Crew evacuates burning Dutch ship after Aden attack
The Dutch‑flagged general cargo vessel Minervagracht is currently adrift and a blaze following an attack by an explosive device in the Gulf of Aden. According to Reuters, the strike occurred...
Indonesia, EU seal landmark trade deal after 10 years
After nearly a decade of negotiations, Indonesia and the European Union have finalised a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The agreement was officially concluded on 23 September 2025 in Bali...
Shadow fleet exploits AIS spoofing off Malaysia coast
In maritime trade compliance, detecting AIS spoofing is becoming increasingly essential, particularly near Malaysia’s coastline, where illicit ship-to-ship transfers of sanctioned oil are on the rise. A recent report from...
US firmly rejects IMO net-zero plan, warns of retaliation
The US has firmly opposed the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) proposed “Net-Zero Framework,” signalling strong resistance to the plan’s impact on shipping costs and operations. The framework, aimed at cutting...
Maritime security demands united global response
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has urged nations and international bodies to embrace greater vigilance and deepen cooperation in response to mounting threats to global maritime security. Addressing the UN Security...
China-Philippines ships collide at Scarborough Shoal
US ports fees on Chinese ships starting October 2025
The United States plans to implement new port entry fees targeting vessels that are Chinese-owned, operated, or built, starting 14 October 2025. These charges, introduced by the US Trade Representative...
Red Sea shipping faces new threat from Houthi escalation
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have escalated their campaign in the Red Sea by declaring that all vessels operated by companies engaging with Israeli ports are now considered legitimate targets. In a...
