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Two Cargo Ships Sink Near Hormuz as Attacks on Commercial Shipping Escalate
The container ship GFS Pride and bulk carrier Cape Dao sank in separate incidents near the Strait of Hormuz. The incidents heighten risks to seafarers, disrupt cargo movements and raise concerns over…
Container Ship Carrying 2,500 Containers Sinks Near Strait of Hormuz
The Singapore-flagged GFS Pride sank after an attack near the Strait of Hormuz, with all 21 crew members evacuated safely. The incident highlights rising maritime security risks and potential disruptions to global…
UK-Made K3 Scout Drone Boats Used in Strike on Russian Supply Ship
Ukraine reportedly used British-built K3 Scout unmanned surface vessels to strike Russia’s Nefrit supply ship in Sochi. The operation highlights the growing role of long-range autonomous boats in maritime warfare and port…
Why MLC Compliance Alone Cannot Guarantee Seafarer Welfare
As seafarer fatigue, harassment and welfare concerns persist, shipping companies must look beyond audits and paperwork to address operational pressures, strengthen accountability and ensure maritime labour protections deliver real improvements onboard
UKMTO Warns of Severe Shipping Threats in the Strait of Hormuz
UKMTO reports continued attacks on commercial vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over crew safety, tanker operations, insurance costs and disruptions to global energy shipments
