Africa: Over 25 Liberians Complete EU-Funded Scope Africa Port Security Training
Over 25 Liberians have successfully completed a maritime and port security training funded by the European Union as part of the SCOPE Africa program.
Kallas: The European Union does not plan to protect merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz with its naval forces
Kaja Kallas stated that the European Union will not deploy naval forces to protect merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
EENMA: Supporting the New Generation of Shipping - 11th Scholarship Award Ceremony
The Union of Small Distance Shipowners (EENMA) held its 11th scholarship award ceremony, emphasizing commitment to nurturing new talent in Greek shipping.
Cyprus at the European Ocean Days
Cypriot Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimichael represented President Nikos Christodoulides at the European Ocean Day 2026 in Brussels, highlighting the importance of the European Ocean Pact for EU maritime policy.
P. Xenokostas: A strategic step for shipbuilding is the new European policy
P. Xenokostas emphasized that the new European Maritime Industrial Strategy is a significant move to reposition the shipbuilding industry at the heart of European industrial policy.
International Maritime Union in Greece welcomes new EU Ports Strategy
The International Maritime Union in Greece expresses support for the new EU Ports Strategy aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of European ports.
War in the Middle East: the EU warns of a 'major inflationary shock' in the event of prolonged conflict
The European Union has warned of significant inflationary risks if the conflict in the Middle East continues, particularly due to disruptions in maritime traffic and energy infrastructure attacks.
Seafarers can refuse to sail through Mideast Gulf region, main union says
The main union for seafarers has declared that crew members have the right to refuse to navigate in the Middle East Gulf region due to safety concerns.
Union of Greek Shipowners highlights the importance of New European Maritime Strategy
The Union of Greek Shipowners emphasizes the critical role of the new European Maritime Strategy in ensuring the resilience and competitiveness of Europe's shipping industry.
HEMEXPO Welcomes the New European Maritime Industrial Strategy
The Greek Association of Maritime Equipment Manufacturers (HEMEXPO) welcomes the adoption of the European Maritime Industrial Strategy by the European Commission.
Maritime Officers' Union: No Norwegians inside the Strait of Hormuz
The Maritime Officers' Union reports that there are no Norwegians aboard any of the Norwegian flagged or controlled ships inside the Strait of Hormuz, despite several vessels in the vicinity.
Africa: Aamfi Appoints Dr. Corneille Karekezi As Chairperson As the Alliance Welcomes New Members - West African Development Bank and Regional Maritime Development Bank
The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions has appointed Dr. Corneille Karekezi as its new Chairperson during a significant meeting at the African Union Summit.
Operation Blue Intruder in the North Sea: Russian Vessel Seized
Belgian authorities, with the support of French defense forces, have seized a Russian oil tanker suspected of operating under false documentation in the North Sea.
East Africa: The New Scramble for Horn of Africa - Global Powers' Expanding Footprint - Ethiopia's Maritime Ambition
The article discusses the geopolitical dynamics in East Africa, particularly focusing on the increasing attention from global powers in the Horn of Africa amidst ongoing regional instability.
Zelenskyy urges EU to impose sanctions on maritime services used by Russia
President Zelenskyy calls for the European Union to include maritime services used by Russia in their next sanctions package.
How Operation Atalanta Works
The article discusses the importance of coordination in military actions, exemplified by the recent release of two hijacked ships in the Indian Ocean under Operation Atalanta, a European Union maritime security operation.
European Union: The South Unites Against the North in the Battle for Shipping
Mediterranean countries are uniting against the northern European nations regarding maritime policies and decarbonization efforts within the EU.
Nigeria: Nigeria to Provide Office, Ships, Helicopters for Gulf of Guinea Security Force HQ
Nigeria has committed to providing infrastructure and personnel support for the Combined Maritime Task Force headquartered in the Gulf of Guinea.
The Italian government is preparing to approve a maritime blockade for migrants
The Italian government, led by Giorgia Meloni, is set to discuss new migration measures, including a proposed maritime blockade for migrants, as part of upcoming legislation.
Investing 566,000 euros in road reconstruction in Ventspils municipality
Ventspils municipality will be reconstructing roads to Miฤทeฤผtorni and Ovฤซลกi, funded by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund.
What we know about exploitation claims on luxury Carnival cruise ship
Allegations of worker exploitation surface against Carnival Cruise Line, prompting an investigation into onboard conditions.