting its presence from the Indo-Pacific to Northern Europe in …

On 9 February, a Yemeni dhow (sailing boat) was attacked by Somali pirates near the town of Eyl in Somalia. After a lull of almost 10 years, more than 340 …

From July 13 to August 4, 2025, Australia is hosting the largest military exercise ever conducted on its soil. Known as Talisman Sabre, this major multinational training operation will bring …

On 24 December 2024, the EstLink 2 electric submarine cable, which connects Finland to Estonia, was sabotaged by a Russian ship.The seas and oceans are areas of contention between nations, …

A tragic offshore accident occurred in the Red Sea this week after a jackup barge collapsed and sank south of the Suez Canal, leaving four people dead and three missing. …

In 2024, a record total of 1,838 tonnes of illicit substances were seized worldwide, underlining the explosion in international trafficking. Among these seizures, 281 tonnes of cocaine were intercepted, with …

In a first for Colombia, authorities have intercepted an unmanned narco-submarine equipped with Starlink satellite technology, capable of transporting 1.5 tonnes of cocaine. The Colombian Navy announced on July 2 …

A violent storm struck the Port of Split, Croatia, on Monday morning, leading to a maritime incident involving the Jadrolinija ferry Petar Hektorović. Under extreme weather conditions, the vessel broke …

Essential for transporting food to populations, maritime security is not confined to the fight against piracy. Other, sometimes unexpected, factors may also come into play. Maritime transport is particularly well …

Russia: Explosion Aboard Eco Wizard Tanker Sparks Ammonia Leak at Ust-Luga Port An explosion aboard the Eco Wizard tanker at Russia’s Ust-Luga port on July 6 triggered a liquid ammonia …

Iranian-Backed Houthis Sink Second Merchant Vessel in a Week At least three crew members are confirmed dead, and 19 are still missing after the Liberian-flagged, Greek-operated cargo ship Eternity C …

A Russian submarine unexpectedly surfaced near a French fishing vessel off the coast of Brittany, highlighting ongoing Russian naval activity near Western European waters. On Saturday, June 28, the crew …

The iconic French Riviera city of Cannes, famous for its glamorous film festival, is taking action against overtourism. Starting January 2026, cruise ships carrying more than 1,000 passengers will be …

Mediterranean Sea: Explosion on Crude Tanker Off Libya Sparks Security Concerns A Greek-managed crude tanker has suffered an explosion off the coast of Libya, raising new concerns over maritime security …

June 25 marks the International day of people of the sea. An opportunity to pay tribute to the little-known professions in a sector full of possibilities. Ensuring the fluidity of …

Mediterranean migrant deaths under investigation after grisly discovery Spanish authorities have opened a homicide investigation after several bodies were found floating in the Mediterranean Sea with their hands and feet …

Portuguese authorities intercepted a yacht near the Azores carrying over 1.6 tonnes of cocaine, disrupting a major transatlantic smuggling route. The 11-meter vessel, traveling from South America to Europe, was …

The Pacific island nation of Tuvalu is set to become the first modern country to disappear due to climate change, as rising sea levels threaten to render the archipelago uninhabitable …

Mediterranean: 175,000 Migrants Rescued Since 2015, NGOs Call for EU Rescue Program Sea rescue organizations reported on June 18 that they have saved over 175,000 migrants from distress at sea …

Today, the Arctic region is at the heart of global geopolitical rivalries. For Russia, the Northeast Sea Route is a key strategic axis in economic, military and territorial terms, and …

Finnish Police Target Russia-Linked Vessel in Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage Probe Finnish authorities have officially accused senior crew members aboard the Eagle S, an oil tanker linked to Russia, of …

Phantom Positions and Collision Risks The oil tanker Front Tyne was navigating the waters between Iran and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday morning when it suddenly appeared — according …