In a world driven by global trade and advanced technology, pirates might seem like relics of the past. But make no mistake – maritime piracy is still a very real threat in certain regions, especially in hotspots like the Gulf of Aden, the Gulf of Guinea, and waters off Southeast Asia.
CNN reports unfolding crisis off Sulawesi coast. A routine sea voyage turned into a nightmare on Sunday as an Indonesian passenger ferry erupted in flames off the coast of Sulawesi, claiming the lives of at least five people, including a pregnant woman, according to military officials.
On June 26, 2025, the IMO adopted major safety upgrades to SOLAS regulation V/23 and introduced mandatory Pilot Transfer Arrangement (PTA) Performance Standards, marking a critical milestone in maritime pilot safety.
A major rescue operation is ongoing in the Red Sea after the bulk carrier Eternity C was struck by Houthi forces and sank. The Liberian-flagged ship was attacked with missiles and a remote-controlled explosive boat, leaving it without power and fatally damaged.
Generally speaking, humpback whales are not dangerous to humans and are not known for aggressive behavior. These massive marine mammals are among the most gentle and curious of the whale species.
In a breakthrough for sustainable shipping, Dutch solar tech firm Wattlab and Germany’s HGK Shipping have launched the Blue Marlin – the first inland cargo vessel to use solar power directly for propulsion.
Finding a snake on a ship – whether it’s a cargo vessel or a passenger cruise – can be a rare but serious situation. Here’s how crew members should handle it.